Titanium Hound

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Titanium Hound is a single player platformer game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Red Spot Sylphina and was released on October 26, 2022. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Titanium Hound is retro-looking video game in cyberpunk genre, where you are going to pilot huge and agile exoskeleton to crush hordes of crazed security drones and abominations to uncover conspiracy carefully crafted by one of global corporations.

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Single-Player

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80%

Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews

graphics6 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The graphics are stunning, featuring beautiful pixel art and a vibrant cyberpunk aesthetic.
The voice acting and music are surprisingly good, enhancing the overall experience.
The game offers a unique energy management system that adds complexity to the gameplay.

The combat mechanics are frustrating, with limitations on shooting angles and a cumbersome weapon/shield system.
The game can become tedious due to repetitive level design and lengthy loading times after failures.
There are issues with control customization, including non-rebindable keys, which detracts from the overall experience.

graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their stunning pixel art and rich environments, with many reviewers highlighting the impressive art style and music. While the visuals are considered a strong point, some players feel that the gameplay does not live up to the aesthetic quality. Overall, the graphics are a standout feature that enhances the gaming experience.
- “Graphics and amazing 10/10 pixel art make up for it though.”
- “I enjoy the music and the art style very much.”
- “It's as if a computer graphic designer made the game.”
- “I could stare at those crispy and chunky pixel graphics all day while bopping my head to the game's soundtrack.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
37%
38%
The gameplay is centered around a shield-gun mechanic that requires players to manage shield and ammo energy, but it becomes frustrating and cumbersome in later stages, detracting from the overall enjoyment. Many players find the lack of clarity regarding unlocking new chips or slots to be a significant drawback, leading to a mixed reception of the game's mechanics. While some may appreciate this unique approach, it ultimately fails to resonate with a broader audience.
- “The unique mechanic is how you juggle between shield and ammo energy because you won’t get far without that.”
- “Click the video above to see some of the gameplay, mechanics, and hear my thoughts on the game.”
- “After some time, the shield-gun mechanic becomes too frustrating to let you enjoy the game.”
- “Sadly, the mechanic becomes annoying and makes the game barely playable in later stages.”
- “The biggest issue, and the game's true downfall, is the game's mechanics.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game's story is engaging and aligns well with the cyberpunk genre, though it is relatively short, clocking in at around 7.5 hours. While players appreciate the narrative, they note some gameplay drawbacks, such as a cumbersome weapon system and uneven challenge levels. Overall, those who enjoyed the demo find the full experience worth purchasing, especially when on sale.
- “The story presented in the game is interesting and aligns well with the themes that emerged when cyberpunk became popular.”
- “The game has a few downsides such as a cumbersome weapon/shield system, a sometimes uneven level of challenge, the mission loading animation in place of the narrator's dialogue, and it's a bit short (7.5 hours for me) - but if you played the demo and liked it, seeing it on sale makes it worth buying.”
- “The game has a few downsides such as a cumbersome weapon/shield system, a sometimes uneven level of challenge, the mission loading animation in place of the narrator's dialogue, and it's a bit short (7.5 hours for me).”
- “The only way is to visit the chips menu after each mission and see if there’s anything new.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is highly praised, with players enjoying its catchy tunes that complement the vibrant art style and pixel graphics. The combination of engaging music and appealing visuals creates an immersive experience that players find captivating.
- “I enjoy the music and the art style very much.”
- “I am going to be very frank with this review; the art style, music, and UI are all amazing.”
- “I could stare at those crispy and chunky pixel graphics all day while bopping my head to the game's soundtrack.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The optimization of the game is generally acceptable, but players feel that it requires further refinement, particularly in control settings.
- “It's okay, but I feel it needs some control optimization.”
- “The game runs poorly on my system, and I expected better optimization.”
- “There are too many performance issues that make the game frustrating to play.”