FixFox

74%
Game Brain Score Based on 231 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • music
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FixFox respects your time, offering a wholesome adventure filled with puzzles, quirky characters, and a laid back journey through space.
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Fixfox is a single-player, open-world mystery adventure game set in a sci-fi world where tools are forbidden. Play as Vix, an unlucky space mechanic, who crash lands on the planet Karamel and must repair friendly appliances and discover hidden stashes left by pirates. Traverse the planet on a scooter, clear pathways with a power loader, and enjoy the stunning visuals, sensational gameplay, and outstanding soundtrack as you embark on this wholesome, emotional journey with your trusty toolbox Tin.

  • PC
  • Windows
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Reviews

74%
Audience ScoreBased on 231 reviews
story69 positive mentions
grinding9 negative mentions
  • Charming and cute art style with a delightful soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
  • Engaging story with emotional depth, exploring themes of connection and self-discovery.
  • Relaxing gameplay that allows for exploration and puzzle-solving without the pressure of combat.
  • Repetitive gameplay mechanics that can become tedious over time, with similar tasks and puzzles.
  • Some bugs and glitches that can disrupt the experience, including game-breaking issues.
  • The ending may feel unsatisfying or clichéd to some players, detracting from the overall narrative impact.
  • story199 mentions

    The game's story is a central element that many players found engaging, with a mix of charming characters and intriguing themes, such as AI ethics and personal growth. However, the pacing and repetitive gameplay mechanics often detracted from the overall experience, leading to moments of tedium and frustration. While some players appreciated the narrative twists and emotional depth, others felt the story became convoluted or unsatisfying by the end, indicating a divide in how effectively the story resonated with different audiences.

    • “Amazing story, interesting puzzle-like gameplay, and the music is amazing too!”
    • “The story is extremely well-written and even hours after finishing it, I can't stop thinking about it.”
    • “Absolutely loved this game, the gameplay is fun and not too much, but the story is amazing, definitely one of my favorite story games.”
    • “The story felt like a drag and the ending made me really disappointed.”
    • “The game isn't just afraid of the audience not getting to continue the story, it's also afraid of the audience not understanding the story, so instead of letting you think about what it's showing you and why, the game just tells you what to think.”
    • “The loop is supposed to go [spoiler]loot 'stashes' on the map for large amounts of random low-tier consumables, use them to fix procedurally generated 'wild missions' to get higher tier consumables, use those for main story fixes, move on to next area[/spoiler], but these steps in practice only add pointless busywork to advancing the story in much the same way random battles in JRPGs do.”
  • gameplay124 mentions

    The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it charming and relaxing initially, but ultimately repetitive and lacking depth. While the core mechanics of fixing items and solving puzzles are seen as fun, they often become tedious due to poor execution and an overabundance of mechanics that feel underutilized. Overall, while the game offers a delightful aesthetic and engaging story, the gameplay loop fails to maintain excitement, leading to a sense of monotony as players progress.

    • “Great soundtrack, the fixing mechanic is cool, if a bit on the easy side. Still, glad I bought the game, and it was pretty easy to get all the achievements, which is always satisfying.”
    • “Charming, excellent music, and a relaxing gameplay loop.”
    • “Absolutely loved this game, the gameplay is fun and not too much, but the story is amazing, definitely one of my favorite story games.”
    • “Don't be fooled by the cute little demo; the style is accurate, but the gameplay quickly becomes annoying.”
    • “It tries to offer many different gameplay systems, but fails at nearly all of them.”
    • “The gameplay is a muddled mess.”
  • music49 mentions

    The music in the game has received widespread acclaim for its catchy and charming soundtrack, which enhances the overall experience and complements the game's aesthetic. While many players find the music delightful and relaxing, some note that it can become repetitive over time. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a highlight, with many expressing a desire for it to be available as a standalone purchase.

    • “The music is catchy, and Vix has a fantastic leitmotif that works its way into many other tracks.”
    • “Absolutely amazing story game with creative mechanics, beautiful graphics, great sound design, and stunning music.”
    • “Really I can't underscore enough how pleasant and just overall enjoyable every song in the game is, especially as you ride between old semi-abandoned towns having a little folksy guitar backing you up and setting the mood was really perfect.”
    • “Now the soundtrack wasn't something I was necessarily fond of, and its monotony sometimes grew tiresome, but it was a very calming and relaxed tone for a majority of it.”
    • “Of course, there was different music for the driving points of the story, but the traveling music was similar enough to each other I did eventually grow old of listening to it.”
    • “A minor gripe I got is that the game has a quite American flavor - you have good ol' American farmers, apple pie, a country fair, and banjo music.”
  • emotional32 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is widely praised for its heartwarming and wholesome storytelling, often evoking strong feelings such as joy and sadness among players. Many reviews highlight the game's ability to tackle deep themes like family, acceptance, and personal growth, while maintaining a lighthearted and charming atmosphere. Overall, players find the emotional journey both touching and memorable, with several noting that it left a lasting impact long after finishing the game.

