- September 29, 2022
- Andrew Kenady
C.A.R.L.
C.A.R.L is a short and sweet platformer with RPG vibes that captures the fun of classic arcade games from the ‘80s and ‘90s. The quirky humor and many collectibles make this a title that’s sure to keep genre fans entertained.
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C.A.R.L. is a single player role playing shooter game. It was developed by Andrew Kenady and was released on September 29, 2022. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.
C.A.R.L. is a retro puzzle-platformer in which players take on the role of a lost robot in a mysterious factory to uncover the secrets within its walls and thwart the plans of its mastermind proprietor.
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- Charming art style and engaging soundtrack that enhance the overall experience.
- Fun and varied gameplay with unique bosses and a good mix of platforming and combat elements.
- Strong nostalgic appeal for fans of retro platformers, with plenty of collectibles and upgrades to keep players engaged.
- Difficulty spikes can be abrupt, making some levels challenging without proper upgrades.
- Controls can feel awkward at times, leading to frustration during precise platforming sections.
- The game is relatively short, which may leave some players wanting more content.
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The game's story is generally seen as decent but not particularly standout, with some players finding it "meh" while others appreciate its quirky characters and narrative delivery. It draws inspiration from titles like Cave Story and Undertale, but lacks the same level of depth in storytelling. Overall, while the story serves its purpose, it is not the main focus for many players who are more engaged by the gameplay elements.
“Awesome game, cool story, fun gameplay, all around a great game, would recommend!”
“Plenty of quirky characters, a decent story that is told well throughout the game.”
“Inspired heavily by games such as Undertale and Cave Story, C.A.R.L.”
“The game is roughly similar to another platformer, Cave Story, though it doesn't set up the levels and story like Cave Story does.”
“The characters are fun, but the story feels kinda 'meh.' I won't blame the YouTuber or the developers as the story served its purpose.”
“I think this game is going to be more focused on story, which is not really what I was interested in with this game.”
C.A.R.L. (Nintendo Switch)
C.A.R.L is a short and sweet platformer with RPG vibes that captures the fun of classic arcade games from the ‘80s and ‘90s. The quirky humor and many collectibles make this a title that’s sure to keep genre fans entertained.
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C.A.R.L is a classic platform title that'll lull you into a false sense of security. Enjoy the witty dialogue, interesting characters and unique stage design. If you love the genre, you'll adore this safe but fun platforming game. + Colourful visuals. + Interesting stage design. + Plenty of replay value. + The bosses will test you. - The controls aren't great. - The audio is annoying. (Rating: PEGI 7 Mild Violence Release date: 29/09/2022 Price: £12.49) (Reviewed on the Xbox Series X. Also available on Xbox One, PC (Steam), Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5)
65%Not a bad bit of fun for retro platforming enthusiasts, with a few novel touches that help it shine
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C.A.R.L. is a role playing shooter game.
C.A.R.L. is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5 and others.
C.A.R.L. was released on September 29, 2022.
C.A.R.L. was developed by Andrew Kenady.
C.A.R.L. has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its story.
C.A.R.L. is a single player game.
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