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Space Adventure Cobra - The Awakening
Developer Magic Pockets
Play as Cobra, the space pirate, in an action platformer. Along with Lady Armaroid, your loyal partner, and equipped with your iconic Psychogun, you must solve a mystery that could threaten the entire universe. From the Steam store page
126 reactions from 4 sources (Bluesky, Steam reviews, Mastodon, Lemmy) · newest Oct 20, 2026 · last updated Oct 20, 2026 · How this works
Audience score
82
LovedLoved
42 positive · 9 negative
95% range 70–90%
| Source | + | − | = |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bluesky * | 10 | 3 | 57 |
| Steam reviews | 42 | 9 | 0 |
| Mastodon * | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Lemmy * | 0 | 0 | 2 |
* shown, not counted in the score (label accuracy below our 85% bar or not yet audited).
Steam's own rating
Very Positive
47 of 56 reviews positive (all languages, per Valve)
What players are saying
83% recommend · 44 yes, 9 no
Counted from the reviewers’ own thumbs up/down on the 53 English Steam reviews we collected, not by the AI. Valve’s all-language rating: Very Positive (117 of 146 positive).
Players praise the game's faithful adaptation of the classic anime and its nostalgic atmosphere. [1][2][3] Many reviewers highlight the fun Psychogun mechanics and fast-paced gameplay. [4][5][6] Some players criticize the controls, bugs, and repetitive level design. [7][8][9]
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- [7]
I gave this game a good shot and was hype, The gameplay feel and visuals were good, but by the 1 and a half hour mark it became apparent that it has shockingly boring stage design that just dragged on and on with barely anything ever happening while the game just used the same template for the levels with the same switches and layouts over and over again. By the 2 and a half hour mark it was clear that this was …
- [1]
This is probably my favorite anime of all time. Not because it's the best quality, but because it's theme, characters, humor, writing, and world building are some of the most entertaining/original things I've ever seen. This game might have a few awkward issues like the controls to aim/move being bound to the same joystick, but if you're used to playing any retro games in the modern era, you'll be prepared to adapt …
- [4]
I love it! I'm a huge fan of all things Cobra and I was totally not expecting this game until I stumbled across the trailer. I tried the demo and loved it then bought the game as soon as saw it was released. I love how they use the show as cut scenes and implement elements from the show as game mechanics. Clearly the people who worked on this were fans of the show as well! The legendary Psycho Gun especially feels …
- [3]
Space Adventure Cobra is a love letter to the fans of the eponymous 80's show, made by people who obviously revere the source material and tried to translate it as accurately as possible in a fast-paced sidescrolling action-platformer, sprinkled with a good dose of run and gun elements, divided in relatively lengthy but linear chapters covering all the Captain Nelson's treasure arc. Let's start with the …
- [2]
It didn't attract me first but I waited for release since demo. Space Adventure Cobra setting goes well with 2D action platformer concept. I tested it both with keyboard+mouse and DualShock — fine control and no lags. Dev really represent classic anime atmosphere. Through levels you can find some secrets and try to beat 'timerecord'.
Summarised from 34 of the 135 public posts collected about this game; every point cites the posts behind it ([n] opens the post) and the split is counted from the posts’ own ratings. Updated Oct 10, 2026. How summaries are made
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Space Adventure Cobra - The Awakening sits at 82% positive across 51 opinionated reactions from 4 sources. Fresh or rotten — where do you land?
Reactions
60 of 126 · most liked firstBanger OST time! This is the title theme for Space Adventure Cobra - The Awakening! This track is so awesome 🥹 it's a bop, but it's also so beautiful! There's a lot going on in this track, but my favorite part is the vocals, they are just so beautiful and amazing 😭 it's an incredible title theme!
positive · AI labelView post →I gave this game a good shot and was hype, The gameplay feel and visuals were good, but by the 1 and a half hour mark it became apparent that it has shockingly boring stage design that just dragged on and on with barely anything ever happening while the game just used the same template for the levels with the same switches and layouts over and over again. By the 2 and a half hour mark it was clear that this was quite literally the most boring side scroller I have ever played. I got to episode…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →There's already one review of Space Adventure Cobra: The Awakening that mentions me by name. This is a side effect I never envisioned. www.nintendoworldreport.com/review/72200...