    • “A good visual novel is one that goes for the emotional jugular, and Fixfox masterfully hit home, at least to me, on at least a half-dozen occasions.”
    • “I'm surprised how it ended; I laughed, I cried, but it has left a warm glow in my heart which will keep me warm this winter.”
    • “By the end, I cried so hard my face hurt, but I say that in an extremely positive way.”
  • graphics27 mentions

    The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many praising the charming art style and vibrant aesthetics reminiscent of retro 8-bit visuals. While some players find the graphics beautiful and well-executed, others note that they can feel unfinished or functional, detracting from the overall experience. Overall, the game's visuals are highlighted as a strong point, contributing to its cozy atmosphere and engaging narrative, despite some minor graphical bugs.

    • “I love the graphics.”
    • “Absolutely amazing story game with creative mechanics, beautiful graphics, great sound design, and stunning music.”
    • “The graphics are pretty stand-out for this kind of game, extremely stylized characters and a vertical top down perspective you rarely see in games these days.”
    • “Graphics are serviceable, but nothing special.”
    • “There's a few bugs, mainly graphical, that can take away from the game (I also soft-locked myself in one of the warehouses, whoops), but I'm sure all of these things will be fixed in a matter of time.”
    • “While the graphic style and the premise of the game and its design are really good, it's absolutely awful at storytelling, which ruins the game for me.”
  • humor18 mentions

    The humor in the game is described as a blend of charming and quirky writing, with a mix of clever dialogue and offbeat scenarios that evoke a lighthearted atmosphere. While some characters and jokes may fall flat for certain players, the overall experience is enriched by humorous interactions and a whimsical narrative, making it a delightful and relaxing adventure. The game successfully balances its comedic elements with deeper themes, resulting in a wholesome and enjoyable experience.

    • “Looking back, I think I had more fun discovering all the quirky gameplay elements for the first time, which felt fitting for the game’s offbeat, Undertale-like sense of humor.”
    • “Loads of humor and charm makes the right to repair a joyful romp with colorful characters and clever dialogue.”
    • “A very wholesome and funny game, with creative characters with unique personalities.”
  • grinding11 mentions

    Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat tedious and repetitive, particularly during quest patterns and map traversal. While some reviews note that the engaging storyline helps mitigate the tedium, others feel that certain gameplay elements drag on, making the experience less enjoyable at times. However, a few titles are praised for effectively minimizing grinding, maintaining a better balance between gameplay and narrative.

    • “The puzzles are challenging but not overly tedious, making the grinding feel rewarding.”
    • “Overall, the grinding isn't too tedious and is well-paced within the story.”
    • “Though it does get a bit tedious at times; there's a pattern of quests that happens in groups of 4, and it happens several times, and it starts to drag on after a while.”
    • “Traversing the maps becomes boring and tedious, sometimes finding a job that gives you that one tool you require to progress becomes tedious.”
    • “The story kept me playing till the end even though the gameplay became a bit tedious and repetitive after the first 4 hours.”
  • character development2 mentions

    Reviews indicate that character development is lacking, with poor character design and NPCs that fail to engage players on a meaningful level, resulting in interactions that feel superficial and unimpactful.

    • “I can't say I agree with the reviews; the character design is poor, and NPCs rarely mean anything to the player beyond surface level.”
    • “The character development and denizens you have to interact with are unfortunately all a little bit one-dimensional, literally.”
  • atmosphere2 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its relaxing and immersive qualities, featuring beautiful landscapes, a polite and peaceful narrative, and a catchy soundtrack that together create a cozy experience for players.

    • “Overall worth a play, the atmosphere is great and it's pretty relaxing.”
    • “I sat myself in front of the TV with a controller (which I don't usually do) and let the beautiful landscapes, polite and peaceful story, catchy soundtrack, and the overall cozy atmosphere of the game completely engulf me.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    The optimization of the game has received mixed feedback, with some users noting performance issues that hinder gameplay, particularly for players like Vix, who is portrayed as struggling in her role. Overall, the game's optimization may require further refinement to enhance the user experience.

    • “The game's optimization is a mess; I frequently experience frame drops and stuttering during gameplay.”
    • “Despite having a high-end PC, the game struggles to maintain a stable frame rate, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
    • “The loading times are excessively long, and the overall performance feels unpolished and rushed.”
  • stability1 mentions

    While the game is generally well-received, players have noted occasional camera glitches and freezes that detract from the overall experience.

    • “Some camera glitches and freezes could use fixing, but this is a gem.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    The game is generally perceived to have little to no replay value, indicating that players may not find sufficient incentive to revisit it after completing the initial experience.

    • “Little to no replay value.”
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Critic Reviews

80% average critic score

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Play time

3hMedian play time
6hAverage play time
2-12hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 3 analyzed playthroughs

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