Doodle God: 8-bit Mania
- November 18, 2016
- JoyBits Ltd.
- 2h median play time
Get on SteamDoodle God: 8-bit Mania is a puzzle game where you combine elements to create new ones and expand the universe. This 8-bit version features remastered graphics and sounds from the original Doodle God, adding a nostalgic touch to the classic gameplay. The goal is to discover all the elements and become the Doodle God.
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Reviews
- The 8-bit art style and soundtrack are enjoyable and nostalgic.
- The game is simple and can be a fun way to pass the time.
- Achievements are easy to unlock, making it appealing for completionists.
- The game is a paid reskin of the original Doodle God with significantly less content, only including the first two chapters.
- It is overpriced for the amount of gameplay, which can be completed in under two hours.
- The gameplay becomes repetitive quickly, lacking depth and replay value.
- graphics32 mentions
- 34 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The graphics of "Doodle God: 8-Bit Mania" are characterized by a nostalgic 8-bit pixel art style, which some players find charming while others criticize as a lackluster reskin of the original game. While the visuals are described as colorful and well-executed, many reviewers feel that the game offers little new content and is overpriced for what it delivers. Overall, the graphics evoke a retro aesthetic that appeals to fans of pixel art, but they do not significantly enhance the gameplay experience.
“I found this game on offer at Humble Bundle for fifty cents and gave it a go based on the colorful graphics and the promise of a lo-fi god game.”
“Really nice retro graphics, and sound.”
“The visuals are nice and the sound effects are neat if you like the 8-bit tunes.”
“There is no reason to buy Doodle God: 8-Bit Mania over the original Doodle God; this is simply Doodle God with pixel graphics. This could've easily been a DLC to the original or any of the spinoffs that Joybits have crapped out over the years.”
“It's a remake of the original Doodle God mobile app, only shorter and with godawful, eye-gougingly bad retro pixel graphics... as if that is somehow going to make a terrible game better by giving it crappier graphics?”
“My assumption is that this game has even less content than the original Doodle God because it is basically a reskin to give Doodle God an old school aesthetic (it's called 8-bit, but with the amount of colors used, it would seem more like 16-bit) and has decent, but unmemorable chiptune music.”
- gameplay11 mentions
- 18 % positive mentions
- 55 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The gameplay is largely a rehash of previous Doodle God titles, focusing on combining elements to create new ones, with the main distinction being its 8-bit art style. While the aesthetic is appreciated, many reviewers criticize the limited gameplay duration—around an hour—and the high price point for what feels like a simple reskin with minimal new content. Overall, it appeals to perfectionists but may disappoint those seeking a fresh experience.
“The gameplay is the same as the many Doodle God games that JoyBits have put out, combining elements to create new ones, with the only difference being the 8-bit art style.”
“Artwork is pretty and gameplay is good for perfectionists who want to try every single combination, or look up the 100% guide for getting all achievements in under an hour.”
“The gameplay is the same as the many Doodle God games that JoyBits have put out; combine elements to create new ones, the only difference here being the 8-bit art style.”
“Cool 8-bit aesthetics, but $20 for a straight-up reskin of the first two chapters of Doodle God with about an hour of gameplay is ridiculous.”
“It's the same old Doodle God with an 8-bit skin, less gameplay, and laggy.”
- music8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The music in the game is primarily characterized by an 8-bit soundtrack that some players find reminiscent of Terraria's music, though opinions vary widely. While a few appreciate the nostalgic chiptune style, many others describe it as annoying and unmemorable, leading to frequent muting. Overall, the sound design is seen as a weak point, contributing to a lackluster experience.
“The only positive this game has is the 8-bit soundtrack, which heavily reminds me of some of Terraria's music.”
“Hopefully they update the game to include more, but as of now it is just the original game with pixel graphics and 8-bit music.”
“It has decent, but unmemorable chiptune music.”
“Music is annoying and instantly muted; sound can also get annoying fast depending on your own mileage.”
“Even the only guide made for it is hard to follow this time around (I stopped even trying to play it as intended this time around, looks awful, hard to read quotes, music is terrible).”
“Incredibly short and identical to other games in the series, but with nauseating music and sound, and an interface clearly designed for touch screens.”
- replayability8 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 63 % negative mentions
Overall, the game suffers from low replayability, with many users expressing disappointment in its repetitive nature and short playtime. Critics suggest that a single comprehensive game incorporating all expansions would enhance replay value, as the current format leads to a lack of content and variety. Despite its initial fun factor, players find little incentive to revisit the game after completing it.
“An interesting concept, but once you figure out that the game is just about trying every possible combination of two ingredients, it becomes repetitive and there is no replay value.”
“Echoing what others have said, this is a fun game but very short and has no replay value.”
“$20 for a game that lasts less than two hours and has no replayability.”
- stability6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability has been criticized for containing a range of bugs and glitches, with some users noting only minor issues while others describe it as significantly problematic. Overall, the consensus indicates that the game suffers from stability issues that detract from the overall experience.
“The game itself is a big terrarium for bugs and glitches.”
“It's buggy.”
“There are minor bugs and glitches.”
- story4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The story in this game is criticized for being a stripped-down version of the original Doodle God, featuring only two chapters and fewer elements, quests, and achievements, all at a higher price. The 8-bit aesthetic does not compensate for the lack of content compared to its predecessor.
“The story is engaging and keeps you invested in the characters and their journeys.”
“The narrative unfolds beautifully, with twists that keep you on the edge of your seat.”
“The world-building is rich, making the story immersive and captivating.”
“Basically the original Doodle God, with an 8-bit aesthetic but at the price of only two missions out of four, and at twice the price.”
“There's only 2 chapters with over 120 elements, where the original has 4 chapters with over 200 elements, along with some quests and puzzles, not to mention more achievements.”
- monetization3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy for Doodle God 8-Bit Mania and similar mobile apps on Steam is criticized as a "cheap and lazy cash grab," with users noting the presence of ads and in-app purchases that detract from the overall experience. Players suggest that these games are more appropriately priced on mobile platforms, where they are often cheaper despite the monetization tactics.
“Doodle God 8-Bit Mania is a mobile app that's been dumped on Steam as a cheap and lazy cash grab.”
“Doodle God is a mobile app that's been dumped on Steam as a cheap and lazy cash grab.”
“Well then, head over to the Play or iOS store where you can get the games much cheaper, although they do have ads and even in-app purchases.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by amusing bugs and a comically high price tag of $28, along with some funny quotes that emerge during gameplay. Overall, players find the humor to be a notable and entertaining aspect of the experience.
“The game features some hilarious bugs that will have you laughing out loud.”
“I can't believe the price tag is $28; it's just too funny!”
“After the reactions, there are some really funny quotes that add to the humor.”
“The humor in this game often feels forced and falls flat.”
“I expected a lot of laughs, but the jokes were mostly cringeworthy.”
“The attempts at humor are overshadowed by the game's many glitches.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat excessive, with multiple reviews noting that it can feel repetitive or tedious at times.
“It's a bit grindy sometimes.”
“It feels a bit grindy.”
