VolticPistol
- March 26, 2020
- Sunset Arctic Games
Get on SteamVolticPistol is a 2D medieval-cyberpunk platformer where you shoot or slice your way through your enemies. Every time you face death, your clone will reappear with a different set of stats, along with a different set of enemies to face. Each level will never be played the same way twice! The player will need to adapt to different stats and enemies to emerge at the top of the castle for victory! …
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Reviews
- The game offers a large range of weapons, power-ups, and hidden items, providing hours of challenging entertainment.
- It features a unique respawn mechanic that alters character traits, enhancing replayability and requiring players to adapt their strategies.
- The art style, soundtrack, and level design are all praised, contributing to a fun and immersive gaming experience.
- The game can be quite challenging, which may not appeal to all players, especially those looking for a more casual experience.
- Some enemies require specific attack strategies to defeat, which can lead to frustration for players unfamiliar with their patterns.
- Playing on higher difficulty levels can become intense and overwhelming, potentially deterring less experienced gamers.
- music4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's music has received high praise for its high-energy soundtrack and excellent original compositions that complement its medieval-cyberpunk setting. Reviewers recommend purchasing the soundtrack alongside the game for an enhanced experience.
“To top it off, the game has a wonderfully high-energy soundtrack.”
“Medieval-cyberpunk setting with an excellent original soundtrack.”
“The soundtrack is fantastic - if you buy the game, I also recommend you pick up a copy of the OST as well.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users suggest that using a controller enhances the game's performance, indicating that it is the preferred input method for optimal gameplay experience.
“I would recommend using a controller for optimum performance.”
“The game's optimization allows for smooth gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
“I appreciate how the developers have fine-tuned the settings for better performance.”
“Would recommend a controller for optimum performance.”
“The game struggles to maintain a stable frame rate, even on high-end systems.”
“Loading times are excessively long, making the experience frustrating.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The inclusion of roguelike character traits significantly enhances the game's replayability, offering players varied experiences with each playthrough.
“The roguelike character traits provide a significant amount of replayability.”
“Each playthrough feels fresh and exciting due to the diverse character options.”
“The game's mechanics encourage multiple runs, making it hard to put down.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The graphics are characterized as cute yet simplistic, with a notable emphasis on the visual design of enemy projectiles. Overall, they contribute to a charming aesthetic that enhances the gameplay experience.
“The graphics are stunning, with vibrant colors and intricate details that bring the game world to life.”
“I love how the art style blends beautifully with the gameplay, creating an immersive experience.”
“The environments are beautifully designed, making every location feel unique and visually captivating.”
“After respawning, I noticed the cute but simplistic graphics, and the way the enemy bullets just fly towards me is quite underwhelming.”
“The graphics feel outdated and lack the detail that modern games offer, making the overall experience less immersive.”
“While the art style has its charm, the low-resolution textures and bland environments really detract from the gameplay.”
