Switch 'N' Shoot

98%
Game Brain Score Based on 80 reviews
  • gameplay
  • graphics
  • music
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"Switch 'N' Shoot" is a fast-paced arcade-style game where players control a ship that can swap places with other ships on the screen. The goal is to navigate through levels, avoid obstacles, and defeat enemies while switching places to avoid danger and strategically eliminate foes. With its pick-up-and-play mechanics and increasing difficulty, this game is a fun and challenging experience for action and shoot 'em up enthusiasts.

  • Mac OS
  • Nintendo Switch
  • PC
  • Phone
  • Play​station 4
  • Windows
  • Xbox One
  • Android
  • Linux
  • Mobile Platform
  • Play​Station
  • Tablet
  • Xbox
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Reviews

98%
Audience ScoreBased on 80 reviews
gameplay8 positive mentions
monetization2 negative mentions
  • The game features a unique one-button mechanic that is surprisingly addictive and easy to pick up, making it enjoyable for short gaming sessions.
  • The retro pixel art and sound design evoke nostalgia for classic arcade shooters, providing a fun and engaging experience.
  • Switch 'N' Shoot offers a challenging gameplay loop that encourages players to improve their skills and beat their high scores, making it highly replayable.
  • The game suffers from a lack of variety in enemies and levels, which can lead to repetitive gameplay after a short time.
  • Technical issues such as limited resolution options and a mobile app design that doesn't translate well to PC can detract from the overall experience.
  • Some players find the simplistic controls and gameplay too limiting, leading to frustration rather than enjoyment.
  • gameplay21 mentions

    The gameplay is characterized by its unique one-button control mechanic, which initially presents a challenge but ultimately leads to a fast-paced and addictive experience. Players appreciate the blend of simple visuals and complex mechanics, creating a fun and engaging bullet hell shooter that encourages repeated play. The game's polished design, energetic soundtrack, and charming personality enhance the overall arcade-style experience, making it enjoyable for fans of the genre.

    • “It's a fun bullet hell game with a cool mechanic - you only press one button that does two things: switch to move side to side and shoot to obliterate aliens!”
    • “The gameplay is hugely original and surprisingly fun.”
    • “I mean, complex scoring mechanics in arcade games are sometimes fine, but they can alter the gameplay in a way that's not entertaining when done wrong.”
    • “There's one particular quibble I have with the placement of the frequently appearing textbox during gameplay; I wish it were positioned in the empty space below the ship rather than in the thick of the action in the upper half of the play area.”
    • “It definitely feels very hard for your first few games, but then something kind of 'clicks' and you figure out how to work with the game's mechanics.”
  • graphics18 mentions

    The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some players criticizing the use of outdated pixel art and poor visual quality, describing it as a "hamfisted mess" that lacks authenticity. Conversely, others appreciate the retro aesthetic, noting that the simple visuals complement the gameplay and evoke a nostalgic arcade feel, with well-polished details and a charming art style. Overall, while some find the graphics lacking, others enjoy the minimalist approach and its alignment with the game's design philosophy.

    • “The simple visuals aid the hard gameplay and the pixel art is great.”
    • “Love the concept and the art style.”
    • “Controls are super tight, visuals look really good in a retro minimalist arcade way.”
    • “A choice was made to use obsolete, decades-old retro pixel art as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
    • “Visually, this is a ham-fisted mess, a dog's breakfast of bad visuals, and this kind of laziness and poor quality should never be foisted on gamers.”
    • “With garbage 2D graphics (the developer couldn't afford a discrete GPU? Or is it just too hard?), and a mobile app aspect ratio (or does the developer think the monitor for his PC is meant to go on its side?), the idea that this was designed purely with PC in mind is complete garbage.”
  • music6 mentions

    The music in the game is widely praised for its excellent, retro-inspired soundtrack that evokes nostalgia for classic arcade titles like Galaga and Gradius. Reviewers appreciate its ability to enhance the gaming experience, describing it as addictive and fitting perfectly with the game's overall design.

    • “Its classic arcade design is super pleasing for all the Galaga and Space Invaders nostalgics among us, and the game's music is nothing short of excellent.”
    • “The music is nice and retro, befitting the style of the overall game.”
    • “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
    • “The soundtrack alone makes me feel like I'm playing Gradius again.”
  • monetization2 mentions

    The monetization of "Switch 'n' Shoot" has been criticized as a cash grab, with users noting its origins as a mobile app that lacks the quality expected from a PC game. The pricing is deemed excessive for a smartphone app, especially considering the presence of intrusive ads, which detracts from the overall experience.

    • “Switch 'n' Shoot is a mobile app that's been dumped on Steam as if it were a real PC game. It's a cash grab from greedy mobile developers. This mobile app is seriously problematic in terms of a trend of unacceptable regression from 'indie' amateur developers who have proven unable to secure employment as professional developers.”
    • “This game is both available on Steam and smartphone devices, but the latter might be a little expensive for a smartphone app of this caliber, even though it is the same price as on Steam, unless you're fine with having ads popping up.”
  • story2 mentions

    The story aspect of the game is perceived as lacking appeal, with players showing little interest in the mobile app. It conveys a moral about perseverance and the unpredictability of life, suggesting that success can come from overcoming challenges.

    • “Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
    • “Hardly a success story; gamers just weren't all that interested in the mobile app.”
    • “The story lacks depth and fails to engage the player emotionally.”
    • “The plot twists are predictable and offer no real surprises.”
  • replayability2 mentions

    Switch 'n' Shoot is praised for its high replayability, offering a simple premise that belies its depth and complexity, making it addictive and engaging for players seeking to improve their skills.

    • “Switch 'n' Shoot joins games like Geometry Wars and Downwell by having an upfront simple premise, but a high ceiling of skill, replayability, and complexity.”
    • “It's very addictive and replayable.”
  • humor1 mentions

    The game features a fun arcade style complemented by humorous dialogue, enhancing the overall entertainment experience.

    • “A fun arcade game filled with hilarious dialogue.”
    • “The humor in this game is top-notch and keeps you laughing.”
    • “I love how the witty banter adds to the overall enjoyment of the gameplay.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    Reviewers appreciate the customizable color palettes, noting that they enhance the game's atmosphere and allow for a personalized experience during gameplay.

    • “I love the unlockable palettes and customizing the colors to change the atmosphere of play.”
  • stability1 mentions

    While the game offers a wide range of localization options, some users have reported stability issues, particularly with buggy behavior when switching between languages, leading to menus that fail to display text properly.

    • “Localization options are impressively wide, although I've encountered some buggy issues when switching between the available languages, causing the preceding menu to refuse to populate with text.”
    • “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to enjoy the experience without constant interruptions.”
    • “I've experienced several instances of lag and freezing, which severely detracts from the overall gameplay.”
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