Alien Hostage

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Alien Hostage is a single player casual strategy game. It was developed by Four Winged Studio and was released on October 1, 2018. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Alien Hostage" is a sci-fi puzzle game where players must rescue aliens by solving increasingly complex levels. Use your skills to manipulate the environment, avoid obstacles, and reunite the hostages with their spacecraft. With its unique mechanics and challenging gameplay, Alien Hostage provides a fun and engaging experience for players of all skill levels. Note: The above summary is based on general information available about the game and may not fully represent its features or gameplay.

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Audience ScoreBased on 158 reviews

story11 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

The game offers a unique and challenging experience that can be engaging for players who enjoy difficult maneuvering.
Some players found the game to be funny and entertaining, providing moments of laughter despite its flaws.
The game includes achievements and trading cards, which can be appealing for collectors and those looking for in-game rewards.

The controls are often described as terrible and unresponsive, leading to frustration and difficulty in gameplay.
Many players feel the game is unfinished, with bugs and design choices that detract from the overall experience.
The graphics and physics are criticized as being poor, making the game feel like a low-quality project rather than a polished title.

story
54 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The reviews highlight a mixed reception regarding the story aspect of the game, with many users noting a lack of depth and coherence in the plot. While some appreciated the character development and emotional engagement in certain narratives, others criticized the absence of a compelling storyline, suggesting that the game could benefit from more immersive elements and clearer plotlines. Overall, the story is seen as a weak point, with calls for improvement and more engaging content.
- “The story development is extensive, to say the least, and her attention to detail is astounding.”
- “The characters have depth and the plot is enough to keep you reading, not wanting to put the book down.”
- “This interesting story is filled with a unique, inspiring clan that takes on danger and the twin Tasha.”
- “There is no real story or plot to the game save the blurb on the store page.”
- “The colors, the gameplay, the skills, the slow motion, it was all great touches, but the game, in my opinion, is still lacking in the storyline or things to keep my attention or drive me to continue.”
- “That part of the story was weak and didn't make sense to me.”
music
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players finding the background tracks irritating and repetitive, while others appreciate the soothing opening theme. Many users noted that the in-game music detracted from their experience, leading them to mute it or turn it down, although a few found it decent. Overall, the music seems to lack variety and fails to enhance the gameplay effectively.
- “When opening the game, you're greeted with some nice, soothing music.”
- “Upon starting the level, new music starts up.”
- “Like I said, I love the music on the start screen, just not in-game.”
- “Finished the game in under an hour and got all the achievements for it. The level design is poor, the player control is poor, and the background music is just a simple short loop. It's not even the same as the one they used in the trailer; it's so bad.”
- “This issue extends to the music, with it being obnoxious and irritating.”
- “The music wasn't really my style for the experience, either, so I had it muted.”
gameplay
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Gameplay reviews are mixed, with some players finding it straightforward and addictive, while others criticize it for being overly punishing and plagued by sensitive controls. The mechanics can shift from flying to quirky platforming, leading to frustration due to fuel management and crashes. Overall, while some aspects like smoothness and visual design are praised, many feel the gameplay lacks depth and engaging elements to maintain interest.
- “The gameplay is solid, and quite addicting if you're one of those 'I cannot let the game beat me!' types of people.”
- “Once the levels start having holes and various kinds of guns in them, this hovering mechanic becomes more like quirky platforming than flying.”
- “My FPS never tanked or was low, and gameplay was overall smooth.”
- “Gameplay: 3/10”
- “During gameplay, you mostly suffer from mean and merciless mechanics that either cause your fuel to run out or lead to over-acceleration, resulting in crashes on edges, the ground, or even getting hit by some half-abducted barrels.”
- “Difficulty in a puzzle game should be based on the map and obstacles, not overly sensitive controls and bad mechanics. If that is your intent, you need to take some game design classes.”
graphics
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some users criticizing them as "bad" or "so-so," while others appreciate the clean 2.5D cartoonish style and the overall atmosphere. Ratings vary, with scores ranging from 4/10 to 5/10, indicating a general consensus that while the graphics are not groundbreaking, they are adequate for the game's price point and genre.
- “For such a small price, the game gives us a great interface, great graphics, amazing atmosphere, and a good time.”
- “It's a 2D game with a 3D aesthetic!”
- “Overall, the graphics are good and feature a clean 2.5D cartoonish style.”
- “The graphics and effects were all so-so.”
- “Graphics wise, there's truly not much to say in this regard.”
- “The graphics are simple and what you'd expect from a game of this nature.”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it genuinely funny and enjoyable, making it a great choice for short breaks. Many reviews highlight the balance of humor with other elements like drama and excitement, contributing to an engaging experience. Overall, the comedic moments resonate well with players, enhancing their enjoyment.
- “Had a great time laughing my head off.”
- “It's a very nice and funny game for short breaks and relaxation.”
- “This game has funny moments that expand the roles of many characters, bringing forth the main characters in a delightful way.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players note that grinding in the game is extensive, often requiring significant time investment akin to having a second life. However, those who enjoy farming for in-game items and appreciate the potential for earning through trading cards and item drops may find it rewarding.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “I recommend this game if you like 'farming' for in-game items.”
- “So if you enjoy farming or just want a game that will pay for itself between the trading cards and item drops, I recommend Alien Hostage is for you.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game is criticized as a blatant cash grab, with users expressing frustration over its poor mechanics and buggy physics, which detract from the overall experience. Many feel that the game lacks effort and quality, making the monetization feel exploitative.
- “The game feels like a blatant cash grab, with minimal effort put into its design and mechanics.”
- “The monetization strategy is frustrating, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending extra money.”
- “It's disappointing to see a game that could have been great reduced to a series of paywalls and microtransactions.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is mixed; while some players report significant glitches and buggy physics that affect gameplay, others have experienced no major issues during their sessions. Overall, it appears that the game is still in early access, leading to varying levels of stability among users.
- “The game is basically a shoddy version of Moon Lander where you need to pick up barrels and boxes, and they have a glitchy/buggy physics system that sometimes puts them out of reach. I'm sure the game dev will claim it's 'working as intended.' I've seen blatant cash grabs that put in more effort than this garbage.”
- “I can see the game is in early access, and I can't complain about some problems with the controls or some small glitches.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game has been rated poorly for replayability, with users giving it a score of 2 out of 10, indicating a lack of incentive to play it multiple times. Players find limited content or variety that diminishes the overall experience upon replay.
- “The game lacks any meaningful choices, making replayability feel pointless.”
- “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back and play again.”
- “The linear storyline and repetitive gameplay mechanics severely limit replayability.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users highlight the emotional depth of the narrative, particularly appreciating the poignant reunion between parents and child. The author's accessible writing style enhances the emotional impact, making the experience resonate strongly with readers.
- “I wanted to read about the emotional reunion between parents and child.”
- “This author's writing is easy to read and has a profound emotional impact.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers praise the game's atmosphere, highlighting its impressive graphics and engaging interface, which contribute to an enjoyable overall experience, especially considering its low price.
- “For such a small price, the game offers a great interface, stunning graphics, an amazing atmosphere, and a good time.”