UBERMOSH Vol.5
- May 25, 2017
- Walter Machado
Get on SteamUBERMOSH Vol.5 is the latest entry in the fast-paced arcade series, taking place 1200 years after the first game. Play as the Blade Saint, equipped with new powers and facing more aggressive antagonists. Utilize double physical strikes, combine the Melter/Shield with Brainclap and Manastrike from previous volumes, and take on harder versions of classic foes in a challenging reflex-based experience.
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Reviews
- Fast-paced, chaotic gameplay that keeps players engaged and on their toes.
- Great soundtrack that complements the intense action and enhances the overall experience.
- Affordable price point for the amount of fun and replayability it offers.
- Game can feel repetitive and lacks significant innovation compared to previous installments.
- Some players may find the difficulty level too easy, especially if they have experience with earlier volumes.
- Technical issues such as lag and crashes can detract from the gameplay experience.
- music33 mentions
- 58 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim for its fantastic, pulsing soundtracks that perfectly complement the fast-paced gameplay, enhancing the overall experience. Reviewers highlight the heavy beats, retro vibes, and intense synthesized tracks as standout features, often describing the soundtrack as a key element that elevates the game's chaotic action. Many agree that the music is not only enjoyable but also integral to the game's addictive nature, making it a significant selling point for players.
“The soundtrack is pulsing, intense - half the fun in and of itself; this is a bullet hell for those who love bullet hells, as well as a great introduction to the genre.”
“A hyper addictive top down shooter, with no real goal, spam your way to earning all the achievements, while headbanging to one of the greatest soundtracks ever.”
“The soundtrack is awesome, and fits perfectly with the game's pace.”
“Its too easy and the guns are too loud i can't hear the music.”
“Like at first it just seems like a typical twin stick shooter but this you're dropped into this hectic battleground with a goddamn sword and enemies all over and it's just complete chaos mixed with a hyped soundtrack all wrapped up in a bag of cocaine filled adrenaline.”
“Even though there is little to no story (which I often don't like), it's fast paced combat combined with fitting music totally reels me in every time I play the game.”
- gameplay20 mentions
- 45 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its fast-paced, chaotic action that keeps players engaged and feeling empowered, complemented by an impressive soundtrack. While it features simple mechanics typical of twin-stick shooters, it introduces unique elements like bullet manipulation and a class system, enhancing the overall experience. However, some players note issues with screen clutter and a desire for more cooperative gameplay options.
“Incredible banger music: you just have to believe me, this game's music fits perfectly with the super fast-paced gameplay this freaking beast of a game offers.”
“Bare bones top-down twin-stick gameplay but keeps it nice and fun with a class system, different challenges, and the very interesting concept of cutting, splitting, and reflecting bullets.”
“The gameplay is insanely fast-paced, and surviving for more than 10 seconds takes some serious hand-eye coordination.”
“Nearly no game at all, just the tired shooter survival mechanic seen in hundreds of other games.”
“Screen clutter is still an issue with more enemies and faster gameplay, and I'd prefer to be able to fire the manastrike manually, maybe with right-click?”
“It would make for a little bit more stimulating gameplay.”
- graphics11 mentions
- 45 % positive mentions
- 27 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising its unique art style and vibrant aesthetics, despite some noting the retro pixelated visuals as a drawback. While some players appreciate the graphics in the context of the game's chaotic action and overall experience, others criticize them as lazy and outdated. Overall, the visuals are seen as fitting for the genre, though there is a desire for improvement in both graphics and sound.
“Amazing art style: I like it, even if it's pixelated, it just looks very good.”
“Cool art style.”
“The graphics are what you expect from a game in this genre, and the OST is one of the best in video game history.”
“I can play other graphically intensive games on max settings just fine, yet this game just lags my computer.”
“Fixed resolution, fixed controls, terrible retro pixel graphics from an extremely lazy developer.”
“Could also have used new sounds and OST, as well as visuals, but for the price, the game is a steal.”
- story8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The story in the game is minimal and often seen as a mere backdrop to the action, focusing more on survival and high scores than narrative depth. However, some players appreciate the subtle lore and character development hinted at through menu audio and gameplay progression, expressing a desire for a more fleshed-out storyline in future installments. Overall, while the narrative may not be the main draw, it offers intriguing elements that could be expanded upon.
“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.”
“I would personally recommend purchasing the Ubermosh collection, as the storyline of the Ubermosh series is spread among all of them.”
“I want to know more about the Blade Saint's journey and a timeline has already been established (with Swarmriders, then the original Ubermosh, then Black) so I'd want to see some more on her story and how she's developed.”
“You don’t play for the story; you play to survive and beat your high score.”
“The story (not that it needs one) is a simple excuse for the action: the real world is peaceful but humans need violence and created the uber-mosh-pit so they can exercise their violent tendencies.”
“Even though there is little to no story (which I often don't like), it's fast-paced combat combined with fitting music totally reels me in every time I play the game.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is praised for its cool and dark ambiance, enhancing the overall experience and complementing the shooting mechanics.
“I like the game's dark atmosphere and shooting!”
“Cool atmosphere.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game to be very funny and enjoyable, highlighting its cool humor. However, some users expressed frustration over the lack of options to mute the sound.
“Very funny to play.”
“The game is cool and funny, but I just don't find options to switch off sounds.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players express a strong emotional connection to the game, highlighting it as a significant purchase that evokes heartfelt appreciation for the developer's work. The experience is described as heartwarming, indicating that the game resonates deeply with its audience.
“This game is my first ever paid game that I bought on Steam, and now I finally have over 5 dollars spent to give a heartwarming review to the developer of this awesome game!”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users have noted that the game's performance issues may stem from poor optimization, suggesting that it struggles to run smoothly on various systems.
“The game suffers from poor optimization.”
“Optimization issues are making the gameplay experience frustrating.”
“I encountered numerous performance problems, likely due to lack of optimization.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is brief in duration but offers solid replay value, encouraging players to revisit it for additional enjoyment.
“It's short but has great replay value.”
“The game offers multiple endings, encouraging you to play through it again.”
“Each playthrough feels fresh due to the random events and choices.”
