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2010 video game

Robot Unicorn Assail
Developer(s)	Spiritonin Media Games
Publisher(s)	Adult Swim
Platform(s)	Adobe Wink, iOS, Android
Release	NA: February 4, 2010
Genre(southward)	Countless runner
Mode(s)	Unmarried player

Robot Unicorn Set on is an online endless running video game featured on the Developed Swim Games and Flashline Games website. The game was produced by American studio Spiritonin Media Games and was released on February four, 2010. The game'due south soundtrack is the 1994 song "Ever", past the British ring Erasure, in its "2009 Mix" version.

With one one thousand thousand plays within the get-go week of its release,^[i] Robot Unicorn Attack is one of the well-nigh popular and nearly played games featured on Adult Swim. As a result of its popularity, Adult Swim has made official merchandise for the game, and has released information technology on the iOS App Store and Google Play. Adult Swim released iii follow ups to Robot Unicorn Attack, subtitled Heavy Metal, Christmas Edition, and Evolution respectively.

A sequel, titled Robot Unicorn Attack ii was adult by PikPok and released on iOS on Apr 25, 2013, and Android on July 12, 2013.

A third game rendered in full 3D was released titled Robot Unicorn Attack Forever for iOS on April 27, 2017.

Robot Unicorn Attack is no longer available on iOS, and is but available on Android through the Amazon app shop.

Gameplay [edit]

The Robot Unicorn budgeted a star

Robot Unicorn Attack is a side scrolling platform game in which the user controls the movement of a robotic unicorn in a manner similar to Canabalt, a game released in 2009.^[2] The object of the game is to prolong gameplay without falling off the stage, crashing into the edges of platforms, or colliding with crystal stars (without first dashing). Points are earned with play time, past collecting pixies, and past destroying crystal stars by dashing through them. Every bit the game progresses, the stage slides faster. Jumps and dashes tin be chained together while the unicorn is airborne. The histrion has three lives (referred to equally "wishes"), and the sum of the scores from each life count for the histrion's final score.

Merchandise and ports [edit]

Due to the game'south popularity, Adult Swim released a Robot Unicorn Attack T-shirt;^{[iii] [4]} this was the starting time time Developed Swim had released game-related merchandise.^{[ citation needed ]} In June 2010, it was released for iOS,^[5] and in Baronial, the game was released on Facebook,^[6] making it the commencement fourth dimension an Developed Swim game had been ported to Facebook.^{[ commendation needed ]} In the following calendar month, a Robot Unicorn Assault hoodie became available.^{[ citation needed ]} In October, a high-definition version of Robot Unicorn Attack was released for the iPad.^{[ citation needed ]} On April nineteen, 2011, the game was released for Android.^{[ citation needed ]}

Other versions [edit]

Heavy Metallic [edit]

In October 2010, Developed Swim Games released Robot Unicorn Attack: Heavy Metal, an alternating version of the game featuring different visuals and music, for iPhone,^[7] afterwards publishing it to Adultswim.com also on November xix, 2010.^{[ citation needed ]} The game features the song "Battlefield" from German power metal band Blind Guardian.^{[ citation needed ]} The game's presentation is influenced by depictions of Hell besides every bit glam metal.^{[ original research? ]} It received an even improve score on their website than the original.^{[ citation needed ]} In January 2011, Robot Unicorn Attack: Heavy Metallic was made available on Facebook alongside its original analogue, as a single application.^{[ citation needed ]}

Christmas Edition [edit]

On November 23, 2010 Adult Swim released a Christmas-themed version of Robot Unicorn Attack on iTunes,^{[8] [ix]} entitled Robot Unicorn Attack: Christmas Edition. The game features "Christmas Time (Don't Let the Bells End)" by The Darkness.^[10] Robot Unicorn Set on: Christmas Edition was released on Adultswim.com in November 2011,^[11] despite reports to the contrary.^[12]

Evolution [edit]

Robot Unicorn Attack Evolution plays identically to the original, but after 3 stars are broken in a row (4 in a row in the Facebook version), the Robot Unicorn evolves into other robotic creatures. There are also multiple fairies per platform. In the Facebook version, the role player must go along breaking stars in order to transform to the next beast; missing a star volition cause the animal to revert to the unicorn.^{[ citation needed ]}

Retro Unicorn Assail [edit]

Retro Unicorn Attack, a version of the game styled after popular video games in the eight-flake era, was released in 2013.^{[ commendation needed ]}

Sequel [edit]

