SWARMRIDER OMEGA
- September 19, 2017
- Walter Machado
- 2h median play time
Get on SteamSwarmrider Omega is a fast-paced, futuristic racing game where you control a swarm of drones. Navigate through challenging tracks, avoid obstacles, and outmaneuver opponents to reach the finish line. Upgrade your swarm and customize your drones for improved speed, handling, and durability.
Nintendo Switch
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Reviews
- Addictive gameplay with a fast-paced, arcade-style experience that keeps players engaged.
- Great retro graphics and an excellent soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
- Very affordable, providing good value for a quick and entertaining gaming session.
- Visual clutter and fast-paced action can make it difficult to track offscreen enemies.
- Limited gameplay variety with only one enemy type and a small play area, leading to repetitive experiences.
- Framerate issues and excessive visual effects can detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.
- music16 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The music in this game is consistently praised for its energetic and engaging quality, enhancing the fast-paced gameplay and creating an immersive experience. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as a standout feature, describing it as a "rockin" and "pumping rock jam" that perfectly complements the action. While some note a lack of variety in other game elements, the music remains a strong point, contributing to the overall excitement and intensity of the gameplay.
“This game delivers quick, satisfactory gameplay and comes with one of the most awesome soundtracks ever.”
“A blast to play for 39p, and I have to say that the soundtrack is rockin.”
“Same enemy, same background which is a black background, same effects and lame music.”
“If the animations, sprites, enemies, or backgrounds had more variety to them, it would make the game's very simple mechanic more enjoyable; however, with the game itself being so simplistic, the music, environments, and effects lacking much variety do it in as a quick bore.”
“The music is just as intense as the action and it really gets the heart racing.”
- gameplay11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its fast-paced, simplistic mechanics that focus on shooting and survival against swarms of enemies, complemented by a strong soundtrack. While the core mechanics are solid and addictive for score-chasers, the lack of variety in enemy types, animations, and environments may lead to a quick sense of boredom for players seeking more depth. Overall, the game offers a satisfying experience but leaves potential for greater diversity unfulfilled.
“Cyber pink styled shooter survival game with simplistic yet decent retro graphics, great soundtrack, and fast-paced gameplay.”
“The gameplay is very simple, but there's a lot of micro to be had in overcoming the encroaching swarm.”
“This game delivers quick, satisfactory gameplay and comes with one of the most awesome soundtracks ever.”
“Addicting for those looking to continuously improve survival time-based scores, less so if looking for gameplay variety or just completing the achievements.”
“I do think there's a lot of potential left on the table here -- for example, another enemy type or two would go a long way to add some variety to gameplay.”
“Gameplay is very, very simple.”
- graphics9 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 22 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The game's graphics receive mixed reviews, with some praising its beautiful artwork and stylish visuals reminiscent of the Matrix, while others criticize the simplistic retro design and poor visibility in bright environments. Overall, the aesthetic is appreciated for its appeal, but issues like poor layout and visibility detract from the experience for some players.
“Cyber pink styled shooter survival game with simplistic yet decent retro graphics, great soundtrack, and fast-paced gameplay.”
“As always, the artwork, style, and visuals of the game are really beautifully done; the game is a pleasure to look at.”
“Great aesthetic both visual and auditory, and rock solid gameplay.”
“The terrible graphics combined with a poorly designed and laid out game area define this as lazy shovelware.”
“If I had two complaints, it's that you don't control when you fire the specials, and that the 'dark and gloomy' aesthetic is a little hard to see when gaming in a bright room.”
“I know it's an aesthetic thing, but getting cheap hits because your screen turns into a white mush isn't really fun.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the humor in the game, often finding it reminiscent of classic comedic moments, such as tipping over bikes in front of a bar for a laugh. This playful interaction highlights the game's ability to evoke lighthearted and mischievous scenarios.
“So the other day, I sped up to a long row of bikes in front of a bar these bikers frequent and tipped them all over because I thought it would be funny and reminiscent of the dragon engine.”
- story1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game features a streamlined narrative that avoids lengthy cutscenes and loading times, allowing players to focus on gameplay without being weighed down by excessive storytelling.
“The story is engaging and keeps you invested from start to finish.”
“The narrative is rich and filled with unexpected twists that enhance the gameplay experience.”
“Character development is exceptional, making you truly care about their journeys.”
“The story feels disjointed and lacks coherence, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“Character development is shallow, leaving players with little emotional investment.”
“The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect in "Swarmriders" engaging, as it combines intense action with a unique post-apocalyptic setting. The free-to-play model allows newcomers to test the game without commitment, making it accessible for those unsure about the grinding mechanics. Overall, the game appeals to fans of high-octane gameplay and cyberpunk aesthetics.
“Grinding in this game feels like an endless chore, with little reward for the time invested.”
“The repetitive nature of grinding makes the gameplay feel tedious and uninspired.”
“I found myself stuck in a loop of grinding for hours without any real progress or enjoyment.”
