Arcade Moonlander

About

Arcade Moonlander is a single player action game. It was developed by Daniel Paul Griffin and was released on October 25, 2017. It received very positive reviews from players.

Explore space and race against the clock in this retro styled adventure game.

Genres & Tags

Indie

Play Modes

Single-Player

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94%

Audience ScoreBased on 94 reviews

graphics10 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Fun and challenging gameplay with precise controls, making it enjoyable for fans of retro arcade games.
Great value for the price, offering a nostalgic experience reminiscent of the classic Lunar Lander.
Active developer engagement with the community, promising updates and improvements to enhance the game experience.

The game is a derivative ripoff of the original Lunar Lander, lacking originality and failing to improve upon the classic.
Technical issues such as poor graphics, lack of customization options, and bugs detract from the overall experience.
Relatively short gameplay with limited replay value, leaving players wanting more content and variety.

graphics
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
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13%
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some players criticizing them as outdated and poorly executed, describing them as "some of the worst" they've seen. Others appreciate the retro aesthetic, suggesting that while the visuals are basic, they fit the game's nostalgic theme. Overall, there is a call for updated graphics options to enhance the visual experience.
- “Love the soundtrack, and the retro graphics are perfect.”
- “Positives: fun, challenging, lots of replay value, precise controls, good graphics, good soundtrack, very active developer engagement with the community.”
- “The graphics are nice, and the price is right.”
- “The graphics here are some of the worst, laziest attempts at video game 'art' I've ever seen.”
- “It's hard to suggest this game even has graphics.”
- “It's clear the developer didn't even try to produce any real graphics for the game and just phoned it in.”
music
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
58%
38%
4%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with multiple tracks that complement the theme and enhance the retro aesthetic. Players appreciate the quality of the soundtrack, noting its engaging and sometimes nostalgic qualities, although some mention abrupt track transitions. Overall, the music contributes positively to the gameplay experience, adding to the fun and replay value.
- “Love the soundtrack, and the retro graphics are perfect.”
- “I enjoyed the pixel art and I particularly liked the soundtrack for the game - both of which give it the desired retro feel but with modern production quality.”
- “Very funny, incredible soundtrack, very sharp controls, and I'm trying to beat my own time.”
- “- the soundtrack skips tracks pretty abruptly.”
replayability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
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25%
The game's replayability is mixed; while some players find value in improving times and achieving high scores, others feel that the short length (10 arcade levels plus an adventure mode) limits overall replay potential. However, the engaging gameplay, precise controls, and active developer support contribute positively to the replay experience for many.
- “Positives: fun, challenging, lots of replay value, precise controls, good graphics, good soundtrack, very active developer engagement with the community.”
- “The controls are simple and consistent, and trying for high scores and Steam achievements adds replayability to this otherwise short but fun game.”
- “There isn't much replay value apart from bettering your fastest times, but personally, I don't even think that's worth it.”
- “Although the game is relatively short (10 arcade levels plus the adventure mode level), there is a lot of replay value.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
37%
38%
The gameplay is described as satisfying and well-balanced, offering a retro experience that is neither too challenging nor too simplistic. Players can enjoy extensive gameplay hours through speed runs and completing all levels, with minimal distractions from the core mechanics.
- “The gameplay is satisfying, not too hard but not too easy either.”
- “This was the closest I could find, graphically and in terms of gameplay.”
- “Retro, with nothing getting in the way of the gameplay.”
- “Attempting speed runs on each of the levels, and then a complete run of all levels, gives many hours of gameplay.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is generally praised as very funny, complemented by an incredible soundtrack and sharp controls. However, some players feel that the presence of unusually low time records detracts from the overall comedic experience.
- “Very funny, incredible soundtrack, very sharp controls, and I'm trying to beat my own time.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express a desire for a story mode that includes rocket upgrades and a variety of missions, indicating that a more structured narrative could enhance the gameplay experience.
- “It would be cool to see some kind of story mode where you can upgrade your rocket and you have to do different types of missions.”