Truxton

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Truxton is a single player and multiplayer arcade shooter game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Toaplan and was released on February 14, 2023. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Truxton, also known as Tatsujin, is a sci-fi shooter game that offers both single-player and multi-player modes, with up to 2 players in a cooperative setting. The game features intense action against the ruthless Gidans, with several weapon styles including the Truxton Beam, Power Shot, and Thunder Laser. Online leaderboards, arcade-accurate emulation, and a beginner mode are some of the modern luxuries added to this classic shooter.

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Audience ScoreBased on 59 reviews

gameplay2 positive mentions

stability1 negative mentions

Truxton is a faithful and smooth port of the classic arcade shooter, featuring responsive controls and a variety of quality of life options such as rewind, save states, and customizable difficulty settings.
The game successfully captures the nostalgia of the original while providing modern enhancements, making it accessible for both newcomers and veterans of the genre.
Players appreciate the challenging gameplay and unique weapon mechanics, which encourage skill development and strategic play.

The sound emulation has been frequently criticized, with many players noting that it does not match the quality of the original arcade experience, leading to a less immersive audio experience.
Some players find the game's difficulty to be excessively punishing, with a steep learning curve that may deter casual gamers.
While the port includes many modern features, some reviewers feel it lacks the authenticity and polish of other emulations, particularly in terms of presentation and audio fidelity.

music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it enjoyable and immersive, while others criticize its quality, noting issues like pronounced squeals and missing sections. Despite these flaws, many appreciate how the music enhances the gameplay experience, creating a hypnotic atmosphere as players improve their skills. Overall, while not universally praised, the music contributes positively to the game's appeal for some players.
- “As silly as this might sound, I actually loved the way the music played out in this game.”
- “The sound is amazing, and the music really gets into your head.”
- “Yes, it may sound terrible - the worst of any version I've played to date, in fact - with a pronounced squeal in many of its sound effects and missing sections of poorly represented music, and that's definitely no bueno.”
- “The music doesn't hit the same for me as the Mega Drive does, but I also enjoy actually standing a chance at playing through this game.”
- “The music and the gameplay combine to place you in a hypnotic state once you build enough skill at it.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are generally viewed as competent but not exceptional, with some users noting a cheesy appearance typical of its 1988 release. While the visuals effectively create an alien sci-fi atmosphere, they are described as good rather than amazing, with smooth scrolling and minimal shimmering enhancing the overall experience.
- “The graphics are good (not amazing) and really create an alien sci-fi world on their own.”
- “Graphics are fantastic with smooth scrolling and no shimmering.”
- “At first glance, it appears really hokey and cheesy, even by the standards of its 1988 release date. The graphics and sound are nice but not exceptional, and it's competently put together.”
- “I can't see much difference beyond the graphics and sound.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The gameplay is a faithful and enhanced version of the classic arcade experience, featuring customizations like rewind mechanics and difficulty adjustments that cater to its challenging nature. Players find the combination of music and gameplay immersive, creating a hypnotic experience as they develop their skills, though some may find the design to be harsh by modern standards.
- “Here on Steam, for the first time I’m experiencing this faithful arcade version — better than the one I played back then and packed with customizations, including rewind mechanics and difficulty adjustments (essential for a game as tough as this).”
- “The music and the gameplay combine to place you in a hypnotic state once you build enough skill at it.”
- “By modern standards, the gameplay is kind of harsh, but the design is absolutely iconic.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story revolves around a whimsical narrative of a game review show set in an intergalactic space arcade, where the host is banished from Earth and continues their mission to review games, including classics like Truxton on the Sega Genesis. The setting adds a unique sci-fi twist to the traditional game review format, enhancing the overall experience.
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users report that the stability of the game is somewhat problematic, with noticeable bugs present right from the opening sequence.
- “This feature is a bit buggy, as can be seen immediately in the opening sequence.”