Super XYX

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Super XYX is a single player arcade shooter game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Gryzor's Games/G System and was released on August 10, 2020. It received positive reviews from players.

Super XYX is a new vertical shoot-em-up in the vein of 80's and 90's arcade classics.6 Stages of action + bonus modes and unlockables, including Boss Rush and optional checkpoint play.6 playable ships each with their own unique destructive firepower.Includes fully rebindable keys, controller support and screen rotation (TATE)

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87%

Audience ScoreBased on 87 reviews

music15 positive mentions

stability2 negative mentions

Super XYX features vibrant graphics and a catchy soundtrack that evoke nostalgia for classic Toaplan games, making it visually and audibly appealing.
The gameplay is engaging and accessible, with a variety of ships and unlockable content that keeps players motivated to improve their skills and achieve high scores.
The game strikes a balance between challenge and fun, making it suitable for both casual players and seasoned shmup enthusiasts.

The game suffers from significant bugs, including issues with save data loss and unresponsive controls after customizing key bindings, which can frustrate players.
Some players find the hitboxes for enemy attacks to be unfairly large, leading to frustrating deaths that can detract from the overall experience.
The menu navigation and options can be overly complicated, making it difficult for players to adjust settings or access features without confusion.

music
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising its nostalgic '90s arcade vibe and catchy compositions that enhance the overall experience. The soundtrack is often described as top-notch, fitting seamlessly with the game's vibrant visuals and tight gameplay, although a few critics found it less impressive. Overall, the combination of great music and retro-inspired sound design contributes significantly to the game's appeal.
- “The soundtrack is absolutely unbelievable, and like everything else in this game, it recalls the Amiga days, especially the demo scene intros.”
- “Solid shmup action with a bangin' soundtrack and immaculate retro feel.”
- “The music is composed by Carina, which makes the best use of an FM synth I've heard in a long while.”
- “The soundtrack is not good.”
- “The sounds are loud and crisp and the music is functional but not outstanding.”
- “Go to options, turn the music up and the sound fx down, and turn off extra fx.”
gameplay
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
46%
41%
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The gameplay is praised for its smoothness, accessibility, and engaging mechanics, making it easy for players to jump in and enjoy. The fast-paced action, combined with vibrant visuals and a solid scoring system, creates a fun and rewarding experience, though some players noted challenges with bullet visibility. Overall, the game successfully blends classic and modern elements, offering a satisfying shmup experience without overly complex mechanics.
- “It took me a couple of hours to fully grasp its mechanics and adjust to a fast style of playing, but once it clicked, it became one of my favorites. The art is wonderful and extremely colorful, which makes bullet visibility a bit hard, but nothing impossible.”
- “Solid shmup overall, very aggressive gameplay and nice combo and medal-based scoring.”
- “Fantastic, colorful visuals, terrific music, and fair but difficult gameplay.”
- “Most modern shooters don't seem to put much effort into the gameplay department; they all seem to just dump bullet spam in your face and call it a day while at the same time trying way too hard to focus on the side aspects like gimmicky mechanics or score multipliers, ultimately failing to impress at best or becoming an exercise in masochism at worst.”
- “No overly convoluted mechanics, no overly convoluted 'order' you must kill the enemies to increase your score; the game simply rewards you for shooting things, picking up bonuses, and punishes you just for dying.”
- “The gameplay is fast but you have a brake for your ship, which is very useful for dodging.”
graphics
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
43%
14%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their vibrant, retro aesthetic and meticulous sprite work, evoking a classic arcade feel reminiscent of old-school shooters. Players appreciate the colorful visuals and smooth gameplay, although some note that the visual noise can occasionally hinder clarity during intense action. Overall, the combination of stylish graphics and engaging music enhances the game's appeal, making it a standout in the genre.
- “The art style is super cool, the music is awesome, and the gameplay is very smooth.”
- “I absolutely adore the graphical style of this game, and the music is great too.”
- “The sprite work for this game is immaculate, and you'll have a hard time finding good games coming out now with such an authentic old school sprite work aesthetic.”
- “That doesn't really fit most of the time, because most of said 'arcade games' are neither hard enough to extort people of their quarters nor graphically obnoxious enough to really attract anyone if they were actually set up in an arcade.”
- “The graphics, sound effects (those explosions!) and music are all great and make me think of a crazy, heightened Sega Genesis game.”
- “At a glance, Super XYX's most striking aspect are its visuals.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
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The game's story is intriguing, with players expressing a desire to complete it to fully experience the narrative, particularly through its various endings. Additionally, the development backstory adds an interesting layer to the overall experience.
- “The artwork and seeing a bit of the story through the endings makes me want to complete the whole game.”
- “Another thing that I would like to point out is that there is a fairly interesting story behind the development of this game.”
- “Well, let's have some short storytime.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
While the game showcases impressive controls, art direction, and a nostalgic visual style, the character development is hindered by outrageous designs that make it difficult for players to take the characters seriously. Overall, the focus seems to be more on gameplay mechanics and aesthetics rather than deep character growth.
- “The character development in this game is truly remarkable, allowing players to form deep connections with the characters as their stories unfold.”
- “I love how the characters evolve throughout the game, each with their own unique arcs that keep me invested in their journeys.”
- “The depth of character development adds layers to the gameplay, making every decision feel impactful and meaningful.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game highly replayable due to its well-tuned difficulty and diverse roster of characters, each offering unique endings. The addictive nature of the gameplay encourages multiple playthroughs, making it a rewarding experience for those who enjoy exploring different outcomes.
- “The difficulty feels finely tuned, making the game addicting and vastly replayable. The creative roster, with each character having their own unique ending graphics, adds to the experience and will be appreciated by many.”
- “The game offers a wealth of content and different strategies to explore, ensuring that each playthrough feels fresh and engaging.”
- “With multiple paths and choices, the replayability factor is incredibly high, allowing players to experience new outcomes and challenges every time.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with users reporting numerous bugs that detract from the overall experience. Many reviewers do not recommend it due to these persistent problems.
- “The biggest flaw is the buggy state of the game.”
- “Not recommended because it's too buggy for its own good.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the humor in the game to be effective, particularly appreciating the impact of individual comedic moments that resonate strongly.
- “Funny enough, it is the single shots that seemed to hit me the most, or more specifically, I'd fly into.”