The Spy Who Shot Me
- January 29, 2019
- bluestargeneral
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Reviews
- The game is a humorous homage to classic spy films and games like GoldenEye, filled with quirky charm and funny one-liners.
- Gameplay features simple yet effective shooting mechanics, with a variety of collectibles and side objectives that enhance replay value.
- The retro graphics and nostalgic art style evoke a sense of nostalgia for fans of 90s shooters, making it a fun experience overall.
- The aiming mechanics are frustrating due to mandatory aim smoothing, making it difficult to target enemies accurately.
- Technical issues such as motion sickness, poor controls, and bugs detract from the overall experience, leading to a lack of polish.
- The game is relatively short, with some players feeling it lacks depth and variety in gameplay, leading to a repetitive experience.
- humor87 mentions
- 97 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is a mix of cheeky, nostalgic references to 90s spy films and lighthearted, sometimes cheesy jokes that resonate well with fans of the genre. While some players find the humor charming and genuinely funny, others feel it falls flat or is overly simplistic, appealing mainly to a younger audience. Overall, the game is seen as a humorous homage to classic titles like GoldenEye, with a blend of silly moments and witty dialogue that can elicit laughter, despite some criticisms regarding its execution.
“The humor is genius and had me laughing out loud at times; the game is filled with jokes, references, puns, and charming cheesy lines.”
“The spy who shot me is a humorous homage to GoldenEye and the whole spy genre in general and hits all the right notes.”
“A charming blend of Austin Powers humor and GoldenEye.”
“It's not funny and not even in the 'so bad it's good' subcategory.”
“To me, this game is not funny.”
“Some might say that it has bad graphics and is not funny; I say to such people, 'bruh.'”
- gameplay86 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 71 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "The Spy Who Shot Me" is a nostalgic homage to classic first-person shooters like GoldenEye, featuring simple shooting mechanics and a variety of action-packed set pieces. While some players appreciate the humor and retro charm, many criticize the gameplay for being bland, linear, and occasionally frustrating due to poor controls and unengaging level design. Overall, the experience is described as hit or miss, with a mix of enjoyable moments and significant technical issues that detract from the fun.
“A tongue-in-cheek love letter to games like GoldenEye (and Bond films in general) with simple but effective shooting mechanics and an impressive array of action-packed set pieces.”
“The humor, the GoldenEye-era gameplay, it all mixes into a melting pot of awesome!”
“Exciting game and fun gameplay with good humor.”
“The worst and most frustrating part by far is the aim mechanic.”
“Gameplay is linear and simple; apart from a giant robot, most enemies are one-hit kills. The fun part is looking at the familiar setting, items, and characters.”
“The gameplay is very bland and generic.”
- story84 mentions
- 21 % positive mentions
- 74 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The game's story is a lighthearted spoof of classic spy tropes, featuring humorous dialogue and a simple plot that serves primarily as a backdrop for varied missions and collectibles. While some players found the narrative charming and funny, others criticized it for being shallow and poorly executed, with cutscenes often feeling like mere filler. Overall, the story is seen as a mix of enjoyable humor and frustrating gameplay mechanics, leading to a mixed reception among players.
“The story itself, while it may seem a bit short when you look at the mission list, is about right in length as you'll be restarting the later missions multiple times to complete it.”
“The story is fun, with great humor all the way through, that will make you smile and give you plenty of giggles.”
“Our story setup is one that allows for all the good tropes you’ve seen in countless spy flicks, and here we have the forces of MI-69 battling the villainy of S.C.U.M.”
“The script is awful and so is the story.”
“Level design, writing, and story among other things added together into a bad experience that was neither fun nor enjoyable to me.”
“The story, like with most old shooters and many of those emulating their style, is pretty bare bones.”
- graphics49 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game evoke a nostalgic charm reminiscent of early PS1 and N64 titles, with a distinct retro pixel art style that some players find appealing. However, opinions are divided; while many appreciate the quirky visuals and their contribution to the game's character, others criticize them as feeling amateurish and underdeveloped, leading to issues like eyestrain and a lack of polish. Overall, the graphics are seen as a love letter to classic shooters, though they may not meet modern standards.
