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Stargunner

If you're in the mood for an arcade-shooter, this is one of the bestit may be as good as Apogee's own Raptor.
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78%Game Brain Score
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78% User Score Based on 77 reviews
Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

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Stargunner is a single player arcade shooter game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Apogee Entertainment and was released on May 5, 2014. It received mostly positive reviews from both critics and players.

In the far distant future, an epic war for survival takes place... Deep within the Andromeda galaxy, the people of Zile grow restless and greedy. The Zilions secretly prepare for a massive strike against the nearby planet Ytima. Fearing such an attack, the Ytimians train an elite squad of "Stargunners." Their mission: To strike the planet Zile and cripple the Zilions’ three strongholds, where the…

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78%
Audience ScoreBased on 77 reviews
gameplay5 positive mentions
story3 negative mentions
  • Engaging gameplay with a variety of enemies and a robust upgrade system that allows for strategic customization of your ship.
  • Vibrant graphics and a nostalgic retro vibe that captures the essence of classic arcade shooters.
  • Challenging difficulty levels that provide a satisfying sense of accomplishment as players master the game.
  • Lack of a compelling story and repetitive level design can lead to a feeling of monotony over time.
  • The game may be too fast-paced and challenging for newcomers, potentially leading to frustration.
  • Some technical issues, such as control configuration problems and a larger-than-expected file size, can detract from the overall experience.
  • story
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is straightforward and primarily delivered through brief cutscenes and mission briefings, providing just enough context to connect the gameplay. While the narrative ties the action together, some players feel that a deeper story would enhance the overall experience. The missions are structured with a mix of shareware and registered levels, culminating in ending cutscenes that add a sense of completion.

    • “Finishing each of the full missions plays an ending cutscene, and there's a high score table.”
    • “Also, a story or depth would have made the game more appealing.”
    • “The story is conveyed through brief cutscenes and mission briefings, giving you just enough narrative to tie the action together.”
    • “The plot is simple but effective.”
  • graphics
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are characterized by vibrant pixel art that effectively captures its sci-fi aesthetic, drawing players in with its detailed visuals and explosive effects. While some reviews note the dated nature of the graphics, they still hold up well over time, evoking nostalgia for classic gaming. Overall, the visuals are well-matched with the music, creating an engaging atmosphere despite the game's age.

    • “The pixel art is vibrant and detailed, capturing the sci-fi aesthetic perfectly.”
    • “It drew me in right from the start and mesmerized me with its fun graphics and explosive effects.”
    • “The music is very well matched with the rest, the graphics are very good for a game that old, and the atmosphere is perfect!”
    • “This is an old DOS game, not a high-end graphics game. What the heck?”
    • “Despite the aged graphics, it's still as hard as I remember.”
    • “The only possible negative might be for its aesthetics: Stargunner features a bright, primary color palette and oversized enemies, while I prefer smaller targets and a darker, grittier feel.”
  • gameplay
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is praised for its fast pace, engaging level design, and a robust upgrade system that enhances the experience, making it enjoyable for fans of classic arcade shooters. However, some users criticize the mechanics, particularly the lack of visibility for ship customizations in the shop. Overall, the game offers a fun and challenging experience, despite some minor drawbacks.

    • “Great gameplay, awesome upgrades, still so much fun to play.”
    • “Each level feels distinct, with unique visual designs and environmental hazards that keep the gameplay engaging.”
    • “Its challenging gameplay, robust upgrade system, and variety of enemies make it a must-play for fans of classic arcade shooters.”
    • “This game has ugly mechanics; you can customize your ship, but you can't see the effects in the shop. You have to do it in-game.”
  • music
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its energetic soundtrack that enhances the overall experience and immerses them in the action. While some describe it as decent and reminiscent of classic Amiga games, others find it unremarkable and not particularly memorable. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's atmosphere and nostalgia for players.

    • “The sound effects and energetic soundtrack enhance the experience, immersing you in the action and keeping the adrenaline pumping.”
    • “The music is very well matched with the rest, the graphics are very good for a game that old, and the atmosphere is perfect!”
    • “The music is very well matched with the rest, the graphics are very good, for a game that old, and the atmosphere is perfect!”
    • “I love the music and the graphics, reminds me of my childhood, so this is unacceptable.”
    • “Sound and graphics are similar to what you'd expect from a classic Amiga action game, with bouncy mod format music, pre-rendered 3D art and animation, and parallax scrolling.”
  • replayability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players appreciate the game's strong replayability due to its multiple difficulty settings and the opportunity to experiment with various power-ups and strategies, encouraging them to revisit the game for new experiences.

    • “The different difficulty settings and the ability to experiment with various power-ups and strategies give the game solid replay value.”
    • “Once you complete the game, there isn't much incentive to play through it again.”
    • “The lack of meaningful choices and consequences makes replaying the game feel redundant.”
  • grinding
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring additional lives to effectively progress.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
    • “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
  • atmosphere
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is praised for its diversity, featuring a range of immersive settings that include the vastness of space and the hostile, underwater environments of the alien world of Zile.

    • “The settings are diverse and atmospheric, from the vast emptiness of space to the hostile alien world of Zile and its underwater environments.”
  • optimization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game has maintained its initial performance since release, with users reporting a smooth experience and no noticeable bugs, indicating effective optimization.

    • “This game is pretty much exactly the same as when it was released; I haven't noticed any bugs as of yet, and it seems to run smoothly.”
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Stargunner is a arcade shooter game with science fiction theme.

Stargunner is available on PC, Mac OS, Windows, Linux and others.

Stargunner was released on May 5, 2014.

Stargunner was developed by Apogee Entertainment.

Stargunner has received mostly positive reviews from both players and critics. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its story.

Stargunner is a single player game.

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