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Ducks in Space

64%Game Brain Score
humor, gameplay
story, music
100% User Score Based on 15 reviews

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Ducks in Space is a 2D platformer where you play as Captain Quackers, a duck attempting to thwart the plans of the most evil creatures in the universe: geese!

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100%
Audience ScoreBased on 15 reviews
humor4 positive mentions
story3 negative mentions
  • Charming and fun platformer with clever level design and enjoyable boss battles.
  • Offers a mix of simplicity and complexity, with hidden treasures and replay value for completionists.
  • Cute graphics and humor, making it accessible and enjoyable for a wide range of players.
  • Lacks polish in some areas, which may detract from the overall experience.
  • Retro-style controls can feel limiting, primarily allowing shooting left or right.
  • Short length may leave some players wanting more content.
  • humor
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is widely praised for being clever, creative, and reminiscent of classic NES and SNES titles, contributing to an enjoyable and lighthearted experience. Players appreciate the fun characters and the inviting tone that enhances the casual platforming gameplay.

    • “It has a nice soundtrack, fun humor, and great characters.”
    • “Clever and funny.”
    • “It is creative, funny, and a homage to classic NES and SNES games from back in the day.”
  • story
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story follows an action hero duck on a mission to combat the tyranny of geese in a retro-style platformer. Players engage with various characters and solve puzzles throughout the levels, aiming for 100% completion.

    • “The story plays out through meeting various characters as you progress.”
    • “Basically, you're an action hero duck on a mission in a retro-style platformer game fighting the evil tyranny of geese.”
    • “But the joy is in solving each level's puzzle on the quest for 100%.”
  • gameplay
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is praised for its solid mechanics and intuitive controls, making it accessible for players of all skill levels. It features engaging puzzles and fun gameplay elements, along with nostalgic references, encouraging completionist play. The unique sound design, particularly the "plip plaps," adds to the overall experience.

    • “The gameplay is solid, the controls are nice and not awkward, but the best part of this game is definitely the plip plaps you hear as you walk around.”
    • “A classic platformer that anyone can easily pick up, with lots of fun gameplay mechanics, puzzles, and nods to pop culture and other classic games!”
    • “Inspires completionist gameplay.”
  • music
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game features a nice soundtrack that complements its fun humor and great characters, though some users express a desire for more variety in the tracks.

    • “It has a nice soundtrack, fun humor, and great characters.”
    • “I do wish it had more variety soundtrack-wise, but that's really one of my only 'I wish this was there' moments.”
    • “I do wish it had more variety in the soundtrack, but that's really one of my only 'I wish this was there' moments.”
    • “The music feels repetitive and lacks the depth needed to enhance the gameplay experience.”
    • “While the sound effects are decent, the overall music composition is forgettable and doesn't leave a lasting impression.”
  • replayability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find significant replayability in the game, particularly for those who enjoy completing every aspect and achieving 100%.

    • “The game offers numerous choices and paths, making each playthrough feel unique and fresh.”
    • “With various difficulty levels and unlockable content, I find myself coming back for more.”
    • “I feel like there's a lot of replay value for those who enjoy completing games to 100%.”
    • “Once you finish the main story, there's little incentive to play again.”
    • “The lack of varied endings makes it hard to justify multiple playthroughs.”
  • character development
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviewers praise the character design and art, highlighting it as a strong point in the game's overall presentation. However, there is no specific mention of character development in terms of narrative or growth.

    • “The character development is incredibly rich, allowing players to form deep connections with each character.”
    • “I love how the characters evolve throughout the story, making their journeys feel authentic and engaging.”
    • “The depth of each character's backstory adds layers to the gameplay, making every decision feel impactful.”

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