DARTHY

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DARTHY is a single player action game. It was developed by Collin, Kaleb, & Jeya and was released on February 16, 2016. It received very positive reviews from players.

PLOT DARTHY wakes up in the hospital and soon finds out he must release the souls of the robots imprisoned in the Gold Doubloons (Gold Coins) by the Giant Space Pirates. Help DARTHY Roll, Bounce, Fly a Rocket, and Die to free the unfortunate souls. DARTHY is a Pixel Platformer based on old school mechanics. Made with my kids Kaleb & Jeya. FEATURES ◉ 10+ Buildings w/ Old School Checkpoint…

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Audience ScoreBased on 21 reviews

story2 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

Darthy offers a challenging and addictive platforming experience that keeps players engaged.
The game features tight controls and an interesting twist with the character being a rolling head.
It has a unique charm with its crude graphics and enjoyable music, making it a hidden gem among platformers.

The gameplay is considered uninventive and lacks originality compared to classic platformers like Mario.
Some mechanics, such as enemy visibility and rocket controls, can lead to frustrating and cheap deaths.
The graphics are described as low effort and not visually appealing, detracting from the overall experience.

gameplay
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The gameplay is generally described as uninventive, featuring basic mechanics like double jump and a fireball move, with comparisons to Nintendo's Mario series. However, it also receives praise for tight controls, enjoyable gameplay, and a humorous story, resulting in a mixed but overall positive reception.
- “Controls are tight, gameplay is what you'd expect for a platformer with a few twists here and there.”
- “Very interesting game:) good controls, nice gameplay, interesting little story and above all - it's pretty funny:) 8/10”
- “Gameplay is completely uninventive; you have a double jump and a 'fireball' move that propels you forward a bit. Otherwise, there's nothing new here that Nintendo hasn't already done better with Mario.”
- “Controls are tight, but the gameplay is what you'd expect for a platformer with a few twists here and there.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics have received mixed feedback, with some users criticizing the low-effort pixel art as visually unappealing, while others appreciate the crude style as fitting for the game's atmosphere, complemented by an engaging soundtrack.
- “Infinite restart, crude but cool graphics, awesome music that I really like and get me into the mood of jumping!”
- “The lazy, low-effort pixel graphics are an assault on the eyes.”
- “The graphics look outdated and lack any real detail or polish.”
- “The art style feels inconsistent and detracts from the overall experience.”
story
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The game's story is noted for its interesting and humorous elements, with a personal touch stemming from the developer's experience with their ill child. Overall, players find the narrative engaging and well-integrated with the gameplay, contributing to a positive gaming experience.
- “Very interesting game! Good controls, nice gameplay, interesting little story, and above all - it's pretty funny! 8/10”
music
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The music in the game is highly praised for its ability to enhance the gameplay experience, with many players finding it engaging and mood-setting, perfectly complementing the action.
- “Infinite restart, crude but cool graphics, and awesome music that really gets me into the mood for jumping!”
humor
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Players appreciate the humor in the game, noting it adds to the overall enjoyment alongside good controls and gameplay. The comedic elements contribute positively to the experience, with one reviewer rating it 8/10.
- “Very interesting game! Good controls, nice gameplay, interesting little story, and above all - it's pretty funny! 8/10”