OTXO Reviews
OTXO is a fun game and the roguelike mix generates a huge replayability, but at the cost of a polish of the experience previously seen in its inspirations.
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OTXO puts a roguelike spin on the familiar Hotline Miami murderfest formula, but it doesn't quite nail the landing. While moment-to-moment combat is fast and flashy and unforgiving, there isn't enough care put into the roguelike structure of the experience to make new runs feel justified or exciting.
All told, OTXO is quicker than a muzzle flash, offering rapid-fire twin-stick action that is seriously intense. Wrapped in a cool monochrome package and splashed heavily with the blood of your enemies, what it lacks in visual clarity it more than makes up for with an impressive sense of style. The gameplay isn’t built for lasting impressions though; with no long-game to speak of, it’s strictly a ‘how far can you get this time’ affair that harkens back to the arcade shooters of the 80s and 90s. Best enjoyed as a run or two in between more meaty experiences, OTXO is perfect for the Nintendo Switch or the Steam Deck, where you can wile away short commutes with a hail of bullets before slipping your machine back in its holster, ready to let rip again at a moments notice.
While gameplay can get exciting at times, the lack of steady progression and the steep learning curve may leave this game inaccessible for some players.
OTXO has some great action set pieces but is hindered by a little too much chaos and little too many muddled environments. It has elements of promise, but many don't add up to a satisfying gameplay loop.