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Cycle 28

Cycle 28

Released: 8/2/2018

Cycle 28 is a space shooter in the classic arcade style that keeps you pushing for a high score. The controls are simple. The action is fast-paced. Intense dogfights lead to epic, screen-filling bosses. Fast-paced combat — Power slide your way between more bullets than any lesser pilot could handle. Nothing feels better than using your ship’s gun to propel you through enemy-infested space as you grip the trigger ever tighter. Upgrades — Beat your personal high score in a run to unlock upgrades. With 45 possible configurations, customise your ship and master new tactics to live just a little longer. Evolving story — Uncover the secrets of why you’re stuck in Cycle, why the enemy is hell-bent on destroying everything you love, and just who they really are. Epic original score — A powerfully atmospheric mix of modern orchestral and retro electronic sounds by Jordan Rees.

Cycle 28 is a space shooter in the classic arcade style that keeps you pushing for a high score. The controls are simple. The action is fast-paced. Intense dogfights lead to epic, screen-filling bosses. Fast-paced combat — Power slide your way between more bullets than any lesser pilot could handle. Nothing feels better than using your ship’s gun to propel you through enemy-infested space as you grip the trigger ever tighter. Upgrades — Beat your personal high score in a run to unlock upgrades. With 45 possible configurations, customise your ship and master new tactics to live just a little longer. Evolving story — Uncover the secrets of why you’re stuck in Cycle, why the enemy is hell-bent on destroying everything you love, and just who they really are. Epic original score — A powerfully atmospheric mix of modern orchestral and retro electronic sounds by Jordan Rees.

Cycle 28 is a space shooter in the classic arcade style that keeps you pushing for a high score. The controls are simple. The action is fast-paced. Intense dogfights lead to epic, screen-filling bosses. Fast-paced combat — Power slide your way between more bullets than any lesser pilot could handle. Nothing feels better than using your ship’s gun to propel you through enemy-infested space as you grip the trigger ever tighter. Upgrades — Beat your personal high score in a run to unlock upgrades. With 45 possible configurations, customise your ship and master new tactics to live just a little longer. Evolving story — Uncover the secrets of why you’re stuck in Cycle, why the enemy is hell-bent on destroying everything you love, and just who they really are. Epic original score — A powerfully atmospheric mix of modern orchestral and retro electronic sounds by Jordan Rees.

Critics
63
Steam
81

Score Breakdown

62.9

Critic Average

8 reviews

81

Steam User Score

59 reviews

N/A

Metacritic User Score

Less than 20 reviews

Disparity Breakdown

Steam Disparity
-18.5
Metacritic Disparity
N/A
Combined Disparity
-18.5

Average of both sources

Review Timing

3 early (38%)4 launch window (50%)1 late (13%)