XIIZEAL

About

"XIIZeal" is a shooter game that offers various game modes, including local multi-player for up to 2 players, single-player, and a split screen option. Developed by Triangle Service, it boasts highly detailed pixel graphics, massive boss enemies, and a fun scoring system that encourages chaining kills to build a multiplier. The difficulty settings are adjustable, and it supports picture rotation and vertical aspect displays for an authentic arcade experience. In the game, you'll face legions of tanks, planes, and robots, aiming to defeat bosses, dodge bullets, and chase high scores.

Genres & Tags

Action

Play Modes

94%

Audience ScoreBased on 64 reviews

gameplay8 positive mentions

The game features unique mechanics such as side attacks and a scoring system that rewards aggressive play, making it engaging for players.
Graphics and sound design are praised, with many reviewers noting the game's visual appeal and enjoyable soundtrack.
The difficulty curve is well-balanced, providing a challenge that is accessible to both newcomers and veterans of the genre.

The game is limited to only three credits, which can be frustrating for casual players who may not reach the later stages.
Some achievements are broken and unlikely to be fixed, detracting from the overall experience for completionists.
The graphics can sometimes blend with the background, making it difficult to see enemy bullets, especially during intense moments.

gameplay
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
54%
13%
The gameplay in this game is characterized by unique mechanics such as side attacks and a back thruster attack, making it both fun and engaging. Players appreciate the simple shoot-and-dodge mechanics, along with a scoring system that rewards skillful use of side-firing shots and multipliers. While some find the waggle mechanic annoying, the overall experience is solid, offering challenging and action-packed gameplay with a distinct pixel art style.
- “This game has some unique mechanics with side attacks and back thruster attack.”
- “Overall, the game still delivers solid challenging gameplay, with lots of action on screen and many surprising moments.”
- “Don't like the waggle mechanic, but thankfully they gave us a button to make it far less annoying.”
- “The gameplay is very simple; you shoot and dodge.”
- “Xiizeal is a relatively sparse shooting game, but its unusual mechanics and branching stages make for a very enjoyable package.”
graphics
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
78%
11%
11%
Overall, the graphics are highly praised, described as fantastic with well-animated actions and solid visual quality. However, some users noted that certain effects, like cloud cover, can be distracting during gameplay. The option to play in pixel perfect or filtered modes adds to the visual experience, complementing the game's strong soundtrack and engaging gameplay.
- “And the graphics are fantastic.”
- “The graphics and sound are probably the best in the series.”
- “The graphic is very good, the actions on screen are very well animated.”
- “My only complaint is that the graphics get a little distracting at times, with cloud cover over bullets and whatnot.”
- “You can play either pixel perfect or with filtering mode to smooth out the graphics.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The music in the game is highly praised, particularly the funky title track, with reviewers highlighting the impressive composition by Naoto, especially given the limitations of the original arcade hardware. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature that complements the good graphics and engaging gameplay.
- “The soundtrack though, dear lord, Naoto is a god for composing something like this on hardware as bad as he did back when this was in arcades.”
- “In summation: good graphics, great soundtrack, and lots of input lag-free fun, just like the earlier 360 release, only now on Steam!”
- “The music is good, especially the title music; it is really funky.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is highly optimized, maintaining a smooth 60fps even during intense moments with numerous bullets on screen.
- “Very intense, even with lots of bullets on screen, the game still runs smoothly at 60fps.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
Players appreciate the high replayability of the game, citing numerous secrets that encourage multiple playthroughs.
- “There are lots of secrets for extra replayability.”
- “The game offers numerous secrets that enhance replayability.”
- “With so many hidden elements, the replayability is off the charts.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story involves a mission that spans across eight levels, each featuring a variety of enemy crafts and challenging bosses, providing a structured and action-packed narrative experience.
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is consistently praised for being exceptional and perfectly tailored to each level, enhancing the overall experience.
- “It's absolutely incredible and fits the atmosphere of each level perfectly.”