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Time Recoil

Time Recoil isn't going to redefine the cyberpunk genre, win awards for its writing or make players philosophize on the ethics of time travel. It’s a satisfying blitz that wants to chill you out and challenge you, and that's enough.
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72%Game Brain Score
story, gameplay
replayability, grinding
75% User Score Based on 83 reviews
Critic Score 68%Based on 12 reviews

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Time Recoil is a single player role playing shooter game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by 10tons Ltd and was released on August 10, 2017. It received mostly positive reviews from both critics and players.

Time Recoil is a top-down shooter game where players can slow down time and execute stylish ultra-kills to bend the rules of time. As a time-traveling agent, defeat the evil organization Tempus to save the world by manipulating time and unleashing powerful attacks. With a unique mechanic that ties slowing time to your kill combos, players must strategize and master the art of bullet time to succeed in their mission.

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Audience ScoreBased on 83 reviews
story11 positive mentions
replayability3 negative mentions
  • The game features a fun and engaging slow-motion mechanic that allows players to chain kills and unlock special abilities, creating a satisfying gameplay experience.
  • The soundtrack is highly praised, adding to the overall enjoyment and atmosphere of the game.
  • Levels are designed to be short and challenging, providing a quick and dynamic gameplay experience that encourages replayability through time trials and different difficulty modes.
  • The game suffers from repetitive gameplay and a lack of variety in level design, leading to a feeling of monotony as players progress.
  • The story is considered weak and poorly executed, with many players finding it uninteresting and a hindrance to the gameplay flow.
  • Players often experience frustration due to limited ammo, off-screen enemy attacks, and a rapidly fading combo meter, which can detract from the overall enjoyment.
  • story
    72 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story in the game is a mixed bag, with some players finding it interesting despite its simplicity and lack of depth, while others criticize it as bland, poorly written, and overly corny. The narrative, which involves time travel and a villain named "Mr. Time," is often described as confusing and meandering, detracting from the gameplay experience. Overall, while some appreciate the unique elements and the soundtrack, many agree that the story feels like an afterthought that interrupts the flow of the game.

    • “The story is interesting, even if hard to follow because of the time travel, paradoxes, multiple timelines, flashbacks, etc. The music is fitting, and the graphics are passable (the orange suit evokes some cheesy spy movie connotations).”
    • “Interesting time-travel story delivered via short conversations in between missions - and in some cases, via dream-like 'missions'.”
    • “Having a more fleshed out story - as well as quick missions, the time manipulation mechanic and twin stick arcade thrills - sets this game up to be a more layered take on the now familiar genre.”
    • “The story feels more like the early draft of a story rather than a full story.”
    • “The story is weird and confusing.”
    • “The story is forgettable and bogs down the fast flow of the game, and the game could use some more serious polishing as it still feels unfinished in certain parts.”
  • gameplay
    49 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by a mix of solid mechanics and innovative time manipulation features, providing a fast-paced and engaging experience. While some players appreciate the challenge and variety in levels, others criticize the repetitiveness and lack of depth in mission design. Overall, the game offers enjoyable mechanics that can be both fun and frustrating, depending on execution and player skill.

    • “The gameplay, though still in early stages, is solid, and the concept of time manipulation in combat is interwoven very well.”
    • “This is a fun game with fast and fluid gameplay.”
    • “Gameplay-wise, it's your average twin-stick shooter with some pretty neat elements, racking up kills slows down time and gives you epic abilities like dashing through walls and crushing enemies, blowing things up with a time blast or even stopping time entirely.”
    • “Core gameplay is broken garbage with a lot of very questionable design decisions.”
    • “There’s not a huge amount of variety when it comes to the missions, and you’ve seen all of the mechanics by the time you’re about an hour in.”
    • “The game's one-hit one-kill playstyle is unforgiving for gamepad users, and the mechanic of comboing kills to keep your slo-mo meter filled is frankly unsatisfying.”
  • music
    22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received widespread praise for its quality and ability to enhance the overall experience, with many reviewers highlighting its catchy 80s synthwave style that complements the gameplay well. The soundtrack is described as both gorgeous and hype, effectively maintaining intensity and excitement throughout the game. Overall, it is considered a standout feature, with some players recommending the game primarily for its impressive music.