A sequel titled Robot Unicorn Attack 2 was developed past PikPok and released on iOS on April 25, 2013, and Android on July 12, 2013.^{[ citation needed ]} This sequel expands upon the original's template past calculation new manoeuvres similar the "Rainbow Savior" and "Gallow'southward Gallop". Information technology besides introduces enemies, missions, the option to customise your unicorn's appearance,^[13] and the ability to fly by equipping wings that tin can be unlocked in-game. The core gameplay and controls remain the same as in the original browser game, simply the game also adds a number of new features.^{[ original research? ]} The player tin collect teardrops that can be used to customise their character. Missions tin can be completed to unlock new content and abilities. The game also adds enemies, including giant golems. Egyptian and medieval themed unicorns were introduced in an update, as well equally the new threat of solar geysers.^{[ commendation needed ]} The visuals also received a makeover. The unicorn itself is much more detailed and fluid, and the painted backgrounds also have much more than depth and detail.^[14] Introduced in a mail service-launch update was a "celestial unicorn", likewise every bit a new "Lava" course available for purchase with real-world currency.^{[ citation needed ]}

This is the first Robot Unicorn Attack to include in-game purchases; the histrion tin can buy credits to upgrade his or her unicorn and additional sound-packs.^{[ citation needed ]} Erasure's seminal song "Ever" – which was a main role of the original game – is not part of the default package and must be purchased separately for $0.99.^[fifteen] "I will never be able to carve up Always from Robot Unicorn Assault", wrote Kieron Gillen in 2010. "I can't even imagine wanting to do such a affair. It'd be like decapitating the Mona Lisa. It merges with the sparkles of sound effects and the explosions of lite and makes it complete."^{[ citation needed ]} The song is not included with the base of operations game due to copyright, and as Adult Swim wanted the game to be gratuitous-to-play, it was made into an in-game purchase.^{[ commendation needed ]} Other songs by such bands as Blind Guardian, Slade, Limahl, and Corey Hart are also available for buy.^{[ commendation needed ]}

Parodies [edit]

Combining the game with the Internet meme Nyan Cat (involving a cat with the torso of a Popular-Tart flying through space and leaving a trail of rainbows), a parody game chosen Nyanicorn was created that mimicked the manner of Robot Unicorn Attack, including the gameplay.^{[16] [17]}

There is also a fangame called "Rainbow Dash Assail", where the eponymous Robot Unicorn is replaced by Rainbow Nuance, a Pegasus character from the serial My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic. Rainbow Dash is known to draw a trail of rainbow mid-flight, similar to the Robot Unicorn.^[18]

Critical reception [edit]

Ivan Williams of 1UP.com stated that, "Whether it'due south the song constantly on an [sic] loop or the simple desire to get a meliorate score than the millions of other gamers playing, I challenge anyone to play Robot Unicorn Assault and not have that game pop into your head every now then."^[22] In reviews of the major flash games of 2010, Eurogamer author Kieron Gillen said, "Like a comet made of gold, glitter and Lady Gaga's eyelashes, Robot Unicorn Attack circled the World and filled the firmament with its irresistible radiance for the whole of 2010. It changed lives. It challenged sexualities. Information technology involves pressing two buttons. It is undoubtedly the greatest game of all fourth dimension which features a Robot Unicorn, unless you're a metalhead who digs its sequel."^[2]

Scott Sharkey of UGO Networks said that while "the aesthetic is a good gag for a few minutes", the important point of Robot Unicorn Attack is that "the game itself is addictive plenty to last much, much longer. At least, until someone catches you playing and ribs you lot well-nigh information technology for the side by side week or so."^[23] Neon Kelly, Previews Editor of VideoGamer.com, concluded afterwards playing that "Somehow the whole thing ends up being extremely addictive - despite the fact that the game's tongue is then firmly wedged in its cheek that it'due south in danger of giving itself permanent facial impairment. If yous've non nevertheless done and then, I heartily urge you to go try it."^[24] Toby Dark-green of The Independent wrote in a short review that the game was "Great fun", giving it four out of five stars.^[25]

In a review of the iPhone version of the game, CNN writer Topher Kohan concluded, "Piece of cake-to-employ controls, great soundtrack, the ability to turn the sound off and become useful feedback via vibrate and fun in-game tidbits. This feels like a game yous'll put on your phone, then pull out to play over again and again."^[26] In a twin review for the Australian Broadcasting Corporation by reviewers Stephanie Bendixsen ("Hex") and Steven O'Donnell ("Bajo"), Hex finished past saying, "This game is utterly riDONKulous, then I'm giving it the utterly ridonkulous score of 8971. I can't expect to press Z to chase my dreams once again", to which reviewer Bajo responded, "I'm not sure how to score it subsequently that."^[27]

