Assault Android Cactus+ releases March 8th on Switch. Currently discounted to $14.99.

[Deleted member 28461]

Nintendo store page. It will be $19.99 regularly.



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Assault Android Cactus is a fantastic twin-stick shooter that originally released in 2015. While it has appeared on PS4, Xbox One, and PC already, this will be the first portable version. It will include a Campaign+ mode with remixed stages.

A lot of you may be familiar with the developer, as he has been active in our community for years. Paz. He's a good dude, so hopefully he pops in this thread so we can get some more info about the port.

Despite already owning it on every other available platform, I can't resist buying this version. The character variety makes it easy to revisit, and it's one of the few games my SO will play co-op with me. We're both excited to have it on the Switch.

From the dev:

Feels good to have the AAC+ trailer out there, even if they used a whack thumbnail :P

This is pretty much the ultimate version of the game and has a bunch of new content & features, Campaign+ is a complete remix of all 25 levels, aim assist to allow single joy-con support for easy co-op (and massive boost in accessibility), a new costume for each character.

Plus literal years of refinements, improvements, and a ton of optimization to get it running slick and smooth.

Thanks for the shoutout.

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In handheld and table top modes it is 720p native, in TV mode it's 900p.

In single player it's close to a 60fps lock, in multiplayer it depends on how many players and which level you're playing but I don't believe performance will be a hindrance to anyone's enjoyment, similar to how it wasn't an issue on PS4 despite not being completely locked in multiplayer either, we always target 60fps. Gameplay footage in the trailer was captured from a switch.

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[Dr. Zoidberg]

I enjoyed the game when it was free on Xbox One so I encourage Switch-only owners to pick it up if they like a good twin-stick shooter.

 

[chubigans]

Hell yeah, this game is so good y'all. Buy buy buy!

 

[Deleted member 3017]

This game is GOOD STUFF

Loved it to death on PS4

 

[Ge0force]

It's a great game, but what's going on with these high prices for old games on Switch? I don't think it ever was so expensive on pc...

 

[iosefe]

ya'll owe it to yourself to buy this game. it's some great action

 

[5taquitos]

Buy this game.

Edit: Hmm, hard to tell from the trailer on my phone, is this 60 fps?

 

[antitrop]

Platinum'd it on PS4 and I might say it's my favorite twin-stick shooter ever.

 

[Deleted member 3017]

It's a great game, but what's going on with these high prices for old games on Switch? I don't think it ever was so expensive on pc...

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oof it is $5 cheaper normally on PS4 (same price at launch, at least)

that's unfortunate

 

[chanman]

Platinum'd it on PS4 and I might say it's my favorite twin-stick shooter ever.

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Agree game is really fun.

 

[Tebunker]

It's a great game, but what's going on with these high prices for old games on Switch? I don't think it ever was so expensive on pc...

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oof it is $5 cheaper normally on PS4 (same price at launch, at least)

that's unfortunate

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From the eshop thread Paz has mentioned that a lot of new content and work has gone in to the game including accessibility options and making the game work with a single joycon. Updated and new stages etc.

This isn't a simple port, but a + version of the game.

He also said the 25% discount is there to lessen the blow initially.

 

[shinespark]

Like everyone has said, it's a great game and well worth the price. The combo system is easy to get into but rewards mastery, the powerups are fun, and there's so many different characters to unlock that you're bound to find a playstyle that you dig.

 

[Tebunker]

Feels good to have the AAC+ trailer out there, even if they used a whack thumbnail :P

This is pretty much the ultimate version of the game and has a bunch of new content & features, Campaign+ is a complete remix of all 25 levels, aim assist to allow single joy-con support for easy co-op (and massive boost in accessibility), a new costume for each character.

Plus literal years of refinements, improvements, and a ton of optimization to get it running slick and smooth.

Thanks for the shoutout.

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This should go in the OP

 

[Transistor]

Game is so damn good. Getting S+ on all the levels is just so much fun.

 

[Deleted member 28461]

Buy this game.

Edit: Hmm, hard to tell from the trailer on my phone, is this 60 fps?

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I'm hoping Paz can confirm in here. I would imagine it's 60 fps, since the game really demands it.

This should go in the OP

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On it, thanks.

 

[Tebunker]

I'm hoping Paz can confirm in here. I would imagine it's 60 fps, since the game really demands it.


On it, thanks.

