Super XYX
- August 10, 2020
- Gryzor's Games/G System
Get on Steam"Super XYX" is a retro-style shoot 'em up game where players control a spaceship fighting against waves of enemies. The game features fast-paced action, pixel art graphics, and a chiptune soundtrack. Players can upgrade their ship and choose from multiple difficulty modes to test their skills.
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Reviews
- Super XYX features beautiful pixel art and a vibrant color palette, reminiscent of classic Toaplan games, which enhances the overall visual experience.
- The gameplay is smooth and engaging, with a variety of ships and modes to unlock, making it accessible for both newcomers and seasoned players.
- The soundtrack is highly praised, adding to the nostalgic feel and excitement of the game, making it a joy to play.
- The game suffers from significant bugs, including issues with save data loss and unresponsive controls, which can detract from the overall experience.
- The practice mode is limited, only allowing players to replay stages they have already completed, which can hinder skill development for tougher bosses.
- Some players find the hitboxes for enemy attacks to be frustratingly large, making it difficult to dodge projectiles effectively.
- music27 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising its catchy and nostalgic quality that evokes classic gaming eras, particularly the Amiga and Genesis days. The soundtrack is described as "killer" and "bangin'," enhancing the overall gameplay experience, although a few critiques mention that it may not be universally appealing. Overall, the combination of vibrant visuals and a strong musical score contributes significantly to the game's charm and playability.
“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.”
“The music is composed by Carina, which makes the best use of an FM synth I've heard in a long while... you can take a quick listen here.”
- gameplay22 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The gameplay is widely praised for its smoothness, accessibility, and engaging mechanics, allowing players to easily jump in and enjoy the experience. Many reviews highlight the fast-paced, aggressive nature of the gameplay, complemented by solid scoring systems and a lack of convoluted mechanics. Overall, the game successfully blends classic and modern elements, offering a fun and visually appealing shooter experience.
“The art style is super cool, the music is awesome, and the gameplay is very smooth.”
“Solid shmup overall, very aggressive gameplay and nice combo and medal-based scoring.”
“No overly convoluted mechanics; the game simply rewards you for shooting things, picking up bonuses, and punishes you just for dying.”
“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.”
“One with better gameplay, the other with better presentation.”
- graphics19 mentions
- 47 % positive mentions
- 37 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their vibrant, retro aesthetic and meticulous spritework, evoking a classic arcade feel reminiscent of old-school titles. While the visuals are generally considered impressive and colorful, some players note that the abundance of visual elements can occasionally hinder gameplay clarity. Overall, the combination of stylish graphics and engaging music contributes to a nostalgic yet fresh gaming experience.
“I absolutely adore the graphical style of this game and the music is great too.”
“The spritework for this game is immaculate and you'll have a hard time finding good games coming out now with such an authentic old school spritework aesthetic.”
“Fantastic, colorful visuals, terrific music and fair but difficult gameplay.”
“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.”
“At a glance, super xyx's most striking aspect are its visuals.”
“The graphics, sound effects (those explosions!) and music are all great and make me think of a crazy, heightened Sega Genesis game.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
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.”
- story2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game's development is accompanied by a compelling backstory that adds depth to the overall experience, making it an intriguing aspect for players.
“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.”
“The story feels disjointed and lacks coherence.”
“Character development is shallow, making it hard to connect with anyone.”
“The plot twists are predictable and fail to engage the player.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the humor in the game to be effective, particularly appreciating the impact of individual comedic moments that resonate strongly during gameplay.
“Funny enough, it's the single shots that seemed to hit me the most, or more specifically, I'd fly into.”
“The humor in this game is so clever and unexpected, it keeps me laughing throughout my playthrough.”
“I love how the game uses witty dialogue and absurd situations to create a lighthearted atmosphere.”
- character development1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The character development in Grybanser Fox's latest game is noted for its outrageous designs that may hinder seriousness, yet the overall experience is enhanced by tight controls and a nostalgic visual style reminiscent of classic shmups. While the characters may not be deeply engaging, the game's satisfying mechanics and catchy soundtrack contribute to an enjoyable gameplay experience.
“The character development in this game is incredibly deep, allowing players to form a genuine connection with each character as their stories unfold.”
“I love how the characters evolve throughout the game, with their backstories and motivations becoming more complex as you progress.”
“The way the game handles character arcs is impressive; each character feels unique and their growth is both believable and engaging.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game highly replayable due to its finely tuned difficulty and addictive gameplay, complemented by a diverse roster of over 35 characters, each offering unique ending graphics as a rewarding incentive.
“The difficulty feels finely tuned, and the game is addicting and vastly replayable as a result, with a creative roster, all with their own ending graphics. Many players will appreciate that as a reward.”
“The variety of choices and paths in the game makes each playthrough feel unique, encouraging players to dive back in for different experiences.”
“With multiple endings and character interactions, the game offers endless possibilities, making it a joy to replay and discover new content.”
