Tesla Force
- November 19, 2020
- 10tons Ltd
- 7h median play time
If you’re a fan of twin-stick shooters, you might want to add Tesla Force to your game library.
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Reviews
- Fun twin-stick shooter with engaging gameplay and a variety of weapons and perks.
- Great for quick gaming sessions, making it ideal for casual play.
- Improved visuals and character variety compared to its predecessor, Tesla vs Lovecraft.
- Game feels repetitive and lacks substantial content, leading to a short overall experience.
- Progression can be slow and grindy, with some players feeling the game is too easy.
- Many features and promised content seem abandoned or incomplete, leading to disappointment.
- story59 mentions
- 7 % positive mentions
- 88 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The game's story, featuring historical figures like Nikola Tesla and Mary Shelley, is seen as a missed opportunity, with players noting its limited depth and execution. While the premise is intriguing, the narrative feels underdeveloped and often overshadowed by repetitive gameplay and mission types. Overall, the story is not a primary focus, leading to a lack of engagement despite some entertaining elements.
“A real gem: superb optics and gameplay, thrilling soundtracks, and a vicious story.”
“Let me just continue with that bonkers story for a second.”
“Tesla stoically accepts that, picks up a shotgun and one of his inventions, and proceeds mowing down cosmic monstrosities and closing down portals in a tutorial mission that ends with him flying off in a mech.”
“Only real negatives I had about this game were how limited the story elements are, and unlocking new player characters requires a very precise style run to be completed. I would have preferred if new playable character unlocks occurred upon defeating the first and second chapters.”
“Of course it's not a story-driven game, but they went for the story and implemented it this badly.”
“The story and random encounters are rather uninteresting.”
- gameplay40 mentions
- 35 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Tesla Force" is characterized by its dual-stick shooter mechanics and the introduction of the "doomsday clock," which adds a layer of challenge as enemies gain perks over time. However, many players find the gameplay repetitive and simplistic, lacking the depth and variety seen in other roguelite titles, leading to a less engaging experience overall. While some appreciate the fun and straightforward mechanics, the game is often compared unfavorably to its predecessor, "Tesla vs Lovecraft," due to its limited content and monster variety.
“If you're into roguelite games with good gameplay, Tesla Force is a fine pick on sale.”
“A real gem: superb visuals and gameplay, thrilling soundtracks, and a vicious story.”
“10tons knows dual stick shooters, so the gameplay in this is excellent as expected.”
“The gameplay is incredibly boring and simplistic.”
“Monster variety and mechanics is lacking.”
“The binding of Isaac, Risk of Rain 2, Hades, Enter the Gungeon, Dead Cells, and Monolith have the content, perks, concepts, and mechanics that this game is lacking, which make them better with replayability and keeping runs fresh.”
- grinding19 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game is described as both tedious and addictive, with players noting that the roguelike progression system significantly increases the grind. While there are various mission types and randomly-generated elements, the repetitive nature of grinding can lead to a sense of monotony. Overall, the game offers a substantial amount of content that requires considerable grinding, which some players find rewarding despite its repetitiveness.
“Unlocking the third one is far too tedious.”
“The roguelike nature makes progression more grindy.”
“Yes, there are more mission types and randomly-generated levels and bosses, but because the game requires some grinding, you end up playing them so often you start seeing the same elements re-appearing.”
- replayability14 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The game's replayability is a mixed bag; while it offers some fun upgrades and perks, many players find it becomes repetitive quickly and lacks the depth seen in other titles like "Hades" and "Dead Cells." Although it markets itself as having "endless replayability," the experience can feel limited due to overpowered weapons and a lack of varied content. Overall, it provides a decent amount of replayability, but not enough to stand out at its price point.
“And actually endlessly replayable.”
“Now that it’s out of early access, it’s polished, gleefully fun, has a good amount of replayability and a solid amount of upgrades and things to purchase.”
“Advertises 'endless replayability,' but it gets quite samey very quick.”
“In its current state, I can't call it endlessly replayable - the monsters tap out pretty soon.”
“Advertises 'endless replayability,' but it gets quite samey very quickly.”
“At this price point, there are other games that offer a more substantial amount of replayability.”
- graphics8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The graphics received mixed reviews, with some praising the improved visuals and sound effects compared to previous versions, while others criticized them as dull and reminiscent of early PS3 titles. Overall, the visuals seem to lack innovation, with some players finding the shooting mechanics awkward and the perks ineffective.
“Nice graphics and sound effects.”
“The graphics are vibrant and immersive, enhancing the overall gaming experience.”
“The graphics are dull and remind me of early PS3 days; the shooting feels awkward and the perks don't seem to have any effect.”
“But, the same graphics, music, sound effects, and gameplay.”
“Improved visuals over TVL.”
- music8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 13 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highlighted as a standout feature, with thrilling soundtracks that enhance the gameplay experience. While some users note a lack of variety in the overall audio elements, the funky soundtrack adds a fun and engaging atmosphere, making it enjoyable for players looking to immerse themselves in the action.
“A real gem: superb visuals and gameplay, thrilling soundtracks, and a vicious story.”
“It's a fun game for when you're in the mood to turn on some music and just blast wave after wave of murderous, slobbering Cthulhu spawn.”
“[*] Funky soundtrack.”
“The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“While the gameplay is enjoyable, the music doesn't add much to the overall experience.”
“The soundtrack is forgettable and doesn't enhance the atmosphere of the game.”
- stability4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
While the game performs well on the Steam Deck, many users report significant bugs and an overall sense of being unfinished, impacting its stability.
“Runs great on Steam Deck.”
“But, man, it's so buggy and plainly unfinished.”
- humor4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is largely criticized for being unfunny and repetitive, with players finding the progression system and certain perks to be more frustrating than amusing. Overall, the comedic elements fail to enhance the gameplay experience.
“The humor is very repetitive, and the progression system, including the doom clock, is questionable and rather unfunny.”
“Some of the perks are so much better that it's not funny.”
“The humor feels forced and fails to land, making the experience less enjoyable.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its intense and immersive quality, blending elements of Tesla and Lovecraft with a diverse array of features and toys that enhance the experience. Reviewers appreciate the depth and variety that contribute to this captivating ambiance.
“Love it - this is more Tesla vs. Lovecraft, with more toys, more variety, the same intense atmosphere.”
Critic Reviews
Tesla Force Review
If you’re a fan of twin-stick shooters, you might want to add Tesla Force to your game library.
80%Tesla Force Review - Grind Your Way To Victory With Both Sticks
Twin stick mayhem which pits your kick-ass scientists against hordes of beasts in a dreary procedurally generated underworld. Long stints reveal the repetitive nature of the maps and challenges, but grab a copy if you're up for some shallow bullet spraying for up to four buddies.
65%Tesla Force Review
10tons has taken their titles to another level with Tesla vs Lovecraft by replicating the twin-stick shooter of their previous Tesla outing, and incorporating the roguelike elements has made this the ultimate Tesla & Lovecraftian crossover thus far. Plus, the addition of two characters, Mary Shelley and Marie Curie both bring their unique flavours with regards to playstyle, Tesla vs Lovecraft promises a lot of hours spent grinding out runs. The 'Doomsday Clock' keeps the AI a tricky beast to tame, as they slowly begin to climb in difficulty throughout the run, culminating in the end boss fight that differs in difficulty based on how quickly or slowly it took to get there. The visual display that is on show when the enemies become quite sporadic and overwhelming, only to then get destroyed by Tesla in a mech suit is one of the more exciting and riveting experiences that makes this adventure worth going back to.
70%