neutral · AI labelView post →Space Adventure Cobra - The Awakening PC and Consoles Magic Pockets / Microids, 26 Aug, 2025
neutral · AI labelView post →Space Adventure Cobra: The Awakening (PS5/Switch) is $24.99 on Amazon buff.ly/QiTFvrG Best Buy buff.ly/4XoevYv #ad
neutral · AI labelView post →This is probably my favorite anime of all time. Not because it's the best quality, but because it's theme, characters, humor, writing, and world building are some of the most entertaining/original things I've ever seen. This game might have a few awkward issues like the controls to aim/move being bound to the same joystick, but if you're used to playing any retro games in the modern era, you'll be prepared to adapt to funky control schemes. I got used to it after about 20 minutes. I've played…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Space Adventure Cobra - The Awakening PC / Switch / PS5 / Xbox Series X|S Magic Pockets / Microids, Out Now
neutral · AI labelView post →This game could be very nice. Alas, it has the most awful controls settings I've ever seen. Get this: the left stick is used both to move AND aim. Do you want to stand still and aim? You can't. Why? Go ♥♥♥♥ yourself that's why. Oh yeah, and imagine running, jumping and shooting at enemies in all directions, including backward. This feels so stupid it makes me angry. This is so wrong I can't believe nobody vetoed it. I won't play the game until they allow to move with the left stick and aim…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →It didn't attract me first but I waited for release since demo. Space Adventure Cobra setting goes well with 2D action platformer concept. I tested it both with keyboard+mouse and DualShock — fine control and no lags. Dev really represent classic anime atmosphere. Through levels you can find some secrets and try to beat 'timerecord'.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →'Space Adventure Cobra - The Awakening' launches August 26th on Xbox Series, PS5, Switch and PC. youtu.be/Ww6wcNR388k?...
neutral · AI labelView post →Space Adventure Cobra - The Awakening (Switch / PS5) physical releases are 25% off at Best Buy: bit.ly/42cHudE $29.99 lowest price ever
neutral · AI labelView post →Wow simply wow! Works flawlessly on Deck, controls are super responsive, graphics are beautiful and gameplay oh my! Amazingly fun, addictive and super fast paced! Only finished first mission, but can’t wait to see what’s coming 🙌🏼
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →The Space Adventure Cobra - The Awakening side-scrolling game streams a gameplay trailer and offers a demo before its August 26 launch!
neutral · AI labelView post →The side-scrolling game Space Adventure Cobra - The Awakening has revealed a new "anime trailer." The game will launch on August 26.
neutral · AI labelView post →Microids has announced action platformer "Space Adventure Cobra - The Awakening" which will be releasing on PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, and Xbox in 2025. The game will be covering the first 12 episodes of the anime. PV: www.youtube.com/watch?v=ftyv... Steam: store.steampowered.com/app/2878220
neutral · AI labelView post →Finally got 100% in Space Adventure Cobra the Awakening. Besides some low-res textures at parts, and some easily overcome-able bugs, the game was so much fun. The Roulette of Death DLC (based on ep 13 of the series, with Hammerbolt Joe) was a blast too. I hope this does well enough for a sequel.
positive · AI labelView post →Space Adventure Cobra - The Awakening PC / Switch / PS5 / Xbox Series X|S Magic Pockets / Microids, Out Today
neutral · AI labelView post →Initial impressions of Space Adventure Cobra - The Awakening: pretty solid so far. Enjoying the guided shot mechanics and the 80s vibes. HOWEVER: it forces you to use the analog stick to move, which can feel sloppy and awkward in a sidescrolling platformer. #indiegame #indiedev #gamedev #platformer
neutral · AI labelView post →'Space Adventure Cobra: The Awakening' launches August 26th on Xbox One/Series, PS4/5, Nintendo Switch and PC. www.gematsu.com/2025/03/spac...
