StarCrossed
- February 11, 2020
- Contigo Games
Get on Steam"StarCrossed" is a local multi-player shooter game that supports up to 2 players, with a unique co-op twist. Players can choose from a cast of 5 characters, each with their own special abilities, and must work together to defeat enemies using their star-bond weapon. The game features both an arcade mode with global high score leaderboard and a story mode with visual novel-style dialogue scenes. Play with Xbox or PS4 controllers and enjoy the original soundtrack.
Mac OS
Nintendo Switch
PC
Windows
Xbox One
Linux
Xbox
Reviews
- The game features a charming and unique art style, with cute characters and vibrant aesthetics.
- It offers a fun and engaging co-op experience, encouraging teamwork and cooperation.
- The narrative-driven story mode adds depth, with diverse characters and replayability through different character combinations.
- Playing solo can be challenging and frustrating, as controlling two characters separately is difficult.
- Some players feel that the timing for certain mechanics, like the starboost, feels off.
- There is a desire for more customization options, such as button remapping and enemy identification.
- story8 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The game's story mode is engaging and features a charming cast of diverse characters, particularly a magical girl crew that players find appealing. With variations in boss encounters and character-driven dialogue, the narrative encourages replayability, making each playthrough feel unique and immersive. Overall, players appreciate the blend of fun gameplay and a captivating story that enhances the arcade experience.
“I'm impressed by its new story mode - promoting an array of diverse characters with an awesome art style.”
“The story and characters have roped me in!”
“The dialogue throughout the story is driven by the characters you choose, so you can replay it with different character combinations to learn more about each one of them!”
“The story is cute and the characters are a charming rag-tag magical girl crew I want to follow into battle.”
- graphics7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their unique and cute art style, which complements the diverse and engaging characters. Reviewers appreciate the aesthetic appeal and the vibrant visuals, enhancing the overall gameplay experience. The combination of appealing graphics and punchy music contributes to a fun and immersive atmosphere.
“A great challenging game that has a unique art style!”
“I'm impressed by its new story mode, promoting an array of diverse characters with an awesome art style.”
“Great music, cute aesthetic, lots of fun!”
- gameplay5 mentions
- 80 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The gameplay is described as enjoyable and fun, featuring a much-needed heroine and original mechanics that keep players engaged. While players appreciate the art style and music, some wish for customizable controls and named enemies for better identification. Overall, the gameplay is praised for its simplicity combined with interesting challenges.
“Enjoyable, fun, and much-needed heroine gameplay!”
“I'm really liking the characters, the art style, gameplay, and the music is also really good.”
“The gameplay is fun too, based on a simple core mechanic with interesting added iterations and challenges.”
“My only wish would be to be able to modify the buttons for gameplay.”
“If the enemies had names to identify them, it would enhance the experience, although I have given them my own names.”
- music4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its punchy and engaging quality, complementing the cute yet sophisticated art style and enhancing the overall fun experience. Reviewers consistently highlight the excellent soundtrack as a standout feature that adds to the enjoyment of the characters and gameplay.
“I love the punchy music, the cute yet sophisticated art style, and the badass women characters.”
“Great music, cute aesthetic, lots of fun!”
“I'm really liking the characters, the art style, gameplay, and the music is also really good.”
- character development1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The character development is highly praised for its exceptional art and design, earning a perfect score, while also being recognized for its innovative concepts.
“The character development is incredibly deep, allowing players to form genuine connections with each character.”
“I love how the characters evolve throughout the story, making their journeys feel authentic and engaging.”
“The backstories and personal growth of each character add layers to the narrative, making every decision feel impactful.”
