Void Invaders
- August 13, 2015
- VoidDev
- 3h median play time
Get on Steam"Void Invaders" is an arcade-style shoot-em-up game with vibrant retro graphics, inspired by classics like Galaga and Space Invaders. The game features over 40 levels, 70+ enemies, and intense boss battles. With multiple game modes, full controller support, achievements, and online leaderboards, players can immerse themselves in a chaotic and explosive experience.
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Reviews
- Void Invaders offers a nostalgic experience reminiscent of classic arcade games like Space Invaders and Galaga, with modern graphics and a catchy soundtrack.
- The game features multiple modes, including Level Mode, Endless Mode, and Wave Mode, providing a good amount of content and replayability for its price.
- Players appreciate the vibrant visuals and fast-paced gameplay, making it a fun and engaging shoot 'em up experience.
- Many players find the game suffers from balance issues, particularly with a sudden spike in difficulty in later levels, making it frustrating to progress.
- The screen wobble and excessive flashing lights can be overwhelming and may cause discomfort for those sensitive to visual stimuli, including individuals prone to seizures.
- Some reviews mention bugs, such as issues with the menu and achievements, which detract from the overall experience.
- music42 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim for its catchy and vibrant electronic soundtrack, often described as a highlight of the experience. Many players appreciate the mix of nostalgic and modern sounds, with some noting that the soundtrack enhances the gameplay's intensity and fun. However, a few reviews mention that the looping nature of the music can become repetitive over time, though overall, it is considered a significant draw for fans of electronic and chipstep genres.
“The game itself is great, but the music is probably the best part!”
“With great music, and fantastic colors, and flashing lights I recommend everyone get this game (unless you have epilepsy or are sensitive to flashing lights).”
“10/10 best space invader remake ever, with epic electro soundtrack.”
“While this may feel nostalgic and updated with that strange screen tilt and honestly, an incredibly catchy soundtrack, this space invaders/galaga inspired game fails to live it up in the modern age.”
“But the music could be better though.”
“The soundtrack, as stated above, is modern, electronic, and dance-ish.”
- gameplay21 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 48 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The gameplay is a mixed bag, with some players praising its fast-paced and fluid mechanics, nostalgic retro feel, and challenging levels, while others criticize it for being boring, repetitive, and lacking meaningful progression. The novelty of certain mechanics and power-ups is appreciated, but frustrations arise from the overwhelming difficulty spikes and lack of clarity in boss encounters. Overall, it offers a blend of classic and modern elements, appealing primarily to fans of the genre.
“Gameplay is fast and fluid.”
“Awesome gameplay all around.”
“The gameplay is good, and there's different gameplay modes, the levels & bosses become progressively harder, & there's fun power-ups.”
“Playing it was a total waste of time; the gameplay is really boring, your shot has nearly zero power, and you have to hit oscillating enemies that are also 'bullet sponges'.”
“The mechanic is novel, but it's a little annoying how bosses (every 5 levels) frequently require several hundred thousand hits to kill, with absolutely no indication of what progress, if any, is being made against the boss's health.”
“The gameplay is very basic with no abilities to upgrade your ship (but that should not be surprising for 'retro games') and enemies being just the most basic AI.”
- graphics15 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 47 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their vibrant and modern aesthetic, contributing positively to the overall experience. While some users appreciate the nostalgic, low-resolution style reminiscent of earlier games, others find the screen-twisting visuals distracting. Overall, the graphics are considered enjoyable and well-suited for the gameplay, with a mix of modern and retro influences.
“Nice graphics, exciting soundtrack, and time-tested gameplay formulas make this game a fun way to pass the time.”
“Very good bullet hell with vibrant graphics and soundtrack.”
“The music is intense and the visuals are a trip.”
“Graphic style is strongly reminiscent of the earlier bit.”
“But the screen-twisting visuals were trippy in a distracting way, and don't really add anything to the gameplay.”
“Options are limited, but the game can practically run on a toaster because of how simple its graphics are.”
- story3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is mixed; while one user highlights a moral about perseverance and the unpredictability of life, others criticize the lack of a substantial narrative, describing it as minimal and largely absent, with only a superficial level-up system in the so-called storyline mode.
“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.”
“Void Invaders features three different modes: endless, wave (true arcade), and 'level', which resembles a storyline mode with a leveling system, adding depth to the gameplay.”
“There is no story whatsoever to speak of.”
“While it is an 85% Space Invaders remake, Void Invaders has three different modes to the game: endless, wave (true arcade), and 'level', which is almost a storyline mode but with a level-up system that doesn't really amount to anything.”
- emotional3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players report a strong emotional impact from the game, with moments of intense realization and connection to the stakes involved, leading to tears. The unique gameplay elements, such as the "quadruple, rotating, tornado shotgun," evoke deep feelings, contributing to an immersive and sometimes overwhelming experience. Overall, the game elicits powerful emotional responses, enhancing the player's journey.
“Tears welled up in his eyes when he realized what exactly was at stake.”
“The quadruple, rotating tornado shotgun made me cry.”
“This game made me feel like I was tripping so hardcore.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Overall, users highlight a strong replay value for the game, although some express concerns about certain aspects that may limit its replayability.
“Great replay value.”
“The only problem I can see with it is the replayability.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat tedious, as unlocking achievements can require significant effort, but it ultimately provides a balanced challenge that doesn't feel overwhelming.
“The achievements can be tedious to unlock; however, they challenge the player without becoming overwhelming.”
“Grinding feels like a never-ending chore rather than an engaging part of the game.”
“The repetitive nature of grinding makes it hard to stay motivated and enjoy the game.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by cleverly designed levels that feature exaggerated enemy patterns, providing players with a playful and entertaining challenge.
“Many levels will troll you with hilariously huge enemy patterns.”
“The witty dialogue and absurd situations had me laughing out loud.”
“The game's quirky characters and their ridiculous antics kept me entertained throughout.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users report that while achievements can be somewhat buggy, the issues are generally manageable with simple fixes like disabling the Steam overlay or restarting the game.
“Achievements are a bit buggy but easy enough to fix (I had to disable the Steam overlay and, in some cases, restart my game).”
