8 Bit Space
- November 7, 2020
- Glass Frog Games
Get on Steam"8 Bit Space" is a 2D platformer game with 8-bit graphics inspired by classic ZX Spectrum games. Your mission is to find 5 relics to power a mysterious ancient portal by exploring 25 alien planets. The game offers three difficulty levels, controller support, and the ability to unlock and explore planets in any order. Gems are hidden within each planet to be discovered.
Reviews
- Captures the charm and nostalgia of classic 8-bit platformers with simple yet engaging gameplay.
- Features nice music and sound effects, along with cute graphics that enhance the retro experience.
- Offers a fun and relaxing experience, making it accessible for both casual players and those familiar with retro games.
- Lacks a fullscreen mode, which can detract from the overall experience.
- Experiences issues with delayed controls and unintended double jumps when navigating through soft platforms.
- Some players found the game too easy and suggested it could benefit from more challenging levels and enemy variety.
- music3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, featuring nice sound effects and appealing, albeit somewhat repetitive, tunes that complement the vibrant visuals and level design. Overall, players appreciate the smooth graphics and the engaging audio experience.
“The music is nice and the sound effects enhance the overall experience.”
“Good music paired with smooth graphics and impressive level design.”
“The music is cute, but it gets repetitive quickly.”
“The soundtrack lacks variety and becomes monotonous after a while.”
“While the sound effects are decent, the overall music experience is underwhelming.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's humor is well-received, particularly noted for its hilarious ending reminiscent of classic titles like 'Camelot Warriors' and 'Altered Beast.' Players appreciate the clever nods to iconic Spectrum games, enhancing the overall comedic experience.
“The ending is kind of hilarious, reminiscent of the humor found in 'Camelot Warriors' or 'Altered Beast'.”
“I appreciate the humor of the game, especially the nods to famous Spectrum games.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are characterized by a cute and simple aesthetic, though some users note that they lack pixel-perfect precision.
“The graphics are cute and simple, creating a charming visual experience.”
“While the graphics are not pixel-perfect, they still deliver a unique and engaging aesthetic.”
- story1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story revolves around an interdimensional portal that has mysteriously emerged, prompting players to embark on a quest to reactivate it by locating five relics, all while uncovering the secrets of its unknown destination.
“An interdimensional portal has suddenly appeared, its destination is completely unknown, and your mission is to reactivate it by finding five relics and investigating where it leads to.”
