Description
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Double Kick Heroes on Steam is an innovative game that blends the excitement of rhythm games with the action of shoot ’em ups, all wrapped in a heavy metal aesthetic. Here’s a detailed description:
Overview
Genre: Action, Rhythm, Shooter
Developer: Headbang Club
Publisher: Hound Picked Games, Plug In Digital
Release Date: Full version released on August 13, 2020, after an early access period.
Gameplay and Features
Setting: The game is set in a post-apocalyptic world where your band, traveling in a Cadillac, must fight off waves of zombies, mutant soldiers, and other bizarre creatures. The narrative is infused with Rodriguez-esque storytelling, focusing on a group of musicians living for Sex, Drugs, and Heavy Metal.
Core Mechanics: Players must survive on a highway to hell by syncing their actions with the rhythm of heavy metal music. The gameplay involves:
Rhythm-Based Combat: Use buttons or keyboard inputs to the beat of the music to fire weapons attached to the band’s instruments. Different notes correspond to different weapons, providing a unique blend of rhythm and shooting mechanics.
Driving and Evasion: Navigate the car to dodge obstacles or enemies while keeping the rhythm, adding a layer of strategy to the gameplay.
Grenade Throws: Besides regular gunfire, players can use grenades for area damage, timed to the music.
Levels and Modes:
Standard Levels: Each level corresponds to a song, with the gameplay lasting exactly as long as the track, creating a unique challenge with each new song.
Fury Road Mode: Introduced in an update, this roguelike mode adds modifiers to increase difficulty and replayability.
Chill Mode: A mode where combat elements are removed, allowing players to enjoy levels as traditional rhythm games.
Music: At launch, the game included 30 original tracks composed by Elmobo, alongside 19 licensed metal songs from various artists like Ultra Vomit, JINJER, and Gojira. Players can also import their own music to create custom levels, expanding the game’s soundtrack and gameplay possibilities.
Level Editor: An in-game level editor lets players design and share their own levels, fostering a community of creators and players.
Visuals: With a pixel art style, the game offers vibrant and dynamic visuals that match the frenetic pace of its gameplay. The style is both nostalgic and fitting for the game’s chaotic theme.
Achievements and Challenges: The game includes Steam achievements and leaderboards, encouraging players to master levels and compete against others for high scores.
Community and Updates
Community Levels: Players can share and play levels created by others, enhancing the game’s lifespan and variety.
Regular Updates: During its early access phase and post-launch, Double Kick Heroes received updates adding new modes, tracks, and features, showing the developers’ commitment to the game’s evolution.
Reception
User Reviews: Generally positive, with many praising the unique combination of genres, the quality of the soundtrack, and the engaging gameplay, although some noted the control scheme can be challenging on higher difficulties.
This game stands out as an enjoyable, niche title for fans of rhythm games, shooters, and heavy metal culture, offering a distinct and fun experience on Steam.
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
WindowsmacOS
MINIMUM:
OS *: windows 7, windows 8, windows 10
Processor: Intel Core i5 – 1.6 Ghz
Memory: 3 GB RAM
Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 5500
DirectX: Version 9.0b
Storage: 5 GB available space
Sound Card: 32 channels
RECOMMENDED:
OS *: windows 7, windows 8, windows 10
Processor: Intel Core i7
Memory: 4 GB RAM
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 2 Go
DirectX: Version 9.0b
Storage: 5 GB available space
Sound Card: 32 channels
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