System Invaders
- March 27, 2020
- Prisma Games L.L.C.
Get on Steam"System Invaders is a shoot 'em up game with nostalgic gameplay and retro graphics, where you must destroy waves of viruses infecting your computer. Play with up to 4 friends in local or online co-op, and earn achievements on Steam. With 5 chapters and over 125 waves of enemies, including bosses and power-ups, test your skills in hardcore mode and enjoy a unique soundtrack."
Reviews
- Engaging and addictive gameplay with a nostalgic feel and great soundtrack.
- Challenging difficulty that ramps up nicely across the chapters, providing a rewarding experience.
- Offers a variety of weapons and upgrades, enhancing replayability and keeping gameplay fresh.
- Some players find the gameplay repetitive and lacking in depth after a few hours.
- The absence of scoring mechanics and leaderboards diminishes the replay value and competitive aspect.
- Certain weapons can become overpowered or ineffective, leading to frustration in specific levels.
- gameplay7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
Gameplay reviews are mixed, with some players finding it boring and uninspired, while others praise its engaging and addictive nature, enhanced by a great soundtrack. The decision to focus on time-based mechanics rather than scoring systems has sparked suggestions for additional modes to improve replayability. Overall, the game offers a nostalgic experience with increasing difficulty that appeals to fans of retro-style gameplay.
“Super fun game with engaging gameplay and a great soundtrack!”
“The gameplay, while simple, is really addictive.”
“Each level gets more difficult than the last and overall has a nice mix of fun gameplay that doesn't get boring quickly.”
“Boring and uninspired gameplay.”
“Instead of adding scoring mechanics, the developers chose to go with time and allowing you to replay levels with your current weapon upgrades.”
“If scores and scoring mechanics had been used, there could have been a mode with checkpoints, an arcade mode without checkpoints, a survival mode without checkpoints and without life drops, and/or a boss mode. I think this would have helped a lot with replayability.”
- music3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its engaging and nostalgic qualities, with many users highlighting the amazing original soundtrack that enhances the overall gameplay experience.
“Super fun game with engaging gameplay and a great soundtrack!”
“I really like the nostalgic feeling and the music.”
“Also, the OST is absolutely amazing.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's graphics feature a nostalgic retro art style reminiscent of classic space invaders, enhanced by simple visuals and engaging particle effects. Players appreciate the throwback aesthetic, which effectively appeals to fans of vintage gaming while incorporating dynamic elements like bosses and numerous bullets.
“The art style really throws me back in time; I love it.”
“With nostalgia in mind, the game definitely speaks to an audience looking for retro-style graphics and gameplay.”
“Space Invaders theme, simple graphics with particle effects, bosses, and lots of bullets.”
“The graphics are outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
“The art style feels too simplistic and doesn't do justice to the game's potential.”
“The visuals are underwhelming, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users find the game enjoyable and addictive, but they report issues with remote play functionality, describing it as hard and buggy. While the game itself is stable in single-player mode, the desire for a more reliable multiplayer experience indicates some stability concerns in that area.
“The game is really fun and addictive, but the remote play feature is hard and buggy, making it difficult to enjoy multiplayer with friends.”
“I had a really hard time on the first chapter and the first boss, which made the experience frustrating at times.”
“While the game has potential, the stability issues really detract from the overall enjoyment.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Reviewers suggest that the addition of various game modes, such as arcade, survival, and boss modes, along with score mechanics and checkpoints, could significantly enhance the game's replayability. The current lack of these features limits the incentive for players to revisit the game.
“The variety of game modes available really enhances replayability, allowing players to experience the game in different ways each time.”
“With multiple paths and choices, every playthrough feels unique, making me want to dive back in for another round.”
“The dynamic events and random encounters keep the gameplay fresh, ensuring that no two sessions are ever the same.”
“If scores and score mechanics had been implemented, there could have been modes with checkpoints, an arcade mode without checkpoints, a survival mode without checkpoints and without life drops, and a boss mode, etc. I think this would have greatly improved replayability.”
“The lack of diverse game modes really limits replayability; once you've completed the main story, there's not much incentive to return.”
“After finishing the game, I found there was little reason to play again. The absence of new challenges or different outcomes makes replaying feel pointless.”
- story1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's story is noted for its depth and engagement, surpassing that of the original.
“This game has a story, it has depth, and it plays out to be more engaging than the original.”
