SuperTotalCarnage!

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SuperTotalCarnage! is a single player and multiplayer role playing shooter game with a horror theme. It was developed by IndieGala and was released on October 27, 2022. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"SuperTotalCarnage!" is a Horror Shooter game that offers both multi-player and single-player modes. It's a fast-paced time survival game inspired by classics like Vampire Survivors and Binding Of Isaac. Players move their characters across the screen, automatically using weapons to slay never-ending legions of monsters, fight huge bosses, and upgrade their arsenal, all in fully destructible environments with gory effects.

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Audience ScoreBased on 38 reviews

humor1 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and addictive experience with satisfying weapons and a unique gore theme.
It's a good value for the price, providing entertainment despite its current limitations.
The retro art style and music create an enjoyable atmosphere reminiscent of classic horror films.

The game suffers from numerous bugs, including broken achievements and balancing issues, which detract from the overall experience.
Content is currently limited, with few maps and characters, making it feel repetitive and lacking in replay value.
Many players feel it doesn't stand out compared to other games in the genre, particularly Vampire Survivors, which offers more content and polish.

music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally well-received, featuring a great synthwave soundtrack that enhances the spooky retro atmosphere. While some players appreciate the decent quality of the music, others feel it lacks originality, comparing it to a simplified version of existing games. Overall, the soundtrack contributes positively to the gameplay experience, especially during boss fights.
- “Wasn't sure I'd like it, but it's a cool game, spooky retro atmosphere with a great synthwave soundtrack.”
- “The music volume is called 'volume' while SFX is correctly called SFX.”
- “The game isn't horrible and has its own merits, but the music is just decent.”
- “Being a fan of films like that, it's quite a treat to blast zombies and cult members to pixelated pieces with a retro synth soundtrack playing.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally enjoyable and visually appealing, with some nostalgic sound effects, but lacks distinct mechanical features to differentiate it from other versus clones, primarily resembling "vampire survivors." The occasional boss fights add some variety, yet the game requires further refinement to enhance the overall experience. Emphasizing its gothic horror theme could provide a unique twist to the gameplay mechanics.
- “The core gameplay is fun, the game looks nice, and some of the sound effects are surprisingly pleasant and old school, but the game - as of this writing - needs some cleaning up for sure.”
- “If the developers lean into the theme of the game, they might find a way to mechanically differentiate this game from the hordes of other vs clones, since no other vs clones have covered the modernish day gothic horror angle.”
- “There are no real mechanical differences to make the game stand out at the time of this review except for the occasional one-on-one boss fight.”
- “If the developers lean into the theme of the game, they might find a way to mechanically differentiate this game from the hordes of other versus clones, since no other versus clones have covered the modern-day gothic horror angle.”
- “Yes, this game is effectively Vampire Survivors in terms of gameplay.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics are characterized by a blend of early vampire survivor aesthetics, featuring blood, gore, and destructible environments. Influenced by 1970s and 1980s Italian horror films, the visuals and sound design create a nostalgic yet immersive atmosphere.
- “Right now, it's early Vampire Survivors with blood, gore, and destructible environments, all three of which are aesthetic differences.”
- “I especially like how this game's sound and visuals take direct influence from old horror films from the 1970s and 1980s, specifically those made in Italy.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization of the game is criticized for its pricing strategy, as players feel that despite the low $3 entry fee, the overall value does not justify the cost, leading to disappointment. Many believe that if the game were free, it would be more appreciated for its fun elements and spirit.
- “If this game was free, I'd probably give it a thumbs up just because I appreciate the vibe and the spirit of what they're trying to do here. However, advertising it as a fully fledged $3 entry into the genre, even considering the low price point, you're going to be mad you bought it.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the game to be very funny, particularly enjoying the humor in gameplay, and believe that the addition of different maps and shared screen co-op would enhance the experience even further.
- “Very funny to play, with different maps and a shared screen co-op it would be perfect!”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features a captivating spooky retro atmosphere complemented by an excellent synthwave soundtrack, creating an engaging and immersive experience that pleasantly surprised players.
- “I wasn't sure I'd like it, but it's a cool game with a spooky retro atmosphere and a great synthwave soundtrack.”
- “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into a world filled with tension and mystery.”
- “Every detail contributes to the haunting ambiance, making each moment feel both thrilling and eerie.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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While "Super Total Carnage" draws inspiration from "Vampire Survivors," it falls short in terms of replayability, offering limited content and fewer unlockables, which may leave players wanting more after initial playthroughs.
- “While its blatant inspiration, Vampire Survivors, offers hours of replay value, Super Total Carnage doesn't provide much content in that regard.”
- “The game has a ton of unlockables that keep you coming back for more.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh due to the variety of strategies and character builds available.”