Release Date: May 1, 2014
A classic top-down shooter, referring to the legends of the Desert Strike series genre. In the game we play the members of the rebel organisation Arcturus, who are trying to put an end to the world dominance of the powerful energy corporation Prometheus.
Project Root, released on PC, XONE, etc., is a classic top-down shooter, referring to the legends of the genre known from arcade machines and 16-bit computers. The game was created by an independent studio OPQAM from Argentina.
The plot of Project Root is set in a world in which practically all production and distribution of electronic energy by a powerful corporation called Prometheus. Thanks to the ideas of the brilliant president Demetrio Watts, the company has developed new technologies that allow it to produce more energy at a much lower cost, giving it almost full control over the market. No one, however, expects that Prometheus' charismatic boss has his motives and is secretly making plans to take full control of humanity. The only people who know Watts' true intentions are a group of rebels who call themselves Arcturus.
The gameplay mechanics of Project Root are clearly based on classics like Desert Strike (and its sequels - Jungle Strike and Nuclear Strike), offering the possibility of moving within a 360 degree radius and free map exploration. We pilot modern combat fighters, and our task is to deal with waves of enemies, among which there are air and ground targets (e.g. tanks), as well as a bit more demanding bosses. During breaks between missions, we can improve our aircraft by installing various upgrades, improving e.g. speed, firepower, armor strength, etc.
Project Root is for one player only.
Project Root combines graphic style referring to classic genre with modern special effects. The game takes place at an extremely fast pace and is accompanied by a whole series of explosions and missiles coming from every direction.
Platforms:
PC Windows May 1, 2014
PlayStation Vita April 28, 2015
PlayStation 4 April 28, 2015
Xbox One April 28, 2015
Developer: OPQAM
Publisher: Reverb Triple XP
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System Requirements for Project Root Video Game:
PC / Windows
Minimum System Requirements:
Dual Core 1.5 GHz, 1 GB RAM, 800 MB HDD, Windows Vista/7/8.
PlayStation Vita
Supports:
PlayStation Network
PlayStation 4
Supports:
PlayStation Network
Xbox One
Supports:
Xbox Live
Game Ratings for Project Root Video Game.
GameCrate: 6.8 / 10 by Robert Workman
Had Project Root thrown in a better checkpoint system and a far more rockin' soundtrack, it could be considered one of the better retro-inspired shooters on the market. As it stands, only a certain few will be able to appreciate it with its high difficulty settings. Those that do, however, should be satisfied with getting to the Root of the problem.
Pure Xbox: 3 / 10 by Ken Barnes
There's scope here for a good game were a bit more work put in, but the smart money says that you'll be way more frustrated with Project Root's patently unfair gameplay than you are impressed by it.
Hardcore Gamer: 2 / 5 by Alex Carlson
Project Root is one of those rare occasions where the game falters not just through poor execution, but through poor concept. Having a shmup in an open-world is awkward because you need to be able to see all of your surroundings.
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