Redie Demo

Hardcore shooters do not necessarily have to sport the latest graphics engines, because it’s much more important for the gameplay mechanics to work as intended. Players can have a lot of fun even without 4K resolutions, at least as long as there’s a fair challenge for them in store. On the other hand, sometimes it’s better to compromise as well.

Redie is a top-down shooter in which you get to play fast-paced levels with the simple purpose of reaching the end alive. The gameplay mechanics are borrowed from Hotline: Miami, but there are certain differences in terms of pace and level design, although you should be able to get right down to it if you are familiar with the original game and you do not lack patience.

There’s no story like in Hotline: Miami, but that just leaves you more time to focus on the actual shooting. Hence, each stage is all about shooting everyone as quickly as possible, before they get a chance to do the same to you. You can use melee or ranged weapons, although sometimes you receive bonuses if you manage to finish a level without using a firearm.

It’s important for the controls to be snappy and responsive, otherwise frustration enters the picture and it may not be worth the effort. Thankfully, everything is well in this regard, so you can put your skills to good use throughout the game. Obviously, it’s easier to make use of a gamepad instead of the mouse and keyboard combo, but you can enjoy yourself regardless of the method you choose.

As for the graphics, they are nothing out of the ordinary, but they are colorful and enjoyable enough not to be a burden on the eyes. Each level features a different layout and color theme, so it certainly doesn’t get boring. On the other hand, the camera movement can be a tad too annoying when you use a mouse to look around, although you can get used to it after a wile.

All things considered, Redie is quite the challenge, regardless of whether you are already familiar with this style of play or you are new to the whole thing. There are more than enough levels to go through, so the game should keep you busy for quite some time.