Technocide

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Technocide is a single player and multiplayer action game. It was developed by Dextrous Games and was released on February 26, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

THIS IS A SHOOT 'EM UP, NOT A DODGE 'EM UP This game is about shooting swarms of enemies before they can reach your mothership. This is not a bullet hell where you need to dodge hails of bullets and patterns. Don't get complacent though, enemies will return fire. A well placed shot could ruin your timing and let that pesky missile drone through. ROGUELIKEY RUNS Damage to the mothership is…

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Audience ScoreBased on 17 reviews

story3 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Smooth controls and a fun old school art style combined with a funky soundtrack create an enjoyable experience.
The game offers a unique take on the vertical shooter genre with engaging mechanics and a sense of progression.
It's a great pick-up-and-play game, perfect for quick sessions, and highly recommended for fans of shoot 'em ups.

The weapon balance is problematic, with the starting gun often being the most effective, making later upgrades feel underwhelming.
The game can be frustrating due to its difficulty and the need to restart from the beginning upon losing all health.
The story feels unnecessary and slows down the gameplay, detracting from the overall arcade experience.

story
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is described as interesting and relevant, providing a sense of progression, but it can slow down the gameplay and feels somewhat unnecessary for an arcade co-op experience. Players appreciate the engaging simplicity of the narrative, though the mission selection system can hinder progression. Overall, while the story adds depth, it may detract from the fast-paced nature of the game.
- “Interesting story at least, particularly relevant today.”
- “There is a sense of progression and I felt the storyline was simple enough but engaging.”
- “You can choose any mission that is presented to you, but any that you do not accept will be lost.”
- “A flawless arcade co-op for quick sessions, although the story slows the tempo and feels unnecessary in this kind of game.”
- “I haven't been able to progress through the story because of this.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay features a rogue-lite mechanic with chain scoring and shmup elements, making it accessible for beginners while offering depth. Players must protect their base ship from incoming enemies, with interesting twists that shift the focus from survival to strategic overkills for points. Randomized missions and shop items enhance replayability, contributing to a core loop of escalating difficulty.
- “Stages use a rogue-lite mechanic.”
- “Chain scoring and other shmup mechanics add depth and are presented in a beginner-friendly way.”
- “The gameplay goes as follows: the scene starts and you pretty much have to prevent the enemies that are appearing from the top of the screen from reaching the bottom of the screen.”
- “The trailer tells most of the gameplay.”
- “Slight roguelike features such as random planet/mission choice and random purchasable shop items make each playthrough feel fresh, as does its core gameplay loop of ever-increasing difficulty.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are praised for their nostalgic art style reminiscent of early 2000s indie games, complemented by smooth controls and a vibrant variety of weapons and enemies. The overall aesthetic, combined with a funky soundtrack, enhances the fun experience while maintaining a low price point.
- “Such a fun top-down shoot 'em up! The controls are smooth, and the variety of weapons, enemies, and everything else is well worth the low price, with an old-school art style and funky soundtrack.”
- “They really nailed the nostalgic art style of early 2000s homegrown games.”
- “The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
- “Character models are poorly designed and lack detail, making them look lifeless.”
- “The environments are bland and repetitive, failing to create an immersive experience.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's music features a funky soundtrack that complements its old-school art style, enhancing the overall experience. However, some users noted that a few tracks, particularly in the early levels, are weaker compared to the rest. Overall, the music adds to the fun and engaging atmosphere of the top-down shooter.
- “Such a fun top-down shoot 'em up! The controls are smooth, the variety of weapons and enemies is impressive, and everything else is well worth the low price, especially with the old-school art style and funky soundtrack.”
- “The OST has a few weaker tracks that are used during the first few levels.”
- “The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “Some tracks are forgettable and don't match the game's atmosphere.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express frustration with the grinding aspect, noting that after reaching a certain point, the game resets, forcing them to repeat the same grind to progress again.
- “Then the whole thing resets and you are stuck there grinding up again until you reach the same point again.”
- “The repetitive nature of grinding makes the game feel more like a chore than an enjoyable experience.”
- “I spent hours grinding for resources, only to realize it was all for nothing when the game reset.”