A Grande Bagunça Espacial: The Big Space Mess
- April 4, 2016
- RMAL
Get on Steam"A Grande Bagunça Espacial: The Big Space Mess" is a physics-based puzzle game set in space. Players control a cleaner robot named VIRGIL, tasked with restoring order to a chaotic spaceship by solving various puzzles and challenges. The game features humorous animations and a dynamic soundtrack that complement its light-hearted tone.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a unique and absurd storyline that provides a humorous experience.
- The soundtrack is surprisingly decent and adds to the overall enjoyment of the game.
- Despite its flaws, the game offers a quirky charm that can be entertaining for those looking for something different.
- The graphics and animations are poorly executed, making the game visually unappealing.
- Gameplay mechanics are janky and unresponsive, leading to frustrating experiences.
- The game lacks coherence and clarity, making it difficult for players to understand the objectives and controls.
- graphics41 mentions
- 22 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 24 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many users describing them as inconsistent, obnoxious, and reminiscent of outdated styles. While a few players appreciated the unique blend of art styles, the majority found the visuals to be poorly executed and distracting, detracting from the overall gameplay experience. Overall, the consensus is that the graphics are a significant drawback, often described as "hideous" and "terrible."
“It's a mash-up of a bunch of different art styles: hand-drawn, claymation, PNG images; you name it, the game likely has it.”
“Better graphics than real life.”
“I'll just say it's good, has a really good art style and what it does is weird, yet funny, but still quite amazing.”
“It's a mash up of a bunch of different art styles, hand drawn, claymation, png images; you name it, the game likely has it.”
“The graphics are hideous -- and I honestly don't care that much about graphics in games, usually -- and incredibly inconsistent.”
“The graphics are absolutely terrible; the animations and assets used are horrendous and feel like an early 2000's attempt at 3D graphics.”
- gameplay34 mentions
- 18 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 26 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it janky, boring, and lacking depth, despite some acknowledging its length and simple mechanics. While some elements, like the shooter mechanics and movement, are praised for being easy to pick up, overall, the game suffers from poor controls, tedious gameplay, and a lack of engaging content. Additionally, the comedic aspects are short-lived, and many players feel the game requires significant polishing to improve the overall experience.
“The gameplay is very fun, as to be noted, and it does have many cool gameplay elements that were all well executed.”
“Controls seem pretty simple, and gameplay is pretty forgiving as you appear to have plenty of health.”
“The shooter mechanics are easy to pick up and play and the movement is fluid, although I found the mouse control far superior to the 360 controller.”
“So I'm not big on these types of games, but I'm always down to try something I'm usually not a fan of, and I've enjoyed some games that the genre has to offer. Sadly, the gameplay is pretty rough.”
“The gameplay is boring; it's a NES-style side-scrolling shooter.”
“This game is a big mess. I have no idea how and why this was even created; it's broken as hell, it makes no sense, and gameplay is nearly non-existent.”
- story26 mentions
- 12 % positive mentions
- 77 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as absurd and humorous, featuring a quest to rescue a girlfriend from alien rodents, with elements of slapstick comedy and bizarre plot twists. While some players appreciate the unique and chaotic narrative, others find it confusing and lacking coherence, with criticisms aimed at its unclear plot and overall execution. Despite its shortcomings, the storytelling has moments that resonate with players, showcasing a mix of humor and eccentricity reminiscent of cult classics.
“I have engaged with this captivating game numerous times in my quest to rescue my virtual companion from the vile alien rodents.”
“Wish this wasn't a side-scrolling shoot 'em up just because I find them kind of boring, and this one doesn't do anything gameplay-wise that hasn't been around since the 80s, but oh man, the story, humor, atmosphere, and sheer absurdity of this is on the same level, if not crazier than Katamari or Suda51.”
“Some fantastic sound design and breathtaking visuals made me almost cry. When she said 'Who is that girl?' that was a crazy plot twist. It's wild when the aliens' language is explained, and it actually goes back and forth; time is a circle for them.”
“This game has bad graphics and story.”
“The big space mess is not worth the money... it's a game without a proper storyline.”
“After an hour, I'm not sure if the story is worth trying to figure out or not.”
- humor22 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is described as absurd and reminiscent of classic wacky shooters, drawing comparisons to titles like Katamari and Suda51. While some players find the humor to be hilarious and charming, others feel it falls flat or relies too heavily on niche cultural references that may not resonate with everyone. Overall, the game's quirky style and over-the-top comedic elements contribute to its unique appeal, though reactions to its humor vary widely among players.
“The story is so absurd it's hilarious.”
“Oh man, the story, humor, atmosphere, and sheer wtf-ness of this is on the same level, if not crazier than Katamari or Suda51.”
“Its weird style is what makes it so funny, memorable, and charming at the same time.”
- music15 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising the soundtrack as "amazing" and emotionally impactful, while others find it irritating or repetitive. Overall, the quality of the music is appreciated by many, though it may not stand out as particularly special. Some users also express frustration over the inability to turn off the music during gameplay.
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
“The soundtrack is amazing, and the game mechanics are way ahead of its time.”
“I honestly appreciate the music tracks you hear along the various maps.”
“The music is irritating.”
“The soundtrack and sound effects are awful.”
“Poor gameplay and the most thing I hate is I can't turn off the music.”
- grinding3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and excessive, particularly due to the numerous achievements that require significant effort to obtain. While some view the grind as a semi-fun challenge, many feel it ultimately leads to a pointless experience.
“The gameplay is tedious.”
“Achievements are grindy to get but still a semi-fun challenge.”
“The 100 achievements for this game make it even more ridiculous, as there is endless grinding in a pointless game.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that the game's optimization largely depends on the developer's efforts rather than the engine used, suggesting that performance improvements are crucial for a better gaming experience.
“It's not about the engine itself, but about the optimization by the developer.”
“Optimizations.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -300 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its unique story, humor, and surreal elements, drawing comparisons to iconic titles like Katamari and Suda51's works. Despite its traditional side-scrolling shoot-em-up gameplay, the vibrant and eccentric atmosphere elevates the overall experience.
“The story, humor, atmosphere, and sheer wtf-ness of this game are on the same level, if not crazier, than Katamari or Suda51.”
“The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into a world that feels both unique and familiar.”
“Every element of the game contributes to a rich atmosphere that keeps you engaged and wanting to explore more.”
“I wish this wasn't a side-scrolling shoot-em-up because I find them kind of boring, and this one doesn't do anything gameplay-wise that hasn't been around since the '80s. But oh man, the story, humor, atmosphere, and sheer wtf-ness of this is on the same level, if not crazier, than Katamari or Suda51.”
