Adventure Boy Cheapskate DX

About

Swap-quest adventure game, with puzzles, secrets, and humorous dialogue. A huge cast of funny, weird and thoughtful characters await, as you guide Benson, the wise-cracking teen through a journey to reclaim his stolen bike.This is the definitive version of Adventure Boy Cheapskate with new puzzles.

Genres & Tags

Adventure

Play Modes

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

70%

Audience ScoreBased on 44 reviews

humor5 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game features charming graphics and quirky writing that create an enjoyable atmosphere.
Players found the humor and dialogue engaging, often leading to genuine laughs throughout the gameplay.
Despite its simplicity, the game offers a lighthearted adventure with a sense of accomplishment from solving puzzles.

The gameplay can become repetitive, with many players feeling frustrated by the item-fetching mechanics and lack of clear direction.
Several users reported bugs and glitches that hindered their experience, including issues with saving progress and game freezes.
Some players felt the game was overpriced for its short length and simplistic design, suggesting it should be cheaper.

graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
29%
43%
The graphics of the game are described as charming and visually appealing, standing out even in a poorly received title. While some players feel that graphics are not a priority, others appreciate the effort to create a more polished look compared to typical retro pixel art seen in many indie games. Overall, the visuals are noted as a strong point, despite the game's shortcomings in other areas.
- “This is a charming little adventure game that shines with its quirky writing, cute graphics, interesting characters, and tons of dialogue based on your items.”
- “Apart from the plot being terrible, the graphics here are amazing.”
- “Graphics don't matter in this game.”
- “Not kidding, the game was written in Flash and it's complete and awful rubbish, but they still managed to create something that looks better than retro pixel graphics like most indie devs do because they don't have the talent for real graphics.”
- “The game is written in Flash and it's pointless shovelware bundle trash, so nobody should play it ever, apart from indie retro pixel devs who need to learn that even the worst games on Steam don't need crappy pixel graphics.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
50%
The story is centered around a kid's adventure to retrieve his bike, which some players found enjoyable despite their general dislike for the genre. While opinions on the plot vary, with some describing it as terrible, the overall narrative has received a thumbs up for its decent execution.
- “It's a rousing story adventure about a kid who needs to retrieve his bike.”
- “I don't really like this genre of game, but I did enjoy the story.”
- “I am only giving a thumbs up because the story was decent.”
- “Apart from the plot being terrible, the graphics here are amazing.”
- “Whatever I have already told is the story.”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by cheesy jokes and amusing items, such as a durian and a pickle jar, which some players find entertaining while others may not appreciate. While the dialogue and animations add to the comedic experience, the overall humor is described as enjoyable but not enough to justify the game's cost for everyone.
- “I enjoy bad jokes, so I thought it was really funny, but if you don't like cheesy jokes, then you may not enjoy it as much.”
- “While a lot of the gameplay was centered around finding objects and figuring out where they go to finish the game, it was simple and had some funny items.”
- “The addition of the durian and being unable to open the pickle jar was pretty funny and got a good laugh out of me.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The music in the game has been widely criticized for being repetitive and annoying, with many users finding it a boring loop that detracts from the overall experience. While some interactions are deemed cute, the lack of variety in the music contributes to a sense of staleness in gameplay. However, the game's short duration somewhat mitigates the impact of the music's shortcomings.
- “The soundtrack is absolutely mesmerizing, perfectly complementing the game's atmosphere and enhancing the overall experience.”
- “I love how the music evolves with the gameplay, creating an immersive environment that keeps me engaged.”
- “The variety of tracks is impressive, each one adding a unique flavor to different moments in the game.”
- “The music is awful; the gameplay is not fun and gets pretty stale after 10 minutes.”
- “Interactions are cute, but the music becomes really annoying after a while due to its repetitiveness.”
- “The music is a boring loop in general, but the game isn't long enough for that to be too much of an issue.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
100%
The gameplay is primarily focused on object-finding and trading, which some players find simple and occasionally humorous. However, many reviewers criticize it for being repetitive and lacking engagement, with complaints about the music further detracting from the experience. Overall, the gameplay tends to become stale quickly.
- “While a lot of the gameplay was centered around finding objects and figuring out where they go to finish the game, it was simple and featured some funny items.”
- “The gameplay is simple - find an item and trade it for something else to advance.”
- “The music is awful, the gameplay is not fun and gets pretty stale after 10 minutes.”
- “The gameplay is simple - find a thing and trade it for something else to advance.”
- “While a lot of the gameplay was centered around finding objects and finding where they go to finish the game, it was simple and had some funny items.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
150%
Users highlight that the game offers infinite replayability, suggesting that players can enjoy it repeatedly without losing interest.
- “The game is infinitely replayable, offering new experiences with each playthrough.”
- “Every run feels fresh and exciting, making me want to dive back in again and again.”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes ensures that no two playthroughs are ever the same.”
- “Once you finish the main story, there's little incentive to play again. The side quests feel repetitive and lack depth.”
- “The game offers a linear experience with no real variations in gameplay, making it hard to justify multiple playthroughs.”
- “While the graphics are stunning, the lack of meaningful choices means that replaying the game feels more like a chore than an adventure.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the game emotionally uplifting and enjoyable, highlighting its ability to evoke positive feelings and a sense of satisfaction.
- “This game truly touched my heart and made me feel a range of emotions.”
- “I was deeply moved by the story and the characters; it left a lasting impact on me.”
- “The emotional depth of this game is incredible; it resonated with me on so many levels.”