Shapeshooter

The premise is alright, but the controls is very difficult to get a good feeling. Plus, the colors you have to match are orange and purple, and while that isn't a bad thing it would've been a million times better if it were blue and green or another combination of colors that match the Xbox controller buttons.

※2024年3月のアップデートで日本語対応しました。あとBurning Skies Neonという、発売予定のBurning Skiesのお試し版的な縦スクロールシューティングゲームが追加されて起動時に選択出来ます。 自機の戦車の動きは線路上の前進・後退のみ。上下左右ではなく前進後退というのがややこしくて、操作で混乱する原因。砲塔でエイムしてオレンジ色の敵にはオレンジ弾、パープル色の敵にはパープル弾と撃ち分けないといけない。ゲームパッドでプレイしたが操作に慣れないと序盤からめちゃくちゃ難しい。頭がパニクるので自分には向いていなかった。マウス＋キーボードの方が操作しやすいが、zとxで進行方向を決めるのがややこしくて慣れないとやはり脳が疲れる。慣れさえすればそれなりに遊べはするので一応おすすめにしておく。 普通のゲームに飽きてちょっと変わった操作方式のゲームをやりたい人や、脳と指先のトレーニングをしたい人におすすめ。

i think is a pretty neat rail shooter i like the graphics style of the game well done :)

Управлять танком не так интересно. Танк медленный, езди только по пути, противников не убивает с одного выстрела. Весь геймплей выглядит уныло и медленно. Да и всё что вы увидите в трейлере будет только к концу игры.

라인을따라서 탱크를 전진 혹은 후진을 시키면서 보라색/주황색 포탄을쏴서 색에맞는 적을 죽이면서 맨끝에 도착하는게 목적인 게임 항상 이 비트음악은 괜찮은편이며 컨셉또한 괜찮은게임임이지만 몇가지 아쉬운점이잇음 강화무기탄약이 나오는경우 업그레이드가 안되어잇으면 먹어봣자의미없기에 전체풀에서 돌아가면서 내가 언록해놓은 무기를 타이밍에 맞춰서 먹어야하기때문에 그냥 귀찮아서 대충넘기는경우도많고 무기해금 그리고 장비강화등에 쓰이는 비용이 꽤 큰편이라 강화자체를 자주 손을못댐 그리고 색 말고도 탱크위에 뭔가 얹는것을 해금할수잇엇으면 더 좋앗을거같은데... 또한 괴물중에 화살표는 무한으로 튀어나와서 필드기믹에 잠깐 기다리고있을때 계속해서 잡고잇다가 필드기믹 해결되서 전진하려할때 리스폰되는건 좀 그지같음 총평으로 가볍게 즐기기좋으나 할인할때 구매를 고려해야함

