Sun Wukong VS Robot
- September 8, 2018
- Bitca
In "Sun Wukong VS Robot," players control the legendary Monkey King, Sun Wukong, as he battles against hordes of robotic enemies in fast-paced action gameplay. With a variety of weapons and abilities, players must strategize and upgrade their character to overcome challenging levels and powerful bosses. Inspired by Chinese mythology, the game offers a unique blend of traditional folklore and futuristic sci-fi elements.
Reviews
- Short but solid Metroidvania experience that is fun and entertaining for a brief play session.
- The game features a fair difficulty level, making it accessible for casual players, with enjoyable boss battles and a variety of abilities to unlock.
- Cute pixel art and decent mechanics that evoke a retro feel, providing a satisfying sense of progression throughout the game.
- The game is very short, with many players wishing for a longer experience and more content to explore.
- Controls can be frustrating, particularly with the dash mechanic and poor keyboard/controller bindings, leading to gameplay issues.
- Graphics and level design are often criticized as bland and uninspired, lacking the depth and creativity found in other Metroidvania titles.
- graphics8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the detailed and vibrant cutscenes, while others criticize the in-game visuals as poor, minimalist, and bland. Many users express disappointment, stating that the overall aesthetic fails to stand out, with some even describing it as ugly, particularly for those who appreciate retro styles. Overall, the graphics seem to lack the quality and engagement expected from modern games.
“Graphics are what would have happened if the Game Boy was a mini NES at the time it was launched.”
“It's not very long, has a fun art style and solid mechanics.”
“Nothing in the game stands out; the graphics are poor; the information given by the game is insufficient to understand what to do (e.g. what's the lighting for?); the enemy mechanics are very tedious.”
“I'm someone who loves 8-bit styled graphics, but these are just ugly.”
“The graphics in the cutscenes are detailed and vibrant; the graphics in-game are minimalist and bland.”
- music8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally considered an improvement over previous titles, featuring standout boss battle tracks that enhance the experience. However, many users note a lack of variety, with too few music tracks leading to areas devoid of sound, resulting in a minimalist and sometimes dull auditory experience. While some appreciate the gloomy soundtrack and refined controls, the overall consensus is that the music could benefit from greater diversity and presence throughout the game.
“Great boss battles and boss battle music.”
“Of course not, but it brings some surprisingly excellent art, animation, and music to the party as well as some refined controls, and will entertain you for the two hours or so it'll take you to complete it.”
“It even has a very gloomy soundtrack, which I thought was pretty funny; some of the boss songs are nice though.”
“The developers were forced to have areas without any music in order to avoid having the few tracks they have become too repetitive in the game.”
“There is hardly any music.”
“The music you do hear is minimalist and dull.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The gameplay features traditional metroidvania elements such as hidden power-ups and a cell-based map, along with multiple bosses that can be tackled in various orders. However, players criticize the lack of standout elements, poor graphics, insufficient guidance, and tedious enemy mechanics, which detract from the overall experience. Despite these issues, the game is noted for its fun art style and solid mechanics.
“It's not very long, has a fun art style, and solid mechanics.”
“In terms of gameplay, it has all of the traditional metroidvania features like hidden power-ups, a cell-based map, and 4 bosses that can be done in different order.”
“Nothing in the game stands out; the graphics are poor; the information given by the game is insufficient to understand what to do (e.g., what's the lightning for?); the enemy mechanics are very tedious.”
“In terms of gameplay, it has all of the traditional metroidvania features like hidden power-ups, cell-based map, and 4 bosses that can be done in different order.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and unengaging, citing poor graphics and insufficient information that leaves them confused about gameplay mechanics. Overall, the lack of standout features contributes to a frustrating experience.
“Nothing in the game stands out; the graphics are poor; the information given by the game is insufficient to understand what to do (e.g., what's the lightning for?); the enemy mechanics are very tedious.”
- story1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story features engaging characters and well-crafted plot development, which keeps players invested in the narrative.
“The characters are incredibly well-developed, and the plot twists kept me on the edge of my seat.”
“I was completely immersed in the story; the narrative is rich and engaging with unexpected turns.”
“The emotional depth of the characters made the story resonate with me long after I finished the game.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game offers limited replayability, primarily appealing to speed runners, though some players express a willingness to revisit it in the future.
“Not much in terms of replayability aside from speed running, but I might go back and play through this again sometime.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by its contrast between a gloomy soundtrack and moments that players find amusing, particularly in the boss songs, which adds an unexpected layer of comedy to the overall experience.
“The humor in this game is surprisingly clever, with witty dialogue that keeps you laughing throughout.”
“I love how the game balances its serious moments with hilarious one-liners that catch you off guard.”
“The quirky characters and their absurd interactions add a delightful layer of humor that makes the gameplay even more enjoyable.”