neutral · AI labelView post →It's funny af when games let you leave combat by walking through a door lmao like bullets are still flying and it's like "aight I'll see y'all later 👋🙂" Game: Space Adventure Cobra: The Awakening by Magic Pockets (Nintendo Switch version)
neutral · AI labelView post →Space Adventure Cobra: The Awakening (S/PS5) $29.99 via Amazon (Prime Eligible). ow.ly/eGfn50WTmIn Best Buy. ow.ly/C0Qc50WTmIl
neutral · AI labelView post →ngl dying in the middle of dialogue in games be funny af cuz the character will be in the middle of talking and just go dead silent 🤣 he had so much to say and never got to say it 😔 Game: Space Adventure Cobra: The Awakening by Magic Pockets (Nintendo Switch version)
neutral · AI labelView post →Space Adventure Cobra: The Awakening uses scenes from the anime for its cutscenes, and tbh it makes me want to go watch the anime lmao it looks so sick! I absolutely adore anime from this era, I grew up watching a lot of anime from this time period and it's so nostalgic to me, I love it so much 🥹
positive · AI labelView post →Space Adventure Cobra: The Awakening is 25% off (30€) on Amazon ES. A fun run‑and‑gun based on the 80s anime. Switch: amzlink.to/az0dLQkAlaHU2 PS5: amzlink.to/az0NZqia3MRpI
neutral · AI labelView post →First impression.... Controls are jank, but workable if you use mouse and KB (and Yolomouse). Game has so much potential, I hope they smooth out the controls and add a aiming cursor for the mouse. It's really like playing a Cobra adventure. The levels have been fun and I'm having a great time. 10/10 soundtrack and art After beating the game... I ended up switching back to controller and it's not so bad if you use the aim button. It has a slight autoaim when you run and shoot. I swapped back to…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Despite growing up in the 1970’s, I don’t actually remember ever seeing the T.V series but I thought it looks like something I’d enjoy, so I bought it & boy am I glad I did! I’m absolutely loving this game!!! It’s clearly very lovingly created & it’s a 10/10 from me. I love everything about it, from the story to the graphics to the gameplay & oh man, that funky soundtrack is to die for! Highly recommended. Also, you CAN stand still & aim/shoot. You just hold down I really don't understand…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Next game is Space Adventure Cobra: The Awakening! This game is based off of an anime that I know absolutely nothing about lmao the cover art is sick tho! ngl I don't really what genre this game is either 😅 it's a 2D side scroller, so it might be a platformer or Metroidvania, but it should be fun!
neutral · AI labelView post →Pre-Order: Space Adventure Cobra: The Awakening (S/PS5) $35.96 via VGP. ow.ly/NSJO50VB4Je $39.99 via Target. ow.ly/h7v050VB4Ja
neutral · AI labelView post →I saw the cover of the game online just looking at other titles and really liked the whole 70s/80s anime style, obviously meaning I had no prior knowledge of 'Space Adventure Cobra,' so in my short time researching I learned about the anime and instantly liked it so it was a no brainer to then try 'The Awakening.' The game uses the first 12 episodes for its story (13 if you count the Deluxe Edition DLC that has the 13th episode) where Cobra, a legendary pirate seemingly dies..... until the…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →So to help you guys understand the premise if you are unaware, the developers of this game basically took the 1982-1983 anime TV series called "Space Cobra" (you can look it up on IMDB) and adapted the storyline of the first 12 episodes (13 with Deluxe Edition) into a video game. Cons: * The cinematic scenes seem a bit low-resolution / blocky / pixelated. The regular in-game / in-engine rendering is really good, though, looks nice and sharp with smooth framerates. * This is minor, and I'll…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Side-scrolling action platformer Space Adventure Cobra: The Awakening announced for PS5, Xbox Series, PS4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC www.gematsu.com/2024/09/side...
