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Shoot Many Robots Review

A likeable retro throwback to the classic side scrolling action era

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Both aiming and moving in the game is controlled with the stick, so running backwards while firing isn’t an option. You can, however, go into a crouched position and freely aim around the screen without needlessly running in circles. The controls are responsive and there are no problems taking down airborne as well as ground targets at a wide variety of angles. The enemies themselves pose a threat not only in damage dealt, but their sheer overwhelming numbers. Ground enemies can attack either by melee or with ranged missiles, which can actually be punched back right at them if the timing is right; airborne enemies only possess the ranged attack and are generally less worrisome. Basic bots come at you night and day, becoming progressively more challenging as you progress through the game, while mini-bosses pose an even greater threat. These special robots have a ton more health and often hit much harder. End of levels also feature proper boss fights, which are unique and interesting in their own right, once again reminding players what era Shoot Many Robots got its inspiration from.
 
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Most of the robots you take out drop nuts and bolts. These items are collectible, which act as the game’s currency and also evaluate how well you did on a particular level. Shoot Many Robots employs a star system, so to progress through the campaign you must collect a certain amount of stars for the next area to unlock. The requirements are rather relaxed, so there won’t be a need to go back and replay levels.
 
Of course, currency would be useless without things to buy. The bolts you collect add up, and can then be used in the game’s store to purchase new weapons and clothing equipment. Since the game has a fairly relaxed style, you won’t find exact stats or details about every gun – rather, the general applicability and effectiveness of each weapon is summarized. Purchasing new weapons is essential to survive, and in general the game’s difficulty curve matches nicely with your shiny new guns. Clothing items can also be upgraded, providing passive or active bonuses – such as extra health or ability to push enemies away.
 
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Most of the store’s items have a set price and are also locked away behind your character’s level – which is based on experience that’s earned playing. There isn’t much more to it though, and your level is just a number used to control weapon unlock progression. You can play to level 50, and there are items that need very high levels to unlock, giving the game quite a lot of longevity and replay value. Some weapons and items are actually found within the levels, either well hidden or just there for the taking to help the players out.
 
 
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Shoot Many Robots
Shoot Many Robots box art Platform:
PlayStation 3
Our Review of Shoot Many Robots
74%
Good
The Verdict:
Game Ranking
Shoot Many Robots is ranked #901 out of 1957 total reviewed games. It is ranked #85 out of 145 games reviewed in 2012.
900. Syndicate
PC
901. Shoot Many Robots
902. Crysis 3
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Shoot Many Robots
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Posted: Mar 13, 2012 21:06
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