Digital Audio Wasteland

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In Digital Audio Wasteland, the apocalypse doesn't have to be bleak. In this comedic first person exploration game, you'll explore the wasteland, collect music from your surroundings, and mix it all together to bring bodacious beats back to the people-- all in the name of the GROOVE! As a member of the Monastic Order of the Groove, you will embark on an audacious adventure as a nameless acol…

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

86%

Audience ScoreBased on 22 reviews

graphics2 positive mentions

stability2 negative mentions

The game features an innovative concept that combines music and puzzle-solving, creating a unique gameplay experience.
The visuals and VFX are highly praised, contributing to a fun and light-hearted atmosphere.
The writing and humor in the game are well-received, making it an enjoyable experience overall.

The game suffers from numerous bugs and crashes, which can lead to lost progress and frustrating gameplay.
There are significant issues with optimization, including poor GUI/menu design and lack of sound effects.
Gameplay can be confusing at times, with players easily getting stuck or softlocked due to the lack of clear direction.

music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
The music in the game is praised for its innovative integration into puzzle-solving, allowing players to create and manipulate sound. However, some users criticize the lack of dynamic looping and insufficient sound effects, suggesting that the overall audio experience feels fixed and underdeveloped. While the musical elements and visuals are enjoyable, there are calls for improvements in the audio design to enhance the gameplay experience.
- “The game is a real innovative piece of good game concepts brought to life; I love making music to solve puzzles and bring the music back.”
- “The musical elements are cool to mess with, and the visuals and VFX are really fun.”
- “Super cute narrative, music, and gameplay, but what really ties it together is the VFX.”
- “Thirdly, the looping is not dynamic at all, which makes the music feel fixed in place.”
- “This game needs serious improvement, no music or ambiance, no jumping or sprinting, annoying camera smoothing, little to no sound effects for most things. This should be a demo for an early access game; the concept and story are good, and with some major updates, it might be a great game.”
- “The only things I came away wishing were that I could silence the background music while mixing stuff in my tape deck; and that the text was slower during the beginning and ending because I definitely missed some storyline.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
67%
The story concept is generally well-received, but players express frustration with the game's execution, noting issues like quest softlocks and a lack of engaging audio elements. Additionally, the pacing of text during key moments detracts from the overall narrative experience, suggesting that improvements are needed for a more cohesive storytelling experience.
- “The concept and story are good, and with some major updates, it might be a great game.”
- “I came away wishing I could silence the background music while mixing stuff in my tape deck; and that the text was slower during the beginning and ending because I definitely missed some storyline.”
- “You can easily do things out of order, which softlocks certain quests or puzzles.”
- “The only things I came away wishing were that I could silence the background music while mixing stuff in my tape deck, and that the text was slower during the beginning and ending because I definitely missed some storyline.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
150%
The game requires significant optimization, particularly in its GUI/menu design and the quality of dialogues and the introductory sequence. Users feel these areas detract from the overall experience and need improvement.
- “The optimization in this game is impressive, allowing for smooth gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
- “I appreciate the attention to detail in the optimization, which enhances the overall user experience.”
- “The game's optimization ensures that loading times are minimal, making for a seamless gaming experience.”
- “This game needs optimization, including improvements to the GUI/menu and obviously better dialogues and intro.”
- “The performance issues are frustrating; the game feels unpolished and in dire need of optimization.”
- “I encountered frequent lag and crashes, which really detracted from the overall experience. Optimization is essential.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's graphics are praised for their fantastic aesthetic and humor, complemented by engaging visual effects and musical elements that enhance the overall experience.
- “The game has a really awesome idea, and the aesthetic and humor are fantastic.”
- “The musical elements are cool to mess with, and the visuals and VFX are really fun.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is criticized for being inconsistent, with numerous bugs and occasional confusion regarding objectives. While it has enjoyable elements and hidden secrets, players are advised to manage their expectations regarding its overall execution.
- “But the execution is mediocre; the game is a buggy mess, and what you are supposed to do can be a little confusing at times.”
- “It's a pretty good game, but also very buggy. I recommend giving it a try, but don't expect it to be perfect. It also has some really good secrets to find.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
150%
The gameplay is characterized by a charming narrative and engaging mechanics, enhanced by appealing visual effects and music. However, players are advised to approach it with focus, as it can be overwhelming when fatigued.
- “Super cute narrative, music, and gameplay, but what really ties it together is the visual effects.”
- “There are lots of mechanics going on here; don't play this when you're tired.”
- “The gameplay feels overly complicated and overwhelming, making it hard to enjoy.”
- “There are too many mechanics to keep track of, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- “The controls are clunky and unresponsive, leading to frustrating moments during gameplay.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its fantastic humor and aesthetic, contributing to a unique and enjoyable experience.
- “The game has a really awesome idea, and the aesthetic and humor are fantastic.”