Escape Doodland
- November 30, 2018
- fluckyMachine
Get on Steam"Escape Doodland" is an arcade platformer with challenging gameplay set in a 2.5D doodle world. As a doodler, a peaceful resident of Doodland, you must outrun the invading monster Omnomus and its deadly temptation for doodler cuisine. Each level in this hand-drawn world has unique obstacles and requires quick reflexes to jump, swim, and fly to safety. With numerous ways to die, this game is not for the faint of heart.
Nintendo Switch
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a unique and imaginative art style that many players find entertaining and visually striking.
- Gameplay is simple and accessible, making it suitable for casual gamers while still providing a decent challenge.
- The game has a fun and upbeat atmosphere, with comical sounds and music that enhance the overall experience.
- The game suffers from technical issues, including unresponsive controls and a lack of graphical options, which detracts from the overall experience.
- Many players find the game to be shallow and lacking in depth, with gameplay that feels repetitive and simplistic.
- The monetization system, requiring players to buy consumables to progress, is seen as a negative aspect that frustrates many users.
- graphics15 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are polarizing, with some players appreciating the quirky "doodle" art style while others criticize it as amateurish and lacking in quality. Many reviews highlight the simplistic 2D visuals, which do not improve with resolution adjustments, leading to a general consensus that the graphics detract from the overall experience. Despite the mixed opinions, some players find the art style fun and fitting for the game's upbeat nature.
“And gamers spend thousands of dollars on high-end rigs so they can enjoy cutting-edge 3D visuals.”
“I wanna start the review off by applauding the incredibly fun and interesting art style of the game.”
“I loved the art style and the noises and music fit perfectly.”
“Sure, on one hand you might really like the clumsy 'doodle' art, or you might see it as more an attempt to push a lazy and valueless game format with as little effort being put into the visuals as went into the gameplay design.”
“The artwork here is terrible; it's all just amateurish 'my first Wacom tablet' style drawings used instead of professional-looking game assets.”
“It's unclear if this is due to a lack of budget to arrange someone who can create graphical assets properly, or a lack of talent. Regardless, the overall visual quality of the game is extremely low, enough on its own to deter gamers.”
- gameplay7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity and decent controls, making it accessible for players. While some appreciate the core mechanics and power-ups, others criticize the overall execution as lacking depth and effort, comparing it unfavorably to more polished titles like Super Meat Boy. Overall, it offers a moderate challenge but may not satisfy those seeking a more refined experience.
“The idea behind the power-ups is good enough and the core mechanic is easy to understand and get into.”
“Gameplay is acceptable, it controls well enough and provides a decent challenge.”
“I went into the game expecting fast-paced Super Meat Boy-like gameplay.”
“Sure, on one hand you might really like the clumsy 'doodle' art, or you might see it as more an attempt to push a lazy and valueless game format with as little effort being put into the visuals as went into the gameplay design.”
“The gameplay is simple; the controls are okay enough.”
“Gameplay is acceptable; it controls well enough and provides a decent challenge.”
- music5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating its upbeat and comical nature, which complements the art style effectively. Some users noted the inclusion of "mystic" tones that provide a nice contrast to the more energetic melodies, enhancing the overall experience. However, while the music is enjoyable, it does not fully compensate for the game's imprecise controls.
“Music is great and I really loved that sometimes players can hear some 'mystic' tones instead of 'funny and fast' melodies playing all the time.”
“I loved the art style and the noises and music fit perfectly.”
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
“Comical sounds and music to match.”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating its funny art style, upbeat music, and comedic elements, such as quirky achievements. However, some users found the humor overshadowed by imprecise controls, which detracted from their overall enjoyment.
“That was very funny... your farts are gonna save your life.”
“Although the art style and music are funny and the whole game is very upbeat, I did not enjoy playing Escape Doodland because of the quirky controls that feel very imprecise.”
“Some funny comedy elements and achievements in it as well.”
- story2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is perceived as lacking engagement, with even its owners showing little interest. It conveys a moral about perseverance and the unpredictability of life, but fails to resonate with players.
“The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
“Hardly a success story; even the people who own this game weren't interested in it.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users report that the game's optimization is lacking, often requiring them to lower the resolution to achieve better performance.
“I had to lower the resolution to improve performance.”
“The game runs smoothly after tweaking the settings to optimize my experience.”
“I was able to achieve a significant boost in frame rates by adjusting the graphics options.”
“I had to lower the resolution to improve the performance.”
“The game runs poorly even on high-end hardware.”
“There are frequent frame drops that make the gameplay frustrating.”
