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Stereo Aereo

Satisfying fun with a great soundtrack at its best, visual mess with a great soundtrack most of the rest of the time.
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56%Game Brain Score
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75% User Score Based on 28 reviews
Critic Score 53%Based on 2 reviews

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Stereo Aereo is a single player arcade shooter game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by The Stonebot Studio and was released on December 14, 2016. It received neutral reviews from critics and mostly positive reviews from players.

"Stereo Aereo" is a rhythm-based adventure game set in a comic book style sci-fi universe inspired by 80's pop-culture. As the cat-like leader of the band Stereo Aereo, you'll navigate through obstacles and battle bosses on your journey to reach 15 minutes of fame. The game features story-driven gameplay, musical guides, global leaderboards, and four different difficulties.

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Audience ScoreBased on 28 reviews
music18 positive mentions
  • The game features a fun and challenging gameplay experience that combines rhythm and shooting mechanics, appealing to fans of both genres.
  • Stereo Aereo has a vibrant 80's aesthetic with stylish comic book cutscenes and a soundtrack that resonates well with the theme.
  • The story mode is engaging and offers a humorous narrative that adds depth to the gameplay, making it enjoyable for casual players.
  • The audio synchronization issues and inconsistent timing for hitting notes can lead to frustrating gameplay experiences.
  • Voice acting and character dialogues are often repetitive and annoying, detracting from the overall immersion of the game.
  • The game lacks substantial content, with only a few levels and limited replayability, making it feel short and less rewarding for achievement hunters.
  • music
    46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some praising its fun, 80s-inspired tracks and overall vibe, while others find it hit or miss, lacking energy and connection to the gameplay. Many players enjoyed specific songs, particularly those at the beginning and end of the game, but some felt the soundtrack did not consistently enhance the rhythm game experience. Overall, while the music is generally enjoyable, it may not reach the heights of classic rhythm games like Guitar Hero.

    • “I have been a long-time Guitar Hero fan (ever since I first played it back in 2007), and as a musician myself, rhythm games really hit home for me.”
    • “Stereo Aereo really delivers with fun tracks, on-point mastery of the music genre chosen (heavily inspired by the 80s), cool and funny characters, and a really good job done on the whole game design.”
    • “The music is amazing and it is extremely addicting!”
    • “The weak link in the chain is the low energy song choices and missing connection between the music and the courses.”
    • “The music is okay but not appropriate for this type of game, and everything from the delivery of voice acted quips to moving left, right, and blasting feels lethargic and completely lacks the passion and oomph you'd want in a game like this.”
    • “Unfortunately, none of the songs I came across really stuck in my head or made me want to play levels again.”
  • story
    25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story mode, lasting about an hour and a half, is described as serviceable and occasionally humorous, though it often feels accessory to the overall experience. While some players appreciate the corny, 80s-themed narrative and its integration with rhythm gameplay, others criticize it for being overly convoluted and poorly executed, particularly in terms of character development and voice acting. Overall, the story garners mixed reviews, with some finding it enjoyable and others feeling it detracts from the gameplay.

    • “Unless you somehow want to get all the achievements or get some high scores, the main attraction will likely be the story mode, which should last around an hour and a half if you don't fail or restart too much.”
    • “They did amazing for their first outing with a new concept I've yet to see elsewhere, a story-driven rhythm-based shooter.”
    • “The game has all the needed attributes: a great story, decent graphics, stylish comic book cutscenes, and an original soundtrack that fits perfectly with the rhythm.”
    • “The story is overly convoluted with story elements coming and going as they please, with the fourth member of the band being neglected and treated like a chore to rescue, and I still don't know his name. The voice actors, with the exception of the girl, were either trying too hard or missed the mark on their deliveries miserably.”
    • “This game's biggest flaws, to me, were the story and the characters I had to listen to.”
    • “The characters, story, and all the talking parts are incredibly grating.”
  • graphics
    22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are generally well-received, featuring a vibrant and distinct 80s comic aesthetic that enhances the gameplay experience. While cutscenes are visually appealing and maintain a consistent style, some players noted that the in-game graphics could be more polished and occasionally appear busy or inconsistent. Overall, the visuals effectively complement the game's rhythm and story elements, though a few users experienced minor graphical issues.

