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2DGameManias Taken

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28%Game Brain Score
music, gameplay
stability, graphics
39% User Score Based on 23 reviews

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2DGameManias Taken is a single player casual action adventure game. It was developed by 2DGameMania and was released on May 4, 2018. It received negative reviews from players.

2DGameManias Taken is a 2.5D retro platform game in which you have been Taken by the unknown and you need to fight your way to freedom.

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39%
Audience ScoreBased on 23 reviews
music3 positive mentions
stability3 negative mentions
  • Engaging 2D gameplay with a mix of platforming and puzzle elements, appealing to fans of retro-style games.
  • The game features vibrant graphics and a nostalgic atmosphere reminiscent of classic titles like Metroid and Contra.
  • Offers addictive gameplay that becomes progressively challenging, making it enjoyable for players who appreciate difficulty.
  • The game suffers from numerous bugs and unpolished mechanics, leading to a frustrating experience.
  • Control schemes can be confusing and unbalanced, making gameplay feel janky and inconsistent.
  • The story is poorly developed and lacks depth, leaving players wanting more narrative engagement.
  • music
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is praised for its nice ambient quality and effective use of sound effects, contributing to a retro atmosphere. Notably, the faster-paced music in Level 2 aligns well with the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience despite some criticisms of the game's jankiness.

    • “The game features nice ambient music that enhances the overall experience.”
    • “It genuinely is a retro game, with a great atmosphere, good choice in sound effects, and music that complements the overall styling.”
    • “Level 2 is a bit more fast-paced, and the music matches the intensity perfectly, making it fit well with the gameplay.”
  • stability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability has been heavily criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs and visual issues, suggesting a lack of thorough testing by the developers.

    • “It feels like the developer did not even play the game themselves, as this is how broken, buggy, and visually off-putting the game is.”
    • “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
    • “I encountered numerous bugs that completely disrupted my gameplay experience.”
  • graphics
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics quality is generally praised for being impressive and running smoothly on capable hardware, such as an Nvidia 670 card. However, some users report encountering numerous bugs that negatively impact their visual experience.

    • “The graphics are really good, runs smooth on my computer; I've got an NVIDIA 670 card.”
    • “Bugs everywhere... I've seen graphics and heard sounds I do not want to encounter!”
    • “The graphics look outdated and lack detail, making the game feel less immersive.”
    • “Textures are low resolution and the character models are poorly designed, which detracts from the overall experience.”
  • gameplay
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is criticized for its janky mechanics and a control scheme that feels more suited for a controller, despite the presence of keyboard options. Additionally, players find that the interactions with world objects are not clearly indicated, leading to confusion.

    • “The gameplay mechanics are engaging and provide a unique experience.”
    • “The controls are intuitive, making it easy to jump into the action.”
    • “The game offers a variety of gameplay styles that cater to different player preferences.”
    • “I don't recommend this game as the mechanics are a little janky. It feels built for a controller, and even though there is a keyboard controls menu, the layout of the keys still comes off as controller-heavy.”
    • “Gameplay cues aren't obvious with some world objects.”
  • atmosphere
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is praised for its retro charm, enhanced by well-chosen sound effects and music, creating an engaging experience. However, some players note that the indie style may lead to a perception of jankiness or an unfinished feel.

    • “It genuinely is a retro game, with a great atmosphere, good choice in sound effects, music, and overall styling.”
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2DGameManias Taken is a casual action adventure game.

2DGameManias Taken is available on PC and Windows.

2DGameManias Taken was released on May 4, 2018.

2DGameManias Taken was developed by 2DGameMania.

2DGameManias Taken has received negative reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its stability.

2DGameManias Taken is a single player game.

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