Nuclear Throne
Released Dec 4, 2015
Metascore:N/A
User Rating: ★ 4.03
Age Rating: Everyone 10+Genres: Action, Shooter, RPG, Indie
Platforms: PS Vita, Linux, macOS, PC, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One
Developers: Vlambeer
Publishers: Vlambeer
Publishers: Vlambeer
About
Nuclear Throne is a top-down roguelike shooter, set in a post-apocalyptic universe.
###Plot and features
The game has a sole objective: to reach the famed Nuclear Throne. The player controls one of the many mutated characters. Each playable character is unlockable through levels, and has unique abilities, allowing for different approaches in every playthrough. Each level follows the same pattern: kill enemies, collect upgrades, kill a boss. However, there are many possibilities for a skilled player, as there are achievements to complete, and daily and weekly missions, which can have different objectives.
###Gameplay
Dying resets the game’s progress, while success opens up new mutations, weapons, and enemy types. There are five ammunition types, and many weapons share the ammo, so player often has to choose wisely. Mutations can be achieved through leveling up, with some available only to certain mutants, while others are free to choose from. Said mutations can emphasize on character’s unique skill, his weapon proficiency, or upgrade his stats.
###Graphics and soundtrack
The game’s pixel art design is made very distinct and unique, as the setting of a post-nuclear western can lead to great possibilities for artists. Each texture, albeit simple, is recognizable and well-made, and the stylistics further emphasize the work of game’s designers. The soundtrack is a mix-match of 8-bit samples and Wild West themes, resulting in a very immersive and entertaining playthrough.
###Plot and features
The game has a sole objective: to reach the famed Nuclear Throne. The player controls one of the many mutated characters. Each playable character is unlockable through levels, and has unique abilities, allowing for different approaches in every playthrough. Each level follows the same pattern: kill enemies, collect upgrades, kill a boss. However, there are many possibilities for a skilled player, as there are achievements to complete, and daily and weekly missions, which can have different objectives.
###Gameplay
Dying resets the game’s progress, while success opens up new mutations, weapons, and enemy types. There are five ammunition types, and many weapons share the ammo, so player often has to choose wisely. Mutations can be achieved through leveling up, with some available only to certain mutants, while others are free to choose from. Said mutations can emphasize on character’s unique skill, his weapon proficiency, or upgrade his stats.
###Graphics and soundtrack
The game’s pixel art design is made very distinct and unique, as the setting of a post-nuclear western can lead to great possibilities for artists. Each texture, albeit simple, is recognizable and well-made, and the stylistics further emphasize the work of game’s designers. The soundtrack is a mix-match of 8-bit samples and Wild West themes, resulting in a very immersive and entertaining playthrough.
Tags: Singleplayer, Steam Achievements, Full controller support, Steam Cloud, Great Soundtrack, RPG, Co-op, 2D, Difficult, Steam Leaderboards, Split Screen, Local Co-Op, Pixel Graphics, Local Multiplayer, stats, Post-apocalyptic, Roguelike, Top-Down, Roguelite, Bullet Hell, Perma Death, Top-Down Shooter, Twin Stick Shooter, GameMaker, Steam, Epic Games, GOG
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Where to buy
- Steam (store.steampowered.com)
- Xbox Store (microsoft.com)
- PlayStation Store (store.playstation.com)
- GOG (gog.com)
- Nintendo Store (nintendo.com)
- Epic Games (epicgames.com)