neutral · AI labelView post →I love it! I'm a huge fan of all things Cobra and I was totally not expecting this game until I stumbled across the trailer. I tried the demo and loved it then bought the game as soon as saw it was released. I love how they use the show as cut scenes and implement elements from the show as game mechanics. Clearly the people who worked on this were fans of the show as well! The legendary Psycho Gun especially feels great! It's a 4 in 1 gun with slight aim assist while normal shooting, a wider…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Review: Space Adventure Cobra - The Awakening Ended up enjoying this quite a bit. Fast-paced levels, fun combat, lots of optional content. A solid game despite its occasionally janky controls. Review: www.gtogg.com/News/en/Spac... #SpaceAdventureCobraTheAwakening #indiegame #platformer #keymailer
positive · AI labelView post →Decent platformer based on an anime so old school most people forgot it existed.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →i do not recommend this game it has no save points until you kill the boss when you exit the game you have to start right back at the start of the level no saves or manual save
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →First of all, I'm a huge 1980s Anime fan, I'm the target audience for this game (43 years old). I have the soundtrack in my car along with several other Anime classics. Moreover, I own the animé on Blu-Ray, same as the movie, and an artbook. This game has everything from the first 13 episodes of the series (31 in total). The looks, characters and weapons are all there, yet I can't help but agree with some reviewers here, and outside Steam that describe the game as a tad predictable and also…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Its a fun game overall but way too may glitches and bugs that'll cause you to restart the level, maybe after they patch it up I'd recommend it but as if now unless you're a Cobra fan hold off
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Hellooooooo everyone, Cheesephobia is here I think I've played enough to say that this is now my favorite game. Sure, it has a few bugs, but hey, the game was released 2 days ago. I've read some reviews and I don't understand why people complain about the controls. In principle, I see no point in complaining about the controls if the game has the ability to customize it. Someone complained about the poor design of the locations, but I don't understand what else the developers had to add there…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Space Adventure Cobra - The Awakening, a metroidvania based on the 1982 anime, is announced for release on August 26 on all major platforms.. >Play as Cobra, the space pirate, in an action platformer. Along with Lady Armaroid, your loyal partner, and equipped with your iconic Psychogun, you must solve a mystery that could threaten the entire universe. 🌐 [Steam](https://store.steampowered.com/app/2878220/Space_Adventure_Cobra__The_Awakening/)
neutral · AI labelView post →First things first. If you like sci-fi, or anime, or both, and haven't watched the 31 episodes of Space Adventure Cobra (aka "Space Cobra" in Japan) anime from 1982 (preferably in Japanese language & English subtitles since no good full English dub is available), then do yourself a big favor and watch it. It's a neat mix of the original versions of Star Wars, Blade Runner, and James Bond with little to no restrictions, and the timeless art style and animations still holds up today, with…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Space Adventure Cobra: The Awakening was a good time. Some hilarious moments. 😆 www.twitch.tv/saltandsassg...
positive · AI labelView post →I hated doing it, but had to refund. controls are too out of place and too many button mechanics to be fun for me. i really hope the game improves with time.
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Space Adventure Cobra is a love letter to the fans of the eponymous 80's show, made by people who obviously revere the source material and tried to translate it as accurately as possible in a fast-paced sidescrolling action-platformer, sprinkled with a good dose of run and gun elements, divided in relatively lengthy but linear chapters covering all the Captain Nelson's treasure arc. Let's start with the presentation, which adopts a well-rendered cell-shaded visual identity that blends…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Pretty good so far
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →"Space Adventure Cobra: the Awakening", the last project I worked on as a Level Designer is out !! Congratulations to the Magic Pockets and Microids teams for the work done ! #Gamedev #LevelDesign #SpaceAdventureCobra #VideoGame
neutral · AI labelView post →Space Adventure Cobra: The Awakening (PS5) $19.99 via Amazon (Prime Eligible). #ad ow.ly/Lhv050YvESj Best Buy. ow.ly/H0Yl50YvESl
