Iro Hero (2018) · Tastebuds

In a world where humans are used as power supplies, only one man has the will to change it all!

Shooter Adventure Indie Arcade Action shoot 'em upPlayStation 4, Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch

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Grave, plot-driven, unpretentious and resolved.

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Nintendo LifeGonçalo LopesJun 20187/10
Iro Hero ends up being a competent euro-shmup homage to the dual phase/puzzle shmup gameplay pivoted by Treasure's Magnum Opus. While some designs choices could be avoided with some proper care while transitioning the game to Switch, what is on offer is solid shmup action for those who are seeking something a new challenge. Hard as nails, often unfairly so until you learn to play with perfect precision, we still consider it worthy of your time.
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TheSixthAxisTuffcubFeb 20207/10
Another solid, but fairly unoriginal shoot 'em up, Iro Hero's colour coding mechanic adds a layer to the gameplay that elevates it above a bog standard shooter. A cheap and cheerful game to pass ten minutes while a 30GB update for the latest AAA game downloads.
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Pure NintendoJaime CarrilloAug 20187/10
No, it won't replace the Ikaruga's or Raiden's of your past, but Iro Hero is a valiant crack at the all-too-rare shoot ‘em up genre. If you've got a top-down, bullet-heavy adventure itch that needs scratching, Iro Hero will likely satisfy.
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Cubed3Gabriel JonesJun 20184/10
This shmup is only recommended for those out there willing to put up with a lot of tedium.
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Video ChumsA.J. MaciejewskiJul 20184.1/10
Fantastic music and unique scoring system aside, Iro Hero simply isn't a fun shoot 'em up.
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Platforms: PlayStation 4, Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch
Developer: Artax Games
Publisher: Artax Games, Eastasiasoft
Released: June 7, 2018
Modes: Single player
Perspective: Bird view / Isometric

IGDB rating 4.8/10 from 2 ratings.

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