Destructoid:
"... These little interactive details and the gorgeus hand-crafted pixel art are a fine example of how the Build Engine can still look so distinct and beautiful in its own right.
It's special in an industry striving for photo-realism. Throw all of this in with an ass-kicking midi soundtrack and Ion Maiden has the potential of becoming another instant classic and a fine addition to the Build Engine library of games"
Rock Paper Shotgun:
"Ion Maiden may just be the second coming of Duke 3D"
Kotaku:
"... in terms of speed and tone it’s absolutely nailing it"
Shacknews:
"3D Realms is reviving the engine that Duke Nukem 3D was built on. What a time to be alive!"
GameInformer:
".. I liked what I played so far! If you're into retro shooters, it's pretty good!"
GGGmanlives:
"It like going from eating a crappy minute-steak you bought a service station (Hunt Down The Freeman), to eating a Wagyu Beef cooked by a 3-star Chef.
We might never get a new Duke Nukem... but Ion Maiden does a good job of stacking up with the Build Engine Bad Boys yesteryear"
@DUSKdev:
"Hey guys, Ion Maiden is legit af."
Eurogamer:
"Ion Maiden looks quite good."
"[Vitz!]" on Youtube with a consequent response from "Dat Boi" :
"I FUCKING CAME" ... "same"