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  • November 14, 2016

Abduction Bit

83%Game Brain Score
gameplay, graphics
music, story
83% User Score Based on 94 reviews

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"Abduction Bit" is a pixelated action game where players control a UFO to abduct humans while avoiding various obstacles. With upgrades and power-ups to collect, the goal is to achieve high scores and compete on the global leaderboard. The game features procedurally generated levels, ensuring a fresh challenge in every playthrough.

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83%
Audience ScoreBased on 94 reviews
gameplay5 positive mentions
music3 negative mentions
  • Abduction Bit offers a nostalgic experience reminiscent of classic 80s arcade games, featuring simple yet challenging gameplay.
  • The game includes a variety of levels and difficulty settings, providing a decent amount of content for players to enjoy.
  • It supports co-op play, allowing friends to join in on the fun, which enhances the overall experience.
  • The controls are often described as stiff and unresponsive, making gameplay frustrating at times.
  • Many players find the game repetitive, with little variation in challenges across levels.
  • The graphics and sound design may not appeal to everyone, as they reflect a very retro aesthetic that some may consider outdated.
  • gameplay
    27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by fast-paced, arcade-style mechanics that are simple to learn but challenging to master, appealing to fans of retro gaming. However, players note that the experience can become repetitive over time due to a lack of variety in challenges and some control stiffness, which may detract from the overall enjoyment. Despite these concerns, the game offers solid mechanics and a nostalgic feel, making it enjoyable, especially in local multiplayer settings.

    • “Fast action and arcade gameplay: 'Abduction Bit' features fast-paced, arcade-style gameplay.”
    • “The gameplay is solid and the game mechanics are lots of fun, especially in local multiplayer.”
    • “A great old school game with addictive gameplay!”
    • “Despite having a decent gameplay cycle for its 120 stages, I found that it does get a little too repetitive for my tastes as there's no changing dynamic between the difficulties other than the platforms becoming increasingly harder to cross and enemies being placed in larger numbers alongside having more gunners, grenadiers, and scientists.”
    • “My only concerns outside of gameplay variety are how the game's CRT filters seem to change every now and then, with a few stages having bizarre overlays that make platforming and avoiding dangers more difficult than it should be. The controls themselves are quite stiff and difficult to make good jumps when it matters, although this could be an attempt to remain faithful to the arcade games of old.”
    • “The gameplay can become quickly repetitive if played in longer bursts, with little variety to keep the challenges interesting.”
  • graphics
    26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of "Abduction Bit" are characterized by retro pixel art that pays homage to classic 8-bit and 16-bit games, evoking nostalgia for players familiar with the NES and SNES eras. While many appreciate the charming and authentic visuals, some may find the simplistic textures and lack of customization options off-putting. Overall, the graphics successfully capture the essence of old-school arcade games, enhancing the overall experience for fans of the genre.

    • “The game features retro pixel-style graphics and invites players to a nostalgic experience.”
    • “Fun little title that takes us back to the arcade era of the 80s and does its utmost best to ensure a most authentic and historically correct experience with the 8-bit graphics and sound effects.”
    • “Graphics - the visuals are very charming and faithful to the era that inspired them.”
    • “Abduction Bit's retro graphics will be off-putting to those who aren't a fan of the plain textures, particularly with the CRT filter being strangely used in a few particular stages.”
    • “A choice was made to use obsolete, decades-old retro pixel 'art' as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
    • “There's no way for gamers to try to improve the low-quality graphics.”
  • music
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game evokes a nostalgic feel reminiscent of the early 2000s, featuring minimalistic soundtracks and old-school sound effects that enhance the retro experience. While some players appreciate the simplicity and fitting nature of the sparse music, others feel that a more robust soundtrack could have elevated the overall experience. Overall, the music is seen as a charming nod to classic gaming, though it may lack depth for some players.

    • “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
    • “Like most golden age games, you get music at the title screen, game over screen, and a jingle when you start and finish a level.”
    • “Graphics and music make you feel like you are in the 2000s; I'd advise you to try it for the sake of old times!”
    • “Sound has plenty of old-school sound effects, but the soundtrack is fairly minimal.”
    • “There is no in-game music.”
  • story
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story emphasizes resilience and the unpredictability of life, highlighting that perseverance can lead to unexpected outcomes. However, the overall reception of the story is mixed, with some users rating it poorly.

    • “Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
    • “Story: ★★”
    • “No story”
  • replayability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players note that the game offers a high level of replayability due to its simple yet challenging gameplay, making it engaging enough to revisit multiple times.

    • “You can expect simple gameplay, high difficulty, and a surprisingly large amount of replayability.”
  • optimization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is praised for its strong optimization, delivering excellent graphics and sound performance while maintaining a smooth experience, making it a nostalgic and enjoyable play.

    • “Small little game, very optimized, takes me back...”
    • “Really nice game, excellent graphics and sound performance”
    • “The game is poorly optimized, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering.”
    • “I experienced constant crashes and long loading times, which ruined the gameplay experience.”
    • “Despite its potential, the lack of optimization makes it nearly unplayable on lower-end systems.”
  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players note that grinding in the game is extensive, often requiring significant time investment, likening it to needing a "second life" for effective farming. While some recommend it for those who enjoy resource gathering, the grind can be daunting for others.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “Recommended for game farming.”
  • atmosphere
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game successfully evokes a nostalgic atmosphere through its distinctive style, enhancing the overall player experience.

    • “This style allows the game to offer a nostalgic atmosphere.”
  • stability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The stability of the game has been criticized, with at least one reviewer noting that it is buggy, indicating potential issues that may affect gameplay experience.

    • “One reviewer mentioned that the game is buggy.”
    • “Several players reported frequent crashes during gameplay.”
    • “Many users expressed frustration over the game's unstable performance.”
  • humor
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is characterized as old school and simple, providing a lighthearted experience that many players find amusing, especially considering its low price point.

    • “Old school, simple, and funny with a low price.”

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