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Adventure Boy Cheapskate DX

70%Game Brain Score
humor, replayability
graphics, story
70% User Score Based on 88 reviews

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In "Adventure Boy Cheapskate DX," players explore the seaside town of Estivale to track down the thief who stole the main character Benson's bike. The game features a vast array of puzzles, secrets, and quirky characters, providing a humorous and engaging experience. This enhanced version includes new puzzles and areas, serving as a prelude to the upcoming sequel, "Adventure Boy 2." Use directional keys or WASD to move, shift to run, and interact with the world using Z, X, spacebar, or the item select menu.

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Adventure Boy Cheapskate DX screenshot
Adventure Boy Cheapskate DX screenshot
Adventure Boy Cheapskate DX screenshot
Adventure Boy Cheapskate DX screenshot

70%
Audience ScoreBased on 88 reviews
humor10 positive mentions
graphics3 negative mentions
  • Charming and quirky writing with cute graphics that evoke nostalgia for classic Flash games.
  • Offers a lighthearted adventure with amusing dialogue and a sense of accomplishment from solving simple puzzles.
  • Despite its simplicity, the game provides a fun experience and is enjoyable for fans of lighthearted adventure games.
  • Gameplay can become repetitive, often requiring players to interact with every NPC and item to progress.
  • The game suffers from bugs and glitches, including issues with saving progress and some frustrating roadblocks.
  • Some players found the humor and dialogue lacking, making the experience less engaging.
  • graphics
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are described as charming and cute, standing out positively despite the overall negative reception of the plot and gameplay. Some reviewers noted that the visuals surpass typical retro pixel graphics often seen in indie games, showcasing a level of talent that is commendable even in a poorly received title. However, there is a sentiment that graphics are not the primary focus of the game, suggesting that they may not significantly enhance the overall experience.

    • “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.”
    • “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.”
    • “Anyway, 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.”
    • “Graphics don't matter in this game.”
  • story
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story is centered around a kid's adventure to retrieve his bike, which some players found engaging despite their general dislike for the genre. While opinions on the plot vary, with some describing it as terrible, others appreciated it enough to give a thumbs up, highlighting that the narrative adds value to the overall experience.

    • “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.”
  • humor
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is characterized by cheesy jokes and amusing items, such as the durian and pickle jar, which some players found genuinely funny. While the humor may appeal to those who enjoy lighthearted, silly content, others might not find it as enjoyable. Overall, the comedic elements are complemented by logical puzzles and surprising moments, though some reviewers suggest that the overall experience may not justify the price.

    • “The addition of the durian and being unable to open the pickle jar was pretty funny, and got a good laugh out of me.”
    • “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.”
    • “But the humor is enjoyable, the puzzles generally logical and occasionally take a minute to get, and there are a number of genuine surprises.”
  • music
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has been widely criticized as annoying and repetitive, with many users describing it as a boring loop that detracts from the overall experience. While the gameplay itself becomes stale quickly, the short duration of the game somewhat mitigates the impact of the music.

    • “The music is awful, the gameplay is not fun and gets pretty stale after 10 minutes.”
    • “Interactions are cute, but no... too repetitive, music really annoying after a while.”
    • “The music is a boring loop generally, but the game isn't really long enough for that to be too much of an issue.”
  • gameplay
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is primarily focused on object-finding and trading to progress, which some players find simplistic and repetitive, leading to a lack of engagement after a short period. While there are humorous elements, the overall experience is marred by poor music and a sense of monotony.

    • “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 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
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users consistently highlight the game's "infinitely replayable" nature, indicating that it offers a compelling experience that encourages multiple playthroughs. This aspect significantly enhances its long-term appeal and engagement.

    • “Infinitely replayable.”
    • “Infinitely replayable.”
    • “The game offers endless opportunities for replayability.”
  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players consistently express that the game evokes positive emotions, highlighting a sense of enjoyment and well-being. This emotional engagement contributes significantly to their overall experience.

    • “This game truly touched my heart and made me feel a range of emotions.”
    • “The storytelling was so powerful that I found myself deeply invested in the characters' journeys.”
    • “I was moved to tears by the emotional depth of the narrative and the connections I formed with the characters.”

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