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Xyanide
Xbox
Released On: Aug 15, 2006
70
User Score
Available after 4 ratings
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All Platforms
Xbox
Based on 16 Critic Reviews
70
Game Boy Advance
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Metascore
Mixed or Average
Based on 16 Critic Reviews
70
38% Positive
6 Reviews
6 Reviews
56% Mixed
9 Reviews
9 Reviews
6% Negative
1 Review
1 Review
Metascore
Mixed or Average
Based on 16 Critic Reviews
70
38% Positive
6 Reviews
6 Reviews
56% Mixed
9 Reviews
9 Reviews
6% Negative
1 Review
1 Review
Not only is Xyanide a 3D space shooter but it is like no other you have ever seen or played. It's actually a benchmark title. [Dec. 2006, p.60]
As an arcade space shooter, Xyanide doesn't break any new ground, but it is a solid entry that is fun. The flaws aren't enough to diminish an otherwise fun time with the original Xbox.
It's a shame that the controls weren't tighter and the level design weren't more varied, because this one could have been a classic. As it stands now, it's a title easily worth picking up for shooter fans tired of being stuck with R-Type.
For the low price of $20, Xyanide's a surprisingly fun alternative to Xbox Live Arcade's nostalgic offerings. [Oct. 2006, p.81]
Seriously, with more varied and visually stunning backgrounds, more detailed ship models, more interesting bosses, a better soundtrack, and better power-ups, Xyanide could have been a great shooter. While the negatives outweigh the positives, it is only $19.99, controls very well, and has an interesting story.
The action is great when it gets going and the bosses will bring a smile to anyone's face. Whilst disappointing in some areas, it does match its budget price point and in some respects even exceeds it.
It borrows or attempt to borrow conventions from several popular shoot-'em-'ups, but in the end it's just a confused mess that's not very fun and not very impressive.
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Summary Drake is a star fighter pilot escorting an execution craft that holds the evil witch Aguira. On route, an asteroid filled with Xyanide (a substance that materializes thoughts) hits the prisoner's ship. Now, as Drake, you must battle through a series of surreal nightmares. While piloting skills and kill efficiency are important to survive...
Rated T
for Teen
Platforms:
- Xbox
- Game Boy Advance
Initial Release Date: Aug 15, 2006
Developer:
- Playlogic
Publisher: Evolved Games
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