Games I Like That Everybody Else Dislikes
Re-evaluating my previous 3-star rating for this after finally coming back for the plat - I'm sorry but it just holds up way too damn well to brook any further doubt. I think the Kickstarter controversy (justifiably) clouded the fact that on its own this is honestly far from a bad game, let alone one of the worst ones ever conceived. Yes its weapons seem unbalanced, yes there's the slightest bit of jank in how it controls, and yes obviously this wasn't even close to what was promised - but it balances innovation and reliable convention in a way that makes it feel refreshing and effortlessly replayable. I firmly believe that the Xel absorption system introduced here is one of the most satisfying, wholly original mechanics of its genre. There is certainly an optimal route to go about these stages, but that doesn't make it a cakewalk, far from it - even at its relative 'easiest' it remains a tight, demanding, fun-as-hell, colorful 2.5D shooter with sick boss designs and lore that has enough intrigue to remain enjoyable but really needed some more time to cook. Even the classically cringe voice acting has its own charm imo. Though yeah, it can't help but feel out-of-touch in a way not unlike a Balan Wonderworld - I understand where the hate is coming from (especially if you helped fund this thing) but if it came out in 2000-2005 it'd be considered a classic. Really wish we could come back to this universe - if you like super dorky robot shit (complimentary) this is a must.
Re-evaluating my previous 3-star rating for this after finally coming back for the plat - I'm sorry but it just holds up way too damn well to brook any further doubt. I think the Kickstarter controversy (justifiably) clouded the fact that on its own this is honestly far from a bad game, let alone one of the worst ones ever conceived. Yes its weapons seem unbalanced, yes there's the slightest bit of jank in how it controls, and yes obviously this wasn't even close to what was promised - but it balances innovation and reliable convention in a way that makes it feel refreshing and effortlessly replayable. I firmly believe that the Xel absorption system introduced here is one of the most satisfying, wholly original mechanics of its genre. There is certainly an optimal route to go about these stages, but that doesn't make it a cakewalk, far from it - even at its relative 'easiest' it remains a tight, demanding, fun-as-hell, colorful 2.5D shooter with sick boss designs and lore that has enough intrigue to remain enjoyable but really needed some more time to cook. Even the classically cringe voice acting has its own charm imo. Though yeah, it can't help but feel out-of-touch in a way not unlike a Balan Wonderworld - I understand where the hate is coming from (especially if you helped fund this thing) but if it came out in 2000-2005 it'd be considered a classic. Really wish we could come back to this universe - if you like super dorky robot shit (complimentary) this is a must.
The game's... not entirely terrible. I actually enjoyed playing it for the most part. The movement kept me hooked and i really enjoyed the dash to kill mechanic as I found it satisfying to keep the chain going dashing through enemies. The levels and bosses however don't compliment the mechanics that well. Most range from not very interesting to straight up concentrated human malice. Final level in particular is... lmao. Referencing the Yellow Devil of all things for the final boss sure was a choice. Call is kind of cute too, I would take a sequel with just her in it
Mid gets too much hate
its worst crime was being average