GASTRONOMY
- April 16, 2023
- Matt Eshleman
Get on itch.io StoreFind the right crew chemistry to uncover the planets of this strange yet familiar new galaxy. Some pilots go well together, reaching new heights that would be unthinkable solo. Guess and experiment to discover what lies at the farthest reaches of 'The Gastral Plane'. All images in GASTRONOMY are A.I.-generated, custom made using PixelVibe's asset creator tool. This game was made in one week as t…
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Reviews
- The game is highly addictive and offers a satisfying experience with its unique puzzles and charming aesthetics.
- The AI-generated content is both entertaining and thought-provoking, making it a fun social game for gatherings.
- The quirky visuals and engaging gameplay provide a unique and enjoyable experience, appealing to a wide range of players.
- Some puzzles can be extremely difficult to guess, which may frustrate players.
- The visuals could use some improvement, as they may not appeal to everyone.
- Players who are not familiar with puzzle games might find certain aspects challenging.
- graphics4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics received positive feedback for their appealing aesthetics, particularly in the gift shop area, with some users appreciating the retro visuals. However, there are suggestions that the visuals could be improved to enhance the overall experience for a wider audience.
“I love the graphics (and so does my roommate, who, upon passing by my screen, stopped to comment on the cool aesthetics of the gift shop)!”
“Also liked the retro-looking visuals.”
“The visuals could use some work, but I could see this being fun for a variety of ages.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by a blend of benign yet creepy art and clever prompts that elicit laughter, providing a lighthearted experience. Players appreciate the balance between humor and challenge, as the hints help maintain engagement without leading to frustration.
“The art is benign at first glance but becomes creepy, weird, or funny when you really look at it, and being able to cash in the hints keeps it from getting too frustrating.”
“It's a plus that some of the prompts are quite funny.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the gameplay unique and thoroughly enjoyable, highlighting its distinctiveness compared to other games.
“I've never played any game like this before, and I enjoyed the gameplay thoroughly.”
