Goobies

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"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.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

91%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,501 reviews

graphics47 positive mentions

grinding18 negative mentions

Goobies offers a fun and addictive gameplay experience with a charming art style and satisfying sound design.
The game features a variety of characters and abilities, allowing for different build strategies and playstyles.
It's a great time killer, perfect for casual gaming sessions, and provides a unique twist on the vampire survivor genre.

The game suffers from limited content and replayability, with many players feeling it becomes repetitive after a few hours.
There are significant bugs, including issues with character unlocks and performance drops during late-game runs.
The visual clutter and lack of clarity in enemy attacks can lead to frustrating deaths, making it difficult to navigate during chaotic moments.

graphics
96 mentions
49 % positive mentions
47 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The graphics of "Goobies" are widely praised for their vibrant, playful art style that enhances the overall enjoyment of the game. While many players appreciate the cute and simplistic visuals, some note that the cluttered screen during intense gameplay can hinder clarity and readability. Overall, the aesthetic is considered charming and engaging, though it may not appeal to everyone and can lead to visual confusion in later stages.
- “The game features a vibrant and playful art style that adds to the overall fun, making the colorful characters and environments a joy to explore.”
- “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 visuals can get extremely cluttered as a run goes on, to the point that I struggle to see where I am, where the enemies are, and what is happening on screen.”
- “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
82 mentions
40 % positive mentions
54 % neutral mentions
6 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Goobies" is characterized by its simplicity and charm, offering a straightforward loop of character selection, enemy defeat, and upgrades. While many players appreciate the fun mechanics and satisfying visuals, there are concerns about repetitiveness, lack of variety in maps and enemies, and a slow progression system that can lead to a grind. Overall, the game provides enjoyable moments but may require additional content and improvements to maintain long-term engagement.
- “The good art style mixed with the awesome gameplay and upgrades is a match made in heaven.”
- “Players can choose from a variety of characters, each with their own unique abilities and playstyles, allowing for personalized gameplay experiences.”
- “Overall, Goobies is an exciting and enjoyable title that successfully blends action and roguelite mechanics, providing endless hours of fun and replayability for players of all skill levels!”
- “This usually leads to gameplay just involving running in a circle and shooting behind you.”
- “The lack of variety and ease of gameplay is honestly what kills this.”
- “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
45 mentions
51 % positive mentions
42 % neutral mentions
7 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many players praising its catchy, fun, and relaxing qualities that enhance the overall experience. Some describe it as a standout feature, blending ambient melodies with upbeat tracks that create a soothing atmosphere, while others criticize certain songs as being less enjoyable. Overall, the soundtrack is noted for its ability to complement the game's quirky visuals and gameplay, making it a significant aspect for many players.
- “The game's music and soundscape are a standout feature, providing a soothing, relaxing backdrop that's perfect for unwinding after a long day.”
- “The soundtrack, an exquisite blend of ambient melodies and pulse-pounding beats, enhances the immersive experience, enveloping players in an auditory journey as intellectually stimulating as the gameplay itself.”
- “The quirky retro glop-gloop music matches the visuals.”
- “This game is pretty fun, capable of some pretty goofy builds, but holy moly the music is inexcusably bad.”
- “Not good music.”
- “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.”
humor
23 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, featuring funny characters, amusing item names, and a lighthearted tone that enhances the overall experience. While the gameplay can become repetitive, the silly graphics and quirky sound design contribute to its charm, making it a fun and enjoyable title for players seeking a comedic gaming experience. However, some reviewers noted that the lack of variety in character abilities may limit the humor's impact over time.
- “Great game, lots of replay value, cute and funny characters.”
- “I really love this game how you can get artifacts that are named very funny and how the different items are named funny as well such as goo and explosive blobs.”
- “Yet another vampire survivors clone but chock-a-block full of blobby physics and a great sense of humor.”
replayability
22 mentions
68 % positive mentions
18 % neutral mentions
14 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's replayability is a mixed bag; while some players find it highly addictive with plenty of replay value due to character differences and upgrades, others note a lack of depth and limited incentives compared to similar titles in the genre. Many appreciate the casual nature and fun mechanics that encourage repeated play, but some suggest that additional content or balancing could enhance the experience for completionists.
