Super Kaiju
- December 6, 2016
- Directive Games Limited
- 2h median play time
Get on Steam"Super Kaiju" is a VR-exclusive arena shooter, where you fight as powerful mech-monsters in a variety of environments. The game offers both single player and competitive multiplayer modes, with a focus on accessible yet challenging core mechanics. Battles take place in settings such as volcanic landscapes and icy seas, and players can earn experience points and compete for leaderboard glory.
Reviews
- The game features great graphics and smooth gameplay, making it visually appealing and enjoyable to play.
- The unlockable system and variety of cards add depth and strategy to the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.
- Playing with friends is a blast, and the practice option while waiting for matches is a nice touch.
- The game suffers from a low player base, making it difficult to find multiplayer matches.
- There is a lack of tutorials or explanations for game mechanics, which can lead to confusion for new players.
- The in-game music is considered dull and repetitive, detracting from the overall experience.
- music12 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing disappointment over the lack of variety and the absence of the engaging soundtrack featured in the promotional material. Critics describe the in-game music as repetitive and dull, suggesting that it detracts from the overall experience, although there is hope for future updates to improve this aspect. Overall, while the game is polished, the current music selection is seen as a significant drawback.
“The music and advert were enough to convince me to dive in now.”
“With this feedback, they will realize how in-game music is important.”
“Because the devs promise me music will be updated very soon.”
“I was a bit disappointed that the game didn't use the same soundtrack as the advert on Steam.”
“To be critical, the single music track is becoming a bit repetitive now; any chance of integrating the trailer music or something of that style?”
“Decisively, the devs have no sense of choosing music.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally fast and fun, featuring polished mechanics that become more challenging as players progress. While there is a lack of initial explanation for some mechanics, players can quickly adapt, especially in single-player mode. Overall, the game shows potential and benefits from consistent updates.
“Super Kaiju is definitely worth a look as it's already very polished with solid gameplay and consistent updates.”
“Fast and fun gameplay is a shooter.”
“Because gameplay has potential, it is quite cool.”
“It suffers from a lack of explanation regarding the mechanics, but you'll learn quickly while playing in single player.”
“The early bot is easy to beat once you get used to the mechanics, but once you hit level 6 or so, the bot becomes significantly harder to challenge.”
“Gameplay, UI design, font design, and sense of control are all areas that need improvement.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are consistently praised for their vibrancy and crispness, contributing to an impressive overall presentation. Players appreciate the visual quality, which enhances the fast-paced gameplay experience.
“This is a fast-paced, player vs player strategy card battle shooter game that's got hidden depth, is vibrant, with nice crisp graphics and presentation.”
“Update - 1 hour played -> very impressive, crisp graphics and good sound.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players report significant improvements in optimization, noting great performance after updates and effective balance in gameplay mechanics, including new secondary weapons and card combinations. Overall, the game is progressing positively in terms of optimization.
“After 3 hours of play, things are coming along really nicely. The performance is great, the new secondary weapons are a fantastic addition, and the balance of cards seems really good. I've discovered a couple of nice tricks, combinations, and counters.”
