Egglien
- August 4, 2022
- Spacespy Games
Get on Steam"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.
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Reviews
- 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.
- gameplay13 mentions
- 62 % positive mentions
- 23 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
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.”
- story10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
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.”
- music6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
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.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 80 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
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.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
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.”
