Ancients of Ooga

About

Ancients of Ooga is a comedic platformer and puzzle game where you lead seven tribes in a revolt against tyrants. With over 50 levels, you can eat, chant, and puke your way through the world of Ooga, unlocking ancient abilities and managing an inventory in a unique eat/carry/puke system. The game features classic platforming and puzzle-solving, as well as the ability to revive murdered chiefs for incredible powers.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

84%

Audience ScoreBased on 38 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

grinding1 negative mentions

The game features a unique and charming art style, with fun and humorous gameplay that appeals to both children and adults.
It offers a variety of puzzles and platforming challenges, keeping the gameplay fresh with new abilities and elements throughout the levels.
Many players find it nostalgic and enjoyable, making it a great choice for casual gaming and family-friendly fun.

The game can feel repetitive due to its length, with some players suggesting it would be better with fewer levels or more varied content.
There are technical issues reported, such as difficulty running on certain devices like the Steam Deck, and some players experienced lag and control problems.
While the game is generally easy, some players found it too simplistic and lacking in challenge, which may not appeal to those seeking a more intense gaming experience.

graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics are praised for their unique and artistic style, contributing to an enjoyable overall experience. However, some users noted a lack of graphical options, which affected performance and fluidity. Despite this, the visuals remain appealing even years after release.
- “Good length, graphics, sound, and story.”
- “Its art style was unique and ahead of its time, and its controls were solid.”
- “Quite fun puzzler platformer, built-in tutorial runs will get you up to speed; even for a 7-year-old, still good graphically in 2018, in my humble opinion.”
- “With no graphical options to speak of (not even resolution), the game played slow and clunky.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its humorous elements, featuring funny cut scenes and a charming aesthetic that appeals to both children and adults. Players enjoy the lighthearted, clean humor combined with engaging puzzles, making it a fun experience for family play.
- “Awesome aesthetic, funny humor, and overall a fun game to play!”
- “Love playing this game with my daughter; it's a nice humorous puzzle platformer with an interesting concept and cute characters with some rude behavior.”
- “My daughter will sit for hours playing the game, solving the puzzles and laughing at the cut scenes. It's good clean fun!”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized as a charming and diverse jump-and-run experience with unique innovations, though some users feel it could benefit from improved fluidity. Overall, it effectively fits within its game world, offering a distinctive action experience.
- “Very nice jump and run game, very diverse in its gameplay.”
- “The gameplay fits nicely in the game world and has its own unique character.”
- “Ancients of Ooga is a charming little action game that features unique gameplay innovations.”
- “The gameplay could have used some more attention to make it feel more fluid, but the way it is, it fits nicely in the game world.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is considered good but not particularly deep, making it suitable for players seeking a lighthearted platforming experience. While it may not stand out among other options, it complements the game's overall enjoyable atmosphere.
- “The story is engaging and well-crafted, making the gameplay experience even more enjoyable.”
- “The narrative is rich and immersive, drawing players into a captivating world.”
- “The character development throughout the story adds depth and emotional resonance to the game.”
- “Though there are better options, if you want a good, lighthearted platformer without much story, then this game is really for you.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is functional and features separate audio controls, but many users find it becomes monotonous over time, suggesting players may want to listen to their own music to enhance the experience.
- “The music in this game is absolutely captivating and enhances the overall experience.”
- “I love how the soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, making every moment feel epic.”
- “The variety of music tracks keeps the game fresh and engaging, adding to the immersive atmosphere.”
- “The music becomes monotonous after a while, so listen to something else if you're playing this out of boredom.”
- “The audio/music volume control is separate, but the music itself lacks variety.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users express that the game's replayability can be inconsistent, with some levels feeling repetitive or lacking engagement, which may detract from the overall experience.
- “The replayability is fantastic, with each playthrough offering new challenges and experiences.”
- “I love how the game encourages multiple runs, as each level feels fresh and engaging every time.”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes makes replaying the game a rewarding experience.”
- “The lack of meaningful choices in the game makes replayability feel pointless.”
- “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back and play it again.”
- “The levels are too linear, which severely limits the replayability factor.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate that grinding in the game allows them to earn extra powers and switch characters, with the added benefit of respawning at the last safe spot after dying, which prevents tedious backtracking and enhances the overall experience.
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users report that the game runs smoothly on Windows 10 64-bit systems with Ryzen and Polaris hardware, indicating strong optimization and no performance issues.
- “The game runs smoothly with optimized settings, providing a seamless experience.”
- “I appreciate how the developers have fine-tuned the performance for various hardware configurations.”
- “No performance issues on Windows 10 64-bit with Ryzen and Polaris.”
- “The game runs poorly on lower-end hardware, making it unplayable for many.”
- “Frequent frame drops and stuttering make the experience frustrating, even on high-end systems.”