Dungeons & Geese

About

Dungeons & Geese is a single player casual role playing game with mystery and erotic themes. It was developed by the Bratans and was released on August 4, 2017. It received neutral reviews from players.

Join the adventures of an old man as he embarks on a desperate quest. Stripped of his former fortune by a mysterious event, the protagonist is forced to seek out the truth as he hunts for one of the most valuable resources known to man.

Skip User Reviews

58%

Audience ScoreBased on 19 reviews

atmosphere3 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Distinctive atmosphere and surreal, quirky story with a Victorian-inspired setting that offers an unusual narrative experience.
Challenging and hardcore difficulty that requires skill and timing, appealing to players who enjoy tough platformers.
Unique and expressive character design, accompanied by a melancholic piano soundtrack that enhances the game's mood.

Controls are clumsy, unresponsive, and unconventional, leading to frustrating platforming and combat experiences.
Numerous technical issues including bugs, glitches, hardlocks, missing customization options, and poor English translation.
Simplistic and shallow gameplay mechanics with limited progression, repetitive combat, and uninspired environmental variety.

story
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
46%
27%
The story of Dungeons & Geese is a bizarre and surreal narrative centered on an elderly protagonist facing unexpected misfortune, blending offbeat humor with quirky characters. While some find it oddly consistent and the game's best aspect, the narrative can be confusing and hindered by poor English localization and bugs. Overall, the story's uniqueness and charm stand out despite its flaws.
- “Dungeons & Geese, developed and published by the Bratans, is a small-scale 2D action-platformer that blends exploration, light combat, and surreal storytelling into a distinctly offbeat experience.”
- “The story places players in control of an elderly protagonist whose quiet life has been disrupted by sudden misfortune.”
- “Crazy and badly translated as it is, the best part of the game is the story.”
- “Flawed indie platformer with a bizarre but oddly consistent storyline.”
- “Story wise is somewhat hard to understand... why rats?”
- “I haven't seen all the storyline yet, it's the weakest point of the game for me (mostly because of English localization, Russian is definitely better), but characters are funny and unique.”
gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
45%
33%
The gameplay is a simple, traditional side-scrolling experience with straightforward mechanics that lack depth and evolution, featuring limited enemy variety and shallow progression. Despite its melancholic tone and unique thematic setting, the odd and unconventional controls, along with minimal explanations for game elements, may frustrate players seeking polished or complex gameplay. Overall, it offers a short, atmospheric adventure that appeals primarily to those interested in its eccentric narrative rather than its mechanics.
- “Gameplay revolves around traditional side-scrolling movement.”
- “It offers a melancholic tone, simple yet serviceable gameplay, and a distinct thematic setting that sets it apart from more generic side-scrollers.”
- “The mechanics are easy to grasp, but they remain simple throughout the experience, offering limited evolution as the game progresses.”
- “Progression systems are shallow, enemy variety is limited, and combat mechanics rarely expand beyond their initial form.”
- “Lack of explanation for other items (e.g., the red bottle) doesn't help players understand the mechanics of the game.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
The graphics feature a distinctive, albeit low-quality, art style that supports the game's indie atmosphere but often feels amateurish and limited in variety. Animations are stiff, and the lack of customizable settings prevents players from improving the visual experience. Overall, the graphics may appeal to some for their originality but are widely criticized for poor execution.
- “Although not technically impressive, the art style supports the overall atmosphere.”
- “Animations can appear stiff, and environmental variety is somewhat limited, but the aesthetic remains cohesive with the game’s indie sensibilities.”
- “Art style can be described as either original or ugly, depending on your taste.”
- “The artwork here is terrible, it's a blend of old retro pixel "art" used as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics, and some of the most amateurish MS-Paint style drawings (I won't deign to call these "illustrations").”
- “It's unclear if this is due to lack of budget to arrange someone who can do graphics properly, or lack of talent; regardless, the overall visual quality of the game is extremely low as a result of these decisions.”
- “There's no options to change the resolution for the game or customize the graphics settings.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
The music is predominantly melancholic Victorian-style piano, creating a unique and atmospheric experience that deeply resonates with players. Many praise the soundtrack for its emotional impact and quality, with some strongly recommending purchasing it separately. Overall, the music is a standout feature that enhances the game's ambiance.
- “From the very beginning, the soundtrack and the atmosphere thoroughly won my heart.”
- “It's pretty unique for an indie project; the music is great.”
- “If you have any opportunity, buy the soundtrack.”
- “No sound effects: just Victorian-style melancholic piano music and a volume slider (in the menu) keep you company.”
- “From the very beginning the soundtrack and the atmosphere of it thoroughly won my heart - as if Cupid hit me with the love arrow.”
- “Drink all night, wake up in some cellar to depressing Russian piano music.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The game's atmosphere is defined by its quirky, unconventional art style and unusual character design, creating a warm and distinctive mood despite lacking technical polish. It forgoes mainstream polish in favor of a unique, eccentric identity that enhances its short, atmospheric adventure.
- “Rather than relying on mainstream conventions or polished cinematic presentation, it embraces a quirky identity built around atmosphere, unusual character design, and a strange narrative hook.”
- “While it lacks the mechanical depth or polish of larger productions, it succeeds in delivering a short, atmospheric adventure for players willing to embrace its rough edges and eccentric approach.”
- “It looks like a child drew it, but it is still warm and it creates unique atmosphere.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Dungeons & Geese struggles with stability, featuring frequent bugs and clumsy gameplay that hinder the experience. While it has a unique charm, its technical issues and occasional messiness make it difficult to fully enjoy.
- “I cannot in good faith recommend Dungeons & Geese - it is a buggy, clumsy platformer that just screams mediocrity.”
- “Dungeons & Geese is hard, buggy, and messy; sometimes I wanted to give up even on the first levels.”
- “It is obvious that non-professionals made this game; it is sometimes buggy, but it definitely has its own spirit.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Character development is distinctive and unconventional, focusing on quirky, atmospheric storytelling and unique character designs rather than mainstream or cinematic norms. This approach creates an unusual narrative experience that sets it apart.
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's emotional impact is subtle, as its minimalistic blend of RPG progression, platforming, and adventure elements prevents deep immersion or strong emotional engagement.
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Monetization in Gamemaker Studio is frequently associated with low-quality, retro-style games that are often perceived as cash grabs. This suggests a common criticism of the platform being used to produce shovelware aimed primarily at generating quick revenue.
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by unique and funny characters, though the storyline's comedic impact is less effective, particularly due to English localization issues, with the Russian version being notably better.