Review of Starload

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MicroBrew

Starload Review
By MicroBrew on 25 January 2010


Pros: Fun graphics, good sound

Cons: Sloppy controls, oversaturation of colors

So close to good...

This game is an awesome baseline for a game, the problem with it is mostly the controls. The music was catchy without being too repetitive, the graphics were slick and made a good use of GM8s recent improvements, and the interface, while simplistic, was easily read. The game got really frustrating when I missed upgrades and enemies because of the odd drift mechanic. It also caused me to get killed trying to fight the boss. A bit of drift is one thing, but it's just far to heavy in this game.

There's still plenty of time to tweak before the contest is over! I'd definitely like to see this as competition later on down the line!

  1. Granite Gear

    Granite Gear said over 2 years ago

    It's supposed to be a very crowded, messy game.

  2. makerManCan102

    makerManCan102 said over 2 years ago

    Oversaturation of colors is a justified con.

    Subtle backgrounds are sometimes better than more intense ones. I agree with this review. I would recommend possibly reducing the alpha value of the stars, to emphasize the actual ships and show the impressive sprite design more.

  3. Granite Gear

    Granite Gear said over 2 years ago

    Too much colors? That's just a weak con, most people put that in pros. And there's nothing wrong with the controls, you just can't handle it. But for the rest, thank you. xP

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