It came from space and ate our brains - Remastered

It came from space and ate our brains - Remastered

January 28, 2020

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A merciless alien species that feeds on human brains (duh) has invaded the Earth. Who can stand up to them? You, obviously! Save the world—or at least yourself. Send aliens to oblivion in It Came From Space and Ate Our Brains—a unique top-down arcade shooter. Addicting gameplay elements, co-op mode, …

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Critic Reviews (12)

A.J. Maciejewski Video Chums Jan 2020
60.0 /100

"It&s;s definitely a solid twin-stick shooter but after a while, It came from space and ate our brains becomes so monotonous that you&s;ll eventually feel like something came from space and ate your brain. Well, they got me there, I …"

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Cody Medellin Worth Playing Jan 2020
70.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

90.0

Story

50.0

"While not exactly a top-tier experience, it is recommended if you&s;ve gone through the slew of twin-stick heavy hitters the system already has on offer."

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Jamie Davies GameGrin Jan 2020
45.0 /100

Graphics

58.0

Gameplay

52.0

Story

22.0

"Triangle Studios&s; latest release makes a strong first impression with striking visual effects and satisfying shooting mechanics. Sadly, the appeal quickly wears thin, exposing its repetitive gameplay and samey environments. Good for a handful of short bursts, especially with friends, …"

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Jason Stettner Gamerheadquarters Jan 2020
76.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

78.0

Story

90.0

"It Came From Space and Ate Our Brains is a really enjoyable twin stick shooter offering a fair bit of gameplay and an excellent cooperative time whether that’s locally or online."

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Jordan Gottman The Digital Fix Jan 2020
70.0 /100

"In all, It Came From Space and Ate Our Brains: Remastered is a perfectly fine shooter that offers plenty of fun."

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Justin Oneil ThisGenGaming Jan 2020
75.0 /100

"A good twin-stick shooter but I can’t say it did anything to really make it feel memorable like some other games in the genre have."

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Kevin Mitchell SelectButton Jan 2020
70.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

55.0

"It came from space and are our brains is an enjoyable local multiplayer twin-stick shooter. The gameplay mechanics are very smooth, with responsive controls, and a unique visual style that I adored. It is a bit strange that the game …"

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Kyle Wilson Gamezo Jan 2020
68.0 /100

"This game would be much better enjoyed as a Co-Op experience. It Came From Space is not exactly a party game in the same way Gang Beasts or Overcooked would bring a competitive spirit to game night, but it is …"

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Lewis Langton Rapid Reviews UK Jan 2020
40.0 /100

Graphics

25.0

Gameplay

30.0

Story

35.0

"IT’S INDEPENDENCE DAY IN THE WORLD AND ONLY YOU MY FRIEND CAN STOP IT! In this alien shooter, you are on a mission to save humanity from the blood thirsty, pink, sharp toothed alien menaces; their pink eyes will haunt …"

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75.0 /100

Graphics

78.0

Gameplay

92.0

Story

38.0

"It came from space and ate our brains is one of those games which must be played co-op. If you ask me, play this with your friends and you will taste the real essence of this beautiful entertaining game."

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Michael Tausendpfund neXGam Jan 2020
57.0 /100

Graphics

42.0

Gameplay

68.0

Story

35.0

"It Came From Space And Ate Our Brains is an authentic, old school, twin stick shooter that doesn&s;t value story but takes action. Despite smaller tasks such as destroying a barrier or activating switches, the gameplay remains somewhat monotonous, which …"

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Tyler Ralston Digital Chumps Jan 2020
70.0 /100

Graphics

55.0

Gameplay

65.0

Story

70.0

"Destroying the mass of relentless aliens with different weapons, utilizing special equipment in a close-shave situation and ultimately reaching the finish line or dying, in the end, is a fun time."

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