ZANGEKI WARP

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ZANGEKI WARP is a single player arcade shooter game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by ASTRO PORT and was released on February 15, 2017. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

ZANGEKI WARP is a fast-paced hack and slash game set in a futuristic sci-fi world. As a skilled space warrior, players must battle through waves of enemies using katanas and other weapons. The game features time warping abilities to help players avoid enemy attacks and strategically plan their next move. With intense action, varied levels, and multiple difficulty settings, ZANGEKI WARP offers a challenging and exciting experience for fans of the genre.

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Audience ScoreBased on 29 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

optimization3 negative mentions

The warp mechanic is innovative and adds a unique layer of strategy to the gameplay, allowing players to dodge attacks and engage enemies effectively.
The game features responsive controls and a solid upgrade system, enhancing the overall experience and providing a sense of progression.
Despite its retro graphics, the level design is engaging and challenging, offering a rewarding experience for players who enjoy mastering difficult shmups.

The level design often relies on trial and error, with instant-kill hazards that can appear without warning, leading to frustrating gameplay moments.
Graphics and sound design are considered subpar by some players, resembling older Flash games rather than a polished modern title.
Some achievements are bugged and may not unlock properly, which can detract from the overall experience for completionists.

gameplay
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of Zangeki Warp is centered around its innovative warp mechanics, allowing players to teleport across the screen while engaging in strategic combat. This mechanic not only enhances enemy dispatching but also requires players to master its use to navigate levels effectively, making for a fun and challenging experience. Overall, the game is praised for its responsive controls, engaging level design, and the depth added by the warp ability, which balances offense and defense.
- “The controls feel responsive, the overall gameplay feels very fun, and the warp ability is a nice touch.”
- “Zangeki Warp is a side-scrolling shooter where you have the ability to freely teleport to anywhere onscreen (you also leave a cool 'anime slice' every time you do so!), so with this mechanic in mind, the 10,000 IQ level designers got to work building absolutely mind-bending levels and bosses.”
- “This is such a shame, as Zangeki Warp truly shines when it's all about using the warp mechanic correctly to dodge enemy bullets, traverse the terrain, or take multiple enemies out with a well-placed slash attack.”
- “Zangeki Warp was a shoot 'em up that required me to stubbornly smash my head against the wall until I learned how to use its warp mechanics beyond passing through barriers.”
- “With the warp mechanic letting you go anywhere on screen, warping into a wall predictably kills you as well.”
- “Not all unique mechanics work in shmups for me.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players criticizing them as hideous and reminiscent of a student project, while others appreciate the unique art style and retro aesthetic. Despite the visual shortcomings, many agree that the game's overall presentation, including its creepy horror elements, contributes positively to the experience, especially for fans of the genre.
- “Love the art style to death.”
- “Creepy horror aesthetics work nicely for the game, even though I'm not too much into the mud and gore color scheme myself.”
- “Overall, while it graphically looks like something made for a student project in GameMaker, don't let the visual fidelity fool you - this is a solid outing, and if you're a fan of shmups, definitely worth the reasonable asking price of $6 USD (at the time of review) for such a polished product.”
- “The graphics are not to my liking.”
- “Also, the graphics are hideous.”
- “Overall, while it graphically looks like something made for a student project in GameMaker, don't let the visual fidelity fool you.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is praised for its distinct, otherworldly instrumental style, setting it apart from other titles by Astro Port. It complements the retro graphics and high difficulty without being intrusive, enhancing the overall gaming experience.
- “The music is distinct from other Astro Port titles, featuring a more otherworldly instrumental.”
- “Good music and sound effects that don't interfere with the enjoyment of the game.”
- “Retro graphics paired with a perfect acid soundtrack and high difficulty.”
- “The music is distinct from other Astro Port titles, having a more otherworldly instrumental feel.”
- “Same goes for the sound and music.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users have noted that disabling fullscreen optimization may be necessary to prevent the taskbar from appearing during fullscreen gameplay, particularly on Windows systems. This workaround is recommended for a smoother gaming experience.
- “Before the actual review: thanks to how Windows functions, you may need to disable fullscreen optimization on the executable, or the taskbar may show up in fullscreen. For the sake of space, I'll just let you Google, Bing, or use whatever search engine of your choice to find a how-to on that.”
- “The game suffers from severe optimization issues, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering during gameplay.”
- “Despite having a high-end PC, I still experience lag and performance problems, which suggests that the game is poorly optimized.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers significant replayability through various difficulty modes, encouraging players to revisit it for new challenges. However, players should be prepared for a tough experience, as the game does not hold back in its difficulty.
- “Tons of replay value.”
- “Various difficulty modes for replayability, and don't expect the game to give you mercy.”
- “The various difficulty modes offer some replayability, but don't expect the game to go easy on you.”
- “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to play through it again.”
- “The lack of meaningful choices and consequences makes replaying the game feel pointless.”