Goobies

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Goobies is a single player casual role playing game. It was developed by Höganäs Spel and was released on July 14, 2023. It received very positive reviews from players.

"Goobies" is a single-player role-playing game with top-down auto-shooter gameplay and roguelike elements. Choose from 5 unique champions, collect over 30 items with multiple upgrades, and unlock up to 20 artifacts to change the game's mechanics and visuals. With procedurally generated levels, increasing difficulty, and an in-game encyclopedia to track your progress and learn about the lore, "Goobies" offers spectacular gameplay, ingenious graphics, exceptional music, and splendid replayability, despite being hilariously buggy.

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Audience ScoreBased on 2,796 reviews

graphics88 positive mentions

grinding34 negative mentions

Fun and addictive gameplay with a charming art style and satisfying sound design.
Offers a variety of characters and upgrades, allowing for different build strategies.
Great for casual play, providing a relaxing experience while still being engaging.

Lacks content and variety, leading to repetitive gameplay after a few hours.
Experiences significant bugs, including crashes and issues with unlocks and upgrades.
Visual clutter can make it difficult to see projectiles and enemy attacks, especially in late-game scenarios.

graphics
178 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of "Goobies" are widely praised for their vibrant, cute, and simplistic art style, which enhances the overall gameplay experience. However, some players note that the visual clarity can suffer during intense gameplay, making it difficult to distinguish between enemies and projectiles. Overall, while the aesthetic is charming and engaging, it may hinder readability in chaotic moments.
- “Goobies dazzles with its vibrant, fun visuals that immediately draw you in.”
- “The immense beauty of the graphics is a blessing for the eyes to see, and the gameplay is simply outstanding.”
- “The graphics are cute and gooey and extremely well optimized for the large numbers of enemies they have.”
- “There are barely any graphics options; you can't change the detail of the game, besides disabling shadows.”
- “Poor visual clarity due to low poly graphics mixed with enemies 'splattering' into blobs upon death.”
- “A just okay 'one of these' games, but the art style seriously gets in the way of readability and playability.”
gameplay
148 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally described as simple and straightforward, offering a fun yet repetitive experience that can become monotonous over time due to a lack of variety in maps and enemy types. While the mechanics are polished and the sound design enhances the experience, many players feel that the game needs more content and innovation to maintain long-term engagement. Overall, it provides a decent amount of entertainment but may not stand out in a crowded genre.
- “The good art style mixed with the awesome gameplay and upgrades is a match made in heaven.”
- “Gameplay is refreshingly simple, requiring minimal thought yet offering endless entertainment.”
- “Super addictive gameplay loop with a fun breakcore soundtrack, big recommend.”
- “The lack of variety and ease of gameplay is honestly what kills this.”
- “It gets repetitive fast and has a simple gameplay loop that's limited by a lack of variety in map type and lackluster enemy modifiers (which get unlocked very slowly).”
- “Once all unlockables have been obtained, the gameplay becomes static, with the only novelty being the gradual inflation of your stats on the scoreboard.”
music
84 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
52%
43%
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many players praising its fun, quirky, and relaxing qualities that enhance the overall experience. Some describe it as a standout feature that complements the game's visuals, while others find certain tracks to be less appealing or even annoying. Overall, the soundtrack is noted for its enjoyable vibe, making it suitable for casual play and background listening.
- “The game's music and soundscape are a standout feature, providing a soothing, relaxing backdrop that's perfect for unwinding after a long day.”
- “It's mostly a vibe game, with a cutesy pastel art style with vibey music, and the chain reaction gameplay makes it pretty chill and satisfying.”
- “Super addictive gameplay loop with a fun breakcore soundtrack, big recommend.”
- “This game is pretty fun, capable of some pretty goofy builds, but holy moly the music is inexcusably bad.”
- “My other small aside, and if anything was going to get me to thumbs-down this game rather than thumbs-up it's this, there's one song in the game that has this static-y drone sound to it.”
- “Not good music.”
humor
44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its humor, featuring funny characters, silly names, and amusing soundtracks that enhance the overall experience. While the humor is consistently noted as a highlight, some players feel that the gameplay can become repetitive due to limited character abilities. Overall, it offers a lighthearted and entertaining atmosphere, making it a fun choice for casual gaming.
- “Great game, lots of replay value, cute and funny characters.”
- “Yet another vampire survivors clone but chock full of blobby physics and a great sense of humor.”
- “Overall I would rate Goobies an 8/10 because it rhymes with a funny word and I made approximately 536 jokes about being gooed on.”
replayability
42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game is praised for its high replayability, with many players finding it addictive and enjoyable to revisit. While some reviews note a lack of depth compared to similar titles, the inclusion of different character builds, upgrades, and modifiers enhances the replay value. However, a few players suggest that additional features could further improve the experience for completionists and high score seekers.
- “Very addictive and lots of replayability.”
- “Great game, lots of replay value, cute and funny characters.”
- “The game is highly addictive and the replay value is amazing.”