    • “Pretty fun little top down shooter, lasts exactly the right amount of time and the soundtrack is gorgeous.”
    • “Recommended for the soundtrack alone!”
    • “The story is interesting, even if hard to follow because of the time travel, paradoxes, multiple timelines, flashbacks, etc. Music is fitting, graphics are passable (the orange suit evokes some cheesy spy movie connotations).”
    • “Just like Neon Chrome, the graphics are slick and the music captures the tension of the story very well.”
    • “Time Recoil's time travel gimmick is handled with much effort, as it is creative and does a lot to keep the action exciting and hectic, which is further enhanced by the catchy 80s-inspired music.”
  • graphics
    15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players noting that while they are decent and have a unique aesthetic reminiscent of comic books and retro styles, they are not particularly impressive compared to other titles in the genre. Many agree that the visuals are serviceable and contribute to the overall experience, but they fall short of being standout features, often described as passable or slightly unspectacular. Overall, while the graphics are generally acceptable, they do not elevate the game significantly and are overshadowed by other gameplay elements.

    • “Of the 10tons shooters I've played, this has the coolest aesthetic and graphics style—sorta comic book, sorta 70s prog rock poster.”
    • “Graphically, the game looks good and it runs really well.”
    • “Just like Neon Chrome, the graphics are slick and the music captures the tension of the story very well.”
    • “Unfortunately, the graphics, while okay, are not amazing, and the gameplay itself is a little lacking overall compared to other similar games.”
    • “The graphics aren’t anything to write home about, but they get the job done and it’s not like they’re unpleasant.”
    • “Time Recoil packs a lot of fun into a relatively short experience, but the lack of effort invested into the plot, visuals, and audio holds it back from sitting at the top of the genre.”
  • replayability
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game offers moderate replayability, featuring time trials and a challenging normal mode that encourages players to revisit levels. However, some users express a desire for additional modes to enhance replay value further, especially when compared to similar titles like *Neon Chrome*.

    • “Normal brought a bit of a challenge as the levels added on and there is definitely replay value with the time trials.”
    • “I do hope they add some extra modes to further extend replayability though.”
    • “Not sure how replayable this is, particularly in comparison to Neon Chrome.”
    • “It's not long, but it's got some replay value and it's a tight, weird little time-travel slo-mo top-down shooter.”
  • grinding
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, as each level feels repetitive with only minor variations in objectives. Despite this monotony, many still enjoy the gameplay, noting that even the most grind-heavy moments can be fun, though achievements can range from trivial to tedious.

    • “The gameplay is tedious; every level is the same thing with a slightly different objective, but it's all the same.”
    • “The achievements come in two forms: trivial and tedious.”
    • “Even at its most grindy, it's still fun.”
  • monetization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Time Recoil has been criticized as a cash grab, with users feeling that its mobile app origins have led to a lack of value in its Steam release.

    • “Time Recoil is a mobile app that's been dumped on Steam as a cash grab.”
    • “The monetization strategy feels exploitative, pushing players to spend money to enjoy the game fully.”
    • “In-game purchases are overpriced and offer little value, making it hard to justify spending.”
  • optimization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The reviews suggest that the game's optimization may not meet expectations, as past performance does not guarantee future improvements. Users express skepticism about the game's ability to run smoothly based on previous experiences.

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Time Recoil is a role playing shooter game with science fiction theme.

Time Recoil is available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, iPhone and others.

On average players spend around 3 hours playing Time Recoil.

Time Recoil was released on August 10, 2017.

Time Recoil was developed by 10tons Ltd.

Time Recoil has received mostly positive reviews from both players and critics. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its replayability.

Time Recoil is a single player game.

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