This is a fairly good game. I think my main gripes are with the mechanics and level design. The mechanics feel off in terms of execution. There is an odd "feel" that you never quite get used to. It isn't anything major, or it may not even feel that way for someone else, but it was noticeable for me.
As for the level design, there were a few times when it wasn't clear where to go or what to do. And while I definitely appreciate having to put things together yourself, it felt more like a consequence of flawed level building rather than a conscious design decision.
I also didn't really care for the currency used to buy upgrades. You need 4 pieces of 1 item to get 1 of that item. It doesn't hinder your progress, but I just think there could have been a better way to distribute the upgrades.
I know these are all negatives but I really do think the game is good lol. I just think these are some things that keep it from being really good/great.
With all that said, I recommend this. It is fast paced and can be beaten in less than 10 hours. It also has some decent and somewhat tough boss battles. The OST is pretty good too.
As for the level design, there were a few times when it wasn't clear where to go or what to do. And while I definitely appreciate having to put things together yourself, it felt more like a consequence of flawed level building rather than a conscious design decision.
I also didn't really care for the currency used to buy upgrades. You need 4 pieces of 1 item to get 1 of that item. It doesn't hinder your progress, but I just think there could have been a better way to distribute the upgrades.
I know these are all negatives but I really do think the game is good lol. I just think these are some things that keep it from being really good/great.
With all that said, I recommend this. It is fast paced and can be beaten in less than 10 hours. It also has some decent and somewhat tough boss battles. The OST is pretty good too.