Terminal squad: Sentinel

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Terminal squad: Sentinel is a single player action game. It was developed by Droid Riot and was released on December 19, 2019. It received neutral reviews from players.

The age of an active space conquest by Humanity. You are a simple scout who had been sent out to explore a new planet. You must collect information about it and transfer it to the Center. But is it all that simple or is there anything you still don't know?

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59%

Audience ScoreBased on 17 reviews

atmosphere3 positive mentions

grinding4 negative mentions

The game features a unique concept of piloting mechs in a hostile environment while engaging in match-three gameplay, which adds an interesting twist to the genre.
The graphics and atmosphere are well-designed, with high-quality details and pleasant music that enhance the overall experience.
There is a level of strategic depth in character configuration and resource management that can make gameplay engaging for players who enjoy tactical elements.

The game suffers from a lack of clarity regarding its goals and objectives, leading to confusion and a sense of aimlessness during play.
Frequent bugs, including crashes and board freezes, can disrupt gameplay and lead to frustration, especially with the savepoint system that requires significant time investment.
The gameplay can become repetitive and grindy, with limited options for combat and resource acquisition, which may deter players looking for a more dynamic experience.

gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The gameplay is praised for its innovative blend of mech piloting and match-three mechanics, offering a deep strategic experience enhanced by a captivating atmosphere and high-quality visuals. While some retro elements may feel outdated, they do not significantly detract from the overall enjoyment. The pleasant battle music further enriches the gaming experience.
- “Good atmosphere in the game, high-quality drawing of details, excellent gameplay, pleasant music during the battle.”
- “The strategy is a lot deeper than most games I have played with this mechanic.”
- “It's a retro pixel tile matcher with some lame add-on parts that don't seriously impact the gameplay.”
- “A great concept of piloting a mech and fighting an alien horde through match-three gameplay.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game to be quite grindy, requiring significant time investment to progress through levels and acquire new skills and items. While there are some interesting concepts, the repetitive nature of grinding for upgrades and limited combat options leads to a decline in enjoyment over time.
- “This makes the game somewhat grindy as you have to set aside enough time to play at least 10 levels or lose that particular progress.”
- “Some neat ideas, but when you get down to it, it's just bejeweled with a lot of grinding and repetition added to it.”
- “The skills are just buffs, which you're expected to keep farming levels to buy. You're stuck with the first 4 items unless you want to grind to get anything else and get it up to scratch, and you have very little options in combat.”
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics have been criticized for being overwhelming and distracting, with combat visuals taking up too much screen space, leaving players unable to fully appreciate the game's design.
- “Spent my time dazed and confused, spending money on who knows what, and making matches on a small board, when half the screen was filled with a combat graphic you don't have time to look at.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game's atmosphere is praised for its high-quality visuals and attention to detail, complemented by enjoyable gameplay and pleasant music during battles, creating an immersive experience for players.
- “The game has a captivating atmosphere, with high-quality detail in the graphics and excellent gameplay complemented by pleasant music during battles.”
- “The immersive atmosphere draws you in, making every moment feel alive and engaging.”
- “The combination of stunning visuals and an evocative soundtrack creates a truly enchanting atmosphere.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The music in the game is praised for enhancing the atmosphere, with players noting its pleasant quality during battles, contributing positively to the overall gameplay experience.
- “The game creates a good atmosphere with high-quality visuals, excellent gameplay, and pleasant music during battles.”
- “The music enhances the overall experience, making each moment feel more immersive and engaging.”
- “The soundtrack is beautifully composed, perfectly complementing the game's themes and enhancing the emotional impact.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story does not meet expectations, as players anticipated a narrative similar to "Puzzle Quest" featuring mechs, but found it lacking in that regard.
- “I was hoping for a puzzle quest with mechs, but this is not that.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game generally performs well, but users report occasional freezing when running out of moves, which can be resolved with a simple restart.
- “The game frequently crashes, making it frustrating to progress.”
- “I experience constant lag and occasional freezes, which disrupts the gameplay.”
- “The stability issues are a major drawback; I often have to restart the game to continue.”