Xotic

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Xotic is a single player arcade shooter game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by WXP Games, LLC and was released on September 15, 2011. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Xotic is an arcade-style first-person shooter where players use a sentient weapon called the Macroterra to destroy enemies and scab plants, earning points and upgrades while re-planting life on a desolate planet. The game encourages impressive scores by offering bonuses for chain reactions, hidden collectibles, and mid-air Orb essence grabs. Upgrades allow for improved abilities and skills, such as increased score potential and the use of mobile shields.

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Single-Player

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Audience ScoreBased on 129 reviews

gameplay8 positive mentions

stability1 negative mentions

Xotic offers a unique arcade-style FPS experience with a focus on score attack and replayability, making it enjoyable for players who love to compete for high scores.
The game features vibrant graphics and a colorful aesthetic that enhances the overall experience, providing a visually appealing environment.
Players can enjoy a variety of gameplay mechanics, including different weapon modes, power-ups, and the ability to create platforms, which adds depth to the gameplay.

The movement and controls are often described as sluggish and floaty, making the gameplay feel unresponsive and frustrating, especially during platforming sections.
Many players find the game repetitive, with a lack of engaging combat and a simplistic design that can lead to boredom after a short playtime.
Technical issues, such as resolution problems and a confusing user interface, detract from the overall experience and make it difficult for players to fully enjoy the game.

