Crystal Picnic

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Crystal Picnic is a single player role playing game with a comedy theme. It was developed by Nooskewl and was released on November 2, 2015. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Crystal Picnic" is a lighthearted action RPG that pays homage to classic games, following a sarcastic gardener and wannabe knight in their quest to retrieve magic cryst from ants. The game features real-time battles, RPG elements such as equipment and stats, and a humorous story set in a unique world with tidy pixel graphics and a great soundtrack. The download size is small, making it accessible for many players.

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63%

Audience ScoreBased on 19 reviews

music6 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Crystal Picnic features charming characters and witty dialogue that enhance the overall experience.
The game's colorful art style and nostalgic 16-bit graphics evoke a sense of classic RPG nostalgia.
The unique blend of top-down exploration and action platformer combat provides a refreshing gameplay experience.

The game suffers from a lack of polish, with issues such as poor AI, confusing navigation, and no clear introduction to controls.
Combat can feel tedious and unbalanced, with constant respawning enemies and a lack of meaningful progression.
The absence of a map system and unclear objectives can lead to frustrating gameplay experiences.

music
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in "Crystal Picnic" is widely praised for its charm and ability to enhance the gaming experience, with many players highlighting the relaxing and immersive qualities of the soundtrack. The title screen music and classic midi sounds are particularly appreciated, although some users expressed a desire for an option to mute other sounds while enjoying the music. Overall, the game's soundtrack is considered a standout feature that contributes significantly to its appeal.
- “The music in this game is superb and I honestly loved it; it was perfect for the game and was able to make a very relaxing experience and improve the game's overall quality.”
- “The soundtrack helps to fully immerse you into the game and overall is one of the things I was able to love about this game.”
- “The musical score is really well done.”
- “The only problem is I'd like an option to disable all other sounds except the music at some points so I can just listen while playing.”
- “Music and sound are quite normal.”
- “The soundtracks help to fully immerse you into the game and overall is one of the things I was able to love about this game.”
graphics
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of "Crystal Picnic" are widely praised for their charming 2D art style, reminiscent of classic titles like Paper Mario, and effectively capturing the essence of 16-bit visuals. Players appreciate the colorful and polished character and level designs, complemented by a nostalgic soundtrack that enhances the overall aesthetic experience. While some minor critiques exist regarding the color palette, the overall impression is that the graphics are both attractive and well-executed for a pixelated RPG.
- “Crystal Picnic is a colorful role-playing game brimming with witty, humorous dialogue and charming music and visuals that takes you on a journey to find crystals that were stolen by a legion of ants.”
- “The graphics are very lovely and have quite an original 2D style, and the sound is just mesmerizing if you like classic MIDI music and simple sounds.”
- “For a pixelated RPG, the graphics are rather impressive and overall polished for the characters and level design.”
- “The graphics (while the color palette might be off a bit) do, for the most part, represent 16-bit perfectly.”
- “Graphics are Japanese SNES style.”
- “Conclusion: there are little to no redeeming value in terms of entertainment quality, polish of the mechanics or even the originality of the theme getting lost in the unclear target demographics.”
story
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story revolves around a whimsical plot where a sarcastic gardener and a wannabe knight pursue ants that have stolen magic crystals from a castle. While the narrative is described as simple and somewhat silly, it provides a lighthearted backdrop for the gameplay, appealing to casual gamers despite its linearity and lack of side quests. Overall, the characters and storyline are basic but enjoyable for those seeking a relaxed gaming experience.
- “You are near the castle when all of a sudden ants dig out and walk right on by with crystals from the castle, which begins the main plot of the storyline.”
- “The story focuses around a sarcastic gardener and a wannabe knight as they journey across the kingdom chasing after ants who stole magic crystals from the castle.”
- “Secondly, it had a nice little story to it; I could dig it.”
- “The storyline was quite silly in my opinion, but I was a duck trying for the royal guard and whose best friend was a frog.”
- “The characters and plot are fairly basic.”
- “The main story is linear and quite simple, and I haven't found any side quests in two hours that I've played.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay features a real-time combat system that diverges from traditional turn-based mechanics, allowing players to engage in battles alongside AI companions. However, the cooperative/tag team mechanic is criticized for poor AI behavior, leading to a lack of entertainment value and polish, ultimately detracting from the overall experience.
- “The combat portion of the game is not like most RPG games with a turn-based mechanic, but rather has a real-time combat situation where you and your computer-controlled companions will fight against whatever you come across.”
- “You also have a co-op/tag team mechanic in which the AI mostly just lets whomever you are not controlling get tanked on and occasionally attacks seemingly on a whim.”
- “You also have a co-op/tag team mechanic in which the AI mostly just lets whoever you are not controlling get tanked on and occasionally attacks seemingly on a whim.”
- “Conclusion: there is little to no redeeming value in terms of entertainment quality, polish of the mechanics, or even the originality of the theme, which gets lost in the unclear target demographics.”
- “The combat portion of the game is not like most RPGs with a turn-based mechanic, but rather has a real-time combat situation where you and your computer-controlled companions will fight against whatever you come across.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized by a mix of 4th wall breaking jokes, self-aware commentary on its quirky premise, and witty dialogue that enhances the overall experience. While some elements, like the feudal setting, may not resonate strongly, the charming interactions and lighthearted tone make it enjoyable for casual gamers seeking a fun and silly adventure.
- “Crystal Picnic is a colorful role-playing game brimming with witty, humorous dialogue and charming music and visuals that takes you on a journey to find crystals that were stolen by a legion of ants.”
- “Conversations between characters are almost always very witty and humorous, which keeps things interesting.”
- “Overall, I'd say this game was worth my time and is perfect for a more casual gamer who simply wants to relax and enjoy something silly (I especially love the 'The Accused' achievement showing the developers have a sense of humor).”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users report that the game experiences stability issues, particularly during moments when it pauses and freezes, which can disrupt gameplay and initiate combat instances unexpectedly.
- “The game frequently pauses and freezes, allowing NPCs to initiate combat while I'm stuck.”
- “I often experience freezes that disrupt gameplay, making it impossible to progress.”
- “The constant freezing during critical moments ruins the overall experience.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users express a sense of emotional investment in the game, highlighting a poignant disappointment regarding the world map's detailed areas that feel inaccessible, evoking a longing for exploration and connection.
- “I only have one heart-breaking problem... on the world map, there are areas that are very detailed and look as if you could go to them somehow.”