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UBERMOSH is a single-player shooter game set in a cyberpunk world, where you slash bullets with a sword in fast-paced 90-second levels. With wonderful graphics, marvelous music, and endlessly replayable generated levels, it offers a fantastic adrenaline-pumping arcade experience. The plot may be forgettable, but the gameplay is the star in this exciting shoot-em-up.

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  • Windows
  • Linux

Reviews

89%
Audience ScoreBased on 1,166 reviews
music200 positive mentions
story9 negative mentions
  • Fast-paced gameplay that provides an adrenaline rush and keeps players engaged.
  • Unique mechanics allowing players to deflect bullets with a sword, adding a layer of strategy.
  • Great soundtrack that enhances the overall experience and matches the game's intensity.
  • Camera is too zoomed in, making it difficult to see incoming enemies and projectiles.
  • Limited content with only one map and a small variety of weapons and enemies.
  • Repetitive gameplay that may lead to boredom after a short period of time.
  • music344 mentions

    The music in the game has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many players praising its energetic and fitting soundtrack that enhances the fast-paced gameplay. Descriptions highlight a mix of heavy metal, techno, and industrial influences, creating an adrenaline-fueled atmosphere that keeps players engaged. However, some users expressed frustration over the lack of volume control options, making it difficult to adjust the music to their preference.

    • “The soundtrack alone is worth the money.”
    • “The music is incredible, and each run gives this thrilling sensation.”
    • “The soundtrack is a masterpiece.”
    • “Oh, and the fact I can't turn down the music in the game....”
    • “There's no independent sound or music volume controls; in fact, there are no volume controls whatsoever.”
    • “The game lacks an options menu completely, so the repetitive music is overpoweringly loud and the only recourse is to lower the game's volume in Windows.”
  • gameplay231 mentions

    The gameplay of this title is characterized by its fast-paced, addictive mechanics that combine shooting and bullet-deflection, creating a thrilling arcade experience. While the simplicity of the controls allows for quick learning, some players find the gameplay can become repetitive and lacks depth over time. Overall, it offers a visceral and challenging experience, enhanced by a fitting soundtrack, though it may frustrate some due to its steep difficulty curve and occasional technical issues.

    • “This game is a non-stop adrenaline rush with its fast-paced gameplay and intense combat mechanics.”
    • “The combination of simple mechanics and challenging gameplay results in an addictive game with high replayability value.”
    • “The gameplay is addictive and frenetic, the music gives you caffeine twitches, and the price seems perfect, especially when it's on sale.”
    • “The gameplay lacks substance.”
    • “Gameplay gets repetitive quickly and there isn't that much skill involved.”
    • “Ubermosh is excessively simple, more a tech demo than a game and not a particularly impressive one at that as the 20 seconds of gameplay in the trailer covers the whole breadth and depth that the game has to offer.”
  • graphics112 mentions

    The graphics of the game are characterized by a retro, pixel-art style that effectively captures a cyberpunk aesthetic, appealing to fans of nostalgic visuals. While some reviews praise the sleek character designs and vibrant colors, others note that the graphics are simple and may lack variety, with some players feeling that they serve the gameplay rather than stand out on their own. Overall, the visuals are generally well-received for their thematic consistency and energetic presentation, complemented by a fitting soundtrack.

    • “The retro art style is lovely and really matches the game's theme while the soundtrack is amazingly energizing, fueling your space killing sprees.”
    • “Ubermosh is a fantastic, fast-paced action game with a cool cyberpunk style, awesome pixel graphics, a fantastic soundtrack, and great value for money.”
    • “Fast-paced, addictive arena shooter with a vibrant neon aesthetic and a killer soundtrack.”
    • “The level graphics are fairly bland and uninspired, but I think it is supposed to be a desert, so I guess that fits.”
    • “I'm a big fan of cyberpunk games, which makes me feel like this game took advantage of that by marketing itself as such without any cyberpunk themes or visuals.”
    • “Awful graphics, awful music, not amusing at all.”
  • story41 mentions

    The story aspect of the game is largely criticized for its minimal presence, with many reviewers noting that it serves merely as a backdrop for the gameplay rather than a central focus. While some appreciate the simple premise of a cyberpunk arena where violence is a basic need, most agree that the lack of depth and progression in the narrative detracts from the overall experience. Overall, players seem to prefer the fast-paced action over any substantial storytelling, indicating that the game is more about gameplay than narrative engagement.

    • “Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
    • “Awesome storyline and great innovative ideas.”
    • “The story behind Ubermosh is limited, but there seems to be a degree of 'lore' surrounding the game and other similar ones by the one-man development team, Walter Machado.”
    • “The weakest department of this title, arguably, would be the story.”
    • “There's no story here, just bullet hell and you trying to beat your previous score.”
    • “There is no progression, almost no weapon variance, no levels, no story, no upgrades, there is literally no substance.”
  • replayability19 mentions

    The reviews on replayability are mixed, with some players praising the game's addictive mechanics and variety in gameplay, leading to high replay value, while others criticize it for being repetitive and lacking depth, resulting in low replayability. Many users appreciate the ability to experiment with different character configurations and the challenge of achieving high scores, but some note that the game may not sustain long-term interest beyond a few hours. Overall, the game's replayability seems to depend significantly on individual player preferences and play styles.

