TeraBlaster
- July 10, 2015
- Black Shell Games
Get on SteamIn TeraBlaster, take charge of a rogue spaceship and engage in a relentless battle against endless waves of enemies, with classic top-down shooter mechanics and procedurally generated environments. With ruthless destruction of foes and enemies, the game offers an addictive and compelling experience while you listen to its gloriously retro soundtrack. Immerse yourself in the philosophical and quirky backstory, and try to survive as long as possible in this fast-paced action roguelike.
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Reviews
- Fast-paced and challenging gameplay that provides a fun, quick gaming experience.
- Great aesthetic and catchy soundtrack that enhances the overall enjoyment.
- Affordable price point makes it a worthwhile purchase for casual gaming sessions.
- Limited content with only one level and no permanent progression or unlocks.
- Repetitive gameplay that may lead to boredom after a short time.
- Technical issues such as screen shake and low field of view can detract from the experience.
- music28 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received high praise for its catchy and upbeat soundtrack, which complements the fast-paced gameplay and 8-bit aesthetic. While some users noted that the music can be repetitive, many found it engaging and fitting for the overall experience. Overall, the soundtrack is described as a blend of dance and electronic styles, enhancing the enjoyment of the game despite some criticisms regarding its variety.
“I could solely recommend this just for the music and sounds; it's so simple yet really intriguing.”
“The soundtrack to this game is a cross between dance and electronic that flows well with the 8-bit graphics of the game.”
“Catchy soundtrack, upbeat gameplay, really keeps you having to stay focused on what you're doing!”
“The song in the trailer is not the one in the game; the one in-game isn't bad, but it isn't dubstep and isn't as good.”
“While the soundtrack is decent, there's really only one thing to do. The 'random level' is honestly a bunch of boxes randomly distributed, the challenge comes from enemies bumrushing you from off-screen at faster speeds than reactable, and there are no roguelike elements to be had.”
“The music of this game is eargasmic (quite repetitive, but, whatever...), the gameplay is easy and really cool with a controller.”
- gameplay20 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 55 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Terablaster is characterized as a straightforward twin-stick shooter with simple mechanics and fast-paced action, making it accessible and enjoyable for casual play. While the game features a catchy soundtrack and varied enemy behaviors that encourage risk-taking for higher scores, its limited gameplay time and lack of variety may deter some players. Overall, it offers a fun experience, particularly for those who appreciate retro-style shooters, but may feel too brief for others.
“Catchy soundtrack, upbeat gameplay, really keeps you having to stay focused on what you're doing!”
“All of the enemies behave differently, they attack in very specific patterns and the scoring mechanics reward those who are willing to go out of their way to take risks to raise their score.”
“Awesome fast-paced retro gameplay that is simple and amazing!”
“Not a lot of gameplay time at all.”
“There’s nothing particularly bad about the core gameplay experience but the fact that the entire game can be seen in literally a few minutes; and that what there is to see offers so little variety in terms of gameplay; will likely put the majority of players off this title.”
“Terablaster’s core gameplay is fairly standard for a twin-stick shooter: you control a cyan-colored saucer which is confined to a 2D plane and shoot at red saucers that try to ram you from all directions.”
- graphics12 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are praised for their unique aesthetic, drawing comparisons to teletext visuals and 8-bit styles, reminiscent of classic twin-stick shooters like Geometry Wars. Reviewers appreciate the vibrant art style and how well it complements the energetic soundtrack, creating an engaging overall experience.
“I wish there were more games with the art style as well.”
“The visual style is highly reminiscent of teletext graphics.”
“The soundtrack to this game is a cross between dance and electronic that flows well with the 8-bit graphics of the game.”
“Pretty neat aesthetic.”
- story2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story hints at a conflict between hostile robots and a rogue ship, likely controlled by the player, suggesting an intriguing narrative backdrop that sets the stage for exploration and conflict.
“There are subtle hints that nod toward a plot thread depicting a clash between hostile robots and a 'rogue ship', which presumably belongs to the player.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Terablaster offers limited replayability compared to genre benchmarks like Geometry Wars and Super Stardust, making it more suitable for dedicated fans of twin-stick shooters who can access it at a low price.
“If you’re a huge fan of the genre and have to play every twin-stick shooter that comes out, then Terablaster might be worth a go provided you can get it very cheap. However, one should bear in mind that it’s not going to yield the same replayability as Geometry Wars, nor the same level of depth as something like Super Stardust.”
