Strider

About Strider

Strider is a single player arcade hack and slash game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Capcom Osaka and was released on February 19, 2014. It received mostly positive reviews from critics.

Strider returns in a brand new adventure, complete with incredible side-scrolling action, and lightning fast combat all in a massive interconnected world!

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grinding3 negative mentions

Strider features tight, fluid controls and a satisfying combat system that captures the essence of the original arcade game.
The game offers a well-designed, entertaining experience with a steady stream of new powers, enemies, and unlockables to keep gameplay fresh.
Visually appealing character design and a stylish presentation enhance the overall enjoyment, making it a fun action platformer.

The game suffers from a lack of meaningful challenges, with boss fights and regular enemies often feeling too easy.
Some control issues, particularly with non-cardinal directions, can lead to frustrating gameplay experiences.
The environments can feel repetitive and visually bland, detracting from the overall immersion and excitement.

gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75% positive mentions, -50% neutral mentions, 75% negative mentions
The gameplay in Strider is well-designed and enjoyable, featuring exciting platforming and epic boss battles that largely compensate for some control issues. However, it falls short of fully revitalizing the franchise, lacking in variety and a compelling narrative that could elevate the experience further. Overall, while it offers fun gameplay, it doesn't quite meet the high expectations set by its predecessors.
- “Well designed and fun gameplay compensates for some less than ideal control choices.”
- “Whatever minor flaws Strider might have are very well hidden amongst exciting gameplay, great platforming, and epic boss battles.”
- “Variety in gameplay and an attempt at any sort of engaging narrative would have helped make Strider a flawless release.”
- “It's a welcome return to a beloved franchise, but it falls just short of maintaining the momentum that's expected of it, and instead opts to slice its way into a new generation with some less than exhilarating gameplay additions.”
- “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks the innovation that fans were hoping for.”
- “While the graphics are stunning, the gameplay mechanics are clunky and detract from the overall experience.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, -100% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions
The story is characterized by its self-aware humor and lightheartedness, complementing the engaging gameplay and exploration typical of the metroidvania genre. Players appreciate the blend of fun character interactions and a vibrant world, which enhances the overall experience without taking itself too seriously.
- “The story knows how ridiculous it is and doesn’t take itself seriously.”
- “The characters and environments look really good.”
- “A great take on the Metroidvania formula.”
- “The story is convoluted and fails to engage the player, making it hard to care about the characters or their motivations.”
- “Despite the interesting premise, the narrative feels disjointed and lacks coherence, leaving many plot points unresolved.”
- “The dialogue is often cringeworthy and detracts from the overall experience, making it difficult to immerse oneself in the game world.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions
Players find the lack of fast-travel options leads to tedious backtracking and navigation, contributing to a frustrating grinding experience.
- “No fast travel makes backtracking and navigation tedious.”
- “The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “Leveling up requires an excessive amount of time, which can be frustrating.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions
The music in the game has been criticized for being visually unappealing and lacking the quality of the classic soundtracks, with remixed tracks failing to make a significant impact.
- “The remixed soundtrack doesn't stand shoulder to shoulder with the classics.”
- “The music is visually bland beyond the main character.”