UBERMOSH:WRAITH

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UBERMOSH:WRAITH is a single player action game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Walter Machado and was released on January 29, 2017. It received very positive reviews from players.

UBERMOSH: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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92%

Audience ScoreBased on 310 reviews

gameplay10 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

Fast-paced, adrenaline-pumping gameplay that keeps players engaged and encourages skill mastery.
The addition of the Manastrike mechanic and new enemy types adds depth and variety to the combat experience.
Great soundtrack and retro graphics that enhance the overall arcade feel of the game.

Gameplay can become repetitive over time, leading to a lack of long-term engagement.
Steep difficulty spikes and chaotic visuals can make it challenging to track enemies and avoid damage.
Lack of narrative depth and options for adjusting sound settings may detract from the experience for some players.

gameplay
46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
69%
9%
The gameplay in "ubermosh:wraith" is characterized by fast-paced, chaotic action that combines sword strikes and gunfire against waves of enemies, offering a satisfying and addictive experience. While the core mechanics remain similar to previous entries in the series, new features like the manastrike and additional gameplay modes enhance variety and replayability. However, some players find the gameplay repetitive and overly difficult, with criticisms regarding a lack of depth and variety compared to other titles in the genre.
- “Cutting bullets with your sword feels incredibly satisfying, and the new powers and enemy types keep gameplay fresh.”
- “Overall, it stands out as a worthy installment in the ubermosh series, delivering fast, fun, and furious gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is addictive and fun - it reminds me a lot of the first Diablo, but in an arcade way.”
- “The mechanics feel a bit repetitive after a while, and there’s not a lot of variety to keep you hooked for long stretches.”
- “The gameplay is quite boring 2D survival shooting action, and the same has been done better on a lot of games already, years ago.”
- “I can't see the appeal of this game.. it looks ugly, not retro, maybe it's the rush of the music?.. the gameplay is too simple yet frantic but too frustrating.”
music
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
50%
8%
The music in the game is widely praised for its energetic and dynamic soundtrack, which enhances the gameplay experience and keeps players engaged during intense sessions. Many reviewers highlight the synth-heavy and heavy metal influences, noting that the soundtrack is a significant draw, sometimes even overshadowing the gameplay itself. However, some players mention that the music can become repetitive over time, and the lack of volume control options is a common frustration.
- “The music makes every second epic.”
- “The soundtrack slaps, the action is non-stop, and it’s perfect for short, intense gaming sessions.”
- “The classic soundtrack from the first game makes a return again with some new tracks that absolutely rock!”
- “Repetitive visuals and music sometimes make the game feel a bit samey over time.”
- “Can't turn off or turn down the music.”
- “A generic overhead shooter, with low-res graphics and very loud music for which, irksomely enough, there's no volume slider.”
graphics
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
50%
14%
The graphics of the game are characterized by a retro 2D pixel art style, often infused with cyberpunk aesthetics, creating a gritty and vibrant atmosphere that complements the fast-paced gameplay. While some players appreciate the unique art direction and dynamic visuals, others criticize the low-resolution graphics and repetitive design, suggesting a lack of artistic quality. Overall, the visuals are seen as a mixed bag, with some praising their charm and others finding them lacking in detail and variety.
- “Visually, ubermosh:wraith embraces a pixel art style infused with cyberpunk aesthetics, creating a gritty, neon-lit atmosphere that complements its frenetic gameplay.”
- “The minimalist graphics keep the focus on fast action without overwhelming the player, while the dynamic soundtrack enhances the intensity and pacing of each encounter.”
- “The visuals are great, from the power of the gun shaking your camera, to the splattering and spinning guns from an enemy that disintegrated.”
- “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.”
- “A generic overhead shooter, with low-res graphics and very loud music for which, irksomely enough, there's no volume slider.”
- “Repetitive visuals and music sometimes make the game feel a bit samey over time.”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
The game's story is minimal and serves primarily as a backdrop for its fast-paced, action-oriented gameplay, appealing more to fans of arcade-style shooters than those seeking a deep narrative experience. While it offers a simple premise about humanity's need for violence, players looking for a rich story may find it lacking.
- “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.”
- “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.”
- “If you want story, look elsewhere.”
- “Its design encourages mastery of mechanics and quick thinking over story immersion.”
- “Fans of intense, arcade-style shooters will find plenty to enjoy in Wraith’s relentless battles and variety of classes, while those looking for a story-heavy experience might find it less satisfying.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The game is criticized for being the most unoptimized and unstable entry in the series, with users experiencing performance issues, particularly during cluttered scenes. To improve performance, players are advised to adjust settings in the options.ini file to prioritize high performance.
- “If you have performance issues, try adjusting the options.ini in the installation folder.”
- “You need to set it to 'high performance' to assign the GPU to the game.”
- “I experienced some slowdown and screen performance issues when the field became cluttered.”
- “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.”
- “(By the way: if you have performance issues, try to fiddle with the options.ini in the installation folder.)”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
100%
Players appreciate the high replayability of the game, citing the variety of gameplay modes and the encouragement to experiment with different styles to tackle challenging combat scenarios. This diversity enhances the overall experience and motivates players to return for more.
- “The multiple gameplay modes add variety and enhance replayability.”
- “This variety adds replay value, encouraging experimentation to find the style that best suits your approach to the relentless combat scenarios.”
- “The multiple gameplay modes add variety and replayability.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The atmosphere of ubermosh:wraith is characterized by a gritty, neon-lit pixel art style that embodies cyberpunk aesthetics, enhancing the game's frenetic gameplay. Reviewers note that the title delivers the series' signature frantic action while introducing a darker and more intense ambiance.
- “Visually, Ubermosh: Wraith embraces a pixel art style infused with cyberpunk aesthetics, creating a gritty, neon-lit atmosphere that complements its frenetic gameplay.”
- “Ubermosh: Wraith offers the signature frantic action of the series with a darker, more intense atmosphere.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users report significant stability issues, including random freezes and brief screen hiccups, although some can still navigate the menu or alt-tab during these moments. While not universally experienced, these problems can detract from the overall gameplay experience.
- “It freezes up randomly, and not only does it still let you hit escape to go back to the main menu when it freezes, but I can also alt-tab out and my computer is working fine... what the heck?”
- “In very few cases, players are plagued by framerate issues or, like me, by hiccups, where the screen freezes for a millisecond.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find grinding to be worthwhile for farming badges, especially when purchasing packs during sales, which enhances the overall value of the effort.
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express frustration with the monetization strategy, likening the main menu to an overwhelming display of advertisements, which detracts from the overall gaming experience.
- “I've played like 8 of these games, and yet the main menu looks like a Temu advertising vomit to me.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players note that the emotional depth of the game may be enhanced by prior experiences with the series, suggesting that familiarity can lead to a richer emotional engagement. However, some feel that certain details may be overlooked, indicating a potential for deeper emotional connections that could be further explored.