- “Overall, Goobies is an exciting and enjoyable title that successfully blends action and roguelite mechanics, providing endless hours of fun and replayability for players of all skill levels!”
- “The game is highly addictive and the replay value is amazing.”
- “100% replayable and pretty addicting on top of that.”
- “Maybe my favorite of the vampire survivor-esque games I've played, there's unfortunately much more limited replay value or incentive than some of the other games in this genre, but what is here is really great.”
- “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.”
grinding
20 mentions
5 % positive mentions
5 % neutral mentions
90 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessive and tedious, with many expressing frustration over the repetitive nature of gameplay and the lengthy process required to unlock upgrades and achievements. While some enjoy the art style and character variety, the lack of engaging endgame content and the necessity of grinding for improvements detracts from the overall experience, leading to a consensus that the game could benefit from a more balanced approach to progression.
- “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
18 mentions
22 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
44 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is a mixed bag; while it features polished art and execution, many players report significant performance issues, particularly during late-game scenarios where lag becomes problematic due to overwhelming enemy spawns and experience orbs. Some users noted improvements in performance over time, but the game still struggles with controller UI optimization and can drop to very low frame rates under heavy load. Despite these challenges, the game remains entertaining for many, though it may frustrate those seeking a smoother experience.
- “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 hasn't miraculously ended due to bad RNG usually ends because thousands of enemies spawn on the map and lag me out so bad 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
11 mentions
9 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
91 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with many reporting numerous bugs and glitches that hinder the overall experience. While some players enjoy the gameplay and express hope for future fixes, the consensus is that the game is currently too unstable to recommend confidently. Overall, it appears that the game needs substantial improvements in stability before it can be fully endorsed.
- “Runs great on Steam Deck; it can be laggy once you get far, but the difficulty curve will challenge you around that time anyway.”
- “Badly made, buggy trash game abandoned by the dev; avoid.”
- “I enjoy the gameplay loop well enough, but it's too buggy to recommend in good faith right now.”
- “Fun game, but it is currently extremely buggy with unlocks and pickups.”
story
9 mentions
22 % positive mentions
44 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as rich and engaging, with players investing significant hours without reaching a conclusion, indicating depth. However, some users feel the absence of new biomes, quests, or a clear end goal detracts from the experience, suggesting a desire for more structured storytelling elements. Overall, while the narrative is appreciated, it may not satisfy those looking for a more defined plot or mission structure.
- “Great story-rich game, I'm 91 hours into the game and I've only just begun to scratch the surface.”
- “A nice, goofy story wouldn't go amiss either.”
- “The game lacks a definitive end goal or a storyline.”
- “There are no new biomes or challenges, quests, or hidden characters.”
- “I prefer having structured missions and/or time limits, and unlocking endless as an option, but maybe that's just me.”
emotional
6 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players find the game emotionally engaging due to its wholesome community interactions and the warm, inviting atmosphere of its settings, such as a charming cafe. The developers' commitment to the environment and community adds to the heartfelt experience, although some gameplay elements can lead to frustration, detracting from the overall emotional connection. The nostalgic references, like the portrayal of beloved characters, further enhance the emotional resonance for players.
- “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.”
- “I think the devs and interactions with their community are so wholesome and did wonderful to improve their game :)”
atmosphere
2 mentions
150 % positive mentions
-50 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is highly praised for its charm and warmth, creating an inviting environment that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the balance of powerful items and well-developed characters, although some achievements may require excessive grinding or 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.”
- “The atmosphere is immersive, drawing you into the world and making every moment feel significant.”
- “The haunting soundtrack and beautifully crafted environments create an atmosphere that is both captivating and eerie.”
monetization
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
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
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Character development initially appears promising, but many users find it ultimately shallow and unsatisfying as the game progresses.