CHUTNEY: Space Survivor

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CHUTNEY: Space Survivor is a single player action game. It was developed by Fourthought and was released on December 19, 2023. It received very positive reviews from players.

CHUTNEY: Space Survivor is a third person hoard-shooting deck builder that mixes the distinctive look of 1960's retrofuturism with comic book themes and a pastel toon-shaded palette. Face off against hordes of aliens with an auto-shooting hand of ‘cartridges’ - weapons and abilities - that you build and synergise throughout each run. Unlock new cartridges, skills, and original backing tracks throu…

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93%

Audience ScoreBased on 14 reviews

music3 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game is free, providing a no-cost option for players to try it out.
It features a fun and addictive gameplay loop with a groovy soundtrack and unique art style.
The ability and deck-building mechanics offer a rewarding experience that encourages players to keep playing.

The game lacks meaningful content and feels repetitive due to poorly implemented procedural generation.
It is misleadingly marketed as a survival game, when it does not deliver on that premise.
The graphics and overall presentation are subpar, resembling low-quality mobile apps.

music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The music in the game is widely praised for its infectious and groovy soundtrack, which enhances the fun and addictive gameplay loop. Reviewers highlight the combination of amazing music with vibrant art and character design, contributing to an overall engaging experience.
- “Fun & addictive with a groovy soundtrack, art & character design.”
- “Amazing soundtrack and graphics.”
- “The music is infectious!”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The graphics have received mixed reviews, with some users criticizing the low-poly, untextured cel-shaded assets and backdrops, suggesting they resemble better-looking mobile apps. However, others appreciate the unique art style and map designs, finding them enjoyable despite some bugs. Overall, the visuals contribute to the game's charm, even if they aren't technically impressive.
- “Very fun roguelike with a fairly unique art style.”
- “Fun, free game despite some bugs; love the art style and map designs, would recommend.”
- “The graphics aren't great; low-poly, untextured, cel-shaded assets and backdrops. There are better-looking mobile apps.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
150%
The gameplay is characterized by a fun loop and engaging music, but it lacks meaningful level design and narrative progression, suggesting a missed opportunity for deeper player engagement.
- “Banging music, fun gameplay loop.”
- “The developer chose not to do the job of a real game developer and create meaningful bespoke levels, narrative-based gameplay progression, and so on.”
- “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks any real depth or innovation.”
- “Controls are clunky and unresponsive, making it frustrating to navigate through the game.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Character development is highlighted as engaging and enjoyable, complemented by a vibrant soundtrack and appealing art and character design, which enhance the overall gaming experience.