neutral · AI labelView post →If you like the 1980s Space Adventure Cobra anime and an action game that plays exactly like Metroid Dread sounds cool to you (don't get the wrong idea from this comparison it's NOT a metroidvania it's strictly an action-platformer) this is an easy recommend, I find it comparable to Robocop: Rogue City in terms of fun and passion for the source material despite a low budget. The Psychogun's directable firing mechanic is pretty snappy and never gets tiresome or gimmicky, once you get the hang of…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Pre-Order: Space Adventure Cobra: The Awakening (S/PS5) $39.99 via Amazon (Prime Eligible). ow.ly/fFXk50VC2TS $35.96 via VGP. ow.ly/jKcW50VC2TR $39.99 via Target. ow.ly/VJYU50VC2TP
neutral · AI labelView post →Preorders are now live for Space Adventure Cobra: The Awakening for Nintendo Switch & PS5 from @microidsoff.bsky.social. Coming this August 2025! 👉 tinyurl.com/57zmy4s6 Play as Cobra, the space pirate, in an action platformer
neutral · AI labelView post →Streaming the new game based on the 1980's anime "Space Adventure Cobra: The Awakening" Retro anime fans should dig this one www.twitch.tv/battleathlete
neutral · AI labelView post →Not-bad-at-all action platformer that does the anime proud, and also incorporates a lot of footage from it, blending nicely with gameplay. Good graphics, intuitive and responsive controls, and the 70's space-disco atmosphere is spot-on. Stages tend to outlast their welcome, though. Dying only warps you back to the previous room so there's barely any consequence, but you can't save while in a mission. Difficulty is all over the place as well. It's hard not to like it, though.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Greetings from XBLA 2009! In this game, you move through differently themed platforming / shooting sections, book-ended by short cutscenes from the Anime and accompanied by Cobra one liners that mostly match what you are doing. Like a old xbox live game, the levels pull from a selection of trap / platform pieces that you will see over and over again. Great to see what everything does at a glance when you enter a new room, but it does make levels blend together. Since the game is episodic,…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →The first action platformer where we can do more with a mouse and keyboard than with a controller.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Experience the iconic Psychogun of Cobra in action with the FREE DEMO of Space Adventure Cobra - The Awakening now on Steam! ☄️🐍 Master Cobra's superhuman abilities, bend your shots with psychic power, and relive the classic anime in this thrilling action-platformer. Full game launches August, 26th!
neutral · AI labelView post →Shmup Drops: March / April 2025 - Pixel Pilots (YouTube) (17:01). From the description: >00:00 Gradius Origins\ 00:26 Salamander 3\ 02:46 Mega R-Type\ 03:22 ZPF\ 03:47: Project-X: Light Years\ 04:16 Lunar Skirmish\ 04:38 Tiger Heli (Atari 7800)\ 05:01 Sigma Star Saga DX\ 05:32 Rising Sun: Iron Aces\ 06:09 Lilac-0\ 06:40 Asura The Striker\ 06:54 Night Striker Gear\ 07:43 Interstellar Sentinel Updates\ 07:58 Phasgana\ 08:29 WDF\ 08:52 V-Impact\ 09:13 Castle Shikigami 3 (Steam)\ 09:48 The Girl…
neutral · AI labelView post →Great fun game and worth playing.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Adrian has reviewed Space Adventure Cobra: The Awakening, and while it has a lot going for it there are some dull parts too. www.thesixthaxis.com/2025/10/15/s... #gaming #videogames #gamenews
neutral · AI labelView post →A bit of a flawed gem, but I had a good time with it. For starters, the Psychogun is insanely fun to use: pressing the corresponding button freezes time, allowing you to tag multiple enemies as you guide your little snake of a projectile through the bodies of your enemies – once you’re done, you let go of the button and watch as Cobra takes them all down in style. It just never gets old. The levels are also quite expansive, there's optional challenge rooms, and even standalone bonus missions…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →This game feels bland and rushed with not much thought put into the controls. Coming off of Hollow Knight: Silksong where controls are sharp and precise this game feels like the devs didnt really care. As if it was hurried to be released as is without indepth testing. I loved space cobra the anime movie as a kid but this does not really keep up its representation. this game sucks. It feels empty, yeah the voice overs are great and the music fun but the gameplay no way compares. what a shame.…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →This is an amazingly difficult IP to work with and I think this game does it wonderfully. The game is in a way a very simple metroidvania type of game but it works. The character personalities have been beautifully captured with all the animations and dialog. The game is somewhat difficult with the almost bullet hell type of gameplay but it just requires you to learn how to do damage and that you need to use dodge more than you would use in other metroidvanias. Now the cons. With the story…
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