Spidersaurs

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Lock, load, and unleash run-'n'-gun mayhem against a dino-spider mutant menace in Spidersaurs!

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Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Co-Op Team up with friends to complete levels or missions together
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

Reviews

65%

Audience ScoreBased on 38 reviews

graphics4 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and challenging run-and-gun experience reminiscent of classic titles like Contra.
It features charming art and character designs, along with a strong soundtrack that enhances the overall vibe.
The gameplay allows for smooth weapon switching and provides moments of fast action, making it enjoyable for fans of the genre.

Controls are poorly designed, making gameplay uncomfortable and frustrating, especially for experienced players.
The game is very short and lacks depth, leaving players wanting more content and variety.
Some weapons are ineffective, and the overall gameplay can feel uninspired compared to other titles in the genre.

graphics
10 mentions
40 % positive mentions
30 % neutral mentions
30 % negative mentions
The graphics and art style meet expectations for the developer, but many users criticize the poor resolution, likening some visuals to those of mobile ports. While some players enjoyed the overall aesthetic, the recurring issue of low-quality graphics detracts from the experience.
- “It was fun with great graphics, gameplay, and story.”
- “Cool concept, graphics though.”
- “Graphics and art style are what you expect from the developer; it's a pity that it is all ruined by poor resolution. In some parts, the game looks like it has been ported from mobile devices.”
- “Graphics and art style are what you expect from the developer; it's a pity that it is all ruined by poor resolution. In some parts, the game looks like it has been ported from mobile devices.”
- “Then there are the graphics.”
gameplay
8 mentions
50 % positive mentions
13 % neutral mentions
38 % negative mentions
The gameplay is highly praised for its fun, classic run-and-gun mechanics reminiscent of Contra, complemented by great graphics and a strong soundtrack. While some players note that the game may be short and limited in content outside of story mode, the introduction of new mechanics and colorful art style enhance the overall experience.
- “It was fun with great graphics, gameplay, and story.”
- “On top of that, they introduce more mechanics later in the game.”
- “Spidersaurs may be short and lack content outside of story mode, but its colorful cartoon stylings and solid run-and-gun gameplay make it a great twist on the classic genre.”
- “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks innovation.”
- “The controls are unresponsive, making it frustrating to play.”
- “The difficulty spikes are poorly balanced, leading to an unfair experience.”
story
5 mentions
40 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
60 % negative mentions
The story in Spidersaurs is noted for being enjoyable, complementing the game's vibrant graphics and engaging gameplay, despite the overall experience being relatively short and limited to the story mode.
- “It was fun with great graphics, gameplay, and story.”
- “Then, there's the story.”
- “Then, there's the story.”
- “Spidersaurs may be short and lack content outside of story mode, but its colorful cartoon stylings and solid run-and-gun gameplay make it a great twist on the classic genre.”
music
5 mentions
60 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
40 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed feedback; while some players find it strong and fitting, others describe it as uninspiring. Overall, it is noted alongside the game's impressive art and character design, contributing positively to the classic run-and-gun experience.
- “Both characters have unique weapons, gorgeous art, and great music. Levels are quite short (but hard) and feature local co-op.”
- “Classic run-and-gun gameplay, good art and character design, and a strong soundtrack.”
- “The music is not very inspiring.”
- “The music is not very inspiring.”
character development
3 mentions
67 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is highlighted by its charming writing and character designs, particularly noting characters like Victoria and Sorez. The early gameplay experience suggests a blend of humor and classic run-and-gun elements, contributing to a nostalgic yet engaging character portrayal.
- “Still pretty early on in playtime, but it maintains the good old WayForward charm and humor in the writing and character designs (shoutouts to Victoria and Sorez).”
- “[Classic run-and-gun gameplay, good art and character design, strong soundtrack].”
humor
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the humor in the game, noting its classic WayForward charm reflected in the writing and character designs, particularly highlighting characters like Victoria and Sorez. Overall, the humor contributes positively to the game's appeal.
- “Still pretty early on in playtime, but it maintains the good old WayForward charm and humor in the writing and character designs (shoutouts to Victoria and Sorez).”