Aborigenus
- October 17, 2018
- Flying Islands Team
Get on Steam"Aborigenus is a primal-world platformer with RPG elements, where you play as the last hope of your enslaved tribe. Fight aggressive fauna, learn new abilities, and choose your path as a shaman, warrior, or hunter. Explore divine landscapes, defeat the enemy army, and even ride chickens in this challenging adventure!"
Reviews
- Charming graphics and original, upbeat music create an enjoyable atmosphere.
- The game offers a quick and fun experience, making it suitable for casual play or achievement hunting.
- Solid controls and a simple yet engaging gameplay loop provide a nostalgic platforming experience.
- The game is very short, with many players completing it in under an hour, leading to a lack of replay value.
- Combat and platforming mechanics are overly simplistic, making the game feel too easy and lacking challenge.
- Technical issues such as awkward controls and bugs detract from the overall experience.
- music6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game is consistently praised for being original, upbeat, and relaxing, contributing to an enjoyable atmosphere. While some players find the music engaging and a good fit for the gameplay, others note that the overall experience can feel slightly repetitive due to the game's short length. Overall, the sound design enhances the charming graphics and solid controls, making for a pleasant gaming experience.
“Music is original and upbeat, enhancing the overall experience.”
“Excellent sound design and atmospheric music.”
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
“Sound/music: ★★★”
“Nice and cute platformer, you will need some time to adjust to controls, but art and music are pretty relaxing.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are described as charming and reminiscent of older titles, evoking a sense of nostalgia for players. However, some reviewers find them simplistic and less impressive compared to contemporary games, contributing to a gameplay experience that can feel short and somewhat lacking in challenge. Overall, while the visuals may appeal to some, they are seen as a mixed aspect of the game.
“Graphics are charming, music is original and upbeat, controls are solid.”
“It was quite funny to play the game, the graphics remind me of games played in childhood as well as controls and the story.”
“Interesting music choice and simple graphics + relaxing and enjoyable gameplay.”
- story5 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The story is described as decent and reminiscent of classic platformers, emphasizing themes of perseverance and unexpected life outcomes. Players find it engaging and humorous, with a nostalgic feel that complements the gameplay, though it lacks secret hunting elements. Overall, the narrative enhances the experience without being overly complex.
“It was quite funny to play the game; the graphics remind me of games played in childhood, as well as the controls and the story.”
“There isn't even any secret hunting; all achievements are unlocked as you progress in the story.”
“Decent story, classic platformer feel, handles well.”
“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.”
- gameplay5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its relaxing and enjoyable nature, complemented by interesting music and simple graphics, though it is criticized for being too short, taking only about half an hour to complete. While the controls are functional and the experience is generally sweet and kind, some players find it slightly boring and lacking depth, especially given the absence of challenging elements. Additionally, there are concerns about misleading promotional content not reflecting the final product.
“Interesting music choice and simple graphics, combined with relaxing and enjoyable gameplay.”
“Heartfelt gameplay that is kinder and sweeter to play than most quirky platformers I've experienced.”
“The controls are functional, and the gameplay is decent, making for a straightforward experience.”
“Also, indie devs: please don't post footage in your trailers (whether gameplay presentation or cinematics) that don't appear in your finished product!”
“Heart to heart validated gameplay that is kinder and sweeter to play than most quirky platformers I've experienced.”
- replayability3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The game has been criticized for its short length and ease, leading to a lack of replayability. Many users feel that the absence of additional difficulty levels significantly diminishes the incentive to replay. Overall, it has received low ratings for replay value.
“The game offers a variety of choices that make each playthrough feel unique, enhancing its replayability.”
“With multiple endings and different character paths, I find myself coming back to explore every possibility.”
“The dynamic gameplay mechanics keep things fresh, encouraging me to replay the game to try new strategies.”
“The game is a little too easy and short; additional difficulties would increase the replayability.”
“Very short game with no replay value!”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its humor, with players finding it amusing and reminiscent of childhood gaming experiences, thanks to its engaging graphics, controls, and storyline.
“Funny platformer.”
“It was quite funny to play the game; the graphics remind me of games I played in my childhood, as well as the controls and the story.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players generally recommend grinding for effective game farming, suggesting that it can be a beneficial strategy for resource accumulation and character progression.
“The grinding in this game feels endless and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“I spent hours grinding for resources, but the rewards just aren't worth the time invested.”
“The repetitive nature of grinding in this game quickly becomes a chore rather than an enjoyable experience.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its excellent sound design and immersive music, which significantly enhance the overall experience.
“The sound design and atmospheric music create an immersive experience.”
“The game's atmosphere is enhanced by its excellent sound design and haunting melodies.”
“Every moment is filled with tension thanks to the incredible atmospheric audio.”
