CRYPTARK

Cryptark is a 2D sci-fi shooter where you take on the role of a heavily armed privateer seeking to earn government contracts by boarding deadly alien space-hulks. It's up to you to strategize a plan of attack, pick an equipment loadout, and destroy the central core to be victorious.

CRYPTARK is a action roguelike, action and indie game developed and published by Alientrap.
Released on June 20th 2017 is available in English on Windows, MacOS and Linux.

It has received 1,772 reviews of which 1,468 were positive and 304 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. 😊

The game is currently priced at 14.99€ on Steam.

The Steam community has classified CRYPTARK into these genres:

Action Roguelike Action Indie Strategy Adventure Rogue-lite Twin Stick Shooter Space Mechs 2D Sci-fi Rogue-like Bullet Hell Procedural Generation Great Soundtrack Shooter Difficult Singleplayer Local Co-Op Co-op

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Requirements

These are the minimum specifications needed to play the game. For the best experience, we recommend that you verify them.

Windows

OS *: XP/Vista/Windows 7
Processor: Dual-core processor (Intel Dual Core 2.0 GHz or AMD Athlon X2 5200+ 2.6 GHz)
Memory: 1 GB RAM
Graphics: Geforce 9600 GS, Radeon HD4000, Shader Model 3.0, 512 MB
DirectX: Version 9.0c
Storage: 700 MB available space

MacOS

OS: Lion 10.7.5, Yosemite strongly recommended
Processor: Dual Core 2.5 GHz
Memory: 3 GB RAM
Graphics: Geforce 9600 GS, Radeon HD4000, Shader Model 3.0, 512 MB

Linux

OS: glibc 2.15+, 32/64-bit. S3TC is NOT required.
Processor: Dual Core 2.5 GHz
Memory: 3 GB RAM
Graphics: Geforce 9600 GS, Radeon HD4000, Shader Model 3.0, 512 MB

Reviews

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Dec. 2024

This is a good ass game. You can complete it in an hour or two, sure, but it is worth the price. Gameplay is fast, action packed robot bashing fun. Like playing Armored Core with a light mech. And the customization options both give you awesome tools to hack some bots and also play into the planing. The game demands that you plan your path ahead and taunts you to put holes on that plan by giving you some extra cash and goodies so you are always thinking about what compromises you will take so you can get a sick weapon for your exosuit on the next raid. Every weapon, expendable equipment and armor point you put on your exosuit weights on your pocket, and you must be sure that you will have a profit at the end of a mission. You will need every penny and the best gear possible when you get to the last level of the game. So plan ahead, try out different combinations, learn the game so you can complete missions with optimized gear, and make every bullet count. I would wish you good luck, but you'll need more than that if you want to destroy the Cryptark.

Dec. 2024

Review after 15 Hours: A Unique Roguelike Sci-Fi Shooter Cryptark delivers a challenging and engaging experience that combines tactical planning with fast-paced action. With its procedural generation, unique suit abilities, and satisfying combat mechanics, it stands out as a rewarding roguelike shooter. Pros: [*] Replayability: Procedural generation ensures that derelict ships have unique layouts each time, making every run feel fresh. The variety of suits also adds depth to gameplay, encouraging experimentation with different strategies. [*] Atmosphere & Soundtrack: Excellent lighting effects and immersive music create a gritty sci-fi ambiance that pulls you into the game’s world. [*] Satisfying Combat: Shooting mechanics feel impactful, with a wide range of weapons and tools to customize your playstyle. [*] Intruder Suit Gameplay: The Intruder suit brings a methodical, stealthy approach to missions, offering a refreshing change of pace and making strategic planning essential. [*] Challenge: Missions require careful resource management and strategic targeting of ship systems, rewarding players who plan ahead. Cons: [*] Steep Learning Curve: The game can feel overwhelming at first, especially with multiple systems, weapons, and loadout options to master. [*] Difficulty Spikes: The mid-game (around derelict ship 3) introduces a significant jump in challenge, and the final ship, Cryptark, is on a completely different difficulty level. [*] UI Controls: The UI interface in the menus of the game feels clunky at times. Better mouse integration could improve the overall flow. Final Thoughts: Cryptark is a must-play for fans of challenging roguelike shooters with a strategic edge. Its procedural generation and variety of suits keep gameplay fresh and replayable, while its combat and atmosphere are top-notch. However, players should prepare for a steep learning curve and some punishing difficulty spikes. Rating: 3.5/5 If you enjoy tactical gameplay, tough challenges, and a gritty sci-fi aesthetic, Cryptark is well worth diving into.

Sept. 2024

A very enjoyable and strategic roguelike which is challenging without being absurdly difficult. The aesthetics are excellent and the gameplay is tight enough. I've mostly played this on the PS5, often in coop. Recommended, 8/10.

July 2024

Fun as hell! Good strategy as well as good reflexes are required to properly take out the ships. The voice acting is all excellent. The art and sound design is impactful as hell. Absolutely worth a buy!

May 2024

Decent fun. The roguelikes element is not as punishing since it allows you to reset every "room". Reminds me of FTL the way the mission spaced out and how the whole run is supposed to be a prep for the finale. That said, significant weapon variety is a bit lacking (energy weapon is underpowered and ammo based ranged weapon just superior in all the ways that matter) and the type of enemy and your preference in dealing with them restrict your options even further. Also nuke is OP. And very cheap for the kind of damage they can do in a short period of time.

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14.99€

7.9

1,468

304

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Developer

Alientrap

Publisher

Alientrap

Release 20 Jun 2017

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