Biglands: A Game Made By Kids
- August 25, 2014
- GammaLateral
Get on SteamEmbark on an epic adventure through unknown lands on a quest to save the world! Fight your way through hordes of enemies! Navigate through perilous obstacles! Collect tons of items! Build and upgrade your weapons! Prepare for monstrous bosses! All from the imagination and creativity of kids!
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Reviews
- The game features a unique and charming art style that appeals to both children and adults.
- The soundtrack is praised for being epic and adds to the overall experience of the game.
- Many players find the gameplay enjoyable and challenging, with a sense of accomplishment when progressing through levels.
- The controls are often criticized for being imprecise, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
- Level design is frequently described as tedious and poorly executed, particularly in later stages.
- The game is considered overly difficult, with many players feeling that it is not suitable for its intended audience of children.
- graphics11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are characterized by a simple, childlike doodle art style that some players find charming and genuine, while others consider them too basic or empty. The visuals, combined with an epic soundtrack, create a unique contrast that enhances the gameplay experience, although repetitive elements can become annoying. Overall, the graphics are seen as a mixed bag, appealing to those who appreciate their novelty and humor, but potentially confusing or off-putting for others.
“The doodle art looks really genuine; I like that it has that primitive look to it from what real kids would draw. The music is pretty epic, and it creates a nice contrast with the graphics.”
“On the one hand, this platformer-RPG has some cute graphics, and a great, relaxing soundtrack.”
“The squiggly graphics are crisp and abstract, and the lettering is surprisingly very legible.”
“On the one hand, this platformer-RPG has some cute graphics (although quite a lot of people won't like how simple and 'empty' they can be) and a great, relaxing soundtrack.”
“And since this isn't enough, even these simple graphics can get confusing at times.”
“The art style is very basic, but as I always say, graphics don't make a game.”
- music10 mentions
- 70 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its epic and relaxing qualities, with many reviewers noting its ability to contrast effectively with the simplistic graphics. While some find it overblown, the soundtrack is considered magnificent and a standout feature, with several users expressing a willingness to pay more for it. Overall, the music enhances the game's charm and humor, contributing positively to the overall experience.
“As a side note, I would gladly pay twice this game's price for the music.”
“On the one hand, this platformer-RPG has some cute graphics and a great, relaxing soundtrack.”
“And the soundtrack which accompanies the game is truly magnificent.”
“I doubt kids had anything to do with the soundtrack, but I thought I'd throw that in.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Gameplay reviews are mixed, with some players enjoying the tight controls and RPG elements, while others find it repetitive and frustrating due to poor level design and difficulty spikes. Many express boredom or annoyance with the game's mechanics, particularly the frequent need to restart levels after being knocked off platforms. Overall, the core gameplay has potential but suffers from execution issues.
“Good core mechanics, but difficulty and frustration ramps up as you progress through the game.”
“I adore the gameplay; it is a platformer with very tight controls and also has some RPG elements where you can build and upgrade items with everything you collect in each level.”
“The parts that might have been humorous or even annoying become very annoying with how often you have to repeat them, be it dialogue, visuals, or gameplay.”
“The gameplay itself is 'okay'; it would be better if every monster didn't push you off the platform, causing you to start the entire level again.”
“Lame level design plus crappy base gameplay.”
- story4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The game's story, while simple and reminiscent of classic titles, involves battling monsters to restore a nostalgic setting, which some players found enjoyable. Although the overall game may not be highly rated, the backstory received positive remarks, particularly for its charm and fun elements akin to games like "DLC Quest" and "Knights of Pen and Paper."
“The story is also quite simple, which reminds me of a lot of old games that I love.”
“This is delightful, as fun as DLC Quest or Knights of Pen and Paper.”
“The game has a captivating backstory that would have earned it a positive review if it were free.”
“The game isn't great, but it would have received a positive review for the backstory if it were free.”
“The story is that monsters have spawned in and simply need to be stabbed a thousand times over to restore the place to how it used to look.”
“The story is quite simple, which reminds me of many old games that I love.”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features a unique visual style and occasionally humorous writing, with NPC comments providing unexpected laughs. While the humor adds charm, it may not be enough to elevate the overall experience, as some players find the gameplay lacking despite the amusing visuals and music.
“The NPC comments are hilarious in an unexpected way.”
“This game has a funny visual style, humor, and also nice music.”
“The 'drawn in' monsters and characters are kind of funny to look at.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, particularly due to repetitive platforming sections that can lead to significant setbacks if the player falls. The difficulty in navigating the overworld and the frequent interruptions from enemies contribute to a sense of wasted time and annoyance.
“The platforming sections are too common and tedious; enemies can knock you off a platform, forcing you to repeat an entire section or even the whole level if you fall to your death, which is very easy due to the limited visibility below.”
“Navigating the overworld is incredibly tedious, with platforming segments that only serve to waste your time.”
“The grinding aspect of the game feels excessively repetitive and lacks any meaningful rewards, making it a chore rather than an engaging experience.”
- stability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Overall, users report that the game appears to be stable and largely bug-free, although some players have encountered minor issues, such as difficulty in reloading the bow.
“The game felt incredibly stable, with no noticeable bugs during my playthrough.”
“I experienced smooth gameplay throughout, which really enhanced my overall enjoyment.”
“The stability of the game allowed me to focus on the story and gameplay without distractions.”
