Strike Buster Prototype
- May 21, 2021
- ZeroCastle Game Studios
Strike Buster Prototype is a thrilling shoot 'em up game with pixel-perfect retro graphics. Players control a spaceship, battling through waves of enemies and bosses in a variety of environments. The game features a range of weapons to upgrade, and offers a challenging, fast-paced experience for fans of the genre.
Reviews
- The game features fun gameplay with engaging mechanics and a unique bullet hell experience.
- It has appealing graphics, good sound effects, and a charming presentation.
- The game is affordable and offers a decent amount of content for its price.
- The forced camera centering during boss fights disrupts gameplay and can be frustrating.
- There are issues with game balance, leading to repetitive and unchallenging experiences in later plays.
- The game lacks a coherent story and has some glitchy controls, which detracts from the overall experience.
- gameplay6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its engaging mechanics, including unique weapon powers and an excellent arena shooter experience, complemented by appealing graphics and sound. However, some players express concerns about the reliance on gacha mechanics and lootboxes, suggesting that enjoyment may be hindered without financial investment. Overall, it offers a mix of fun gameplay elements while raising questions about monetization.
“Some of the guns have cool powers attached automatically, which opens up new play mechanics.”
“An excellent arena shooter with interesting gameplay, good graphics, and a low price.”
“I liked the graphics, the presentation, the music, the sounds, and the game mechanics.”
“All of the mechanics of weapon switching, heat management, and even trying were gone.”
“You have 'actual' gacha game mechanics, like lootboxes where 'literally nothing' is an option, and weapons that you can only use once.”
“All these mechanics scream at me that this game would be something that you'd need to invest money into to be able to enjoy, which is fortunately not an option.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are highly praised for their impressive visuals and engaging presentation, complemented by effective sound effects. Players appreciate the dynamic movement of objects and the overall aesthetic quality, which enhances the gameplay experience.
“Prepare for awesome visuals, good sound effects, objects moving in circular motion, back and forth, and of course in every angle possible.”
“An excellent arena shooter with interesting gameplay, good graphics, and a low price.”
“I liked the graphics, the presentation, the music, the sounds, and the game mechanics.”
- music3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate its quality and presentation, others criticize the limited variety, noting that the background music loops too quickly and can become repetitive. Overall, it seems to enhance the experience for some, but detracts for others.
“I liked the graphics, the presentation, the music, the sounds, and the game mechanics.”
“It looks really great, doesn't take a lot to run, and the music is awesome.”
“The background music is just one song and it loops way too early, making it feel repetitive and uninspired.”
- story3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate a significant dissatisfaction with the game's story, highlighting a lack of narrative depth, missions, and clear objectives. Players express a desire for a more engaging storyline that includes meaningful goals and memorable bosses to enhance the overall experience.
“Error 404: No story found.”
“The game desperately needs a proper story, missions, goals, and bosses to elevate the experience.”
“Without a compelling narrative, the game feels empty and lacks direction.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly noting that opening loot boxes after completing the first playthrough can feel like a monotonous chore.
“Once you've finished the first play, you'll open some loot boxes, which is a tedious process.”
“The grinding feels endless and often becomes a chore rather than an enjoyable part of the game.”
“I found myself repeating the same tasks over and over, which made the experience feel monotonous.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users report occasional game freezes, indicating that stability issues are present but not consistently disruptive.
“The game freezes sometimes.”
“I frequently experience crashes that disrupt my gameplay.”
“There are constant stability issues that make it hard to enjoy the game.”