After reading about the loading time, I left the game loading to take a nap. When I awoke, I found myself at a character select screen. I make three choices, hit the next button, and... LOADING SCREEN!!? Seriously? Was the first one a decoy or something? The hell is wrong with you people?
It seems I may have spoken a bit too soon. The game is definately playable in its current state, but it definately takes some getting used to. Overall, I'd say this is a great game. the animation is fluent, the upgrade system sets a proper level of motivation, and the abilities I've used are beautiful, if not effective. I'm going to keep checking this developer's games out. I think there's a lot of potential here. Get this control scheme figured out, and I'll give you a 5/5. As is, I'd say 4/5. I like it. Good job on a great game, TehCybernerd.
Please, for love of God and all that is holy... Allow us to cycle through selectable spells with "Q" and "E", then cast with mouse click. It is a heavily tried and true method that has worked since the beginning of top-down shooters. Most of us only have two hands. This modification would bring this game from a 2/5 to at least a 4/5 in my book. Please consider this change BEFORE you even consider a sequel.
I'm unsure if this has been mentioned yet, but it is possible through a *slight* exploit to max your ship's stats by purchasing the final flag upgrade multiple times. By purchasing the final flag upgrade, then the final loot/magnet upgrade one may notice it immediately presents you with the option to again purchase the final flag upgrade. This can be repeated to have max stats (when combined with the final gun upgrade). Hope this helps someone. I was able to get over 50,000 points with that ship in one (before growing rather bored as it's nearly impossible to die) go after figuring that out.
My lvl. 4 :)
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Got to lvl 70. Unfortunately a baddie glitched over the far-left wall and the next wave won't start. My turrets just keep shooting the wall that he's next to. This is stupid...
For shits and giggles...
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