Subsideria

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Subsideria is a single player action game. It was developed by QFSW and was released on August 24, 2018. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Subsideria is a modernised reincarnation of the classic arcade space shooters, re-imagined with boss fights, multiple game modes and more; how long can you survive the oncoming asteroid barrage?

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Audience ScoreBased on 20 reviews

music4 positive mentions

Subsideria features amazing graphics and special effects, making the visuals stand out in the space shooter genre.
The game offers a unique blend of classic and modern gameplay elements, including boss battles and various upgrades, which keeps it engaging.
The soundtrack is highly praised, with each track adding to the overall experience and atmosphere of the game.

The gameplay can be frustrating due to precision aiming issues and confusing mechanics like screen wrapping.
Some players find the sound effects to be lackluster compared to the music, which detracts from the overall audio experience.
While the game is enjoyable, it may not appeal to those who are not fans of the space shooter genre.

music
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many praising the soundtrack as its strongest aspect, highlighting its diversity and ability to enhance the gaming experience. Some players noted that the themes, particularly those associated with bosses, effectively set the tone and atmosphere, while others found the music to be less appealing. Overall, the soundtrack is seen as a significant contributor to the game's enjoyment, evoking nostalgia for classic arcade games.
- “The music in this game is its strongest point in my opinion.”
- “Each song is extremely different from each other and the bosses' themes give you the creeps, in a good way!”
- “Developing your skills, leveling up, getting upgrades, overcoming challenges, and listening to the awesome soundtrack in this game will keep you entertained for many hours.”
- “The music is horrible!”
- “Also, really, and this is the odd part, but the background music makes me think that Keyboard Cat is the musician for this game.”
- “I do like the soundtrack, it feels very reminiscent of other arcade classics and suits the overall feel.”
gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of Subsideria is noted for its interesting mechanics and the introduction of new features that breathe life into its genre, earning a mixed reception with a score of 7/10. While some players appreciate the engaging elements and boss encounters, others find the overall gameplay to be average and not personally appealing.
- “Subsideria rekindles the flame of its own genre, adding tons of new features to its gameplay and managing to make so much with so little.”
- “The inclusion of bosses is a nice diversion from the regular gameplay, even if broken up with various other things you must avoid.”
- “Interesting game mechanics.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game have received high praise, with users consistently rating them 10/10. Reviewers highlight the stunning visuals, noting a cohesive aesthetic enhanced by vibrant colors, engaging particle effects, and a refreshing overall design.
- “The graphics in this game are absolutely amazing.”
- “Graphics: 10/10”
- “At first, I thought the graphics would be... meh.”
- “The thing that strikes me about the game is the overall visuals have a consistent feeling and keep it fresh by the use of interesting particles, colors, and effects.”