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Review of Astro Duel Deluxe on Nintendo Switch

by Tanya Krane Tanya Krane photo May 2017
Cover image of Astro Duel Deluxe on Switch
Gamefings Score: 7
Platform: Switch Switch logo
Released: 30 May 2017
Genre: Shoot 'em up
Developer: Rusty Moyher, Panic Button (Deluxe)
Publisher: Wild Rooster

Introduction

In the great pantheon of video games, 'Astro Duel Deluxe' swoops in like an over-caffeinated pigeon, ready to peck at your brain with fast-paced multiplayer mayhem and chaotic space battles. Remember when people used to pay off scores with physical combat instead of spamming emojis? Well, 'Astro Duel Deluxe' is the kind of game that makes you long for those simpler times where you could yell 'K.O!' at your friends as you both spiral into oh-so-serious but ultimately ludicrous bickering.

Gameplay

So, what's the deal with 'Astro Duel Deluxe'? Strap into your spaceship (not literally, we're not all ready for that sci-fi era yet). You and up to three friends can dive into a variety of game modes, balancing the line between utter destruction and 'why are we friends again?'. The main plot of the game can be summarized as a blatant excuse for blowing each other up in increasingly colorful and chaotic fashion. You've got shields, bombs, and various ship types, because personal space is overrated in the galaxy, right? With each match feeling more like a slapstick comedy routine than a serious space war, you'll find yourself frequently laughing at the absurd outcomes. Whether it's a well-timed bomb drop or just crashing into your friend for some delicious schadenfreude, each round is an experience reminiscent of epic late-night board games but with more lasers. Just try not to feel too smug when you win-because friendship might depend on it!

Graphics

When it comes to the graphics, 'Astro Duel Deluxe' is like that kid who tries to look cool at a party but ends up being a little 'off'. The visuals are bright, colorful, and pretty cute, making you feel like you've entered a family-friendly space carnival. Each ship has a distinctive style, resembling a bouquet of space-themed candy. The backgrounds are engaging, providing enough of a view to make you feel like you're flying towards something bigger than just your friend's embarrassing defeat, without distracting you from the chaos at hand. It's not going to make you cry for joy like a sunset in 'The Last of Us' but honestly, who expected an emotional experience from a game that involves blowing up your buddies?

Conclusion

'Astro Duel Deluxe' manages to hit a sweet spot where it's fun and frenetic, like trying to wrangle a bunch of caffeinated kittens. It's a delightful game that thrives in multiplayer, igniting those competitive edges in you that you might have thought were long buried under adult responsibilities. However, let's be real-it does falter when it's just you versus AI, leaving a hollow shell where a competitive spirit once thrived. If you're looking for a game to engage with friends over, set the scene for mayhem, and offer bursts of laughter (and possibly the dissolving of friendships), then 'Astro Duel Deluxe' is your ticket to chaos. Toss it on your Switch, invite the crew, and let the sky-blasting shenanigans commence!

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