Steel Vampire

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Steel Vampire is a single player casual shooter game. It was developed by Akiragoya and was released on November 16, 2018. It received positive reviews from players.

"Steel Vampire" is a first-person shooter game set in a dystopian future ruled by vampires. As a member of a human resistance, players must fight their way through hordes of vampires and other monsters to complete missions and uncover the truth behind the vampire uprising. With a variety of weapons and character classes, players can customize their approach to combat and strategy in this fast-paced and intense gaming experience.

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Single-Player

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87%

Audience ScoreBased on 52 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

The game features interesting mechanics that encourage aggressive play, rewarding players for getting close to enemies.
The loot and upgrade system is addictive, providing a satisfying progression experience with a variety of weapons and upgrades.
The graphics and performance are generally well-received, with smooth controls and a unique visual style that stands out in the genre.

The large ship size and unclear hitbox can lead to frustrating moments, making it difficult to navigate through enemy fire.
The music is repetitive and not well-received, detracting from the overall experience during gameplay.
Visibility issues arise during intense moments, making it hard to track enemy shots and leading to cheap deaths.

gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
42%
25%
The gameplay is characterized by interesting and addictive loot/roguelite mechanics, alongside straightforward combat that allows players to control difficulty through power-ups. However, some users noted optimization issues, particularly with controls that can cause performance drops. Overall, it offers a refreshing take on classic game styles, appealing to both hardcore fans and newcomers with its fast-paced and engaging gameplay loops.
- “The loot/roguelite mechanics are absolutely addictive and great.”
- “The gameplay is a refreshing take on a classic game style.”
- “A must buy for hardcore fans of the genre, and a good choice for anyone who likes fast and addictive gameplay loops.”
- “The controls and gameplay are also badly optimized... if you hold down the fire button, the game drops down to a crawl... the developers never bothered testing this.”
- “+ straightforward gameplay”
- “The graphics remind me a lot of those old PS1 games, the OST is kind of weak but the gameplay is everything that you would expect from a good shoot 'em up, plus there's weapon customization.”
music
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
33%
25%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising the catchy soundtrack and strong bass elements, while others criticize certain tracks as repetitive or lacking quality. Overall, while the music enhances the experience for some, it detracts from the enjoyment for others, indicating a divide in player preferences.
- “A really fun bullet hell with surprisingly good music and great feeling controls (on controller)”
- “The art is nice, and music is great as usual for akiragoya.”
- “Amazing soundtrack”
- “The music is repetitive and the bass sounds really awful.”
- “So you're sitting near the top of the screen, mashing the fire button and listening to godawful music.”
- “The OST is kinda weak but the gameplay is everything that you would expect from a good shoot 'em up.”
graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
23%
33%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the decent presentation and nostalgic retro pixel art reminiscent of older consoles, while others criticize the lack of customization options and low resolution. Overall, the visuals are described as good but could benefit from more variety and modern enhancements. The audio, particularly the soundtrack, is noted as a weaker aspect, but it does not detract significantly from the overall experience.
- “Good presentation, decent graphics and good audio.”
- “Graphics and sounds are amazing, a little meh with the soundtrack, but not a deal killer to me.”
- “+awesome graphics”
- “A choice was made to use obsolete, decades-old retro pixel art as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
- “There's no options to change the resolution for the game or customize the graphics settings.”
- “There's no way for gamers to try to improve the low-quality graphics.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game is noted to be unclear or lacking depth, with players primarily focused on the gameplay mechanics, such as the adjustable difficulty and the enjoyment of battling giant mechanical insects.
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game's optimization is highly praised, with users reporting excellent performance overall.
- “The performance is outstanding, allowing for smooth gameplay even in the most demanding scenarios.”
- “I appreciate how well-optimized the game is; it runs flawlessly on my system.”
- “The optimization really shines through, providing a seamless experience without any noticeable lag.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be repetitive and time-consuming, often leading to frustration. While some appreciate the challenge and sense of progression it offers, many feel it detracts from the overall enjoyment and pacing of the game. Overall, opinions on grinding are mixed, with a significant portion of the player base expressing a desire for more balanced gameplay.
- “The grinding in this game feels endless and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I spent hours grinding for resources, only to realize it was all for nothing.”
- “The repetitive nature of grinding takes away from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is noted to be quite entertaining, providing players with enjoyable and amusing moments throughout their experience.
- “It's quite funny to watch.”