一款小品的遊戲,要使用手把才能玩的遊戲~使用二種顏色的子彈將藍與黃色的敵人擊倒,而快速通過的遊戲~休閒玩一下還行~

Shapeshooter, developed and published by NukGames, is a tightly focused arcade shooter that builds its identity around speed, clarity, and constant pressure. It doesn’t attempt to offer a layered narrative or expansive progression system; instead, it strips the experience down to its essentials and delivers a fast, reflex-driven challenge where success depends almost entirely on player skill. From the moment it begins, the game establishes a rhythm of movement, shooting, and survival that rarely lets up. The gameplay centers on guiding a vehicle along a fixed path while eliminating waves of geometric enemies that flood the screen. This on-rails structure keeps the action concentrated, forcing players to focus on positioning and timing rather than exploration. What initially feels straightforward quickly becomes more demanding as enemy density increases and attack patterns grow more complex. The addition of color-matching mechanics—requiring players to use the correct type of shot against specific enemies—introduces an extra layer of mental processing, turning each encounter into a test of both reflexes and quick decision-making. Combat is designed to be immediate and unforgiving. Enemies often appear in tight formations, and projectiles fill the screen with little room for error. Players must constantly balance aggression with caution, eliminating threats quickly while avoiding damage. Weapons and upgrades provide some flexibility in how challenges are approached, allowing players to improve their effectiveness over time. However, these systems remain relatively simple, serving more as tools to support the core gameplay rather than significantly altering it. The difficulty curve escalates rapidly, making it clear that the game is built around mastery rather than accessibility. Early stages offer a brief introduction, but the intensity increases quickly, requiring players to adapt or repeat sections until they improve. Mistakes are rarely forgiven, and progress often comes through persistence and familiarity with enemy patterns. For players who enjoy challenging arcade experiences, this creates a satisfying loop of learning and refinement. For others, it may feel punishing, especially without more forgiving mechanics or checkpoints. Visually, the game adopts a minimalist approach that prioritizes readability. The use of simple geometric shapes and bold colors ensures that players can quickly identify threats and react accordingly, even in the middle of chaotic sequences. While the presentation is not visually elaborate, it is effective in supporting the gameplay, keeping the focus on action rather than detail. The soundtrack complements this with energetic, fast-paced tracks that reinforce the intensity and maintain momentum throughout each stage. The structure of the game is straightforward, with multiple levels spread across different environments that introduce slight variations in enemy behavior and layout. While this provides some visual and gameplay diversity, the core loop remains consistent from start to finish. This makes the game well-suited for short sessions, where players can jump in, test their skills, and aim for better performance. Over longer periods, however, the lack of significant variation can lead to a sense of repetition. Replayability is driven primarily by the desire to improve. The game encourages players to refine their techniques, achieve higher scores, and complete levels more efficiently. This focus on performance creates a strong incentive for those who enjoy pushing their limits, but it also means that the experience depends heavily on personal motivation. Without additional modes or deeper progression systems, players who are not invested in mastering the mechanics may find less reason to return. Ultimately, Shapeshooter is a focused and consistent arcade experience that succeeds by committing fully to its core design. It delivers fast, challenging gameplay that rewards precision and persistence, offering moments of satisfaction when skill and timing align. While its narrow scope and demanding nature limit its broader appeal, it stands as a solid example of a game that knows exactly what it wants to be and executes it with clarity. Rating: 6/10

Your tolerance for the little details this game flubs will determine how much you enjoy this game, but for me, I'm not sure I feel like playing past the second level. Things like getting killed by an enemy because a shot whiffed due to randomized angles, or the incredibly distant checkpoints, or the fact that your shots seem to destroy pickups (EDIT: it turns out pickups aren't destroyed but instead picked up!! this is actually good, but a bit unclear), or the fact that there's no mouselock so you can accidentally click outside the window but if you try to play on a controller the aim is agonizingly slow and locked to eight direction, or so on. I don't want to be incredibly hard on the game because a lot of what I tried felt nice and I like the concept, but there are a lot of little places where a lack of polish makes this difficult for me to stick with.

aight. this game is *almost* good, there are just a few problems that I cant overlook. first, no return to menu option. either you beat the level or you alt+f4. second, its way too claustrophobic. some corners are impossible to pass without taking damage, enemies will appear from the walls (guranteed damage if at the edge of map), and many obstacles like saws cannot be shot though but allow enemies to pass unharmed. third, the camera is centered on the tank. when the tank goes over any wobbly, blocky, or other intentionally curved track, the whole screen shakes with it, inducing headaches and making precise firing while moving impossible. and lastly, there exists a crash condition upon loading a checkpoint with the error for "unable to load the weapon wheel" that will ruin all your progress. hot tip: upgrade the machine gun and dont unlock new weapons. all ammo drops will then be just for the machine gun, meaning you can spray all day for superior firepower without juggling the various weapons and saves money for upgrading your health.

This one's a tough call. The gameplay itself was enjoyable and addictive, but some design choices made it monotonous as you had to replay the same levels repeatedly to unlock new ones. This eventually dampened my enthusiasm, even though I had a genuine desire to keep playing. With some improvements in the design, it could have been a significantly better experience. Nevertheless, if you're seeking a laid-back game for your Steam Deck, you might still give it a shot.