Tachyon Project
- July 14, 2015
- Eclipse Games
It’s not Geometry Wars on Switch, but it’s not far off.
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Reviews
- The game is easy to pick up and play, making it accessible for casual gamers.
- It features good music and enjoyable gameplay, providing a fun experience.
- There are unique challenges and a variety of enemies, which adds to the overall enjoyment.
- The game suffers from performance issues, including slowdown on high-end PCs.
- It can feel repetitive and lacks depth, leading to a quick loss of interest.
- The story and presentation are underwhelming, making it hard to recommend over better alternatives.
- story8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is met with mixed reviews, highlighting a moral about perseverance but critiquing the overall execution as uninspired and poorly presented. While the addition of a level-based story mode and customization options is appreciated, many players find the narrative lacking depth and engaging elements, leading to a less compelling experience. Overall, the story struggles to elevate the gameplay, leaving players wanting more from the narrative.
“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.”
“The addition of a level-based story mode and customizable loadouts is worth applauding, but when the main game doesn’t feel inspired, it’s hard to muster the excitement for it.”
“That said, the missions are structured well; there's a lot to customize in Ada, and it is engaging enough to warrant a playthrough.”
“The addition of a level-based story mode and customizable loadouts is worth applauding, but when the main game doesn’t feel inspired it’s hard to muster the excitement for it.”
“The story is presented far bigger than it actually is; the marketing tries more to sell the idea of an old shoot 'em up than a new game, and Ada's movements are stiff for the wrong reasons.”
“Tachyon Project brings up a decent challenge with its classic action-packed arcade set-up, but its story-driven concept and overall package leaves more to be desired.”
- music6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, described as enjoyable and relaxing, making it easy to engage with the gameplay. However, some users noted that it can become repetitive or grating over time, detracting from the overall experience.
“A fun game, not too challenging, good music, and easy to pick up and play.”
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
“The music grates after a while, making the experience less enjoyable.”
“The presentation of the music is flawed, which detracts from the overall experience.”
“The music is boring and fails to engage the player.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
Tachyon Project offers engaging arcade-like gameplay with solid mechanics and smart design, making it a worthwhile investment for players. However, some users find the experience disjointed, which may detract from its overall appeal.
“From solid mechanics and smart gameplay to online leaderboards and neat touches like stat tracking, it immediately sets its stall as a game worth investing in.”
“From solid mechanics and smart gameplay to online leaderboards and neat touches like stat tracking, it immediately sets its stall as a game worth investing in.”
“Tachyon Project is not bad and is a fine fit for anyone looking to kill an hour or two with arcade-like gameplay.”
“Tachyon Project is not bad and is a fine fit for anyone looking to kill an hour or two with arcade-like gameplay, but it comes off as disjointed.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their quality, complemented by impressive sound design, contributing to an overall fantastic gameplay experience. Additionally, the strong variety of enemies enhances the visual appeal and engagement.
- emotional1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is criticized for its boring story and flaws in presentation, which detract from the overall experience. Additionally, the music becomes grating over time, further diminishing the emotional impact.
“The story is boring and lacks emotional depth, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
“There are significant flaws in the presentation that detract from the emotional experience.”
“The music becomes grating after a while, which undermines the emotional impact of the game.”
Critic Reviews
Tachyon Project (Wii U) Review
This is likely the closest we get to Geometry Wars, and that is saying something.
70%Tachyon Project PS4 Review
Tachyon Project does enough to get noticed in the sea of modern twin-stick shooters thanks to its inventive setup, but there’s still something missing that means it never hits the heights of the very best in the genre. For what it is, and what it costs, you’ll get more than enough out of it.
70%Tachyon Project Review
While fun on its own merits, it’s hard not to compare Tachyon Project with its obvious inspiration. The addition of a level-based story mode and customizable loadouts is worth applauding, but when the main game doesn’t feel inspired it’s hard to muster the excitement for it. It has its moments, but it’s not memorable enough to withstand the test of time.
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