Deep Ones
- August 31, 2017
- BURP! Games
- 4h median play time
Deep Ones is a retro arcade-platformer with multigenre parts, inspired by ZX Spectrum and works of H. P. Lovecraft. The main protagonist of this story suffers a crash on his submarine. The great red octopus is the reason of this, his will of destroying every traveler that he encounters may seem unbeatable, but Diver isn't exactly as simple as he looks. He is encouraged to walk along the bottom of…
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Reviews
- The game features charming pixel art and a nostalgic aesthetic reminiscent of classic platformers.
- The soundtrack is amazing and adds to the overall atmosphere of the game.
- It's relatively easy and offers a decent amount of gameplay time for its price, making it a good distraction.
- The controls are often frustrating, with slow movement and imprecise jumping mechanics that can lead to unfair deaths.
- Combat mechanics are poorly designed, particularly with the harpoon gun, making it tedious to defeat enemies.
- The gameplay can feel slow and boring, lacking engaging elements that would keep players invested.
- graphics4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their aesthetic appeal, featuring a vibrant color palette reminiscent of the old ZX Spectrum, which enhances the game's quirky atmosphere. While the platforming mechanics are described as standard, the overall art style and visual presentation contribute positively to the gaming experience.
“Aesthetically, I really like this.”
“The graphics are really quite neat.”
“The platforming is fairly standard, nothing too interesting, nothing too absurd for the most part (at least as far as I'd gotten in the game), and the graphics are really quite neat.”
“The game also tries to capture the graphic style of the old ZX Spectrum, with bright, popping colors against a dark background.”
- music4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its amazing soundtrack and ability to enhance the overall atmosphere, contributing significantly to the game's charm and quirky storytelling. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as a standout feature, making the experience enjoyable and memorable.
“Interesting, charming retrospective with an amazing soundtrack.”
“Where the game stands out are the atmosphere and the soundtrack, which are amazing.”
“Overall, I enjoyed the quirky story, music, atmosphere, and art style, which is why I gave it a thumbs up.”
- story2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The story received mixed feedback, with some players finding it elusive or hard to grasp, while others appreciated its quirky nature, complemented by engaging music, atmosphere, and art style. Overall, the narrative aspect contributed positively to the game's enjoyment for many.
“Overall though, I enjoyed the quirky story, music, atmosphere, and art style, which is why I gave it a thumbs up.”
“I didn't see the story they are talking about, but no biggie.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The gameplay is considered mediocre, failing to live up to the enticing concept and art, which suggests a disconnect between visual appeal and interactive experience.
“While the concept and art might be enticing, the actual gameplay is incredibly mediocre.”
“Gameplay is a totally different kettle of fish though.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised, with reviewers highlighting its amazing soundtrack and unique art style that enhance the overall experience. The quirky story further contributes to the immersive environment, making it a standout feature of the game.
“Where the game stands out are the atmosphere and the soundtrack, which are amazing.”
“Overall, I enjoyed the quirky story, music, atmosphere, and art style, which is why I gave it a thumbs up.”