See as well [edit]

• Nyan True cat, an Internet meme similar to the game

References [edit]

1. ^ "Robot Unicorn Attack v2". Adult Swim / [bumpworthy]. February 22, 2010. Retrieved July 10, 2011.
2. ^ ^{a b} Kieron Gillen (Dec 30, 2010). "Games of 2010: Robot Unicorn Attack". Eurogamer . Retrieved April iii, 2011.
3. ^ "Robot Unicorn Assail 'Hunt Your Dreams' Shirt — Adult Swim Store". Archived from the original on April 27, 2010. Retrieved September 23, 2010.
4. ^ "Robot Unicorn Attack 'Hunt Your Dreams' Ladies Shirt — Adult Swim Store". Archived from the original on December 1, 2010. Retrieved September 23, 2010.
5. ^ "Adult Swim: iPhone Games - Robot Unicorn Set on". Retrieved September 23, 2010.
6. ^ Kieron Gillen (September 20, 2010). "Poke Me: Facebook Robot Unicorn Attack". Rock Paper Shotgun . Retrieved Apr 3, 2011.
7. ^ "Adult Swim : iPhone Games - Robot Unicorn Attack - Heavy Metallic Edition". Games.adultswim.com. Retrieved December 26, 2010.
8. ^ "Robot Unicorn Attack Christmas Edition for iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad on the iTunes App Store". Itunes.apple.com. Dec 20, 2010. Retrieved December 26, 2010.
9. ^ "iPhone Game: Robot Unicorn Attack Christmas - Adult Swim Message Boards". Boards.adultswim.com. Retrieved Dec 26, 2010.
10. ^ "Robot Unicorn Attacks Christmas". Kotaku.com. November 22, 2010. Retrieved December 26, 2010.
11. ^ "Robot Unicorn Attack Christmas". games.adultswim.com. Retrieved November 20, 2011.
12. ^ "Re: iPhone Game: Robot Unicorn Set on Christmas - Adult Swim Message Boards". Boards.adultswim.com. Retrieved July 4, 2011.
13. ^ "Robot Unicorn Assault 2: EuroGamer review". April 27, 2013. Retrieved Apr 27, 2013.
14. ^ "Robot Unicorn Set on 2: The Verge.com review". April 27, 2013. Retrieved April 27, 2013.
15. ^ https://www.hardcoredroid.com/you lot-review-it-robot-unicorn-attack-2/ August 7, 2013
16. ^ John Funk (May 26, 2011). "Nyancat and Robot Unicorn Attack Now Live in Harmony". The Escapist . Retrieved June iv, 2011.
17. ^ Maurice Tan (May 27, 2011). "Nyanicorn is exactly what you lot think it is". Destructoid . Retrieved June seven, 2011.
18. ^ Sethisto (May thirteen, 2011). "Game: Rainbow Dash Assail". Equestria Daily.
19. ^ "Robot Unicorn Attack for iPhone/iPad Reviews". Metacritic. CBS Interactive. Retrieved July xiv, 2018.
20. ^ "Robot Unicorn Assail Heavy Metal Edition for iPhone/iPad Reviews". Metacritic. CBS Interactive. Retrieved July 14, 2018.
21. ^ Hodapp, Eli (June 2, 2010). "'Robot Unicorn Attack' Dashes (With Rainbows) on to the App Store". TouchArcade . Retrieved July 14, 2018.
22. ^ Ivan Williams (February 27, 2010). "Dual Review: Canabalt and Robot Unicorn Attack". 1UP.com . Retrieved April 3, 2011.
23. ^ Scott Sharkey (February 12, 2010). "Recession Gaming: Human-Robot Unicorn Edition". UGO Networks. Archived from the original on March 29, 2010. Retrieved Apr 3, 2011.
24. ^ Neon Kelly (June 6, 2010). "Robot Unicorn Attack, iPhone". VideoGamer.com . Retrieved April three, 2011.
25. ^ Toby Green (June 25, 2010). "Games review: Robot Unicorn Attack". The Independent . Retrieved Apr 3, 2011.
26. ^ Topher Kohan (June 18, 2010). "Review: Adult Swim's 'Robot Unicorn Attack' a dream". CNN . Retrieved Apr three, 2011.
27. ^ Hex; Bajo (May 24, 2010). "Robot Unicorn Attack". Australian Broadcasting Corporation . Retrieved April 3, 2011. {{cite news}}: CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link)

External links [edit]

• Robot Unicorn Assault on the Cyberspace Archive

jimenezafteneirs.blogspot.com

Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robot_Unicorn_Attack

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