UBERMOSH:WRAITH
- January 29, 2017
- Walter Machado
Get on SteamUBERMOSH:WRAITH is a single-player Science Fiction Action game with a beautiful soundtrack. In this fourth volume of the series, players can cut bullets with their sword and use psionic powers to defeat enemies in a gun-filled pit, with more aggressive enemy respawns, a new class of enemy, and new power "Manastrike." The game builds upon the "90 seconds arena" concept, challenging players to react faster and achieve higher scores.
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Reviews
- The addition of the Manastrike mechanic enhances gameplay with visually impressive effects and adds a new layer of strategy.
- The game features an adrenaline-fueled experience with fast-paced action and a great soundtrack that keeps players engaged.
- UBERMOSH: WRAITH introduces new enemy types and classes, providing variety and challenges that keep the gameplay fresh and exciting.
- The game suffers from optimization issues, leading to crashes and performance slowdowns during intense gameplay.
- Some players feel that the new enemy AI and aggressive spawns can lead to frustrating experiences, especially for classes with limited respawns.
- Despite new features, many reviews suggest that the game feels too similar to previous entries in the series, lacking significant innovation.
- music26 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many players praising the energetic and adrenaline-pumping soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. The return of classic tracks alongside new additions creates a compelling audio backdrop that keeps players engaged and motivated. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature, often cited as a primary reason for enjoying the game.
“Projectile slicing, psionic wizardry, magical surprises, relentless foes, and a soundtrack that'll make your heart race.”
“The classic soundtrack from the first game makes a return again with some new tracks that absolutely rock!”
“The soundtrack of this game makes me keep going back for more!”
“Blades clash, bullets fly, and the music?”
“I just want to pasteurize 143978 enemies in 60 seconds into red, purple and yellow heat-treat glue and feel like the best high-score maker, with the best moshgirl just because she's masked, lighting bolt special power with 3 options and a couple new music that are so intoxicating, it fires your confidence up no matter how weakling you may be.”
“I relaxed for 5 ♥♥♥♥ minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- gameplay22 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 64 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The gameplay in "ubermosh:wraith" is characterized by its adrenaline-inducing mechanics, including the new manastrike and brainclap features, which enhance the classic 90-second arena combat. Players appreciate the variety of new spells, skills, and game modes, although some have noted issues with crashes and a lack of depth compared to other titles. Overall, the gameplay is described as addictive and challenging, with improved controls and a strong thematic presentation.
“In this whirlwind of gameplay, you'll find projectile cutting and psionic brainclaps in a never-ending, ever-evolving map where relentless adversaries await at every turn.”
“The gameplay is addictive and fun - it reminds me a lot of the first Diablo, but in an arcade way.”
“You've still got the classic ubermosh gameplay of 90 seconds in the arena to gun down as many enemies as possible, but now you've got the 'manastrike', a move that sets off at random intervals to wipe out even more enemies, as well as a return of the brainclap and the open arena.”
“It is supposed to be the 4th in the series from which I previously played only the first, which disappointed me in terms of variety and in-depth gameplay.”
“The gameplay is quite boring 2D survival shooting action, and the same has been done better in a lot of games already, years ago.”
“But I don't know why it keeps crashing in the middle of the gameplay.”
- graphics9 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 11 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some players criticizing the low-quality retro pixel art and suggesting a lack of professional artistry. However, others appreciate the thematic visuals and unique character designs, noting that the engaging gameplay and soundtrack compensate for any graphical shortcomings. Overall, while the graphics may not be cutting-edge, they contribute to the game's charm and atmosphere.
“Smart enemies, killer music, nice voice overs, and graphical effects, all played within a few minutes.”
“The visuals are great, from the power of the gun shaking your camera to the splattering and spinning guns from an enemy that disintegrated.”
“Plus, the character artwork in Ubermosh: Wraith is the coolest looking of all the Ubermosh series.”
“The game itself has pretty horribly low quality retro pixel graphics, because the developer has most likely not used a real graphics artist to get them done.”
“Note that the brainclap bug (freeze) is originated by the default graphics configuration with Nvidia.”
“The game, although retro in graphics, I didn't care one bit.”
- optimization4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The game is criticized for being the most unoptimized and unstable entry in the series, requiring users to set it to "high performance" to utilize the GPU effectively. Players have reported slowdowns and screen performance issues, particularly in cluttered scenarios, detracting from the overall experience.
“It's not just about facing adversaries; it's a constant pursuit of surpassing your own best performances.”
“However, this game is the only Ubermosh game that I can't exactly recommend; it is the most unoptimized and unstable game of the entire series.”
“I had some slowdown and minimizing screen performance issues when the field became cluttered.”
“You need to set it to 'high performance' to assign the GPU to the game.”
- story2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The story serves as a minimal backdrop for the action, suggesting that humans create violent arenas to channel their aggressive instincts. It conveys a moral about perseverance and the unpredictability of life, emphasizing the importance of resilience in the face of adversity.
“The story is a simple excuse for the action: the real world is peaceful, but humans need violence and created the uber-mosh-pit to exercise their violent tendencies.”
“The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you. If I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
“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.”
“The narrative feels disjointed and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the characters or care about their fates.”
“The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real emotional impact, leaving the overall experience feeling flat.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Overall, stability is generally solid, with only a few players experiencing minor framerate issues or brief screen freezes.
“In very few cases, players are plagued by framerate issues or, like me, by hiccups, where the screen freezes for a millisecond.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to enjoy the experience.”
“I encountered several stability issues, including random disconnects and lag spikes that ruin gameplay.”
