Xotic

About

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.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

74%

Audience ScoreBased on 127 reviews

gameplay8 positive mentions

stability1 negative mentions

Xotic offers a unique arcade-style FPS experience with a vibrant and colorful aesthetic, making it visually appealing.
The game features a score attack mechanic that encourages replayability, allowing players to improve their scores and compete on leaderboards.
Despite its flaws, Xotic provides a fun and addictive gameplay experience for those who enjoy fast-paced, point-based challenges.

The game feels dated and lacks modern features, resulting in clunky controls and sluggish movement that detracts from the overall experience.
Many players find the gameplay repetitive and shallow, with a lack of engaging narrative or depth in mechanics.
Xotic's technical issues and poor optimization for contemporary systems make it difficult to recommend, especially at its current price point.

gameplay
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24%
68%
9%
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it janky and unsatisfying due to poor handling and repetitive mechanics, while others appreciate its unique blend of arcade-style FPS elements and scoring systems. Although it features interesting mechanics like flying and deployable shields, many feel that the core gameplay lacks depth and can become tedious over time. Overall, while there are enjoyable aspects and potential for high scores, the experience may not be engaging enough for all players.
- “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.”
graphics
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
42%
16%
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, reminiscent of early PS2-era graphics. Despite the varied opinions, many agree that the graphics contribute positively to the game's unique atmosphere and overall enjoyment.
- “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 pretty crap and the constant view of just the weapon is annoying.”
- “Graphics are on the early PS2 era side.”
story
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
16%
68%
16%
The game's story is largely criticized for its lack of depth and coherence, revolving around a simplistic premise of a corrupt orb taking over planets without sufficient backstory or development. Players noted that the focus is more on achieving high scores and completing objectives rather than engaging with a meaningful narrative, resulting in a shallow experience. While the graphics and narration provide some aesthetic appeal, the overall storytelling is deemed basic and uninspired, leaving little incentive for players to invest in the plot.
- “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??”
- “Very nice little FPS with no real semblance of story.”
- “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.”
replayability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
25%
38%
The game offers incredible replayability, with a focus on beating personal bests and various modes that provide different objectives for each level. While the campaign features a shallow story, the additional modes significantly enhance the overall replay value, making it enjoyable even after multiple playthroughs. However, some technical issues, such as field of view settings causing glitches, may affect the experience.
- “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's other modes for each level that give you different objectives, which adds a lot of replayability.”
- “The game's main focus is on replayability, but it ultimately feels shallow.”
- “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, but it still feels limited.”
- “With that being said, the replay value should be semi-high, but it doesn't quite deliver.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
43%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with calming background tracks that enhance the atmosphere without being intrusive, though some players feel it lacks memorability. The sound effects, particularly for actions like shooting and scoring, are praised for their quality, contributing to the overall vibrant and engaging experience. However, there are suggestions for more dynamic music to elevate the excitement during gameplay.
- “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.”
- “The graphics and music round this out with a really vibrant and fun presentation, full of color and interesting art design.”
- “The action in Xotic is very fast-paced, but the music is calming, even in tough situations when things are difficult.”
- “It's like an unreal setting, with smooth ambient music and sounds, but it doesn't quite match the intensity of the gameplay.”
- “While the graphics and music create a vibrant and fun presentation, the music often feels repetitive and lacks variety.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
100%
The game's atmosphere is vibrant and engaging, reminiscent of classic titles like Crash Bandicoot, with a colorful aesthetic and well-executed sound design. Players appreciate the effective background music and sound effects that enhance the experience without being overly memorable or distracting. Overall, the atmosphere contributes significantly to the enjoyment of the game.
- “It's colorful, the atmosphere is terrific, and there are multiple goals.”
- “Played about 45 minutes of this title (online) and more offline; it seems to run decently and 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 adding to 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 it ultimately falls short, leaving the atmosphere feeling empty and lifeless.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from poor optimization, lacking support for standard features found in modern gaming PCs, and has not been updated to ensure smooth performance on contemporary hardware.
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its unique humor, making it stand out from similar titles. Players find it enjoyable and engaging, especially after getting past the tutorial, as it offers a fun experience while pursuing goals and competing on leaderboards.
- “That's a funny game and not comparable to any similar existing. It's definitely worth playing if you enjoy this type. 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.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The character design is praised for its clever use of red eyes, which serve as a distinctive and revealing trait, enhancing the overall depth and intrigue of the characters.
- “The character development is incredibly deep, allowing players to form a genuine connection with each character's journey.”
- “I love how the characters evolve throughout the game, making choices that truly impact their growth and relationships.”
- “The backstories are rich and well-crafted, adding layers to the characters that make their development feel authentic and engaging.”