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Follow that link a few posts down he comments on framerate that it is near 60fps locked. Sounds like they are close.

 

[Deleted member 3017]

From the eshop thread Paz has mentioned that a lot of new content and work has gone in to the game including accessibility options and making the game work with a single joycon. Updated and new stages etc.

This isn't a simple port, but a + version of the game.

He also said the 25% discount is there to lessen the blow initially.

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oh wow, sounds like the remixed campaign is going to be pretty substantial

 

[Deleted member 28461]

Follow that link a few posts down he comments on framerate that it is near 60fps locked. Sounds like they are close.

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Nice, thanks for the heads up. I'm going to add that post as well.

Native res in handheld sounds fantastic. I do hope it stays close to the 60 fps target. I can deal with graphical sacrifices on Switch ports, but it's really hard for me to get past a dodgy framerate.

 

[Ge0force]

From the eshop thread Paz has mentioned that a lot of new content and work has gone in to the game including accessibility options and making the game work with a single joycon. Updated and new stages etc.

This isn't a simple port, but a + version of the game.

He also said the 25% discount is there to lessen the blow initially.

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Oh I see. In that case, $15 seems a correct price. Great to see that the dev puts so much love in the Switch version.

 

[Mr.Deadshot]

Awesome game. Played it on PC. I remember the final boss being super hard. But the overall flow of the game is damn fine.

 

[coma]

Game is a lot of fun. Give it a shot.

 

[Etrian Darkness]

I never actually played the version I own Steam.

If it runs good on Switch I'll buy and play it on there.

 

[Rei no Otaku]

Feels like a long lost Dreamcast game. I enjoyed it on PS4.

 

[antitrop]

Awesome game. Played it on PC. I remember the final boss being super hard. But the overall flow of the game is damn fine.

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I want to say it took me like 2-3 hours straight of memorizing the final boss's patterns to S+ it and get the Platinum trophy. It was a very satisfying accomplishment.

 

[maouvin]

I played it a bit on PS4 while waiting for the Vita version. Alas. Might double dip now for portability (and because it's fun ofc).

 

[SparksterMeta0]

I guess I'll triple dip (Steam, PC, and now Switch)
Fun recommended twin shooter.

 

[oliverandm]

One of the best co-op experiences, I have a had in recent times. Suffice to say you should grab it and play with friends - locally!

 

[OldSocksAndShoes]

One of the best twin-stick shooters of all time. Highly HIGHLY recommended.

 

[Deleted member 28461]

Hell yeah, this game is so good y'all. Buy buy buy!

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Wouldn't it be nice if we got a second eranian-developed Switch game in March? That would be so cool. Who would put out a game, though? What other indie dev who also posts on Era has a Switch port cooking up with no announced release date? Surely there's something else that can be served up soon.

 

[Ryszard]

This game is amazing. Double dip on Switch, hands down.

I have been playing this last week Nex Machina and I was thinking, "I really miss a good twin stick shooter on Switch", and here we are.

Perfect timing.

 

[Paz]

Thanks for the kind words <3

Looks like most of the questions in the thread have been answered already but if people have any others I'm happy to provide more info.

This really is the ultimate version of Cactus!

 

[Jimnymebob]

Cool.
I didn't get super into chasing scores on the PS4 version, but I enjoyed my time with the main story.
The cheats were fun, too.

 

[flashman92]

Games great. Coral is best android.

 

[Deleted member 28461]

This game is amazing. Double dip on Switch, hands down.

I have been playing this last week Nex Machina and I was thinking, "I really miss a good twin stick shooter on Switch", and here we are.

Perfect timing.

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Not that this should dissuade you from picking up AAC+, but if you're looking for more twin-stick goodness on the Switch I'd suggest checking out 10tons games on the eshop. Neon Chrome is currently on sale for $6.74. They also put Tesla vs Lovecraft, Jydge, and Crimsonland on the Switch. All solid twin-stick shooters, IMO. Neon Chrome is my least favorite of the batch, but at that price I'd say it's worth checking out.

Games great. Coral is best android.

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I'm a Starch guy, with Lemon as my second choice. My SO played Holly, since she doesn't have much experience in the genre and needed the homing bullets. I'm crazy excited for the aim assist mode here. She had to drop out after a while due to the difficulty, and it really bummed her out. Now I'm hoping she can tough it out.

