DOOMER'S ADVENTURE
- June 11, 2021
- deadworld games
Get on Steam"DOOMER'S ADVENTURE" is a somber game with a unique atmosphere and 30 hand-made levels. Players collect objects and ponder existential questions while listening to a doomer music playlist, in a world where every day is a struggle. This game offers a distinct and introspective experience for players.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game has a charming aesthetic and conveys a strong doomer-meme atmosphere.
- The soundtrack is enjoyable and encourages players to keep trying despite challenges.
- For its price, the game offers a straightforward platforming experience that can be relatable and meaningful.
- The game suffers from numerous technical issues, including unresponsive controls and glitches that make it unplayable.
- Level design is inconsistent, with difficulty spikes that can be frustrating and lack of progression indicators.
- The overall quality is low, with outdated graphics and a lack of basic features like audio controls and customizable settings.
- music6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised for its quality and emotional depth, enhancing the overall experience with a great soundtrack that players find enjoyable and capable of being listened to repeatedly. However, some users have noted issues such as a lack of audio controls, leading to frustration when trying to manage the background music, and interruptions caused by a black screen and music changes upon dying and respawning. Overall, while the music contributes positively to the game's atmosphere, technical improvements are needed for a smoother experience.
“The music, background, and even the sprite are on point.”
“Great soundtrack.”
“The music is very nice, something you could listen to for hours on end.”
“Kind of fun but could be vastly improved by removing the black screen and change in music every time you die.”
“Bewilderingly, the game doesn't include proper audio controls, so you can't turn off the annoying background music; you'll need to alt+tab out and stop the music using the Windows sound mixer.”
- graphics6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are characterized by a retro pixel art style that some players appreciate for its nostalgic "doomer aesthetic," while others criticize it for being outdated and lacking customization options. Glitches detract from the experience, making it unplayable for some, but the simplicity of the visuals is noted to evoke deep emotional responses that resonate with the game's themes. Overall, the graphics are polarizing, with opinions varying widely based on personal taste.
“This game is so meaningful in so many ways. The graphics are simple yet hold so much value; it makes you feel an emotion I can't quite put my finger on.”
“The music is very nice, something you could listen to for hours on end. The graphics complement the overall experience beautifully.”
“The retro pixel art style adds a unique charm to the game, creating a nostalgic atmosphere that enhances the gameplay.”
“A choice was made to use obsolete, decades-old retro pixel art as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
“There's no options to change the resolution for the game or customize the graphics settings.”
“Glitched graphics make this unplayable.”
- story4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The story is criticized for featuring irrelevant plot points and frustrating quests, often described as tedious fetch quests or bizarre story arcs that feel out of place. Players express dissatisfaction with NPC interactions, indicating a lack of coherence and engagement in the narrative. Overall, the storytelling appears to detract from the gaming experience rather than enhance it.
“Every other quest feels like 'look at this dumb fetch quest I found,' or 'a completely outlandish and out-of-place story arc,' or 'let me describe in detail how frustrating this random NPC interaction was (by the way, I'm so fed up).'”
- monetization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized as exploitative, with reviewers labeling it as a cash grab that relies on copying pre-existing game templates and assets. This approach is seen as a form of shovelware, where low-effort products are sold at a cheap price, raising concerns about originality and value.
“These guys do nothing but copy premade game templates and game tutorials, fill out a few things, stamp out basic levels using the construction kit templates, slap on an asset-flipped set of sprites/assets, and dump them on Steam and into cheap, nasty shovelware game bundles as cash grabs.”
“Trying to get paid for someone else's game templates and assets... at best, this is shovelware; at worst, it's a scam/cash grab.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Doomer's Adventure is noted for its memorable and shareable humorous moments that resonate well in gaming communities, making it a fun experience to discuss and share with friends.
“Doomer's adventure once had the kind of funny, paste-worthy moments you'd share in game lobbies or send to your friends.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally enjoyable, complemented by nice music; however, it is marred by frustrating issues such as song skips in the playlist and a three-second black screen during respawns.
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere effectively captures a doomer vibe, enhancing the overall experience, though some users suggest that minor adjustments could further improve it.
“The doomer atmosphere is well conveyed, creating an immersive experience that draws you in.”
“The game's atmosphere is hauntingly beautiful, making every moment feel intense and engaging.”
“The environment is richly detailed, enhancing the overall mood and making exploration a delight.”
“The doomer atmosphere is well conveyed, but it feels a bit lacking in depth.”
“While the game has potential, the atmosphere often feels empty and uninspired.”
“The overall ambiance is underwhelming, failing to immerse players in the intended experience.”
