Archibald's Adventures
- June 10, 2016
- Rake in Grass
Get on Steam"Archibald's Adventures" is a challenging action puzzle platform game where players help Archie escape a mad scientist's mansion. With nearly 200 levels, players can use unique tools like magnetic pods and remote-controlled bubblegum to solve riddles and avoid obstacles. Featuring quirky monsters, Steam cards, and achievements, this game will put your wit and fast reactions to the test.
Reviews
- The game features a wide variety of engaging puzzles, with around 200 levels that keep the gameplay interesting and challenging.
- The music and visuals are highly praised, creating an enjoyable atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.
- Players appreciate the nostalgia factor and the solid design, making it a beloved classic that holds up well over time.
- Some players find the control scheme awkward, particularly the lack of a jump button, which can make platforming feel less intuitive.
- There are complaints about the need to retry certain puzzle sections after dying, indicating that more checkpoints would improve the experience.
- The game lacks a compelling plot or hook, which may make it less exciting for some players to engage with consistently.
- music10 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its charm and catchiness, with many players noting that it remains enjoyable despite the limited number of tracks. Reviewers highlight its high production quality and ability to enhance the overall experience, making it a standout feature that players are eager to access outside the game. Overall, the soundtrack is considered one of the best aspects, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.
“The music is amazing (never gets tiring to listen to despite there being only 7 songs in total).”
“Fantastic level design, great cartoony graphics, and catchy music.”
“The music doesn’t get in the way; it’s fine.”
“And surprisingly, after listening to the same soundtrack over and over again, I still have yet to grow bored of those charming sounds.”
- gameplay8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The gameplay is highly praised for its engaging puzzles and innovative mechanics that evolve throughout the game, keeping the experience fresh and challenging. Players appreciate the balance of timing and problem-solving required, although some controls can feel awkward initially. Overall, the variety of mechanics and the intricate design of levels contribute to a captivating gameplay experience.
“The gameplay is the star of the show.”
“Some of the puzzles are just fantastic; there is always something new to keep the gameplay interesting.”
“Not only are the puzzles a fun challenge as the mechanics become more intricate later on, but the whole atmosphere of the game is very engaging.”
“Gameplay consists of exactly two elements: having good timing and being able to use more than three brain cells at once.”
“The bubble can be used to 'scout out' levels and trigger some switches - it's a key mechanic of the game and it eventually feels fairly natural, though like much of the control scheme, it's weird at the start (and the fact that you can only move either your character or the bubble at any given time gets cumbersome).”
“The puzzles vary a lot; many different mechanics are introduced throughout the game, which keeps the puzzles really enjoyable, but also makes them more complex and difficult later on.”
- graphics6 mentions
- 83 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are highly praised for their impressive quality, reminiscent of MS-DOS games but with a modern twist, showcasing a fantastic art style and clear visuals that enhance gameplay. The cartoony graphics and pixel art contribute to a well-produced aesthetic, complemented by excellent level design and catchy music. Overall, the visuals are both functional and appealing, making a strong impact despite the game's modest origins.
“The game visuals are amazing (gives me the vibe of MS-DOS games but in high quality).”
“Fantastic level design, great cartoony graphics, and catchy music.”
“It is greatly produced from the graphics (if you like pixel art), level design, and especially the music!”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for being engaging and immersive, complementing the fun and increasingly intricate puzzles. Players appreciate how the overall ambiance enhances their gaming experience.
“Great puzzles, and I love the atmosphere!”
“Not only are the puzzles a fun challenge as the mechanics become more intricate later on, but the whole atmosphere of the game is very engaging.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by its engaging art style, amusing storyline, and clever puzzles, contributing to its status as a top logic/puzzle game.
“The art, the funny story, and great puzzles make this the best logic/puzzle game I know.”
- story1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its engaging story, complemented by humorous elements and well-designed puzzles, making it a standout in the logic/puzzle genre.
“The art, the funny story, and great puzzles make this the best logic/puzzle game I know.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users note that while puzzles typically lack replay value, the forgettable nature of the content allows for a fresh experience upon revisiting.
“Puzzles usually don't have any replay value, but I forgot most of them anyway.”
“Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to play it again.”
“The lack of varied outcomes makes replaying the game feel tedious.”
