Void Source
- August 22, 2020
- Lovixsama
Get on Steam"Void Source" is a non-stop action game with levels set in hazardous environments like underwater and volcano, featuring huge bosses and Steam Trading Cards. The game offers 25 weapons, with more becoming available through a technology tree. Players can also enjoy the optional scanline screen effect and Steam Achievements.
Nintendo Switch
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Playstation 4
Windows
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Reviews
- The game features good graphics and an engaging atmosphere, making it enjoyable for players.
- It has a variety of levels and a decent arsenal of weapons, along with an interesting level editor.
- The music is outstanding and adds to the overall experience of the game.
- The game suffers from technical issues, including crashes and unresponsive controls, which detract from the gameplay experience.
- It is very short, with some players completing it in under two hours, leading to a lack of content.
- The game has a low-quality retro aesthetic and lacks customization options, making it feel outdated and unpolished.
- graphics9 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 11 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are a mixed bag, with some users criticizing the use of outdated retro pixel art and lack of resolution options, while others praise the visuals as good and fitting for the genre. Overall, the game features reasonable graphics that complement its mechanics, though it may feel less polished compared to contemporary titles.
“Good graphics!”
“An excellent, moderately difficult game with good mechanics and visuals!”
“+ has very good quality for its genre, the graphics are alright and work well with the concepts of the game.”
“A choice was made to use obsolete, decades-old retro pixel art as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
“There's no option to change the resolution and no useful graphics tweaks.”
“While this is on PC, it has all the hallmarks and deficiencies of a console game, from the clunkier than needed control scheme to the less than cutting-edge graphics.”
- music6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised for its quality, with some tracks described as outstanding and enhancing the overall experience. While it contributes positively to the atmosphere, some players noted that it can become repetitive over time, leading to a desire to turn it off after extended play. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a strong point, particularly in the context of the game's engaging gameplay.
“Void Source is a short but cheap shmup with an amazing soundtrack and pretty solid gameplay that will probably get more content after the early access.”
“+ some of the music is outstanding, not sure if it's original or not, but regardless, it makes the game more enjoyable.”
“It's an amusing bit of shooting fun, the graphics are quite reasonable, the sound effects are fine, and the music is okay (at least at first, although you might want to turn it off after you've been playing for a while).”
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- story6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The story emphasizes resilience and the unpredictability of life, encouraging players to persevere despite challenges. While the narrative is engaging, some players find the missions repetitive, with a mix of boss battles and unique challenges. Overall, the story mode is functional and enjoyable, making it a worthwhile experience despite its early access status.
“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.”
“However, the main part of the game, story mode, is working fine - so don't let the early access label stop you from buying it.”
“Repetitive missions just under the same background!”
“You can complete their 6 or so levels in story mode well before you get your second card.”
“In story mode, most of the levels have an enemy boss (except for the volcano level, which makes you do some hard flying and weaving instead).”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is generally well-received, featuring solid mechanics and an engaging soundtrack, though opinions vary significantly; some praise its moderate difficulty and visuals, while others criticize it for poor aesthetics and lackluster gameplay. Overall, it appears to offer a worthwhile experience, especially considering potential future content.
“An excellent, moderately difficult game with good mechanics and visuals!”
“Void Source is a short but affordable shmup with an amazing soundtrack and pretty solid gameplay that will probably receive more content after early access.”
“It's another side-scrolling shooter that looks awful, and the gameplay isn't much better.”
“The controls are unresponsive, making it frustrating to play.”
“The level design is repetitive and lacks creativity, leading to a dull experience.”
- monetization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization of Gamemaker Studio is criticized for promoting low-quality, retro-style games often seen as cash grabs, with specific mention of Void Source being overpriced at around $5 USD despite its defects, especially when compared to numerous free, higher-quality alternatives available on Steam.
“Void Source has the preposterous cash grab price of around $5 USD. It's not worth it given the defects and shortcomings of the product, especially considering the sheer number of completely free, much higher quality games on Steam.”
“Gamemaker Studio is most commonly used to make retro pixel shovelware and cash grabs.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is described as engaging, drawing players into its immersive environment and enhancing the overall experience.
“The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into the game's world.”
“Every detail contributes to a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that keeps you on edge.”
“The atmosphere is rich and layered, making every moment feel alive and meaningful.”
