Nuclear Throne

Nuclear Throne

December 4, 2015
Vlambeer
4.0/5.0(302 reviews)
~5h playtime
ActionShooterRPGIndie

PS Vita · Linux · macOS · PC · PlayStation 4 · Nintendo Switch · Xbox One

Great

Overall, the player feedback for Nuclear Throne is highly positive, praising the game's addictive gameplay, style, and replayability. However, some players express frustration over its difficulty and occasional design issues. Despite a few critical reviews, the overwhelming majority of players find the game immensely enjoyable and rewarding.

About This Game

Nuclear Throne is a top-down roguelike shooter set in a post-apocalyptic world where players control unique mutated characters to achieve the ultimate goal of reaching the Nuclear Throne. The gameplay features addictive, skill-based mechanics with a focus on character progression through mutations and varied weapon strategies, ensuring high replayability and fast-paced action.

Highlights

  • Unlockable mutated characters with unique abilities
  • Addictive gameplay loop with quick runs
  • Immersive pixel art and distinct sound design
  • Diverse mutations and weapons to strategize with
  • Daily and weekly missions for added challenges
  • Challenging difficulty encourages skill improvement
  • Achievements enhance replay value

Platforms

PS Vita
Linux
macOS
PC
PlayStation 4
Nintendo Switch
Xbox One

Multiplayer

Co-op Supported

Game Information

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Player Reviews

Great

Overall, the player feedback for Nuclear Throne is highly positive, praising the game's addictive gameplay, style, and replayability. However, some players express frustration over its difficulty and occasional design issues. Despite a few critical reviews, the overwhelming majority of players find the game immensely enjoyable and rewarding.

Pros

  • Addictive and fun gameplay
  • Unique art style and sound design
  • High replayability and variety in characters
  • Quick runs
  • Simple, yet skill-based mechanics

Cons

  • High level of difficulty can be frustrating
  • Some design issues, such as boss spawns
  • Limited variety in items and perks
  • Occasional bugs and unintuitive mechanics
  • Some players found it repetitive

Based on 100 reviews from steam

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Nuclear Throne — Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nuclear Throne worth playing?
Nuclear Throne has a great reception from players, holding an average score of 4.0 out of 5 across 302 reviews.
What platforms is Nuclear Throne available on?
Nuclear Throne is available on PlayStation 4.
When did Nuclear Throne release?
Nuclear Throne released on December 4, 2015.
Nuclear Throne: A Unique Top-Down Roguelike Shooter