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Developer: Digital Illusions
Publisher: Strictly Limited Games
Genres: Adventure, Platformer
Ultracore Critic Reviews
View All (21 total)Ultracore is a blast from the past game that really nails what many side-scrolling shooters were like in the 90s; and coupled with modern controls, it's a game worth playing. Though there are a few oversights like getting hit and not knowing it, unlabeled special items, and low difficulty, it's worth a try.
How do I review something that I can barely play? I suppose I can start by not recommending it as that section is so brutally unfair that it’s not fun.
it's really cool that a cancelled 1994 game can get a new lease of life like this, and Ultracore is a good example of its genre. The lack of a save feature, though, is a black mark against it – we can't understand why such an option wasn't included, given other modern features (twin-stick control, the switchable soundtracks) are present and correct. Still, this is solid retro action and a fascinating "what could have been" experience. Of course, in this case, "what could have been" eventually was.
Granted, you could memorize levels through a lot of trial and error and become an Ultracore master. But for me at least, it's not worth the time and effort.
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View MoreUltracore - Available for Pre-Order Now!
Ultracore: Official Game Soundtrack - 2019 Edition - Teaser
Ultracore (formerly Project Hardcore) - Name Reveal Trailer
