WarSphere
- February 15, 2024
- Last Tuesday Games
You take the role of an NC3 AI-Chip that emulates the neural correlates of consciousness, an artificial brain, operating a highly effective Armed Spherical Robotic System, aka a WarSphere. An entity called 'Mother' overrides your purpose and sends you on a journey of destruction, the meaning of which will only unravel at your final destination. WarSphere is a game for those who like challengin…
Reviews
- Fun and addictive gameplay with a smooth engine and responsive controls.
- Offers customization options and a variety of weapons, enhancing the overall experience.
- Great for short sessions and perfect for killing time, with a lot of replayability due to randomly generated levels.
- The free version is limited in content, with much of the game locked behind DLC.
- Graphics and sound design are considered subpar by some players.
- The game can be frustratingly difficult, with instant death mechanics that may deter some players.
- story7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The story revolves around a customizable robot engaging in fast-paced missions filled with combat against various enemies and bosses, with a focus on gameplay mechanics rather than a deep narrative. Players can unlock story fragments for additional context, but the main experience is designed for quick, action-oriented play, with the overall campaign being relatively short and challenging.
“You can simply jump straight in and start running and gunning (or rolling) :) and if you want a deeper story, there are story fragments that can be unlocked and read for more plot info.”
“It's permadeath and difficult, but that also brings about a good 'you've earned this' feeling when you can actually complete missions.”
“Beat the free part of the story on max difficulty in 1 hour, so not that long.”
“Beat the free part of the story on max difficulty in 1 hour, so it's not that long.”
“You can simply jump straight in and start running and gunning (or rolling), and if you want a deeper story, there are story fragments that can be unlocked and read for more plot info.”
“The gameplay is very fast-paced, but the story feels lacking and doesn't provide enough depth to engage players.”
- gameplay5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The gameplay is fast-paced and engaging, featuring a variety of customizable weapons with realistic physics, such as a minigun that causes significant recoil. Players can also personalize their sphere with different colors and decals, while upgrading its capacity between missions. Overall, the combination of graphics, sound, and gameplay elements contributes to a highly enjoyable experience, making it a standout in the roguelike genre.
“The gameplay is awesome and fast; I can already see it becoming one of my favorite roguelikes!”
“The gameplay is very fast-paced, with tons of different weapons featuring excellent physics. For example, the minigun has so much recoil that you start rolling backwards. The blood and guts of the enemies get on the sphere, and you spread it around. The sphere itself is customizable with many different color and decal combinations that you collect throughout your run, and you can upgrade the base capacity between missions.”
“Everything is awesome: graphics, sounds, music, and gameplay.”
“The gameplay is very fast-paced, with tons of different weapons that have impressive physics. For example, the minigun has so much recoil that you start rolling backwards. The blood and guts of the enemies get on the sphere, and you spread it around. The sphere itself is customizable with many different color and decal combinations that you collect throughout your run, and you can upgrade the base capacity between missions.”
“+free (act1+act2 = ~20-30 minutes of gameplay)”
- music3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its quality and ability to enhance the overall atmosphere, with developers offering a variety of options to ensure player and streamer enjoyment. Overall, it complements the graphics and gameplay effectively, contributing to a well-rounded experience.
“The music is really nice, and the developers did everything to provide as many options to players and streamers as possible to keep them safe and entertained.”
“Everything is awesome: graphics, sounds, music, and gameplay.”
“I really liked the music; it fits well into the game and its atmosphere.”
- monetization2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game is praised for being completely free and devoid of microtransactions, contrasting sharply with the prevalent issues of pay-to-win mechanics and loot boxes in other titles. Players appreciate this approach, likening their experience to a noble fight against exploitative monetization practices.
“The game is totally free without any microtransactions!!!”
“Together, we shall weather the storm of microtransactions and loot boxes, standing tall against the tide of pay-to-win villains like noble knights in a digital crusade.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The graphics are highly praised for their quality, contributing to an immersive experience alongside impressive sound and music. Players appreciate the smooth shooting and movement mechanics, enhancing the overall gameplay.
“The graphics are stunning, creating an immersive experience that enhances gameplay.”
“Everything is awesome: the graphics, sounds, music, and gameplay work together perfectly.”
“The graphics, shooting, and movement feel very smooth, which is great!”
“The graphics are outdated and lack detail, making the game feel less immersive.”
“Character models look flat and lifeless, which detracts from the overall experience.”
“The environments are bland and repetitive, failing to capture my interest.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game boasts high replayability due to its randomly generated enemies and levels, which keeps the experience fresh and engaging. Players appreciate the love and care put into its design, making it a satisfying and enjoyable stress reliever.
“You can tell that love has been poured into the creation of this game, and it's so replayable.”
“Great as a stress reliever! It has really satisfying sounds. What's really nice is that the enemies and levels are randomly generated, so there's lots of replayability!”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Reviews suggest that while the game may have some glitches, they are generally viewed as charming quirks rather than significant issues, contributing to a unique gaming experience.
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
“I experienced constant lag and frame drops, which ruined the overall experience.”
“There are so many bugs that it feels like the game was released in an unfinished state.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is woven into its engaging story, with players uncovering amusing details such as the clever acronym of an in-game company and the quirky lore surrounding the warsphere, enhancing the overall narrative experience.
“The humor in the game is cleverly woven into the story, with hilarious acronyms and witty dialogue that keep you engaged.”
“I love how the game uses humor to enhance the lore; discovering the funny backstories behind characters and events adds a delightful twist to the gameplay.”
“The comedic elements are perfectly timed, making even the most serious moments light-hearted and enjoyable.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is enhanced by its well-fitting music, which users find to be a significant and enjoyable aspect of the overall experience.
“I really liked the music; it fits well into the game and its atmosphere.”