When comparing Insanely Twisted Shadow Planet vs Eon Altar, the Slant community recommends Insanely Twisted Shadow Planet for most people. In the question“What are the best 4-player local multiplayer games on Steam?” Insanely Twisted Shadow Planet is ranked 41st while Eon Altar is ranked 46th. The most important reason people chose Insanely Twisted Shadow Planet is:
Normal play has eerie sound effects that make way for wonderful orchestral scores during cut scenes. The overall design of the sound for this game is well thought out.
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Pros
Pro Excellent sound design and aesthetic create an immersive, unique world
Normal play has eerie sound effects that make way for wonderful orchestral scores during cut scenes. The overall design of the sound for this game is well thought out.
Pro Minimal story that lets the player get to the meat of the game
There is an intro to the game that sets up the story and from there not much in the way of continuing this though cutscenes. It is up to the player to fill in the blanks with their imagination which lets one get to the gameplay with little interruptions.
Pro 4 player local and online co-op modes
Insanely Twisted Shadow Planet features a four player online and local co-op mode.
Pro Individual storylines
This game is made for co-op, definitely not single player. Each player has their own storylines though (on top of the main quests) that are private to them. Sometimes players can have secret quests that are competing. How much information you choose to share with your allies is up to you. This style of play is only possible because of the cell phone controller mode.
Pro Fun turn based combat
Combat is turn based, with players taking their turn simultaneously. This allows for more strategy than the normal button mash style of ARPGs. It also makes it more accessible to newer gamers.
Pro Cell phone controller
Instead of pausing the game for everyone while you adjust your character, this can all be done on your phone thus allowing the game play to continue. You also don't have to have multiple controllers on hand as anyone can download the app to their phone and are ready to play.
Cons
Con Boring and repetitive
Con Short
Only takes a 4 to 5 hours to finish the game.
Con Cellphone connection drops
The phone connection constantly drops, making the game barely playable, which is frustrating.