Assault Android Cactus Reviews

Assault Android Cactus is ranked in the 89th percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
Geeks Under Grace
Drew Koehler
8.9 / 10.0
Mar 11, 2016

One of the better arcade shooters I have played and absolutely worth the $14.99 price tag.

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Nov 10, 2017

If you’re in the market for a new twin stick shooter, one that brings a fun little story, some top notch bullet-fuelled gameplay and the chance to go and chase those highscores of your mates, then Assault Android Cactus more than delivers.

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9 / 10.0
Dec 4, 2017

Assault Android Cactus has been out for a while now on the PSN and Steam with stellar reviews and has now launched on the XB1 with specific graphic content for the Xbox One X. So what's it all about? I'm glad you asked. You see when an interstellar police officer with no regards for the rules decides to crash right through the hull of a ship all mayhem ensues. Taking your twin-stick controller in hand for some very fast paced Bullet Hell and Shoot ‘Em Up Arcade action, you and up to three others get to unleash all hell!

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Unscored
Nov 9, 2017

Pure, distilled fun wrapped in a wonderfully colourful wrapper, Assault Android Cactus is, without doubt, a must play title.

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6.5 / 10.0
Nov 7, 2017

Is Assault Android fun? Yes, an almost illegal amount of fun, but it makes severe missteps near the end, and the journey ends before you can even appreciate what happens.

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7.8 / 10.0
Nov 29, 2017

There's certainly some charm to Assault Android Cactus and it packs a decent amount of content.

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Mar 16, 2016

If you are looking for a fresh, colorful, fun twin-stick shooter with a dash of personality, then you should look no further than Assault Android Cactus. With a number of levels, daily challenges, and game altering unlocks, you and up to three friends will have an absolute blast with this game. Yes, it can and will be difficult for many players but what fun would a twin-stick or bullet hell game be without a good challenge.

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Sep 28, 2015

Much as I enjoyed Assault Android Cactus, I can’t help but lower the score a bit for the boss difficulty. That said, there is still a lot to enjoy about the game. If twin-stick shooters are your thing, and you don’t mind a bit of masochism, I highly recommend it. This is especially true if you have some friends to tackle it with locally, up to 4 at a time. However, if you are thrown by steep challenge and can’t stand bullet hell, this might not be for you. You can normally purchase the game for $14.99 for PC, Mac and Linux, though it is 20% off until this Wednesday. It is also slated to release for PS4, Wii U and Vita at a later date. Overall, I was pretty happy with Assault Android Cactus, and I look forward to what Witch Beam cooks up for their next game.

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8.4 / 10.0
Mar 8, 2016

Assault Android Cactus is one of the best twin stick shooters that I've ever had the privilege to play.

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90%
Nov 10, 2017

Challenging, fast-paced and deeper than you'd expect, there's a reason why Assault Android Cactus has such a strong following, and that's because it's a no-nonsense example of the wonders of unadulterated arcade gaming.

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8 / 10.0
Nov 9, 2017

There are many qualities that separate Assault Android Cactus from other games in the genre.

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Oct 3, 2015

'Assault Android Cactus' is a great little shooter that delivers lots of chibi, shooty fun in each level. It has a lighthearted arcade feel and doesn't take itself very seriously, going so far as to crack jokes about gaming itself. Even for those who aren't typically fans of the genre, you'll probably have a good time with Cactus and friends.

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Mar 9, 2016

With a core gameplay loop that is this utterly intoxicating, it's hard not to love AAC. It's an addictive and elegant score-chaser that has the power to bring newcomers into the shmup genre, as well as the legs and tail to truly satisfy shmup veterans.

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Digitally Downloaded
Sam M.
Top Critic
Oct 6, 2015

Assault Android Cactus is yet another great Australian indie game that demonstrates why this industry deserves far better support from both the major publishers and the Australian government than it is currently getting.

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8.5 / 10.0
Mar 15, 2016

Assault Android Cactus is a fun twin-stick shooter with great mechanics and tons of replayability. Its minor audio and trophy issues can't mask the undeniable charm of its colorful cast of characters, making this a tremendously enjoyable game, be it playing solo or co-op

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9 / 10.0
Apr 11, 2016

Android Assault Cactus is a brilliant addition to the PS4 library. Whether you're playing solo or with friends, the action is solid, and the different variations to the androids make experimentation fun. There are a good number of modes, and the various options can give the game some legs. The presentation of the visuals and audio is top-notch, and that's made more impressive since this title was developed by three people. Android Assault Cactus is something that should be experienced by anyone who loves action in an almost pure form.

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Unscored
Oct 21, 2015

Assault Android Cactus, despite the bold colors and glowing lasers, a very unpretentious game that's mostly about having fun.

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6 / 10
Mar 17, 2016

Assault Android Cactus does what it sets out to do, which is provide a fun and frantic experience made enjoyable by the different playable characters and polished gameplay. Another benefit to the game is the sense of variation offered by the selectable androids' personalities and cartoonish art style; though the action may be familiar and, at times, repetitive, this is still a fun game.

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GameSkinny
TiquorSJ
Top Critic
Sep 30, 2015

Assault Android Cactus is a fun, fast paced, twin stick shooter that genre blends effectively. It's not a walk in the bullet park either.

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9 / 10.0
Mar 8, 2016

If you want a great new twin stick shooter that looks great, sounds great, and most of all plays great pick up Assault Android Cactus on PS4. Whether your a pro at these kind of games or an average gamer you can have fun with it and it gives you plenty to do.

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