Xeodrifter

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5.6

Mixed or average reviews- based on 69 Ratings

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  • Summary: Drifting through the stars. Xeodrifter is the story of an interstellar drifter traveling the stars on a simple mission of exploration. We join our nomad as he embarks on the investigation of a small cluster of four planets in the omega sector, after a collision with a rogue asteroid damagedDrifting through the stars. Xeodrifter is the story of an interstellar drifter traveling the stars on a simple mission of exploration. We join our nomad as he embarks on the investigation of a small cluster of four planets in the omega sector, after a collision with a rogue asteroid damaged his warp core. Blast your way through alien landscapes, seek out valuable secrets, and defeat ancient guardians to unlock powers from a legendary supreme culture in this exciting journey of mystery and adventure.… Expand

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 14
  3. Negative: 0 out of 14
  1. CGMagazine
    Sep 8, 2015
    95
    Its retro inspired aesthetic and difficulty make it a blast for anyone who grew up playing Metroid, and its straight-up fun factor make it a great time for anyone else.
  2. PlayStation Universe
    Aug 27, 2015
    90
    Renegade Kid took to Xeodrifter with the retro scene in heart, and the end result reflects that. The charm of exploring each planet far outweigh that it’s all over a little too quickly.
  3. PSNStores
    Oct 1, 2015
    90
    There are some genuinely cool skills given and the later one I wish could have been used a little more before finishing the game. I’d rather not spoil any of them, because one of the early skills is truly cool and really helps give this game a single unique aspect. Instead of hearing me describe them, go take a few hours and collect them, you’ll love the run ( and may think about playing through it again right after).
  4. COGconnected
    Aug 28, 2015
    72
    It’s an homage to a game that I absolutely love, and Renegade Kid did some truly commendable things here. On the other hand, I didn’t get much excitement from exploring its worlds
  5. 4P.de
    Sep 21, 2015
    72
    Xeodrifter is pure minimalism: A steady running pace and a unchangable jump height is enough to take you on a charming, albeit short journey.
  6. Push Square
    Sep 24, 2015
    70
    A five month development cycle has resulted in a focussed and succinct sci-fi action adventure, which sets a fast pace to flow through its bright pixel art presentation, and waft along to its atmospheric chiptunes.
  7. DarkStation
    Oct 2, 2015
    60
    While not pushing the boundaries of the genre in any significant way, Xeodrifter is a well made game which is sometimes all we need.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 20
  3. Negative: 6 out of 20
  1. Tryntius
    Sep 7, 2015
    10
    Xeodrifter gave me a polished 2-D experience that reminded me of some of my childhood favorites. It was a pleasantly short game that I wouldXeodrifter gave me a polished 2-D experience that reminded me of some of my childhood favorites. It was a pleasantly short game that I would recommend to anyone who enjoyed Megaman or Metroid as found on the NES.… Expand
  2. seriimac
    Aug 5, 2016
    8
    When it came for free in PS+, I played 10 minutes and drop it. I though it was just too hard and elaborated.
    But then after months I gave the    When it came for free in PS+, I played 10 minutes and drop it. I though it was just too hard and elaborated.
    But then after months I gave the game a second chance, and was surprised how easy, atmospheric and addictive is it. I enjoyed to explore, and the story is nice too. Nothing uncommon, but is a good one retro.    … Expand
  4. Cyber_Angel
    Aug 24, 2022
    8
    Pretty good Metroidvania, but a little too hard at times. It has simple but good looking graphics and tight controls.
  5. Sparkticle
    Nov 6, 2015
    6
    This game is very small both in content and in vision. If you've played Mutant Mudds or Metroid or even both, then this game has absolutelyThis game is very small both in content and in vision. If you've played Mutant Mudds or Metroid or even both, then this game has absolutely nothing new for you. You verse the same boss over and over with slight upgrades which will make for slightly interesting battles, but other than that, there really isn't nothing in this game. Not even the artstyle holds up.… Expand
  6. Yojimbo2015
    May 15, 2023
    6
    Decent little Super Metroid clone that falls short of greatness thanks to slight repetitiveness - all of the bosses are the same - and shortDecent little Super Metroid clone that falls short of greatness thanks to slight repetitiveness - all of the bosses are the same - and short length. Not bad though and worth picking up if it's cheap.… Expand
  7. drlowdon
    Sep 3, 2015
    4
    A 2d platformer/shooter that is so old school you can’t even fire at angles Xeodrifter isn't completely unplayable but it does absolutelyA 2d platformer/shooter that is so old school you can’t even fire at angles Xeodrifter isn't completely unplayable but it does absolutely nothing that hasn't been done (better) thousands of times in games dating all the way back to the late 80’s. I don’t expect these indie titles to have all the bells and whistles of bigger budget games but if they’re not even going to try to do something a little different they’re kind of pointless.… Expand
  8. TSapper
    Oct 9, 2015
    1
    I'm trying to give 'indie' games more chances, especially because of the glaring lack of available PS4 AAA exclusives and even fewer I want toI'm trying to give 'indie' games more chances, especially because of the glaring lack of available PS4 AAA exclusives and even fewer I want to play.

    This was a bad choice on my part. You've played games exactly like this in the early 90's ... and this one isn't any better after 20+ years. Save your money.    … Expand

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Awards & Rankings

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#82 Best PS4 Game of 2015