Summary
- Release Year: 2006
- Genres: Indie, Music, Shooter
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 3, PlayStation Portable
- Developers: Queasy Games
- Publishers: Queasy Games, Sony Computer Entertainment
Everyday Shooter: An Abstract Masterpiece
Released in 2006, Everyday Shooter is an abstract shooter game that explores the expressive power of music and geometry. Developed by Swedish indie game studio Cactus, the game features an all-guitar soundtrack and a unique visual style that celebrates the flowing beauty of geometry.
Gameplay
Everyday Shooter is played through a series of different levels, each with its own unique musical, graphical, and gameplay style. The player controls a ship that can move in any direction and shoot in eight directions. The goal of each level is to destroy all of the enemies while avoiding being hit by their fire.
The game’s unique twist is that shooting enemies triggers musical sounds and riffs. These sounds and riffs combine to form the final soundscape of the game. The player can use this to their advantage by shooting enemies in different patterns to create different musical effects.
In addition to the main story mode, Everyday Shooter also features a number of extra modes, including a shuffle mode that randomizes the order of the levels, and a challenge mode that tests the player’s skills.
Visuals
Everyday Shooter’s visuals are as unique as its gameplay. The game’s world is made up of flowing geometric shapes that move and change color to the beat of the music. The game’s enemies are also made up of geometric shapes, and they come in a variety of different forms.
The game’s visual style is simple but effective. The flowing geometric shapes create a sense of movement and energy, and the bright colors and bold patterns are eye-catching and visually appealing.
Music
The music of Everyday Shooter is one of the game’s most distinctive features. The game’s soundtrack is composed entirely of guitar music, and it features a wide range of styles, from ambient to rock. The music is perfectly synchronized with the gameplay, and it creates a truly immersive experience.
The game’s soundtrack was composed by Swedish guitarist Magnus Birgersson. Birgersson is known for his innovative guitar playing and his work on a number of other video game soundtracks, including the soundtracks for the Max Payne series and the Battlefield series.
Critical Reception
Everyday Shooter received critical acclaim upon its release. The game was praised for its unique gameplay, visuals, and music. Many critics hailed it as a masterpiece of abstract art and a must-play for fans of both music and games.
The game was also a commercial success, selling over 100,000 copies worldwide. It was ported to a number of different platforms, including the PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, and PC.
Legacy
Everyday Shooter is considered to be one of the most innovative and influential abstract shooter games ever made. The game’s unique gameplay, visuals, and music have inspired a number of other games, and it continues to be enjoyed by fans around the world.
In 2016, Cactus released a sequel to Everyday Shooter, titled Everyday Shooter VR. The game was developed for the HTC Vive and Oculus Rift virtual reality headsets, and it features new levels, enemies, and music.
Conclusion
Everyday Shooter is a truly unique and unforgettable experience. The game’s innovative gameplay, visuals, and music combine to create a masterpiece of abstract art. Whether you’re a fan of music, games, or both, Everyday Shooter is a must-play.
Review Score
8/10
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