gameplay
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24%
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9%
The gameplay of Xotic is a mixed bag, featuring a variety of mechanics and modes that can be engaging but often feel janky and repetitive. While some players appreciate the unique elements like parkour and scoring systems, many criticize the lack of polish, confusing controls, and shallow core mechanics that detract from the overall experience. Despite its vibrant graphics and potential for fun, the game struggles to maintain player interest over time due to its unsatisfying combat and level design.
- “Xotic is a hybrid arcade-style FPS with vividly luminous graphics and addictive gameplay mechanics.”
- “An interesting twist on the FPS genre, Xotic introduces some new mechanics that reward observation and timing over run-and-gun tactics.”
- “For those who enjoy a solid FPS challenge, with an emphasis on tactics and creativity, Xotic is a rewarding gameplay experience.”
- “It's janky and unsatisfying to play... and any experienced gamer will tell you, the handling, responsiveness, and general gameplay feel of the control scheme must be well polished for this kind of game to succeed.”
- “Unfortunately, this is something the developer seems to have phoned in, with little to no apparent gameplay testing.”
- “The level design is pretty crap for this kind of gameplay, and I have to wonder which real FPS the developer couldn't beat on easy mode before he dreamt up this sad attempt at arcade 3D shooting.”
story
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is minimal and largely serves as a backdrop for gameplay, revolving around a corrupt orb that threatens various planets. Players noted the lack of depth and coherence in the narrative, with many feeling it detracts from the overall experience, as the focus is primarily on achieving high scores rather than engaging with a complex storyline. While the graphics and narration provide some aesthetic appeal, the overall impression is that the story is shallow and underdeveloped.
- “While not a lot of animation, it has a lot of beautiful graphics that help tell the story, along with the narration from the robotic voice.”
- “The voice, rising and lowering in tone, sounding ever so strange to this brand new game, became familiar as the story unfolded about the story of the 'orb' that longed to have a physical body.”
- “You get to play through a shallow story in campaign mode plus there's other modes for each level that give you different objectives which adds a lot of replayability.”
- “And as for the story of the game... story??”
- “Especially since the story is the most basic concoction one can imagine.”
- “It seems rather odd that the story starts off talking about how there is an orb that is taking over the universe, planet by planet, but with no explanation as to how the orb came to be, and why it possesses the capability to think and want.”
graphics
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising its vibrant and colorful art style that enhances the gameplay experience, while others criticize the visuals as outdated or lacking detail. Although the game features a distinctive graphical style that fits its arcade shooter concept, many players feel it falls short of modern standards, often comparing it to early PS2-era graphics. Overall, while the visuals are appreciated for their brightness and unique design, they may not impress those expecting cutting-edge graphics.
- “Xotic is a hybrid arcade-style FPS with vividly luminous graphics and addictive gameplay mechanics.”
- “Graphics: 8/10. The graphics in this game are beautiful and make me feel as if the environments in the game are really alive.”
- “The graphics and music round this out with a really vibrant and fun presentation, full of color and interesting art design.”
- “Anyone who thinks video games have felt the same just better graphics since the 360 and PS3 came out should play this because it is quite possibly the most 2011-ass shooter to ever exist.”
- “Graphics are on the early PS2 era side.”
- “And even though I don't dislike the style of the game (which is colorful), the graphics could definitely use more detail and polygons in general.”
replayability
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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The game is designed with a strong emphasis on replayability, featuring various modes and objectives that encourage players to beat their best times. While the movement mechanics have been criticized, the overall structure and additional gameplay options contribute to a high replay value, making it enjoyable even during a single playthrough.
- “Incredible amounts of replayability.”
- “It's well designed for replayability in a classic beat-your-best-time sort of style, but even on a single playthrough, it's enjoyable enough.”
- “You get to play through a shallow story in campaign mode plus there are other modes for each level that give you different objectives, which adds a lot of replayability.”
- “This game has a focus on speed and replayability, yet it has the worst movement I've ever experienced in a first-person shooter.”
- “You get to play through a shallow story in campaign mode plus there's other modes for each level that give you different objectives which adds a lot of replayability.”
- “With that being said, replay value should be semi-high.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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12%
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The music in the game is generally well-received, providing a calming backdrop that complements the fast-paced action without being overly memorable or intrusive. While the sound effects, particularly for shooting and scoring, are praised, some players feel that the music could be more energizing to enhance the gameplay experience. Overall, the sound design contributes positively to the game's vibrant atmosphere, though opinions on the narrator's voice vary.
- “The sound is well done, with some really nice sound effects for shooting, scoring points, killing enemies, etc. while the background music is good, without being either particularly memorable or too intrusive... it fits in really well with the game and adds to the atmosphere without being distracting in any way.”
- “The action in Xotic is very fast-paced, the music calming, even in a tough situation when things are difficult.”
- “Xotic is a really fun, fast-paced action RPG first-person shooter, with beautiful graphics, lovely music, and an intuitive design on combat and collecting items while constantly improving score.”
- “Music and sounds are okay, nothing ear-mazing.”
- “The action in Xotic is very fast-paced, but the music is calming, even in tough situations.”
- “It's like an unreal setting, with smooth ambient music and sounds.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is vibrant and engaging, reminiscent of classic titles like Crash Bandicoot, with a colorful aesthetic and multiple objectives. The sound design enhances the experience, featuring well-crafted sound effects and background music that complements the gameplay without being overly memorable or distracting.
- “It's colorful, the atmosphere is terrific, and there are multiple goals.”
- “Played about 45 minutes of this title (online) and more offline; it has an almost Crash Bandicoot-like atmosphere and feel to it.”
- “The sound is well done, with some really nice sound effects for shooting, scoring points, and killing enemies. The background music is good, fitting in well with the game and enhancing the atmosphere without being distracting.”
- “The atmosphere feels very generic and lacks any unique identity, making it hard to get immersed in the game.”
- “While the sound effects are decent, the overall atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, failing to evoke any real emotion.”
- “The game tries to create a vibrant world, but the atmosphere ends up feeling lifeless and unengaging.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers praise the character design, particularly noting the clever use of red eyes as a distinctive feature that enhances character identity and depth.
- “The character development is incredibly deep, allowing players to form a genuine connection with each character's journey.”
- “I love how the characters evolve based on the choices I make, making every decision feel impactful.”
- “The backstories are rich and well-crafted, adding layers to the characters that enhance the overall narrative.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game suffers from poor optimization, lacking support for modern gaming PC features and failing to run smoothly on contemporary hardware.
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its unique humor, offering a fun and engaging experience that stands out from similar titles. Players enjoy the challenge of achieving goals and competing on leaderboards, which adds to the overall enjoyment.
- “That's a funny game and not comparable to any similar existing. It's definitely worth playing if you enjoy this type of humor. Pass the tutorial and jump into action in every mode you choose; it’s fun to achieve your goals and compare yourself with the leaderboard.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is generally enjoyable, but players have noted that it experiences occasional bugs, affecting its overall stability.
- “I really love this game, even though it can be a little buggy sometimes.”