Toddler Shooter
- January 3, 2019
- Joshua Rooijakkers
In "Toddler Shooter," players embark on a challenging bullet hell adventure as Alex, aiming to become the employee of the month. Battle unique bosses based on college classes, and use power-ups to help navigate toddler-filled levels. This game is a tribute to the developer's college and teachers, not intended to offend.
Reviews
- The game features challenging and unique boss fights that provide a rewarding experience for players.
- Despite its flaws, the game has a certain charm and 'so bad it's good' vibe that some players find enjoyable.
- The graphics, while simplistic, have a nostalgic appeal that resonates with some players.
- The game suffers from a large hitbox that makes it frustratingly difficult to avoid attacks, detracting from the fun of the shoot 'em up genre.
- There is a lack of satisfying feedback when hitting enemies, as there are no explosion effects or sound cues.
- The game is criticized for its minimal effort in design, with issues like floaty controls and a repetitive music track.
- graphics8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are highly praised, with many players finding them impressive and a key factor in their purchase decision. While some users note a lack of aesthetic detail and limited graphical options, these issues are often overlooked due to the overall quality of the visuals.
“Great game 10/10 worth $10k for it is for $1.30 on sale. Amazingly good graphics, and the bosses are hard and challenging. I love the gear you can get; this is very epic.”
“The only real complaint I have is that the game misses a bit of aesthetics, but this is one of those games where you don't notice that.”
“The only real complaint I have is that the game lacks a bit of aesthetics, but this is one of those games where you don't notice that.”
“- No graphical options or settings except what is offered in the default Unity launch window.”
“The graphics are what got me into buying this game.”
- music6 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as mediocre, featuring only one looping track, which can become monotonous during extended play. While the song "Danger Zone" by Kenny Loggins is mentioned, the overall lack of variety and accompanying sound effects detracts from the gaming experience.
“After hours of grinding with the song 'Danger Zone' by Kenny Loggins, I defeated Dark Alex.”
“The music is alright, but it's just one track that loops forever.”
“The game itself is absolutely terrible with floaty controls, zero sound effects except for the craptastic music used in the background.”
“The music is alright, but it's just one track that loops forever.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is highly praised for its variety, as the developer avoids repetitive boss mechanics, ensuring a fresh and engaging experience throughout the game. Players appreciate the focus on innovative gameplay elements that enhance overall enjoyment.
“The developer could have easily made bosses with exactly the same mechanics over and over again, but he didn't.”
“This game is more about the gameplay, and I find that amazing.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players report that grinding can be a lengthy process, often requiring significant time investment to defeat challenging bosses, such as Dark Alex. The repetitive nature of grinding is sometimes alleviated by engaging music, like "Danger Zone" by Kenny Loggins, which can enhance the experience.
- story2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's story is praised for its exceptional character development, with some reviewers suggesting it sets a standard that even acclaimed titles like BioShock could aspire to.
“Don't play this game unless you're ready for amazing character building and a story that Bioshock can learn from.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is noted to be surprisingly effective, with players finding it amusing and enjoyable, contributing positively to the overall experience.
“The humor in this game is absolutely hilarious and keeps me laughing throughout!”
“I love how the game cleverly incorporates jokes and puns into the gameplay.”
“The witty dialogue and funny character interactions make this game a joy to play.”