Tastrion

About

Somewhere in the vast unknown, a rogue planet drifts endlessly into space, once belonging to an advanced civilization that has now been consumed by Tastrion, an artificial mutagen that is the most potent genotoxin ever made. The last hope of humanity has been deployed from Ginsaria 9, a space colony that has developed a gunship titled ''Desolazor'' wielding a powerful weapon to fight back and erad…

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

91%

Audience ScoreBased on 22 reviews

music6 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Great visuals and excellent music that enhance the gameplay experience.
Challenging yet fair gameplay that keeps players engaged and encourages repeated attempts.
A nostalgic throwback to 16-bit era shooters with modern mechanics and a variety of weapon options.

The game can become overly difficult, particularly in later stages, which may feel unfair to some players.
Lack of difficulty options may limit accessibility for newer players.
Some players may find the absence of a visible hitbox for the ship challenging during intense bullet-hell moments.

music
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received high praise, with many reviewers highlighting its stellar quality and ability to enhance the overall experience. The dark and gritty soundtrack complements the visuals and gameplay, keeping players engaged throughout, even in longer stages. Overall, the soundtrack is described as fantastic, matching the action and adding to the game's immersive atmosphere.
- “Great visuals, fantastic music to match the action, fun bosses. I've been playing the demo before the game was released and was not disappointed with the final product. I still need to play more when time allows it, but I couldn't let this gem get away.”
- “And the music is stellar!”
- “The game has a sort of dark and gritty soundtrack that reflects on the art style and gameplay.”
- “This is usually too long for my tastes, but surprisingly I was kept engaged by the later stages with its catchy music and variety of enemies.”
graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their great visuals and unique art style, reminiscent of classic titles like Super Metroid and R-Type. The visuals are complemented by a fantastic soundtrack that enhances the action and atmosphere, creating a nostalgic yet fresh experience. Overall, the combination of striking graphics and engaging music contributes significantly to the game's appeal.
- “Great visuals, excellent music, and action that constantly keeps you moving.”
- “Visuals remind of the joy around roaming through Super Metroid, R-Type, and Gradius.”
- “The game has a sort of dark and gritty soundtrack that reflects on the art style and gameplay.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is engaging and dynamic, featuring a red ship with three shot options and a bomb, blending classic and modern shmup mechanics within a dark, gritty aesthetic. The developer has meticulously refined the gameplay for balance, ensuring players remain challenged and entertained throughout the experience.
- “The developer has taken a great deal of time to refine the gameplay and balance throughout the experience.”
- “The gameplay involves a red ship that has three different shot options, with the fourth button being your bomb.”
- “You can expect a mix of old and new school shmup mechanics with an R-Type-like aesthetic.”
- “The game has a sort of dark and gritty soundtrack that reflects on the art style and gameplay.”