“An awesome love letter to 007 on the 64, great retro pixel graphics, simple story, funny easter eggs, challenging bosses, and lots of humor for those know-it-all fans of the films to enjoy.”
“Graphically, you’re getting a blocky N64 or PS1 pointy polygonal aesthetic that captures the nostalgia of days gone by but also looks polished.”
“The graphics are charming and the gameplay (apart from the vehicle sections) is great!”
“However, the gameplay and visuals feel really amateur in production, and the whole game feels cheap.”
“Graphics: it's one thing that it's retro, but the UI elements look like garbage.”
“The price for this game is a whopping $15.50, yet it features unusable controls and terrible graphics.”
- music16 mentions
- 63 % positive mentions
- 19 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some praising its charm and memorability, while others find it repetitive and inadequate. Many players appreciate the soundtrack's quality and its integration with the game's humor and graphics, though some criticize it for being jarring or simplistic. Overall, the music is seen as a highlight by some, but a drawback by others, reflecting a divide in player experience.
“The gunplay is great and easy to get a hang of, the graphics are extremely charming, the music is goofy, there are plenty of cool moments where you just feel like a total badass throughout the entire game, I love it!”
“Amazing soundtrack.”
“Great polygon graphics and the soundtrack is also a spoof of the well-known movie character theme.”
“The music for the most part is just not very good.”
“Music appears jarring and inadequate even for the intended mediocre tone, and general sound design effects included lack significance within the experience.”
“- the game's soundtrack is by no means bad but it gets repetitive quite fast due to its simplicity; at least it's memorable.”
- replayability8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The game offers a mix of replayability through collectibles, side objectives, and varied mission structures, encouraging exploration and speedrunning. However, some players feel that the replay value diminishes quickly, with limited incentive for completionism or improving scores. Overall, while there are elements that promote replayability, opinions vary on its long-term appeal.
“Loads of collectibles and side objectives keep things fresh, with star ratings adding a degree of replay value to the campaign's varied mission structure.”
“With fairly easy to find primary objectives, but optional secondary objectives that really encourage exploration and replayability.”
“Gets old quick, no replay value.”
“Decent amount of collectibles to find and replayable levels whenever you wish, but I don't see much need for being a completionist or trying to get a better score/time.”
“The game offers replayability through either trying to find all the secrets and achieving a 100% completion rate or by trying to beat your previous times through speedrunning.”
- stability4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The game has been noted for its stability issues, with users reporting various bugs and glitches that detract from the overall experience. However, it runs smoothly on Linux, which is a positive aspect for that platform.
“It runs great on Linux!”
“The game maintains a steady frame rate, even during intense action scenes.”
“I've experienced minimal bugs, making for a smooth gaming experience.”
“That, and some bugs and glitches, and the one joke being, well, bond, is the only thing that drags this solid shooter down.”
“Also, the game is pretty buggy.”
“The game is quite buggy.”
- emotional3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by a blend of wholesome humor and nostalgic charm, evoking a sense of cozy familiarity reminiscent of 90s gaming, despite some frustrating mechanics. Players find themselves chuckling at the juvenile jokes while also experiencing a mix of frustration and nostalgia from the gameplay.
“The humor also works for what it is; while wholesomely juvenile, the jokes have a kind of disposable fever-dream coziness that made me chuckle more than once.”
- grinding3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players express frustration with grinding, noting it often involves repetitive tasks for minimal rewards, which can detract from the overall experience. Some specific missions, like boat controls, are highlighted as particularly tedious, adding to the grind.
“Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
“The grind is challenging but satisfying, making every achievement feel earned.”
“I just hate grinding the same bit over and over for just another level of the same.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“There are some boat missions that are really tedious to complete, mainly because of how the boat controls. There are not many of them (thankfully), but there were enough to hinder my experience.”
- character development1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is perceived as nostalgic, with retro-inspired designs and environments that enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the charm of the characters and settings, contributing to a sense of familiarity and enjoyment.