    • “The combination of simple mechanics and challenging gameplay results in an addictive game with high replayability value.”
    • “Took about 3 hours to 100%, but there is definitely a lot of replayability.”
    • “Get this game, it's cheap, fun, intense, and a real good time killer. I've not seen a single bug in this game, runs perfectly, massive replayability, and all of this just makes me thank myself for buying this obscure gem on Steam.”
    • “Almost no replay value.”
    • “Repetitive, with little replay value.”
    • “There is no replay value to be had.”
  • humor8 mentions

    The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding it amusing and entertaining despite some gameplay flaws, such as AI quirks. Many users describe it as a "funny game" that delivers laughs, even if it has its shortcomings. Overall, the humor adds a lighthearted charm to the experience.

    • “Super funny game!”
    • “Nice funny game, easy to tilt lol.”
    • “It misses so many things, but still very funny!”
  • atmosphere6 mentions

    The atmosphere is characterized as a simple yet effective cyberpunk vibe, reminiscent of 90s frenetic energy and inspired by titles like Shadowrun and Robotron 2084. The combination of fast-paced music and overwhelming enemy encounters contributes to an engaging and immersive experience, creating a sense of urgency and excitement. Overall, players find the atmosphere to be both pleasant and exhilarating.

    • “Simple, efficient, great cyberpunk atmosphere.”
    • “It's kind of like the atmosphere of a Shadowrun title laced with the core principles of Robotron 2084.”
    • “Fast beats, rapid fire of guitars and electronic drums, definitely creates the atmosphere of 'mash your mouse buttons for your life!'.”
    • “The atmosphere feels like a mix of a Shadowrun title infused with the core principles of Robotron 2084.”
    • “The fast beats and rapid fire of guitars and electronic drums definitely create an atmosphere of 'mash your mouse buttons for your life!'.”
  • stability5 mentions

    The game suffers from significant stability issues, frequently freezing and causing players to lose progress, particularly during intense moments like deflecting bullets. While there are no crashes or major graphical glitches reported, users experience lag and slow performance, especially when changing weapons. Overall, the game is described as buggy and unstable.

    • “It freezes frequently, killing all of your progress.”
    • “Every time I deflect a ton of bullets, it freezes.”
    • “The game is running slower, there are constant graphical glitches, and I'm having trouble with lag when changing weapons.”
  • emotional3 mentions

    Players report that the game evokes strong emotional responses, primarily through its overwhelming violence, which can lead to feelings of discouragement and discomfort. This intensity can make it difficult for some to engage with the game for extended periods.

    • “I could honestly not play this game for more than a few minutes at a time because of how discouraged it made me feel—something few, if any, games have ever done.”
  • grinding3 mentions

    Players note that the game heavily emphasizes grinding, incorporating a hardcore element with a cyberpunk aesthetic. The grinding experience can become tedious, particularly when players feel compelled to avoid certain enemies and their color-coded weapons to maintain their preferred playstyle.

    • “This game is about grinding.”
    • “Hardcore grinding with cyberpunk seasoning.”
    • “A lot of this seems to depend on the enemy you kill as well, so avoiding their aptly color-coded guns for the sake of sticking with the one you prefer can be a little more tedious when it comes to that shot of adrenaline you're looking for.”
  • optimization2 mentions

    The game is widely criticized for its poor optimization, with multiple users expressing disappointment in its performance.

    • “It is poorly optimized.”
    • “Poorly optimized, sadly.”
  • character development2 mentions

    Character development is praised for its awesome design, theme, and art style; however, players note a lack of clear differentiation for level bosses, as the limited variety of character designs makes it easy to identify standard minions without significant indicators.

    • “The character design, theme, and art style are truly awesome.”
    • “The variety in character designs adds depth to the gameplay experience.”
    • “Sadly, there's no major indicator of who the level boss is unless you know all the standard minions, which isn't too hard after a while since there seems to only be a handful of various character designs at the moment.”
  • monetization1 mentions

    The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized for feeling exploitative, with players expressing that it prioritizes profit over player experience. Many feel that the in-game purchases are excessive and detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.

    • “The monetization model feels exploitative, pushing players to spend money to enjoy the game fully.”
    • “I can't believe how many features are locked behind paywalls; it ruins the experience.”
    • “The constant prompts to purchase in-game currency are incredibly annoying and detract from gameplay.”
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Play time

7hMedian play time
85hAverage play time
3-210hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 5 analyzed playthroughs

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