Ultra Savage

Ultra Savage is a challenging 2D platformer set in a cyberpunk world. As the player, you control One Shark, a deadly assassin on a mission to defeat an evil megacorporation. With intense gameplay and grueling battles, you must master One Shark's abilities to prevail in this unforgiving world.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

88%

Audience ScoreBased on 65 reviews

graphics6 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

The game features a fun and engaging gameplay loop with a mix of active skills and RPG elements, making it enjoyable for fans of the genre.
The graphics and art style are appealing, with references to popular anime, enhancing the overall experience.
It offers a decent amount of content and replayability, with a good balance of progression and leveling mechanics.

The grind can become tedious, especially after reaching higher levels, leading to a frustrating experience for some players.
It lacks true idle game mechanics, requiring constant attention and micromanagement, which can detract from the enjoyment.
There are several bugs and quality of life issues that can hinder gameplay, such as UI problems and broken achievements.

graphics
13 mentions
46 % positive mentions
31 % neutral mentions
23 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received positive feedback for their appealing art style, particularly among fans of anime, and are described as colorful, unique, and engaging. While some users noted minor issues, such as readability problems in specific scenarios, the overall aesthetic and design elements are praised for enhancing the gameplay experience. The cartoon art style and fun references contribute to a visually enjoyable atmosphere that aligns well with the game's themes.
- “As someone who is a huge fan of anime like Fist of the North Star, JoJo's Bizarre Adventure, and Dragon Ball, the art style is extremely appealing.”
- “The graphics and music, per standard with this developer, are really good.”
- “Fancy, colorful, and unique graphic style with a fitting soundtrack and enjoyable visuals.”
- “The only thing they replaced was the artwork and added in an annoying gem system to upgrade items.”
- “The last boss has a white background which makes your HP bar unreadable.”
- “A space/time travel themed RPG clicker game in a 2D side-on format with a cartoon art style for the graphics.”
gameplay
12 mentions
50 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
25 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a simple yet addictive loop, though it tends to become tedious after a few planets due to grinding and a lack of quality of life features. While some players appreciate the graphics and new mechanics, many express frustration with the forced-gating system and limited incentives for deeper runs. Overall, the game offers good value for its price, but the streamlined nature of the gameplay may not satisfy everyone.
- “Gameplay loop is very simple and still somewhat addictive, and it takes a while to get stale (which it eventually will become - but that is true for most games).”
- “10+ hours of gameplay for 1-2€ is just amazing value.”
- “Incredibly addicting gameplay loop.”
- “It's very difficult to keep playing past the 5th or 6th planet (out of about 10/11) because you hit a wall of grind and the gameplay becomes incredibly boring.”
- “The prestige mechanic doesn't really add anything to the game, and it's the forced-gating style, meaning that there is really no benefit to continuing your run after you meet the minimum qualifications, so people who like deep runs in incremental games will be frustrated.”
- “I'll admit, though, that the removal of incentives to push further before a reset makes for a gameplay loop that is a bit too streamlined for my taste, though not enough to overshadow the oodles of fun you get otherwise.”
music
4 mentions
50 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
25 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised, featuring a good soundtrack that complements the vibrant and unique graphics. Reviewers recommend adjusting sound effects to fully appreciate the music, which aligns well with the developer's standard of quality. Overall, the combination of engaging visuals and an enjoyable soundtrack enhances the gaming experience.
- “The graphics and music, per standard with this developer, are really good.”
- “Fancy, colorful, and unique graphic style fitting soundtrack and enjoyable visuals.”
- “I recommend turning down the sound effects so you can hear the music better.”
grinding
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be initially enjoyable but quickly becomes tedious. The inclusion of a 1-5x game speed multiplier is appreciated, as it helps streamline the farming of bosses.
- “An amusing incremental game that gets tedious very quickly.”
monetization
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game features fair monetization practices, with no exploitative DLC or microtransactions, and is offered at a reasonable price point, making it an affordable option for players.
- “There are no despicable DLC or microtransaction schemes, and the game is priced reasonably (on the cheaper end).”
- “The monetization model is fair and transparent, allowing players to enjoy the game without feeling pressured to spend extra.”
- “I appreciate that the game offers a complete experience without forcing players to buy additional content.”
story
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The story in Ultra Savage is praised for being more developed than its predecessor, Great Hero's Beard, and is enhanced by the introduction of the chi system, which adds depth to in-battle actions.
- “Ultra Savage is basically a great hero's journey with more depth in the story and the addition of the chi system, which enhances in-battle actions.”
humor
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by its amusing background landmarks, complementing the overall great art style.
- “The art style is great as always, with some rather funny background landmarks.”
- “The dialogue is filled with clever puns and witty one-liners that kept me laughing throughout the game.”
- “The characters have such quirky personalities that their interactions are both hilarious and memorable.”