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Commander '85

A tough nut to crack, but this game has great potential and some serious rewards for persistence. Play with a keyboard at hand for a more enjoyable experience.
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34%Game Brain Score
music, humor
stability, graphics
27% User Score Based on 22 reviews
Critic Score 88%Based on 1 reviews

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Commander '85 is a single player role playing game. It was developed by The Moonwalls and was released on September 30, 2020. It received positive reviews from critics and negative reviews from players.

13 May 1985: Today is my BIRTHDAY!!! Mum gave me the best present ever! a Commander 85 – a super modern computer with real artificial intelligence! It’s very smart, and I can talk to it and play games on it. I can’t wait till the other boys see it!

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27%
Audience ScoreBased on 22 reviews
music2 positive mentions
stability2 negative mentions
  • The game offers a nostalgic 80s vibe with its menu music and initial setting.
  • It encourages players to be investigative and observant, providing a sense of accomplishment through trial and error.
  • There is potential for a rewarding experience for those who are patient and willing to persist through its challenges.
  • The interface is frustrating and lacks basic functionalities like command abbreviations and scrolling through recent commands.
  • The game is plagued by bugs and unpolished elements, leading to a frustrating experience with constant interruptions from the in-game mother and an annoying computer voice.
  • Time pressure and a lack of guidance make it difficult to enjoy the game, often leaving players feeling overwhelmed and stuck.
  • music
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game received mixed feedback; while some players appreciated the menu music and the nostalgic feel of the short intro, others felt it failed to capture the true essence of the 80s, leaving them disappointed.

    • “I liked the menu music and the short intro did set some good old 80s vibes.”
    • “The music was not the 80's; my nostalgia was shot in the face.”
  • humor
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is highlighted by moments that consistently evoke laughter, creating a lighthearted and enjoyable atmosphere for players.

    • “Before they both crack up laughing.”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability has been criticized due to numerous bugs, leading many users to advise against playing it in its current state.

    • “I like the setting, but in its current buggy state, I cannot recommend playing it.”
  • graphics
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics have been compared to those of the game "Postal," suggesting a similar aesthetic or style that may evoke nostalgia for players familiar with that title.

    • “The graphics remind me of 'Postal'.”
    • “The graphics remind me of 'Postal'.”
  • story
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story fails to establish itself in the initial half hour of gameplay, leaving players feeling disconnected from the narrative.

    • “The story was not able to manifest itself during the first half hour.”
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Commander '85 is a role playing game.

Commander '85 is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, Mac OS and others.

Commander '85 was released on September 30, 2020.

Commander '85 was developed by The Moonwalls.

Commander '85 has received positive reviews from players and positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its stability.

Commander '85 is a single player game.

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