SuperTotalCarnage!

About

"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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64%

Audience ScoreBased on 44 reviews

replayability3 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and addictive experience with satisfying weapons and a unique post-apocalyptic theme.
It has a retro aesthetic and soundtrack that appeals to fans of old horror films, enhancing the overall atmosphere.
For its low price, it provides decent entertainment and shows potential for future updates and improvements.

The game is heavily criticized for being a derivative copy of Vampire Survivors, lacking original content and depth.
There are numerous bugs and balancing issues, including broken achievements and unresponsive controls, which hinder the gameplay experience.
Currently, the game has limited content, with few unlockables and a shallow progression system, making it feel repetitive quickly.

gameplay
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The gameplay is reminiscent of "Vampire Survivors," featuring a roguelike mechanic that offers a fun experience, though it lacks significant mechanical differentiation from other clones. While the core mechanics are enjoyable and the aesthetic is appealing, the game requires further refinement to stand out, particularly by embracing its unique modern gothic horror theme.
- “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.”
- “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.”
- “Has a roguelike mechanic that I almost maxed in the 0.6 hours I played.”
- “Yes, this game is effectively Vampire Survivors in terms of gameplay.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally well-received, featuring a retro synth soundtrack that enhances the spooky atmosphere and complements the gameplay. While some players appreciate the decent quality of the music, others feel it lacks originality, comparing it to other titles. Overall, the soundtrack contributes positively to the gaming experience, despite minor issues with audio settings.
- “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.”
- “Wasn't sure I'd like it, but it's a cool game with a spooky retro atmosphere and a great synthwave soundtrack.”
- “The game isn't horrible and has its own merits, but the music is just decent and doesn't stand out.”
- “The music volume is labeled as 'volume' while sound effects are correctly labeled as 'sfx'.”
- “While I enjoy the retro synth soundtrack, it feels repetitive and doesn't enhance the gameplay experience.”
graphics
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The game's graphics are heavily inspired by 1970s and 1980s Italian horror films, featuring a distinct aesthetic that includes blood, gore, and destructible environments, reminiscent of early vampire survival themes.
- “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.”
- “Right now, it's early vampire survivors with blood, gore, and destructible environments, all three of which are aesthetic differences.”
- “The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
- “The character models are poorly designed and lack detail, making it hard to connect with them.”
- “The environments are bland and repetitive, which detracts from the overall immersion of the game.”
monetization
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The monetization of the game, priced at $3, has received mixed reviews; while some appreciate the game's vibe and spirit, others feel that it does not justify the cost, suggesting it would be better received as a free title.
- “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.”
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 features a variety of unlockables that keep you coming back for more.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh due to the different strategies you can employ.”
humor
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Players find the game to be very funny, particularly enjoying the humor during gameplay. The addition of different maps and shared screen co-op is seen as a potential enhancement to the comedic experience.
- “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 enhanced by a great synthwave soundtrack, which has pleasantly surprised players who initially had reservations about it.
- “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 corner of the game is filled with haunting visuals and sounds that create an unforgettable atmosphere.”