Charlie's Adventure

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Charlie's Adventure is a single player casual action adventure game. It was developed by EGAMER and was released on November 29, 2016. It received neutral reviews from players.

"Charlie's Adventure" is a 2D platformer game where players control Charlie, a curious adventurer exploring a mysterious world. The game features various challenging levels, puzzles, and unique power-ups to collect. With its hand-drawn art style and charming characters, players must help Charlie overcome obstacles and uncover the secrets of his surroundings.

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52%

Audience ScoreBased on 165 reviews

graphics13 positive mentions

stability7 negative mentions

Engaging gameplay with a variety of enemies and unique levels that keep players interested.
Charming graphics and music that complement the platforming experience.
Simple controls and mechanics that make it accessible for casual players.

Repetitive gameplay with frustrating design flaws, such as forced backtracking and imprecise jumps.
Numerous bugs and glitches that detract from the overall experience, including issues with hitboxes and camera control.
Short playtime and lack of depth in story and level design, making it feel generic and uninspired.

graphics
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
39%
52%
9%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the colorful and cute 2D visuals, while others criticize the clarity and design, noting issues like confusing backgrounds and choppy performance. Overall, the artwork is seen as decent for an indie title, but technical glitches and gameplay mechanics detract from the visual experience.
- “Colorful and nicely done graphics and sounds.”
- “It has some nice graphics and also it is very addictive.”
- “The graphics are actually pretty good for an indie game and overall you can call it an ok platformer.”
- “The graphics were drawn by a middle schooler and the voice acting, if you can call random grunts voice acting, is annoying at best.”
- “Graphics remind me of a flash game.”
- “It is not ugly graphics, but it is certainly not pretty.”
gameplay
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
28%
53%
19%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its complexity, engaging mechanics, and unique levels, while others criticize it for poor controls, bugs, and repetitiveness. Many found the combat enjoyable but noted issues like broken mechanics and frustrating character control that detracted from the overall experience. Overall, while the game offers some charm and value for its price, it struggles with execution and can feel bland or frustrating at times.
- “Engaging gameplay, unique levels, and challenging zombies make it hard to put down.”
- “The gameplay is fairly well balanced, with a good range of weapons and difficulty.”
- “This really hardcore game, gameplay is cool, level design is very cool, graphics nice and pretty.”
- “From the buggy assets to the two game mechanics that don't work right, this game is the true meaning of just pure trash on the side of a road.”
- “The character control is jerky and the sliding mechanic is frustratingly broken.”
- “This game feels like not much work was put into it; the gameplay is kind of bland and has horrible controls.”
music
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
65%
15%
The music in the game is generally described as charming and fitting, with a spooky theme that complements the gameplay. However, some users find it repetitive and forgettable, noting that while it serves its purpose, it lacks excitement and depth. Overall, the soundtrack is considered average, with a few highlights but not enough to stand out significantly.
- “Music is charming and complements the gameplay well.”
- “Background music is nice, with a spooky theme that fits the game well.”
- “The soundtrack fits in well.”
- “Some of the achievements are broken, and the audio is poor - one of the tracks is the same as the menu music in 20 Minutes Till Dawn.”
- “The presentation is pretty mediocre, the background music in particular is really forgettable.”
- “The soundtrack and sound effects aren't very exciting either.”
story
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
35%
47%
18%
The game's story receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it engaging and enjoyable, while others criticize it as bland, poorly executed, or nearly nonexistent. Many noted issues with presentation, such as typos and glitchy cutscenes, detracting from the overall experience. Overall, the narrative seems to be a secondary aspect, with varying levels of appreciation among players.
- “The puzzles were engaging but not frustrating, and the story kept me interested the whole time.”
- “The art is amazing, and the story is fun.”
- “A funny gameplay with a short but good storyline, loved it.”
- “The story is not only near nonexistent; what little it does have is littered with typos, poor grammar, and even worse font choices.”
- “To be honest, I couldn't make out most of the story because the cutscenes tend to be glitchy and skip a lot, but the game doesn't have much in the story anyway, so you can guess or ignore the whole thing.”
- “The story is pretty dumb and unoriginal, and it just kinda ends.”
stability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
88%
The stability of the game is highly inconsistent, with many users reporting significant bugs, glitches, and performance issues, such as invisible barriers and erratic frame rates. While some players experienced a smooth gameplay experience free of major issues, the overall sentiment leans towards frustration due to the frequent technical problems that detract from enjoyment.
- “The graphics are nice, and I've had no performance issues, glitches, or bugs while playing.”
- “The game runs smoothly without any crashes or interruptions.”
- “I've experienced consistent performance throughout my gameplay, making for a stable experience.”
- “From the buggy assets to the two game mechanics that don't work right, this game is the true meaning of pure frustration.”
- “Everything feels janky and buggy, making it very hard to see anything important because of the environment.”
- “Graphics are okay, controls and mechanics are dull, and gameplay is interesting but ultimately unenjoyable due to glitches like random invisible barriers that seem to stem from poor coding.”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding it amusing and enjoyable, particularly in the context of gameplay and storyline. However, some users suggest that it may not be worth the full price, recommending purchases during sales instead. Overall, the humor adds a lighthearted touch to the experience, despite some mixed opinions on the game's value.
- “A funny gameplay with a short but good storyline, loved it.”
- “Very funny to kill.”
- “Funny for free times.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the emotional aspect of the game to be a mix of joy and frustration. While moments like the finals and references to beloved lore and memes evoke happiness, the challenging gameplay, particularly in hard mode, can lead to feelings of frustration and unfairness, especially when navigating difficult obstacles.
- “Charlie's adventure covers multiple scenes, such as the one in the finals. The game touches on a bit of Halo's lore and includes some Ubisoft memes that made me feel happy.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
67%
The game's optimization is notably poor, with significant performance issues such as reduced frame rates and bugs like misaligned axes. Additionally, some levels are overly cluttered, which can lead to confusion. However, despite these drawbacks, players still find the game enjoyable and visually appealing.
- “Graphics are nice, I've had no performance issues, no glitches or bugs while playing.”
- “It's buggy (axes going out of joint and floating around), it has performance issues (reduced fps in some parts), some levels are too crowded with moving background objects that can easily confuse you, etc. but still, it's really fun to play.”
- “There was clearly no optimization when this short platformer is over twice the disc size of Half-Life.”
- “It's buggy (axes going out of joint and floating around), it has performance issues (reduced FPS in some parts), and some levels are too crowded with moving background objects that can easily confuse you.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
150%
Users highlight the game's "infinitely replayable" nature, indicating that it offers a compelling experience that encourages multiple playthroughs. This suggests a strong variety in gameplay elements or outcomes that keep players engaged over time.
- “Infinitely replayable.”
- “The game offers countless ways to experience the story, making each playthrough feel fresh and exciting.”
- “With multiple endings and diverse character choices, I find myself coming back for more every time.”
- “The game lacks meaningful choices, making replaying it feel like a chore rather than an adventure.”
- “Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to go back and play again.”
- “The limited variety in gameplay mechanics means that replaying the game feels repetitive and dull.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious due to the forced zombie cleanup and frequent backtracking, particularly when enemies fall off elevated paths. Overall, the game does not feature grindy achievements.
- “The forced zombie cleanup and constant backtracking, especially when enemies fall off elevated paths, make the game feel tedious.”
- “Grindy achievement: no.”