Doug and Lily
- March 1, 2017
- the_dobrokot
Get on SteamIn "Doug and Lily," a pixelated platformer, players join the heroic Doug and his wife Lily on their mission to rescue their child from a wicked wizard. Armed with the help of dinosaurs, a rock pile, and your support, nothing can deter these loving parents from reaching their goal. Prepare for thrilling adventures and exciting challenges along the way.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game is cute and fun, with enjoyable spritework and a relaxing soundtrack.
- It offers a nostalgic experience reminiscent of classic platformers, making it easy to learn and play.
- Players found it addictive and a good way to unwind after a long day, with many levels to explore.
- The gameplay is clunky and feels like a low-quality ripoff of better-known titles, lacking originality.
- There are significant technical issues, including unchangeable resolution and uncustomizable controls, which hinder the experience.
- The level design is repetitive and lacks variety in enemies, making it feel boring and uninspired.
- music6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The music in the game has been praised for its relaxing qualities, with some players finding it enjoyable enough to listen to for extended periods. However, a few users suggest muting the in-game music and opting for alternative playlists on platforms like Spotify or YouTube instead. Overall, while the soundtrack has its merits, it may not appeal to everyone.
“The soundtrack was really good.”
“The music created a calming atmosphere that enhanced my overall experience.”
“Mute the music and play some on Spotify or YouTube.”
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- graphics6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have been criticized for relying on outdated retro pixel art, which many players feel is a poor substitute for modern PC graphics. Additionally, the lack of options to adjust resolution or customize settings leaves players unable to enhance the low-quality visuals.
“A choice was made to use obsolete, decades-old retro pixel 'art' as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
“There's no option to change the resolution for the game or customize the graphics settings.”
“There's no way for gamers to try to improve the low-quality graphics.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
Gameplay is generally criticized for being clunky and unpleasant, reminiscent of low-quality cash grabs, though some players found enjoyment in the dino-riding mechanic.
“The dino-riding mechanic was fun.”
“Gameplay is clunky and unpleasant, as one might expect from a Russian shovelware cash grab ripoff of someone else's game.”
- story2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story conveys a powerful message about resilience and the unpredictability of life, emphasizing that perseverance in the face of adversity can lead to unexpected and rewarding outcomes.
“The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you. If I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- monetization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game is criticized as exploitative, with users likening it to a low-quality cash grab that prioritizes profit over gameplay quality, resulting in a clunky and unpleasant experience.
