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8-bit Adventure Anthology: Volume I

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88%Game Brain Score
music, humor
gameplay, graphics
88% User Score Based on 68 reviews

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8-bit Adventure Anthology: Volume I is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by General Arcade and was released on October 31, 2017. It received positive reviews from players.

"8-bit Adventure Anthology: Volume I" is a compilation of three classic 8-bit adventure games: "The Secret of Monkey Island," "Indiana Jones and the Fate of Atlantis," and "Loom." These games are remastered for modern systems while maintaining their original 8-bit graphics and gameplay. Players can explore, solve puzzles, and interact with characters in these nostalgic, critically acclaimed adventures.

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88%
Audience ScoreBased on 68 reviews
music7 positive mentions
story3 negative mentions
  • This collection brings back nostalgic memories for fans of the NES era, offering faithful adaptations of classic adventure games with improved mouse support.
  • The gameplay is engaging, featuring creative puzzles and unexpected deaths that add to the charm of the experience.
  • The remastered versions maintain the original music and graphics while providing a more accessible interface, making it easier to navigate and enjoy the games.
  • The games can be unforgiving and may require trial and error to progress, which can be frustrating for some players.
  • There are limited quality of life improvements, and some players may find the graphics and gameplay outdated compared to modern standards.
  • Technical issues, such as save glitches and crashes, have been reported, which can detract from the overall experience.
  • music
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its fitting ambiance and memorable quality, particularly the licensed NES versions that enhance the overall experience. While many players appreciate the charming chip music that sets the atmosphere, some have noted that the main menu music can be overly loud and somewhat out of sync with the game's tone. Overall, the soundtrack significantly contributes to the enjoyment of the gameplay, making it a standout feature.

    • “The developers have somehow gotten Kemco to license the original NES versions complete with the sound effects and the music it had.”
    • “Music itself is very memorable.”
    • “These are the best versions of these games in my opinion, thanks in large part to a very good soundtrack and charm.”
    • “I can't recommend it enough, though one gripe is that the main menu music is too loud and not really in tune with the games.”
    • “The chip music sets the atmosphere as you try to figure it all out.”
    • “I have played Deja Vu on my old Amiga computer, and for me the NES versions were surprisingly as entertaining as the PC versions, mostly for the music in my opinion.”
  • gameplay
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by nostalgic puzzle-solving elements reminiscent of 1980s adventure games, featuring basic mechanics and a trial-and-error approach that some players find charming. While the gameplay is described as clunky and outdated, it offers a smooth experience overall, with occasional stuttering that does not significantly detract from the enjoyment. Players who appreciate the retro aesthetic and puzzle gameplay will likely find much to love.

    • “If you enjoy puzzle gameplay, there is a lot to love.”
    • “That being said, the game is exactly what it describes itself as - the music, ambiance, and gameplay itself were extremely smooth.”
    • “The games in this collection are full of trial-and-error gameplay, but I feel this adds to their charm.”
    • “I thought the gameplay was clunky, but it didn’t cross my mind what the games were; it felt like a random assortment if you’re not here for the nostalgic feel like I am.”
    • “Gameplay in each of the games consists of basic adventure puzzles, negotiated through static screens as was the fashion in the 1980s.”
    • “Gameplay is very outdated, even for point-and-click adventures, but it’s a wonderful look into early interactive media.”
  • graphics
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics in the games are a mixed bag, with some users praising the detailed visuals and charming art style, while others criticize the outdated and simplistic 2D assets that lack substantial improvements despite resolution options. Overall, the production quality is noted to be high, particularly in menus and graphic filters, but many feel the core visuals remain stuck in the past.

    • “Music, beautiful graphics, wonderful new mouse-based interface.”
    • “Great production quality with the menus and the different graphic filters (I like the CRT option a lot).”
    • “They have an indescribable charm to them, with great music, graphics, and silly dialogue.”
    • “Outdated graphics (duh)”
    • “While there are options to change the resolution for the games, all this does is scale up the simplistic low-quality art assets used to make the games, which makes little or no difference to the graphics quality.”
    • “Without any other substantial graphics tweaks, it's not possible for gamers to improve the ancient 2D visuals.”
  • story
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The storylines in the reviewed games are often perceived as dry and unengaging, with Shadowgate featuring a medieval fantasy quest against an evil warlock, Uninvited revolving around a search for a sister in a haunted house, and Deja Vu focusing on an amnesiac detective's journey to regain his memories. Overall, players found these narratives lacking in depth and interest.

    • “Shadowgate is a medieval fantasy story about trying to stop an evil warlock, while Uninvited sees the player trying to find his sister in a haunted house. Deja Vu follows amnesiac detective Ace Harding as he tries to recover his lost memories.”
    • “The storyline is dry at times.”
    • “Hardly a success story; gamers just weren't all that interested in these games.”
    • “Shadowgate presents a medieval fantasy story about trying to stop an evil warlock, while Uninvited sees the player trying to find his sister in a haunted house, and Deja Vu follows amnesiac detective Ace Harding as he tries to recover his lost memories.”
  • humor
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is characterized by a dry wit and creativity, particularly in the various amusingly grim ways players can meet their demise. While the comedic elements are well-received, some players feel that the lack of achievements for proper gameplay detracts from the overall experience.

    • “There are many creative ways to die, and they are accompanied by a dry sense of humor.”
    • “Achievements are pretty funny in that you are rewarded with dying in various grim ways in each game.”
    • “That's funny, but the downside is that there aren't really achievements for proper play.”
  • atmosphere
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its charm and immersive quality, enhanced by nostalgic chip music that complements the adventure experience. While players may encounter some frustrations, the overall ambiance makes it a worthwhile exploration for fans of NES-style games.

    • “The chip music sets the atmosphere as you try to figure it all out.”
    • “If you have any interest in NES adventure games loaded with atmosphere and charm, and don't mind some frustrations along the way, try it out.”
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8-bit Adventure Anthology: Volume I is a action adventure game.

8-bit Adventure Anthology: Volume I is available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, Mac OS, PlayStation 4 and others.

8-bit Adventure Anthology: Volume I was released on October 31, 2017.

8-bit Adventure Anthology: Volume I was developed by General Arcade.

8-bit Adventure Anthology: Volume I has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its gameplay.

8-bit Adventure Anthology: Volume I is a single player game.

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