Biglands: A Game Made By Kids

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Biglands: A Game Made By Kids is a single player role playing game. It was developed by GammaLateral and was released on August 25, 2014. It received neutral reviews from players.

Embark 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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45%

Audience ScoreBased on 42 reviews

music7 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features a unique and charming art style that appeals to both children and adults.
The soundtrack is enjoyable and adds to the overall experience, with some players finding it epic.
The gameplay includes RPG elements, allowing players to collect items and upgrade weapons, which adds depth to the platforming experience.

The controls are imprecise and can lead to frustrating gameplay, especially during platforming sections.
Level design is often criticized for being tedious and unfair, with many players experiencing repeated deaths due to knockback mechanics.
The difficulty spikes significantly, making it challenging for both children and adults, which can lead to a frustrating experience.

graphics
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
46%
27%
The graphics of the game are characterized by a simple, doodle-like art style that some players find charming and reminiscent of children's drawings, contributing to a relaxing atmosphere. However, the visuals can become repetitive and occasionally confusing, detracting from the overall experience. While the graphics may not appeal to everyone, they effectively complement the gameplay and soundtrack, creating a unique aesthetic that some players appreciate.
- “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 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.”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
70%
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The music in the game is widely praised for its epic and relaxing qualities, providing a striking contrast to the simplistic graphics. Many players appreciate the soundtrack's ability to enhance the overall experience, with some even expressing a willingness to pay more for it. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's charm.
- “The music is pretty epic; it could be considered overblown at times, but I thought it was really nice because it plays on the contrast with the graphics.”
- “On the one hand, this platformer-RPG has some cute graphics and a great, relaxing soundtrack.”
- “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.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
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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.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
75%
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 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 a lot of old games that I love.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted by its occasionally hilarious NPC comments and a unique visual style that features amusingly drawn characters and monsters. While the humor adds a layer of enjoyment, it is complemented by novel graphics and engaging gameplay elements, though some players feel the overall experience may not be strong enough to fully support it.
- “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.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
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 overworld navigation is also criticized for being cumbersome, with platforming segments that feel more like a waste of time than an engaging challenge.
- “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 feel like a waste of time.”
- “The grinding aspect of the game is frustrating, as it often feels like a chore rather than an engaging experience.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
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 experience.”
- “The stability of the game allowed me to focus on the story and gameplay without distractions.”