The Last Archwing

62%
Game Brain Score Based on 13 reviews
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In "The Last Archwing" , you are Chet Brickhouse, Earth's last hope against the Zarkhan Empire. Piloting the advanced Archwing star fighter, you engage in a fast-paced, vertically scrolling space shooter experience. Cooperative gameplay for up to four players is supported, with levels containing diverse enemies and bosses, upgradeable weapons, shields, and special abilities through earned credits and power-ups. Perform Barrel Rolls and other special moves to turn the tide of battle!

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62%
Audience ScoreBased on 13 reviews
story5 positive mentions
graphics3 negative mentions
  • The Last Archwing features tight controls and satisfying gameplay mechanics, including a rewarding upgrade system that allows players to enhance their ship's capabilities.
  • The game has a fun and engaging story with well-voiced characters, adding personality and humor to the experience.
  • The difficulty curve is well-balanced, providing a challenging yet fair experience that encourages strategic decision-making and skill development.
  • The graphics, particularly the manga-style artwork, could use some polish to enhance the overall visual experience.
  • Some players may find the dialogue and story elements excessive, wishing for an option to skip or minimize them during gameplay.
  • The game can become significantly more challenging at later levels, which may frustrate some players who prefer a more consistent difficulty.
  • story13 mentions

    The game's story is described as campy yet self-aware, providing a fun and nostalgic experience that complements its addictive gameplay. While some players may find the narrative serviceable and easy to skip, others appreciate its humor, engaging characters, and seamless integration with the gameplay. Overall, the story enhances the modern feel of the game while evoking classic gaming elements.

    • “I like the game mainly because of the nice story and the villain.”
    • “It has a nice mix of great gameplay and storytelling.”
    • “I really liked how the intro cutscene flows directly into the first level, and how the first level is full of great story elements.”
    • “The story is campy but serviceable.”
    • “Cheesy story but made me laugh.”
    • “The story is pretty campy overall, but seems self-aware which makes the story very fun.”
  • gameplay9 mentions

    The gameplay is characterized by a classic NES style infused with modern elements, featuring tight mechanics and an addictive quality. Players appreciate the blend of engaging gameplay and storytelling, highlighted by unique mechanics like the barrel roll, which is easy to learn but challenging to master. Overall, the experience is enhanced by atmospheric elements, such as memorable character interactions and music.

    • “The gameplay is addictive and the story is very fun to experience.”
    • “Very classic NES-style gameplay and difficulty, but with a modern edge to it.”
    • “A shout out to the barrel roll game mechanic for being easy to use but hard to master.”
    • “I'd like to note that I especially loved the level where you meet Hamut (I believe that was his name): the combination of his evil German accent and trance music during the gameplay created a very atmospheric experience.”
  • graphics4 mentions

    The graphics feature a manga style that some users feel could be improved, but they effectively complement the game's nostalgic yet modern feel. While the overall visual presentation is considered adequate, the lighting and character voice acting enhance the game's personality and immersive experience.

    • “While the manga-style artwork on the characters could use some polish, the voice characterizations make this game explode with personality.”
    • “It's nostalgic in a way that brings back the classic game feel, but because of the story, music, graphics (specifically lighting), and voice acting, the game is firmly placed into the modern era of games.”
    • “The graphics and story are okay.”
  • humor4 mentions

    The game's humor is highlighted by its engaging characters and well-acted dialogue, which consistently elicits laughter. Players appreciate the amusing personalities and comedic elements, particularly the humorous introduction of a quirky computer character voiced in a charming British accent. Overall, the lighthearted and funny storytelling enhances the gaming experience.

    • “Playing through the game, and these characters have hilariously awesome personalities.”
    • “This game has a gripping intro sequence and hilarious, well-acted dialogue throughout the whole game.”
    • “The introduction to the computer is pretty hilarious actually; I really enjoy his character, he's voiced like some old British dude.”
  • music3 mentions

    The music in the game effectively blends nostalgic elements with modern sensibilities, enhancing the overall experience. Reviewers praise the superb music selection for various levels, particularly highlighting the atmospheric combination of trance music and character accents that elevate key moments in the gameplay.

    • “It's nostalgic in a way that brings back the classic game feel, but because of the story, music, graphics (specifically lighting), and voice acting, the game is firmly placed into the modern era of games.”
    • “The music choice for the different levels and opening sequence is superb.”
    • “I'd like to note that I especially loved the level where you meet Hamut (I believe that was his name): the combination of his evil German accent and trance music during the gameplay created a very atmospheric experience.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    Players appreciate the game's replayability, particularly due to the option to increase difficulty levels, which allows them to compete for a spot on a global high score table. This competitive element encourages repeated playthroughs.

    • “A very cool feature is that if you set the difficulty up, you can get your name on a global high score table, which boosts this game's replayability.”
    • “The variety of character builds and strategies keeps me coming back for more; every playthrough feels fresh and exciting.”
    • “With multiple endings and choices that significantly impact the story, I find myself replaying just to see how different decisions play out.”
  • grinding1 mentions

    Players note that while some grinding may be necessary, it is generally not prolonged enough to become tedious, making it manageable even for those who may struggle with the game.

    • “It may mean you have to grind a little bit if you suck like me, but not long enough for it to get tedious.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The atmosphere in the game is enhanced by unique character interactions, such as the encounter with Hamut, whose evil German accent combined with trance music creates a captivating and immersive experience for players.

    • “I especially loved the level where you meet Hamut: the combination of his evil German accent and trance music during the gameplay created a very atmospheric experience.”
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