When comparing Neon Shadow vs Osmos HD, the Slant community recommends Osmos HD for most people. In the question“What are the best Android games without in-app purchases/paywalls?” Osmos HD is ranked 10th while Neon Shadow is ranked 72nd. The most important reason people chose Osmos HD is:
Due to games ambient soundtrack and calm gameplay, this game creates a no-stress environment, allowing it to be thoroughly enjoyed at your own pace.
Specs
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Pros
Pro Diverse multiplayer allows you to easily play locally or online with friends
Neon Shadow supports local area network multiplayer as well as online multiplayer support for death-match play.
Pro Familiar and classic FPS and arena gameplay that is easy to understand
Core gameplay mechanics are of old-school first person shooter. Players move room to room finding objects called nodes to shoot before being allowed to leave to the next room. While trying to find the node players will of course be facing off against AI controlled enemies.
Pro Great controller support that allows a wide selection of different controllers to work
Neon Shadow has built in HID controller support, SHIELD Games support and MOGA controller support. So no matter what type of Android controller you own, it should work out of the box.
Pro Anyone can pick up the game and figure out the intuitive touch controls
There is no jump button, reload button or an interaction button, keeping the touch controls interface quite simple. Left side of the screen moves the player, right side looks around, and there is a fire button. This makes the controls simple to understand and use.
Pro Varied powerful weapons keeps the gameplay entertaining
Each weapon in game gives a sense of differentiating power. There is a good selection of guns that all have different shooting abilities and power. Each one allows the player to feel as though they are well equipped for the task at hand.
Pro Tablet split screen same device multiplayer allows 2 players to easily play on a single device
Neon Shadow allows 2 players to play multiplayer on a single tablet device using split screen. Controllers would be ideal for this.
Pro Relaxing all around design that is great for lounging and passive play
Due to games ambient soundtrack and calm gameplay, this game creates a no-stress environment, allowing it to be thoroughly enjoyed at your own pace.
Pro Multiple game modes to choose from keeps the gameplay fresh, by switching it up
There are two game modes for Osmos to choose from: Odyssey and Arcade. Odyssey is a 27-level long campaign mode that takes you through the story of Osmos, all the while progressing in complexity. On the other hand, Arcade is a free-play mode with adjustable difficulty and game types that are unlocked once Odyssey mode has been completed.
Pro Beautiful visual design that shows a lot of polish and love
The visual design is clear and beautiful, giving all the necessary gameplay information while being very pleasant to simply look at.
Pro Wonderfully ambient soundtrack that suits the gameplay perfectly
This award-winning hypnotic ambient soundtrack will make you forget about your surroundings and completely engross you.
Pro Accommodating multiplayer mode, whether you want to play locally or online
Osmos HD offers a local and online multiplayer mode that offers 6 distinct arenas.
Pro Easily try the game for free thanks to a free demo that is available
If you are not convinced that this game is worth your money, you can download and play a demo from the Google Play store.
Cons
Con Shallow gameplay
While the story and game mechanics are serviceable one has to wonder how much better the game could have been if more attention was focused on these areas during development.
Con Not available on Android anymore
PC only via Steam.
Con Gameplay is too short
The content of the games lasts about 5 hours, which could be easily done in one sitting.
Con Not free
