Super Mega Space Blaster Special Turbo

 PlayStation 4
Metascore
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  2. Mixed: 2 out of 3
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  1. PlayStation Country
    Apr 19, 2020
    70
    Super Mega Space Blaster Special Turbo is a surprisingly fun shoot 'em up with more depth than you'd expect for a game at this low price.
  2. Push Square
    Jan 14, 2020
    60
    The strongest asset at the game’s disposal is its breadth of bite-sized content. A surprisingly solid number of ships with distinct variance complement a whole mess of game modes, including a few local multiplayer options. Most of the game modes take under a minute when you first start, and as you adapt to the game’s rhythms, you’ll start going upwards of five minutes. But ultimately, what you walk away with is a game that delivers enjoyment in small, concise doses at an exceedingly low price point. You probably won’t be thinking about it later this year once all of the big games have released, but it’s still worth a bit of your time.

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8.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 21 Ratings

User score distribution:
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  1. GamesNStuff
    Feb 12, 2020
    9
    Super Mega Space Blaster Special Turbo is one of the best retro shmups I've played and at under 5 bucks you're going to be hard pressed toSuper Mega Space Blaster Special Turbo is one of the best retro shmups I've played and at under 5 bucks you're going to be hard pressed to find a better arena shooter. There are 5 modes each with their own mechanics. My favorite was Save the Colony, a mode in which you have to rescue astronauts and fight of the alien space scum. This miode is a little easier than the others as you don't die on contact with the edge of the screen. Another mode is survival mode where you must make sure you don't run out of ammo and fuel while fight your way to the boss. This mode is challenging but a lot of fun too. The other mode is a mode where you must protect your mother-ship. You get rewarded for combos and again it's quite hard because of the insta-death screen edges. All these modes can be played in 2-player local coop which is loads of fun. There are 2 more local multiplayer modes which are fun but feel a little tagged on.

    In all the modes there are loads of power-up weapons to collect each of which can be upgraded in the shop. My favourites are the laser which is like a light-saber and the homing missiles. There are loads of ships to choose from once unlocked each with different handling and stats. There is a warp-engine that can be unlocked in the shop for 50 credits which removes the screen-edge walls of death and makes the game a lot easier. Ships and upgrades are unlocked via credit which you collect from destroyed enemies and from completing challenges. These challeges add real longevity to the game and give you a sense of purpose. Challenges like surviving for 3 minutes without shooting or destroying 100 nemies while stationary are really fun to complete.

    The soundtrack by Electric Fan Death is awesome, the style reminds me of Depeche Mode and goes way beyond the usual chip-tunes heard in many smallish shmup. The hand-drawn graphics do the trick and have a hidden layer of detail that can be hard to see at first. This game is difficult like retro games were, but if you put in a little time you will find an amzing game that is a lot of fun and provides hours of entertainment.

    Summary: Great retro space shooter. Lots of fun modes and coop fun with a friend. Like the variety of ships and weapons. Really challenging gameplay but so much fun, you just have to put in the time initially to learn how to play. Cool retro soundtrack too. (PS4 & Xbox One versions played)    … Full Review »
  2. BrainyGamer
    Feb 6, 2020
    9
    Played the original version on PC and had to grab the expanded turbo version on PS4 when I saw it. I love retro shooters, Geometry Wars andPlayed the original version on PC and had to grab the expanded turbo version on PS4 when I saw it. I love retro shooters, Geometry Wars and older are my gig. This game really does give you a retro vibe, It has a lot too it and adds new stuff to the retro shooter genre. It starts off really hard and forces you to learn through challenges and just playing. Every mode is fun and the game is an absolute bargain for the price.… Full Review »
  3. DogDogCat
    Jan 23, 2020
    9
    After enjoying the original Space Blaster I thought I'd pick up the Turbo game and I'm very glad that I did. The game improves on the originalAfter enjoying the original Space Blaster I thought I'd pick up the Turbo game and I'm very glad that I did. The game improves on the original in all areas. It has more game modes, more ships, more music, and loads more challenges. To top it all off it's now on PS4, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, Steam and has PS4 trophies with a platinum trophy.

    The game is really addictive, it sucks you in like good old retro games did. Playing co-op doubles the fun and the new Colony mode is probably the best mode in the game. I this mode you have to blow-up loads of alien space ships and rescue astronauts at the same time. The mode has a boss and is a real challenge to complete. The graphics are the same hand-drawn style as the first game, they look nice and have some detail but are nothing mind blowing. The music and sound is absolutely amazing, Depeche Mode style synth tracks blast out and cute hi-pitched cries of help can be heard from the floating astronauts.

    Over all the game is amazing especially for such a low price, at $4.99 the game is an absolute steal, go grab a copy now and start blasting those spaceships.    … Full Review »
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