SwapOut
- October 20, 2021
- Gingersoft Games
"SwapOut" is a roguelike first-person shooter focused on gun customization, where you must achieve total zombie extermination after a scientific mishap. Loot for new attachments and chips to create unique, powerful weapons, and navigate the procedurally generated environments filled with diverse enemies. Adapt to various playstyles and challenges in every run, as no two experiences are identical.
Reviews
- The game offers a unique weapon modding system that allows for interesting combinations and replayability.
- Fast-paced gameplay keeps the adrenaline high, making it engaging and fun to play.
- The developer has shown good communication and progress in improving performance despite existing bugs.
- The game suffers from significant bugs, including enemies clipping through walls and a lack of feedback on successful hits.
- Visuals and overall polish are lacking, leading to a janky experience that may deter some players.
- The modding system can be confusing, with items being difficult to see and interact with, adding unnecessary complexity.
- gameplay2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its simplicity, which contributes positively to the overall experience, while also featuring fun and original mechanics that enhance enjoyment.
“Gameplay is simple, and that's a good thing.”
“Good game, with very fun and original mechanics.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The graphics have received mixed feedback, with some users acknowledging the significant effort put in by a single developer, while others find it challenging to describe the visuals positively. Overall, the visuals may not meet high expectations, but the low price point is noted as a factor to consider.
“The visuals are stunning and showcase incredible attention to detail.”
“The graphics are beautifully designed, creating an immersive experience.”
“The art style is unique and adds a lot of character to the game.”
“I don't know how to describe the visuals without being rude.”
“The graphics look outdated and lack detail, making the game feel unpolished.”
“The art style is inconsistent and detracts from the overall experience.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -300 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
While the game still has its share of bugs, significant performance improvements have been reported, with some users experiencing frame rate increases from 20fps to over 600fps, indicating effective optimization efforts.
“It's still certainly not without bugs, but when he managed to increase performance to the point I went from 20 FPS to over 600, I'd call that some sort of magic.”
“The optimization in this game is impressive; I noticed a significant boost in frame rates and overall smoothness.”
“After the latest update, the game runs like a dream, with no stuttering and a consistent frame rate.”
“It's still certainly not without bugs, but when he managed to increase performance to the point I went from 20 fps to over six hundred, I'd call that some sort of magic.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 200 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game offers a degree of replayability despite its short length, suggesting that players may find value in revisiting it.
“The variety of choices and outcomes makes me want to play through it multiple times.”
“Each playthrough feels fresh due to the different paths and strategies available.”
“This game has promise; while short, it does have replayability.”