8 Bit Space

About

"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.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

100%

Audience ScoreBased on 38 reviews

music4 positive mentions

Nostalgic experience that captures the charm of 8-bit platformers with nice music and simple graphics.
Engaging gameplay focused on collecting items and exploring, with a humorous ending that adds to the fun.
Easy to pick up and play, making it a relaxing experience for both older gamers and newcomers to retro-style games.

Lacks a fullscreen mode and the ability to remap controls, which can detract from the overall experience.
Gameplay can be too easy for seasoned players, with some bugs like unintended double jumps and delayed controls.
Graphics may not be pixel-perfect and could benefit from more variety in enemies and challenges.

music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The music and sound effects in the game are generally well-received, with players appreciating the cute and colorful soundtrack, despite it being somewhat repetitive. The overall audio experience complements the smooth graphics and level design, enhancing the game's appeal.
- “Good music, smooth graphics (window only at the moment), nice level design.”
- “Nice music and sound effects.”
- “The music is cute, but it gets repetitive quickly.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is well-received, with players noting its hilarious ending reminiscent of classic titles like 'Camelot Warriors' and 'Altered Beast.' Additionally, the game features clever nods to famous Spectrum games, enhancing its comedic appeal.
- “I appreciate the humor of the game, and the nods to famous Spectrum games.”
- “And the ending is kind of hilarious, in the line of hilarity of the endings of 'Camelot Warriors' or 'Altered Beast'...”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The graphics are characterized by a cute and simple aesthetic, though they lack pixel-perfect precision. This style contributes to a charming overall visual experience, appealing to those who appreciate a more whimsical design.
- “The graphics are cute and simple.”
- “The graphics are not pixel-perfect.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The story revolves around the sudden appearance of an interdimensional portal with an unknown destination, tasking players with reactivating it by locating five relics and uncovering its mysteries.
- “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.”