Digital Audio Wasteland

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Digital Audio Wasteland is a single player action game. It was developed by Dawesome Studios and was released on April 29, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

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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Audience ScoreBased on 22 reviews

graphics2 positive mentions

stability2 negative mentions

The game features an innovative concept that combines music and puzzle-solving in a fun way.
The visuals and VFX are impressive, contributing to a light and breezy gaming experience.
The writing is humorous and engaging, making the game enjoyable and entertaining.

The game suffers from numerous bugs and crashes, which can lead to lost progress and frustrating gameplay.
There are issues with game mechanics, such as softlocking quests and confusing objectives.
The overall execution lacks polish, with problems in optimization, sound effects, and user interface.

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, which enhances the gameplay experience. However, some users criticize the lack of dynamic looping and insufficient sound effects, suggesting that the overall audio experience feels limited and in need of improvement. While the musical elements and visuals are generally well-received, there are calls for better audio management options and more immersive soundscapes.
- “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 is good and with some major updates, it might be a great game.”
- “The only thing I came away wishing was 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 immersive audio elements. Additionally, some players wish for better pacing in the text presentation to fully grasp the storyline. Overall, while the narrative has potential, it requires significant improvements to enhance the gaming experience.
- “The concept and story is 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 user interface and menu systems, as well as improvements to dialogue and introductory sequences.
- “The optimization in this game is impressive, making for a smooth and enjoyable experience.”
- “I appreciate the attention to detail in the optimization, which enhances gameplay significantly.”
- “The game's optimization allows for seamless transitions and minimal loading times, greatly improving immersion.”
- “This game needs optimization, GUI/menu improvements, and obviously better dialogues and intro.”
- “The performance issues are frustrating; the game feels unpolished and in desperate need of optimization.”
- “I encountered frequent lag and crashes, indicating that the optimization is severely lacking.”
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 enjoyable musical elements, creating a vibrant and fun visual 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 is plagued by bugs and stability issues, leading to a frustrating experience for players, though it still offers enjoyable content and hidden secrets. Users recommend trying it, but caution against expecting a polished experience.
- “But the execution is mid; 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 visuals and music. However, players are advised to stay alert, as the complexity of the mechanics can be challenging when fatigued.
- “Super cute narrative, music, and gameplay, but what really ties it together is the visuals.”
- “There are lots of mechanics going on here; don't play this when you're tired.”
- “The gameplay feels overly complicated with too many mechanics to keep track of.”
- “It's not a game you can easily pick up and play; you really need to be focused.”
- “The mechanics can be overwhelming, making it frustrating to enjoy the game.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the game's unique concept, highlighting that both its aesthetic and humor are exceptional and contribute positively to the overall experience.
- “The game has a really awesome idea, and the aesthetic and humor are fantastic.”