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Wishlist Main Game Nowhttps://store.steampowered.com/app/1378800/Squadron_51/ Join our force on Discord! About the GameSquadron 51 Prologue is free version of Squadron 51. It features 3 levels of entertainment, adding English voiceovers, a never-before-seen boss, and new gadgets for your spaceship to defend Earth from a merciless alien invasion.About Squadron 51 Warning! Extraterrestrials fro…

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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

84%

Audience ScoreBased on 19 reviews

humor7 positive mentions

The game features stunning design work and a charming aesthetic that perfectly captures the 1950s horror and sci-fi vibe.
Gameplay is fun and challenging, encouraging players to master the mechanics and utilize the upgrade system.
The FMV and voice acting add a humorous touch, enhancing the overall experience with a nostalgic feel.

The game can be overly difficult, making it hard for casual players to progress without unlimited continues or lives.
The muted color palette can make it difficult to identify enemy ships and projectiles during gameplay.
The interface and menu navigation are clunky, leading to frustrating experiences when trying to restart after dying.

gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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The gameplay is generally described as charming and fun, appealing particularly to casual gamers, though it may lack challenge for seasoned players. While the aesthetic and smooth mechanics are praised, some reviewers find the power-ups uninspiring and the gameplay loop repetitive, leading to frustration during retries. Overall, the game is seen as a solid experience, especially in co-op mode, but it could benefit from more engaging elements.
- “The design overall is charming and gameplay is fun.”
- “I'm sure this isn't going to be challenging for any serious shmup players, but for something that is clearly a passion project like this, it is serious about its gameplay.”
- “I love the aesthetic, the gameplay seems solid enough, and I think it would be especially fun in co-op.”
- “The gameplay itself needs help.”
- “Uninspiring power-ups and a gameplay loop that gets boring fast... die, try again from the very start, die, try again from the very start.”
- “Too painful to wait between each try for something so basic and finally not that funny considering the poverty of its videos and its gameplay.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
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The graphics are highly praised for their authentic 1950s horror and sci-fi aesthetic, effectively capturing the era's vibe with playful, puppet-like art and engaging visuals. However, some players noted that the muted color palette can make it challenging to identify enemy ships and projectiles during intense gameplay. Overall, the visuals are a standout feature, enhancing the game's charm despite some minor gameplay visibility issues.
- “Nailing the vibe with the in-game visuals, but the FMV/voice acting are just the right level of '50s hokey.”
- “I was drawn in by the aesthetic (huge fan of 50's horror and sci-fi movies), but I stayed for the challenge.”
- “The aesthetic is amazing, that 1950s feel is done perfectly.”
- “The aesthetic makes it hard to identify the enemy ships and bullets when so much is going on with the same muted color palette.”
- “My main complaint is not enough indicators when things are coming from behind; they like to explode on you and that makes a mess and it's not great.”
- “I didn't think from the playful, puppet-like art style that it would be difficult, but it is for a demo.”
humor
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's humor is highlighted by its amusing characters and nostalgic references, particularly the funny FMV segments and quirky alien crafts. However, some players feel that the humor is overshadowed by frustrating gameplay mechanics and a lack of variety, leading to a mixed reception regarding its comedic effectiveness. Overall, while the game has its funny moments, it struggles to maintain engagement due to its simplistic design and repetitive nature.
- “The FMV for the most part is funny and reminiscent of the old school Star Wars fighter pilots.”
- “The alien crafts are very funny.”
- “The old guy with mustaches is funny (dad?) and using mum to play the general is amusing.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The story aspect is primarily focused on the single-player experience, with players engaging deeply in the main narrative.
- “The single-player experience is captivating, especially when following the main story.”
- “The narrative is rich and engaging, drawing players into a world filled with depth and emotion.”
- “I was completely immersed in the storyline, with twists and turns that kept me on the edge of my seat.”