Commander '85
- September 30, 2020
- The Moonwalls
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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- 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.
- music4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
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.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
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.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
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.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
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'.”
- story2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
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.”