    • “Visuals - aesthetically, the game is beautiful.”
    • “All of the characters are distinct and recognizable from silhouette alone, and it's a nice change of pace in terms of stylized graphics.”
    • “No problems graphics wise, the cutscenes are cartoony and the gameplay looks great and all blend in nicely together to give it that retro space look from the 80s.”
    • “As for the in-game graphics, they don't push the limits of PC as much as I feel they could, but at the same time, not much is needed in terms of visuals when the goal is to focus.”
    • “Visuals: while the characters, menu, and cutscenes look like comic stuff, the game itself looks like a cheap 3D thing. I don't know what the problem was to keep it the same or at least close in style.”
    • “While playing level 6, I ran into a graphical error that made it impossible for me to continue playing.”
  • gameplay
    15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by a tight and responsive mechanics system that encourages precise timing and skillful evasion of obstacles, making it easy to learn but challenging to master. Players can engage in both a story mode and an arcade mode, each featuring ten levels, with a tutorial available to help newcomers grasp the mechanics. While the visuals are vibrant and engaging, some players noted a desire for more variety in gameplay elements, though the overall experience is enhanced by the synchronization of music and on-screen action.

    • “I enjoyed the mechanics, specifically being encouraged to evade obstacles at a precise moment (either at a specific distance in front or at the last minute).”
    • “Gameplay - in my playing experience, was razor tight and I had no real problems with it; it was all my own mistakes.”
    • “It's a type of gameplay that is certainly easy to learn and difficult to master. I found myself stumbling on certain levels due to the steep difficulty curve, but pushed through with the perfect combination of muscle memory to remember what motions I need to do to avoid a certain barrier or enemy, and skill to help me anticipate the next move.”
    • “Unless you somehow want to get all the achievements or get some high scores (which I feel wouldn't be as fun as with similar rhythm games with more consistent mechanics throughout), the main attraction will likely be the story mode, which should last around an hour and a half if you don't fail or restart too much.”
    • “It's a type of gameplay that is certainly easy to learn and difficult to master; I found myself stumbling on certain levels due to the hiked difficulty curve, but pushed through with the perfect combination of muscle memory in order to remember what motions I need to do to avoid a certain barrier or enemy, and skill to help me anticipate the next move.”
    • “- more variety of gameplay would be nice.”
  • humor
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in Stereo Aereo is characterized by its quirky characters and amusing elements woven into the gameplay, complementing the retro-inspired design. While the story is somewhat secondary, it offers moments of humor that enhance the overall experience, making the game's minimal content feel intentionally funny. Overall, the game successfully blends humor with its rhythm-based mechanics and aesthetic.

    • “Stereo Aereo really delivers with fun tracks, on-point mastery of the music genre chosen (heavily inspired by the 80s), cool and funny characters, and a really good job done on the whole game design.”
    • “This indie title is a humorous, rhythmical, bullet hell, obstacle course, score attack with a retro design.”
    • “The story itself is okay: it feels relatively accessory to the whole experience, yet serviceable and sometimes a tad funny.”
  • replayability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game offers fair replayability, featuring four difficulty levels to master and two distinct game styles, encouraging players to revisit and refine their skills.

    • “It has great replayability with four levels of difficulty to master and two different game styles.”
    • “The variety of choices and outcomes keeps me coming back for more.”
    • “Each playthrough feels fresh due to the dynamic events and character interactions.”
    • “It has fair replayability with the four levels of difficulty to master and two different game styles.”
    • “The game lacks significant content updates, making it feel repetitive after a few playthroughs.”
    • “Once you complete the main story, there isn't much incentive to replay the game.”
  • optimization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is well-optimized, with users reporting no performance issues, which is impressive for a small development team. Its classic retro rock theme adds to the overall enjoyment, indicating a solid foundation for future improvements.

    • “A fun and typical arcade game with a classic retro rock theme that provides short entertainment. I would love to see more games like this, but this is a great start for such a small dev team. There's lots more potential for this, and I also didn't come across any performance issues. Great stuff!”
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Stereo Aereo is a arcade shooter game with science fiction theme.

Stereo Aereo is available on PC, Mac OS, PlayStation 4, Windows and others.

Stereo Aereo was released on December 14, 2016.

Stereo Aereo was developed by The Stonebot Studio.

Stereo Aereo has received neutral reviews from players and neutral reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its replayability.

Stereo Aereo is a single player game.

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