Voidrun
- June 5, 2019
- Pentadrangle
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Reviews
- The game features a fantastic core idea and innovative mechanics that keep gameplay fresh and engaging.
- The art style and soundtrack are standout elements, enhancing the overall experience.
- Voidrun offers multiple game modes and a variety of enemy designs, providing a good amount of content and replayability.
- The pacing and difficulty can be frustrating, with many players finding the game overly challenging and unfair at times.
- Some core mechanics, such as orb management and enemy behavior, lead to tedious and confusing gameplay.
- The arcade mode lacks a gradual difficulty curve and can feel bare-bones compared to other modes.
- gameplay16 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 31 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Voidrun features a unique orb management mechanic that adds depth but can lead to frustration due to underpowered starts and inconsistent enemy behavior. While the inventive enemy designs and retro-inspired mechanics offer a satisfying experience, issues with visual clarity and dodging can detract from the overall enjoyment. Despite these challenges, the game is praised for its originality, art style, and value, making it appealing for fans of retro-pixel games.
“A core mechanic of Voidrun is managing the stock of orbs you have on hand, so that you do not run out while battling enemies.”
“Very satisfying and addictive game mechanic.”
“Unique reinvention of old-school Qix mechanics and a good microgame in its own right - lots of inventive enemy designs and some fresh twists.”
“But some combination of the core mechanics and enemy design just leads to extremely tedious and frustrating gameplay.”
“Possibly inspired by that one computer game from the late 80s I can't recall the name of, Voidrun tries to present the player a slightly different approach to space shooters, but ends up slowing down the gameplay a tad too much.”
“Some frustrating readability issues arise from the visual busyness and intricate dodging mechanics - the fact that your friendly 'void balls' and enemy bullets both flash similarly, cluster around the player at crucial freeze-frame moments, then spray in similar patterns making them difficult to tell apart - it's deadly confusing and frustrated the hell out of me. More often than not, this is what killed me, and it felt unfair.”
- music7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 29 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised as its standout feature, with a diverse and impressive soundtrack that enhances the gameplay experience across various planets. Reviewers highlight the quality of the music as exceptional, often rating it highly and noting its contribution to the overall enjoyment of the game.
“After a roulette of a few perks, you're presented with a varying selection of planets to conquer, each with their own amazing soundtrack, crazy enemy types, and environments to either destroy or use to your advantage.”
“The soundtrack is the best part of the game.”
“Love the art style and music, and plenty of variation to the interesting gameplay mechanics.”
“The soundtrack is definitely the highlight though, much like most bad Sonic games.”
“11/10 music”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, largely due to a combination of core mechanics and enemy design that detracts from the overall experience.
“The combination of core mechanics and enemy design leads to extremely tedious and frustrating gameplay.”
“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 invested in the game's story and characters.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is generally praised for its beauty, particularly in the post-game cinematic; however, a sound bug has been noted as a significant detractor that undermines this immersive experience.
- graphics1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their appealing art style and vibrant visuals, which complement the engaging gameplay mechanics. Users appreciate the variety and creativity in the design, enhancing the overall gaming experience.
“The art style is absolutely stunning, and the music complements it perfectly, creating an immersive experience.”
“The graphics are vibrant and full of detail, making every environment feel alive and engaging.”
“I appreciate the variety in the visuals; each area has its own unique aesthetic that keeps the game visually interesting.”
- story1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The story aspect allows for limited exploration, enabling players to choose the order of levels and progress through different planets, reminiscent of the story mode in 'Hell is Other Demons'.
“The game offers a unique narrative experience, allowing players to explore different planets in a way that feels reminiscent of the story mode in 'Hell is Other Demons'.”
“The story unfolds through a series of engaging levels, each set on a different planet, providing a sense of progression and discovery.”
“I love how the game allows for limited exploration while still maintaining a strong narrative flow, making each level feel significant to the overall story.”
“The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent narrative, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“Character development is minimal, leaving the players with little emotional investment in the plot.”
“The dialogue is often clichéd and uninspired, which detracts from the overall storytelling experience.”