 

[iosefe]

Thanks for the kind words <3

Looks like most of the questions in the thread have been answered already but if people have any others I'm happy to provide more info.

This really is the ultimate version of Cactus!

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all but one. do you have plans to incorporate Campaign+ in other versions?

 

[Paz]

all but one. do you have plans to incorporate Campaign+ in other versions?

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We're looking in to the logistics of that, it's more likely for pc than other consoles, but for now we're focused entirely on the switch release to ensure it's as good as it can be.

It's a fairly significant rebuild of the game in some ways, in terms of both tech and content.

 

[Ryszard]

Not that this should dissuade you from picking up AAC+, but if you're looking for more twin-stick goodness on the Switch I'd suggest checking out 10tons games on the eshop. Neon Chrome is currently on sale for $6.74. They also put Tesla vs Lovecraft, Jydge, and Crimsonland on the Switch. All solid twin-stick shooters, IMO. Neon Chrome is my least favorite of the batch, but at that price I'd say it's worth checking out.



I'm a Starch guy, with Lemon as my second choice. My SO played Holly, since she doesn't have much experience in the genre and needed the homing bullets. I'm crazy excited for the aim assist mode here. She had to drop out after a while due to the difficulty, and it really bummed her out. Now I'm hoping she can tough it out.

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Thank you mate. I'll take a look on those!

 

[Deleted member 5621]

Assault Android Cactus deserves all of the love. Get this if you haven't yet, ERA.

 

[plebc]

Just got it! 😁

 

[Shaneus]

This game is amazing. Double dip on Switch, hands down.

I have been playing this last week Nex Machina and I was thinking, "I really miss a good twin stick shooter on Switch", and here we are.

Perfect timing.

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Oh god, I want Nex Machina on Switch something severe.

But that'll never happen :(

Everyone buy AAC!

 

[Ultimadrago]

Coral Boyz Represent. I have the original on Steam already, so I'll likely stick to that. Remixed levels sound cool though!

Thanks for the kind words <3

Looks like most of the questions in the thread have been answered already but if people have any others I'm happy to provide more info.

This really is the ultimate version of Cactus!

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Is there going to be a sequel ever ever??

 

[Lumination]

Still my favorite twin stick shooter.

Still no online :(

 

[Paz]

Coral Boyz Represent



Is there going to be a sequel ever ever??

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Been working on the paper design for a few years now and I think we've come up with something special, but it's not in active development. The current timeline is "before I die but not right now", it's hard to commit the resources that would be needed to do this game again when it's so niche to be honest (we basically destroyed ourselves physically and mentally to do aac with what we had the first time).

We have some other smaller scoped projects in development.

 

[QisTopTier]

Remember when all the idiotic memelords of the internet voted for broforce over this wonderful game as the freebie on ps+ and that port ended up being a buggy piece of shit. Good times.

This game is great btw :) Highly recommended

 

[Ultimadrago]

Been working on the paper design for a few years now and I think we've come up with something special, but it's not in active development. The current timeline is "before I die but not right now", it's hard to commit the resources that would be needed to do this game again when it's so niche to be honest (we basically destroyed ourselves physically and mentally to do aac with what we had the first time).

We have some other smaller scoped projects in development.

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Indeed, fair. Well, I look forward to what's cooking next and best wishes on this + addition rolling in some extra revenue!

 

[NLCPRESIDENT]

Amazing fkn game. Dont sleep

 

[Refyref]

This game is an absolutely amazing twin stick shooter. It's so darn smooth.

Neon Chrome is currently on sale for $6.74. They also put Tesla vs Lovecraft, Jydge, and Crimsonland on the Switch. All solid twin-stick shooters, IMO. Neon Chrome is my least favorite of the batch, but at that price I'd say it's worth checking out.

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The problem with Neon Chrome is that the roguelite package dilutes the shooting mechanics, and the random level generator is pretty weak. The other 10tons shooters are much better designed.

 

[Deleted member 28461]

Remember when all the idiotic memelords of the internet voted for broforce over this wonderful game as the freebie on ps+ and that port ended up being a buggy piece of shit. Good times.

This game is great btw :) Highly recommended

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I was so pissed.

 

[LewieP]

Allow me to chime in with all the other people saying how fantastic this is. A must have for Switch owners who love twin stick shooters. The new accessibility options sound like a lot of thought went into them.

 

[Deleted member 44371]

if i play this solo are npcs controlling other characters in coop?