Egglien

About

"Egglien" is a single-player platformer game with a nostalgic retro aesthetic. In the game, you play as Asteri, an alien on a mission to restore the earth's core and save the planet by fighting through 40 levels across 5 worlds, complete with boss fights, cutscenes, and original music. Challenge yourself further in the boss rush mode.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

100%

Audience ScoreBased on 30 reviews

gameplay8 positive mentions

Fast-paced gameplay with responsive controls and a unique movement mechanic that enhances the platforming experience.
Engaging and humorous story complemented by fantastic 8-bit music and vibrant pixel art graphics.
Challenging boss fights and well-designed levels that provide a fun and satisfying experience, especially for fans of retro platformers.

The game is relatively short, with a playtime of only 1-2 hours, which may leave some players wanting more content.
Limited options and features, such as no pause function without going to the menu and a lack of unlockables or extra modes.
Some players may find the jumping mechanics, particularly in water, to be awkward or difficult to master.

gameplay
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
62%
23%
15%
The gameplay is characterized by its fast-paced action and unique movement mechanics, making it easy to pick up while providing engaging challenges through fun boss fights. Players appreciate the smooth mechanics and the integration of a minimal story that complements the vibrant worlds. Overall, it offers a straightforward yet enjoyable action platforming experience enhanced by catchy 8-bit music.
- “Fast paced, funny story, good gameplay, easy to pick up, and let's not forget the awesome 8-bit music.”
- “The gameplay was unique and the bosses spiced things up, and the music and the art were also great!”
- “It's a no-frills, straight into it, action platformer with an engaging and unique movement mechanic.”
- “But the movement mechanic very much changes how you play the game and how you look at the platformer.”
- “The gameplay is simple: destroy all enemies by shooting a limited supply of eggs that recharge as soon as you touch the ground.”
story
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
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30%
The story is described as fast-paced and humorous, serving primarily as a vehicle for gameplay rather than a deep narrative. While it is considered a bit short and somewhat hokey, it effectively ties together the game's levels and visuals, offering a nostalgic nod to classic arcade platformers. Overall, the story complements the engaging gameplay and challenging elements, making for an enjoyable experience.
- “Inspiring story too.”
- “The story is minimal, but ties gameplay and all the beautiful worlds neatly together.”
- “Great mix of challenging gameplay and unique placement hazards combined with a fun story and satisfying boss fights.”
- “The story mode is a bit short (I finished it in an hour), but there is an extra mode that is quite challenging.”
- “The story is a little hokey, but it throws back to arcade platformers like New Zealand Story, where the plot is just a simple vehicle to offer you a few levels and then a few levels more.”
- “Story is minimal, but ties gameplay and all the beautiful worlds neatly together.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The music in the game is consistently praised for its catchy and engaging 8-bit style, enhancing the overall experience with fantastic sound design. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as a standout feature that complements the unique gameplay and vibrant visuals, contributing significantly to the game's fun and nostalgic atmosphere.
- “Fast paced, funny story, good gameplay, easy to pick up, and let's not forget the awesome 8-bit music.”
- “Great fun unique platformer, fantastic sound design and music especially.”
- “Egglien offers a simple premise but nails the execution; with responsive controls, throwback visuals, and a catchy soundtrack, it offers way more fun than you might expect at first glance.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
20%
The graphics of Egglien are praised for their charming pixel art style, which complements the game's fun and engaging platforming mechanics. Reviewers highlight the well-defined aesthetic and impressive visual polish, noting that the art enhances the overall experience despite the game's indie status.
- “Egglien offers a simple premise but nails the execution; with responsive controls, throwback visuals, and a catchy soundtrack, it offers way more fun than you might expect at first glance.”
- “Very fun platformer with a very well-defined aesthetic and great polish.”
- “The movement is very nice, and the art style is amazing.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by a fast-paced and funny storyline that complements its engaging gameplay, making it easy for players to pick up and enjoy. Additionally, the inclusion of awesome 8-bit music enhances the overall comedic experience.
- “Fast-paced, funny story, good gameplay, easy to pick up, and let's not forget the awesome 8-bit music.”