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BLASTRONAUT

76%Game Brain Score
gameplay, graphics
story, grinding
76% User Score Based on 236 reviews

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Blastronaut is a platformer game that can be played solo or with another player in a cooperative mode. The game features a procedurally generated world where players mine resources with explosives, sell them for profit, and upgrade their gear. With its mining and exploration gameplay, Blastronaut offers a lot of action and grinding, making it an exciting experience for players who enjoy a dangerous but lucrative job.

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76%
Audience ScoreBased on 236 reviews
gameplay20 positive mentions
grinding14 negative mentions
  • The game has a fun and addictive gameplay loop centered around mining and upgrading.
  • The graphics and sound design are appealing, creating an enjoyable atmosphere.
  • The developer is active and responsive to community feedback, showing commitment to improving the game.
  • The game appears to be abandoned, with no updates for an extended period, leaving it in a broken state.
  • Gameplay is hindered by poor design choices, such as losing items upon death and a lack of fast travel options.
  • Content is limited, with many players feeling the game lacks depth and variety, making it tedious after a short playtime.
  • gameplay
    56 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by an engaging loop of mining and upgrading, with mechanics that are generally fun but marred by a lack of content and some frustrating elements, such as poor water mechanics and player damage from weapons. Players appreciate the variety in mining tools and the dynamic faction relations, but many express a desire for more refinement and customization options. Overall, while the core gameplay experience is enjoyable and addictive, it suffers from issues that detract from its potential depth and longevity.

    • “Awesome game, very engaging gameplay loop of mining and upgrading.”
    • “The gameplay loop hooked me then, and it has hooked me now.”
    • “Pretty cool game, the mining mechanic is very satisfying; I like how there are different ways to do it with lasers and sludge guns, not just another pickaxe/drill game.”
    • “Meh... it's a fun game but -> lack of content, terrible water mechanics, lose all on death.”
    • “No gameplay, no fun, no content, no updates at all.”
    • “Basically, the game has very little content, mechanics need some major refinement/play testing or options/customization when creating your game.”
  • graphics
    28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's graphics are characterized by charming and vibrant pixel art, which many players find appealing and fitting for its genre. The visuals are complemented by smooth movement and a distinctive art style that evokes nostalgia for titles like "Risk of Rain" and "Cave Story." Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the relaxing gameplay experience, although some players note that navigation can be challenging due to the game's design.

    • “Very nice game graphics and movement are smooth!”
    • “What Blastronaut has going for it is an experienced and motivated developer, very pretty pixel graphics, solid sound design, infinite procedural world, and, quite importantly, multiplayer.”
    • “Also, as you may have noticed, the art style is brimming with personality and style.”
    • “Graphics: it's 2D.”
    • “Unless you have a photographic memory or you just mine down below the base you spawn in at, you are going to get lost both on the surface and while you are digging.”
    • “Graphics - the graphics for this game are pretty good for the type of game it is.”
  • story
    26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is perceived as lacking depth, with players noting a minimal narrative and a reliance on repetitive fetch quests tied to faction missions. While the setting and gameplay mechanics are praised, there is a call for more engaging story elements, such as dynamic faction relationships and deeper lore, to enhance the overall experience. Players express a desire for additional content that could enrich the narrative, including biome-specific challenges and a more structured campaign.

    • “Incredibly good game, the variety in weaponry and tools, the multiple branching upgrade paths, and the quest progression are really good.”
    • “I've also played the alpha version and really liked the concept of faction missions.”
    • “This game could go into biome monsters, biome bosses which act as gatekeepers for base advancing, deep story, broad questing, resource automation, multiplayer, more exploration, different scenario settings and many more.”
    • “I can't even read what the mission terminals underground say because for some ungodly reason the rocks overlap the dialogue boxes.”
    • “Yet I didn't find any story or why there are 3 factions you can 'quest' or deliver goods for.”
    • “The quests are also nothing else than delivery missions.”
  • grinding
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and slow, particularly due to the limited inventory system and the need to build tool stations for weapon management. While some enjoy the resource gathering and find the grind rewarding, others feel it detracts from the overall experience, labeling it as redundant and lacking in content. Overall, the game appeals to those who appreciate grinding in open-world settings, but it may frustrate players seeking a more streamlined experience.

    • “While it's overall a solid game, it's also tedious and slow.”
    • “Buildings are a bit lame and scarce, and I admit it's a bit of a crawl and grinding to get access to a few things.”
    • “Base: limited, redundant, and grindy.”
  • music
    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally well-received, with many players praising its quality and enjoyment. However, some users note that the limited variety, featuring only a couple of short tracks played repeatedly, can become monotonous over time. Overall, the music complements the gameplay and graphics, enhancing the overall experience.

    • “The gameplay is fun and satisfying, I love the music and sound effects, and the graphics are really nice!”
    • “I'm a fan of pixel graphics and I really like the music too.”
    • “The music feels great, but it's like 2 tracks of 2 minutes alternating for hours on end.”
  • stability
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's stability is a mixed bag; while some users report that it remains stable despite existing bugs and glitches, others highlight significant issues, describing it as a "buggy mess" that requires code review.

    • “It's a bit buggy; needs to have the code reviewed.”
    • “0.4 now, it's still a buggy mess.”
    • “The game is stable, even with bugs/glitches.”
  • atmosphere
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviewers consistently highlight that the atmosphere is expertly crafted, with well-placed creatures and materials that enhance the immersive experience.

    • “The overall atmosphere and creatures are very well placed.”
  • replayability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviewers indicate that the game lacks sufficient engaging systems to enhance its longevity and replayability, suggesting that improvements are needed to encourage players to return.

    • “The game still needs a few interesting systems to keep longevity and replayability.”
  • humor
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is highlighted by amusing mechanics, such as the rocket launcher reflecting projectiles off walls, which creates consistently funny moments as players navigate around them. This playful interaction adds a lighthearted element to the gameplay experience.

    • “The rocket launcher reflects some little projectiles when it hits a wall, and having to jump over them never stops being funny.”

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4h Median play time
4h Average play time
2-6h Spent by most gamers
*Based on 6 analyzed playthroughs

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