XenoRaptor

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"XenoRaptor is a Science Fiction Shooter game where players control cyberdragons, annihilating enemies in high-speed, skill-based action. The game features 2-player local co-op and up to 8-player online multiplayer. Design your own weapons and engage in strategic combat against cunning AI enemies, with the ultimate challenge of taking down massive bosses."

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79%

Audience ScoreBased on 112 reviews

gameplay9 positive mentions

grinding4 negative mentions

Fast-paced and chaotic gameplay that keeps players engaged and on their toes.
Extensive customization options for weapons and ships, allowing for varied playstyles.
Unique and entertaining enemy designs, including chainsaw ships and other imaginative foes.

Frequent crashes and technical issues make the game frustrating and sometimes unplayable.
Repetitive gameplay with a lack of variety in levels and enemy formations can lead to boredom.
The game has been abandoned by the developer, leaving it in an unfinished state with no updates.

gameplay
41 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
71%
7%
Gameplay in this title is characterized by its fast-paced, chaotic bullet-hell mechanics that cater to fans of top-down shooters, offering a blend of simplicity and addictive action. While the combat mechanics are straightforward, the extensive customization options and unique weapon styles provide variety and depth, though some players find the overall experience repetitive and lacking in structure. Despite some technical issues and a few criticisms regarding enemy behavior and control implementation, many players appreciate the intense, frenetic gameplay that encourages skill improvement and high-score chasing.
- “The gameplay is pretty simple top-down shooting, but the extensive customization system means there's always new combinations of loadouts to try out.”
- “I keep coming back to this game thanks to its super quick, frenetic, sweat-inducing fun gameplay and the fact that it is a coffee-break game!”
- “The gameplay has the same fast, frenetic, frantic pace of Assault Android Cactus, as bullets and enemies fly in from all angles, and you must constantly stay on the move, rarely given a moment to rest.”
- “Gameplay is not bad, but it lacks more variety like different weapons and such, so it becomes rather boring after a while.”
- “No structure in gameplay, like different waves or formations of enemies; everyone is just flying randomly and rushing towards your ship when close.”
- “Game left to rot without updates; forget using a controller due to the shoddy implementation. Gameplay with a mouse is okay, but quite repetitive, bland, and one-dimensional in the end.”
graphics
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
43%
14%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players finding them outdated and basic, while others appreciate the visual aesthetics and smooth performance. Many highlight the appealing design of weapons and environments, noting that the graphics are suitable for a smaller title, with some even comparing them favorably to other games in the genre. Overall, while there are criticisms regarding the dated appearance, several players enjoy the visuals and find them engaging within the game's context.
- “I like the graphics quite a bit.”
- “The graphics are nice, the music is decent, and the customization is great so far.”
- “Visuals are quite pretty and ran smooth for me.”
- “And let's not even get started on the graphics and UI – basic and dated, to say the least.”
- “The graphics may be okay when the game was first released, but looks outdated now.”
- “You can buy this and apparently run it for Mac, but a friend of mine Discord screenshared with me (owns a Mac) and just by looks it's a very broken main menu, graphics, frame issues and gameplay-wise... not sure if it's just on their end or not.”
music
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
37%
16%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some praising it as "god tier" and fitting for the fast-paced gameplay, while others find it repetitive and lacking in variety. Overall, players appreciate the energetic soundtrack that complements the sci-fi theme, though many suggest that a more dynamic and varied score would enhance the experience. Additionally, the limited audio settings restrict customization of the music volume, which some users find frustrating.
- “It's a sci-fi space shoot-em-up with chainsaws for enemies, an enormous arsenal of weapons, and has awesome music.”
- “Overall it's damn fast and furious with great music.”
- “The background music definitely fits the game's over-the-top space battle aesthetic.”
- “Graphics, sound, music, everything is simple and it already looks a bit dated.”
- “The soundtrack is half-assed.”
- “Soundtrack variety is sparse.”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
80%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be quite pronounced, with repetitive levels and waves of enemies leading to a sense of monotony, especially when dying before boss fights yields no rewards. However, the extensive customization options and varied enemy designs provide enough incentive to keep engaging with the game, making the grinding feel more enjoyable for some. Overall, while grinding is a significant element, its impact varies based on individual player experience.
- “The enemies are generally combinations of characteristics, for example, a fast chainsaw ship that uses a chaingun. This variety makes the levels engaging enough that they don't feel grindy, while still being similar enough that you can easily identify the type of enemy you're facing.”
- “It's extremely grindy; every level looks pretty much the same, and you fight 10 waves of enemies.”
- “At this point, you don't get rewarded at all when you die before defeating a boss. I believe they will change this, because right now it means the only way to progress is by grinding content you know for sure you can beat, which gets repetitive.”
- “Can tend to get grindy.”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
The game's story is praised for its depth, strong voice acting, and character development, creating an engaging narrative experience. However, some players feel the overall plot is simplistic, focusing on a hyper space dragon saving the universe, and criticize the campaign mode for lacking content after initial missions, leading to a grindy experience. Future updates are anticipated to enhance the story further.
- “You can tell developers have put a lot of time and energy into a great game when the story is good, the voice acting is superb, and the character development almost becomes a game unto itself.”
- “The only story is that you're a hyperspace dragon, trying to save the universe.”
- “The only story is that you're a hyperspace dragon trying to save the universe.”
- “It took me 3-4 hours to accomplish all missions, and after that, nothing at all happened, though it was fun while it lasted.”
- “Gets a bit grindy due to the lack of story in the campaign mode at this point; but to my understanding, this is getting added.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
150%
Character development in the game is praised for its depth and quality, with strong storytelling and excellent voice acting enhancing the experience. However, some players feel that it is somewhat restricted, primarily focusing on customizing the space dragon through weapons and upgrades rather than deeper narrative growth.
- “You can tell developers have put a lot of time and energy into a great game when the story is good, the voice acting is superb, and the character development almost becomes a game unto itself.”
- “Character development is limited to how you outfit your space dragon with various weapons and upgrades.”
- “The characters feel one-dimensional, lacking any real growth or depth throughout the game.”
- “I was disappointed by the lack of meaningful choices that affect character progression.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
150%
Overall, the game's replayability is considered good, though some users note that it can be completed relatively quickly, which may limit the desire to replay it frequently.
- “The replayability is good.”
- “This game, however, has its issues with replayability, as it can be completed a little too quickly.”
- “This game has issues with replayability, as it can be completed a little too quickly.”
- “The lack of meaningful choices makes replaying the game feel redundant.”
- “Once you've experienced the story, there's little incentive to go back for a second playthrough.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is a significant issue, with users reporting frequent freezes and crashes occurring every 5 to 10 minutes, detracting from the overall enjoyment.
- “This game is fun enough if it would work, but every 5 to 10 minutes it freezes and then crashes.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game features a lighthearted sense of humor that elicits occasional chuckles, adding a playful touch to the overall experience.
- “There's enough humor sprinkled throughout the game to make you chuckle from time to time.”
- “The witty dialogue and clever puns kept me laughing during my entire playthrough.”
- “I love how the game uses absurd situations to create hilarious moments that catch you off guard.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game is praised for its good performance, indicating effective optimization that allows for smooth gameplay.
- “The game runs smoothly with excellent performance.”
- “I appreciate the optimization; it really enhances the overall experience.”
- “The developers have done a fantastic job optimizing the game for various systems.”

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