TraumaCore Violence
- May 6, 2023
- Discade Project
In "TraumaCore Violence," players navigate a 2D world as Uzi, a girl within her own psyche, engaging in high-flying combat with an in-depth input and animation cancelling system. Movement and attacks interact, allowing for increased speed, while a combo system offers point bonuses or health based on successful kills. The full campaign supports co-op play.
Reviews
- The game features surprisingly addictive and satisfying combat mechanics, reminiscent of classic character-action games.
- The art style is unique and refreshing, evoking nostalgia for 2000s flash games while effectively conveying its themes.
- The game offers a short but engaging experience with a heartfelt narrative, great music, and additional modes like speedrun and endless play.
- The game suffers from bugs and technical issues, including instances of getting softlocked and low frame rates.
- The lack of a comprehensive tutorial makes it difficult for players to fully understand the combat mechanics, particularly the parry system.
- Some players find the combat can feel clunky and frustrating due to projectile spam and enemy combo attacks.
- gameplay12 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its engaging mechanics, satisfying combat, and creative movement, reminiscent of classic character-action games but with modern enhancements. Players appreciate the challenge posed by bullet hell enemies and the overall fun of button-mashing, though some note a lack of tutorials and occasional bugs that can hinder accessibility. The unique art direction and solid narrative further enhance the experience, making it a standout title despite minor drawbacks.
“Aside from that small thing, I highly recommend this game. It packs a punch within its short runtime and has plenty of extras such as a speedrun mode and an endless mode if you want to delve deeper into the game's excellent mechanics.”
“Good game, well worth the 3 dollars; the gameplay is super satisfying, between the movement, attacks, and feedback from them.”
“Incredible combat with every move in your toolset having its place and viability, and just enough mechanics to not feel overwhelming.”
“In regards to the gameplay, it feels a bit like one of those character-action flash games you might see in 2012, but with fleshed out movement and combat that is fun to play with even when just button-mashing.”
“Unless I missed something, I didn’t see a combo/move list (that could totally be my fault), which led to me learning about the blue bar mechanic in the final level, which was slightly annoying.”
“The aesthetic is good and I like it; it gives you an edgy and bloody aura, although the gore was a bit exaggerated for me, but it didn't influence my gameplay much.”
- music9 mentions
- 78 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 22 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its engaging and enjoyable quality, enhancing the overall experience with a mix of relaxing and impactful tracks. While players appreciate the soundtrack, many express disappointment over the lack of availability for the full OST outside the game. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's atmosphere and gameplay.
“Great game, visually and mechanically engaging from start to finish with great music and a narrative that was conveyed creatively that I also related to on a personal level.”
“The soundtrack is also very good; I wanted to listen to some tracks outside of the game, but sadly there's no uploads of it online or a soundtrack to buy.”
“Also, I really enjoy the music; some of it feels almost relaxing in a way.”
“At least the endless level soundtrack can be found online, which is also really good, but I wish I could find the whole thing.”
“The aesthetic is good and I like it; it gives you an edgy and bloody aura. Although the gore was a bit exaggerated for me, it didn't influence my gameplay much. The OST is pretty decent; I didn't listen to everything in the game, but I listened to it separately!”
- graphics9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The game's graphics have been widely praised for their unique and refreshing art style, reminiscent of 2000s Newgrounds flash games, which adds a nostalgic charm. Reviewers appreciate the uncompromising visuals that contribute to the game's edgy and aesthetic appeal, although some noted that the exaggerated gore may not be to everyone's taste. Overall, the art style is a significant draw for players, enhancing their overall experience.
“I absolutely love this game's art style; it's so refreshing to see a game that just looks the way it wants instead of conforming to what some art critic thinks sprite art should look like.”
“The art style is great; it's what made me buy this game in the first place.”
“Relatively short indie spectacle fighter with very responsive, movement-oriented combat and an intentionally harsh aesthetic.”
“It is easily the most uncompromising game I've seen when it comes to its visuals.”
“I love this game; it's confusing and the art style is sick, but I want to understand it. I love the unholy demon girl with a cool style and guns in the game.”
- story4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story is praised for its dark themes and heartfelt narrative, which some may find overwhelming, but it effectively engages players despite not being the main focus. The visual style complements the gameplay and enhances the storytelling experience.
“I liked the story; it has dark themes that could be too much for some people, but that's to be expected with that title.”
“So much style and an actually really heartfelt story!”
“I also appreciated the story; while not the main focus, I was very invested while playing.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its stylish presentation and a genuinely heartfelt story, creating a strong emotional impact on players.
“So much style and an actually really heartfelt story!”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Overall, users report that while the game has some bugs, these issues do not significantly detract from the overall experience.
“My only problem is it's a bit buggy, but that didn't ruin the game for me.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it hard to enjoy.”
“I experienced several glitches that disrupted my gameplay.”
- character development1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers appreciate the character development, highlighting the impressive art style and character designs, which blend 2D aesthetics with realistic enemy designs, enhancing the overall visual experience.
“The character designs are impressive, blending 2D art with realistic enemies in a unique way.”
“The depth of character development really enhances the overall experience, making each character feel relatable and well-crafted.”
“I love how the characters evolve throughout the game, with their backstories and motivations adding layers to the gameplay.”