- July 14, 2015
- Eclipse Games
- 1h median play time
Tachyon Project
It’s not Geometry Wars on Switch, but it’s not far off.
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Tachyon Project is a dual stick shooter heavily inspired by classic shoot'em ups. There are many unique enemy types, a large variety of weapons and power-ups as well as innovative gameplay to ensure a long lasting challenge and discovery at every new level.
- Fun and engaging gameplay with a variety of enemies and upgrades, reminiscent of classic twin-stick shooters like Geometry Wars.
- Relaxing soundtrack and vibrant graphics enhance the overall experience, making it enjoyable for short gaming sessions.
- Offers both a story mode and challenge mode, providing different ways to play and unlock new content.
- Enemies often spawn too close to the player without warning, leading to frustrating and unfair deaths.
- The game can feel repetitive and lacks depth, with some mechanics and story elements not fully realized.
- Performance issues such as slowdowns and lack of VSync options detract from the overall experience.
story18 mentions Positive Neutral NegativeThe game's story is a mixed bag, featuring a basic narrative that evolves into a more intense challenge as players progress through waves of enemies. While some find the single-player campaign engaging and appreciate the unlockable content, others criticize the story for being cringeworthy and skippable, with flaws in presentation and a lack of inspiration. Overall, it offers a structured experience but may not satisfy those seeking a compelling 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 game provides an interesting story mode where you go unlocking new weapons, secondary weapons, and perks as you progress and uncover the story behind Ada's creation.”
“There are numerous different enemies that get introduced as you make your way through the story, each with markedly different characteristics.”
“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.”
“There's a story, but honestly it's entirely skippable (both figuratively and literally).”
“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.”
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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