Aero's Quest
- June 8, 2015
- Ravens Eye Studio
Get on SteamIn "Aero's Quest," Super Meat Boy-style platforming meets Megaman-esque challenges, as you guide Aero through 101 levels to save his beloved Ariella from evil Andraus. This game features puzzle-filled sub-zones, special levels, boss fights, power-ups, and speedrun modes. With 13 Steam achievements, in-game rewards, and more, it's a retro-inspired delight for puzzle-platformer fans.
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Reviews
- Aero's Quest offers a fun and addictive gameplay experience with over 100 challenging levels that keep players engaged.
- The game features charming graphics and enjoyable soundtracks that evoke nostalgia for classic platformers.
- Despite its difficulty, the game has a good replay value with speedrun modes and various ways to play.
- The game suffers from bugs and a lack of developer support, which can hinder the overall experience.
- Some players find the game frustratingly difficult, which may not appeal to everyone.
- Initial impressions may be underwhelming, as the game starts off simple before revealing its complexity.
- story28 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 61 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The story of "Aero's Quest" is not explicitly detailed in the reviews, but it is implied that the game offers a challenging and engaging experience that unfolds as players invest time into it. Many users note that the game requires perseverance, with a steep learning curve that rewards players who push through initial difficulties. Overall, the narrative seems to revolve around a journey of skill development and discovery within a nostalgic platforming framework.
“Aero's Quest is one of these titles that the more you play it, the more it gets better.”
“If you pass the first 10 minutes and the first 20 deaths, Aero's Quest can be really a big surprise.”
“Aero's Quest is one of these games that you need a while to understand whether you like it or not.”
“Aero's Quest is challenging; I don't know if it is because I'm not really skilled with platformers or because the game is hard.”
“Aero's Quest is one of those games that you need to get into to totally appreciate it.”
- graphics12 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally considered simple and somewhat outdated, yet they possess a nostalgic charm reminiscent of Super Nintendo titles. While some players appreciate the visual touches and overall aesthetic, others feel the graphics do not fully meet modern standards, leading to mixed opinions on their quality. Overall, the graphics receive a moderate rating of 6/10, with accompanying music and gameplay being highlighted as strong points.
“The graphics are simple but not outdated, with some nice touches here and there.”
“Aero's Quest has great graphics, gameplay, and music that take me back to the days of the Super Nintendo, which is a great thing.”
“Graphics and sounds are okay for this kind of game.”
“I bought it on sale and I wasn't 100% sure since the graphics are not the best and few reviews were negative.”
“Graphics are a bit outdated, music is very good, gameplay is fine.”
“Graphics: 6/10”
- humor8 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game's humor to be a standout feature, describing it as both hilarious and entertaining, particularly due to the juxtaposition of cute characters and comically exaggerated death animations. The humor, combined with challenging gameplay and a large number of levels, contributes to its addictive nature, making it a worthwhile purchase for many.
“Cutie - hilarious - challenging - long - addictive”
“- hilarious because the cuteness is suddenly killed by the funny and splatter animations when you die”
“Very funny game and 100+ levels for a little price.”
- music8 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its beauty and nostalgic quality, reminiscent of classic Super Nintendo titles. Each zone features unique tracks that enhance the overall experience, contributing positively to the game's atmosphere despite some criticism of the graphics. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout element, appealing even to musicians.
“The sound is beautiful; I'm a musician myself and I love all the tracks of the game.”
“Aero's Quest has great graphics, gameplay, and music that take me back to the days of the Super Nintendo, which is a great thing.”
“Every zone has its own music, and they are all very good.”
- replayability6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game offers strong replayability, rated 8/10, primarily due to its speed run leaderboards and various gameplay styles, including challenges and in-game rewards. While it may be too difficult for some players, these features ensure that players have multiple reasons to return.
“With the speed run leaderboards, it has so much replay value.”
“The game is very challenging: perhaps too challenging for the average player, but there are many ways to play (speedrun and in-game rewards) that guarantee good replayability.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Aero's Quest is characterized by simple yet effective mechanics that engage players, complemented by nostalgic graphics and music reminiscent of the Super Nintendo era. With over 100 levels, the game offers a challenging experience that keeps players hooked from the start. Overall, the developers have successfully crafted a compelling gameplay experience.
“The mechanics are simple but work well, and despite the challenge, the game hooks you in.”
“Aero's Quest has great graphics, gameplay, and music that take me back to the days of the Super Nintendo, which is a wonderful experience.”
“I liked the mechanics of the game from the beginning, and I have to say the developers did a great job packing in more than 100 levels.”