- “It's easier to pick up than Vampire Survivors, although the trade-off for its ease is that it isn't quite as deep nor does it have the same replay value.”
- “A simple time sink that's easy to master, but lacks any meaningful depth, with average replayability.”
- “I recognize this is probably due to the developers' scope for the game to be an 8-10 hour game, but adding just a couple more upgrades might make this game more replayable for completionists and high score seekers.”
grinding
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The grinding aspect of the game has received significant criticism, with players noting that the process of unlocking upgrades and characters is excessively tedious and repetitive. Many feel that the endgame lacks content, leading to a frustrating experience where players must repeatedly engage with the same static maps and limited weapon choices. Overall, while the game has a solid foundation, the grinding required to progress can detract from enjoyment, making it feel like a chore rather than a rewarding experience.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “But soon enough you realize, that no matter what you upgrade or unlock - it becomes repetitive and grindy real quick.”
- “You pick one blob and play through the same set of static maps with the same choice of weapons over and over again, grinding for the currency to upgrade your stats and the process is quite tedious.”
- “Solid game, but be prepared for about half your total playtime to be tedious grinding if you want to unlock everything.”
optimization
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players noting significant performance issues, particularly during late-game scenarios where lag becomes problematic due to excessive enemy spawns and experience orbs. While some users appreciate the overall polish and execution, they express frustration over the lack of optimization for controller use and the game's tendency to slow down dramatically under heavy load. Despite recent improvements, the optimization remains a concern, drawing comparisons to poorly optimized titles at launch.
- “It's not gonna blow your socks off, but it's optimized well and keeps me entertained.”
- “The game as is, is very polished in its presentation and performance, and the only thing I'd really like to see is just more content, which I'm sure will come with more time.”
- “Oddly appealing, has a few performance issues, but fun to see how high you can go before your computer begins to stridently protest.”
- “Performance is very poor in later stages.”
- “This game has never cared about optimization; every run I've had that didn't miraculously end due to bad RNG usually ends because thousands of enemies spawn on the map and lag me out so badly I end up running into a horde of enemies.”
- “The game is not optimized to take on all the things it throws at you, and it's concerning that the game was released like this.”
stability
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game exhibits significant stability issues, with numerous users reporting bugs and glitches that detract from the overall experience. While it runs well on the Steam Deck, performance can lag during later stages, and many players express hope for future fixes. Overall, the game is enjoyable but currently too buggy to recommend confidently.
- “Runs great on Steam Deck, providing a stable experience overall despite occasional lag as you progress further in the game.”
- “I enjoy the gameplay loop well enough, but it's too buggy to recommend in good faith right now.”
- “Boring, ugly, generic and extremely buggy; the result of going for 'style' over substance.”
- “Fun game, but it is currently extremely buggy with unlocks and pickups.”
story
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is criticized for its lack of a coherent story, definitive end goal, or structured missions, leaving players feeling unfulfilled. Many users express a desire for a more engaging narrative or quirky elements to enhance the experience. Overall, the absence of a compelling storyline detracts from the gameplay.
- “A nice, goofy story wouldn't go amiss either.”
- “The game lacks a definitive end goal or a storyline.”
- “I prefer having structured missions and/or time limits, and unlocking endless as an option, but maybe that's me.”
- “There are no new biomes or challenges, quests, or hidden characters.”
emotional
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by the warm, welcoming atmosphere of the cafe, which evokes feelings of comfort and community. Players also express frustration with certain gameplay mechanics that disrupt their experience, contrasting the wholesome charm of characters like Mario and Luigi with the chaotic challenges presented by bosses. Overall, the emotional responses range from heartwarming to exasperating, reflecting a mix of connection and challenge.
- “From the moment I stepped inside the charming little cafe, I was greeted with warm smiles and a friendly atmosphere that made me feel right at home.”
- “It's heartwarming to know that they care about the environment and the community.”
- “You start with Mario – the wholesome all-Italian plumbing superman; you reflect him to create Luigi – the same thing but slightly less.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere is consistently praised for its charm and warmth, creating an inviting environment that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the balance of powerful items and engaging characters, though some find certain achievements to be overly grindy or reliant on luck.
- “From the moment I stepped inside the charming little cafe, I was greeted with warm smiles and a friendly atmosphere that made me feel right at home.”
- “Atmosphere is great, characters are good, items are powerful but balanced.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its monetization model, as it features no in-app purchases, enhancing the overall player experience.
- “This is a great game and it has no in-app purchases.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development initially captures interest but ultimately falls short, leaving players feeling that it is shallow and unsatisfying as the game progresses.