Goliath Depot

About

"Goliath Depot" is a local co-op 2D platformer game with retro-inspired graphics and music from the 1980s. Players must close all doors, kick away enemies, and rack up scores in 4 worlds with unique gimmicks and challenges. Unlockable modes, power-ups, and in-game achievements, as well as online leaderboards and speedrun mode, add replayability.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Co-Op Team up with friends to complete levels or missions together
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

100%

Audience ScoreBased on 82 reviews

gameplay14 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

Goliath Depot is a charming and addictive arcade platformer that successfully combines retro aesthetics with modern gameplay mechanics, making it accessible for both newcomers and seasoned players.
The game features tight controls, a variety of levels, and multiple difficulty settings, providing a solid challenge and encouraging replayability through speedrunning and leaderboard competitions.
With its engaging gameplay loop, great graphics, and a fantastic soundtrack, Goliath Depot captures the essence of classic arcade games while introducing unique elements that keep the experience fresh.

The game is relatively short, with a typical playtime of around 30 minutes for the main story, which may leave some players wanting more content.
Some players found the background music to be repetitive, wishing for a greater variety of tracks to enhance the overall experience.
While the game is designed to be accessible, some players may still find certain levels challenging, potentially leading to frustration for those less experienced with platformers.

gameplay
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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53%
8%
The gameplay is praised for its engaging mechanics and polished controls, reminiscent of classic 80s arcade games while incorporating modern quality-of-life improvements. Players appreciate the variety in level design and the introduction of new gameplay elements that keep the experience fresh and interesting. The game successfully blends retro aesthetics with innovative features, making it both nostalgic and unique, with a competitive edge for speedrunners.
- “It introduces new interesting mechanics in each level to keep the experience fresh.”
- “The gameplay feels like an authentic 80s arcade game, but with a ton of quality of life upgrades you'd find in more recent games.”
- “Classic feel, tight gameplay, original levels with cool mechanics, and a great soundtrack.”
- “The mappy element comes into play regarding the 'combat' (I use that term lightly) as well as the high risk high reward element of score attack focused gameplay and a similar layout regarding the level design.”
- “The first warehouse is a basic set of levels meant to introduce you to the main mechanics and what to do and how to win.”
- “The mechanics/gimmicks are simple to learn but take time to master.”
music
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
13%
13%
The music in the game is widely praised for its quality and ability to enhance the gaming experience, fitting the environments perfectly and supporting the overall energy. However, some players noted that the background tracks can be repetitive, expressing a desire for more variety and randomization in the music selection. Overall, the soundtrack contributes significantly to the game's modern retro feel and complements its engaging level design and gameplay mechanics.
- “The music is truly amazing and fits the worlds perfectly.”
- “Classic feel, tight gameplay, original levels with cool mechanics, and a great soundtrack.”
- “Graphics are spot on, music supports the energy throughout the experience, level design is always building up difficulty in a clever way and there's a sense of progression that's not generally expected from this kind of games.”
- “My only criticism so far is that the background music is quite repetitive (although a banger). I wish there were a couple more tracks and the game would choose a different one randomly when I start a new level.”
- “Oh yeah, also I want an orchestral version of the music.”
- “The music feels limited and could benefit from more variety to enhance the overall experience.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The graphics are highly praised for their retro aesthetic, effectively capturing the charm of 80s arcade games while maintaining a unique identity. The visuals are complemented by energetic music and clever level design, contributing to an engaging gameplay experience that feels both nostalgic and fresh. Overall, the graphics play a significant role in enhancing the fun and immersive nature of the game.
- “This is a great way to make a modern retro game; it obviously takes inspiration and mechanics from some of the golden era retro arcade games, yet it mixes and mashes things in regards to visuals, music, and game design to still stand up on its own two legs and hold its own identity.”
- “Graphics are spot on, music supports the energy throughout the experience, level design is always building up difficulty in a clever way, and there's a sense of progression that's not generally expected from this kind of game.”
- “It really feels like a game from the 80's for all the good reasons (aesthetically and gameplay-wise), while feeling like a pretty unique game.”
story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
38%
38%
The story is a brief, campy narrative that takes about 30 minutes to complete, centering on a character striving to become employee of the month while battling an evil new owner who is spawning possessed products. Although the plot is minimal and reminiscent of classic platformers, it lacks depth and complexity, focusing instead on a lighthearted quest to save the company.
- “The story is barely there, but the basic idea is that you are a person trying to become the employee of the month and catch up on late warehouse work. During all this, it turns out you need to literally and figuratively save the company because the new owner is an evil maniac, spawning evil possessed products. To save the company, you have to alert the CEO and stop the evil new owner's villainous plot.”
- “Playing through the story will probably take you about 30 minutes depending on how well you play.”
- “The story is barely there, but the basic idea is that you are a person trying to become the employee of the month and catch up on late warehouse work. During all this, it turns out you need to literally and figuratively save the company because the new owner is an evil maniac who is spawning evil possessed products. To save the company, you have to alert the CEO and stop the evil new owner's villainous plot.”
- “The first is with the campy story and similar pixelated and lightly animated cutscenes.”
- “While it's no story about an ape hoarding the hottest new toys from the world and everyone’s favorite plumber coming back to get the stolen goods back, the similarities are undoubtedly there.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players note that while the main game is relatively short for experienced platformer fans, it offers substantial post-game content that requires grinding to achieve optimal completion times.
- “The game itself is short for someone with some platforming experience, but there is a lot of post-game content and grinding to get the best time.”
- “The game itself is short for someone with some platforming experience, but there is a lot of post-game content and grinding to get the best time.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game offers excellent replayability, featuring unlockable power-ups, various challenges, and integrated high score and speedrun leaderboards that encourage players to return for new experiences and improved performance.
- “Great replayability with unlockable power-ups, challenges, and built-in high score & speedrun leaderboards.”