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Goodboy Galaxy

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96%Game Brain Score
music, gameplay
replayability, grinding
96% User Score Based on 56 reviews

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Goodboy Galaxy is a single player and multiplayer platformer game. It was developed by Goodboy Galaxy and was released on October 25, 2024. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

In "Goodboy Galaxy" , players control Maxwell, a dog on a mission to save his homeworld. They explore jam-packed levels, make friends and collect their friendship cards, and upgrade their blaster to defeat enemies and bosses. The game is available in multiple languages, and a native PC port will be available separately at a later date.

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96%
Audience ScoreBased on 56 reviews
music7 positive mentions
grinding3 negative mentions
  • Inventive level design with a unique mechanic of temporarily removing abilities, creating engaging puzzles and exploration.
  • Stunning visuals and a catchy soundtrack that enhance the overall experience, reminiscent of classic GBA games.
  • Charming characters and witty dialogue add personality and humor, making the game enjoyable and memorable.
  • Repetitive gameplay loop due to backtracking and the need to replay levels with different abilities can become tedious.
  • Some mini-games are frustratingly difficult, particularly for achievement hunters, which may sour the experience.
  • The map design, while creative, can be confusing and may lead to moments of feeling stuck or lost.
  • music
    17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received widespread acclaim for its catchy and immersive soundtrack, which enhances the overall experience without becoming tiresome. Players appreciate the variety of atmospheric tracks that complement different environments, and the option to switch between high-quality and original GBA music adds to the enjoyment. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's charm and appeal.

    • “The soundtrack deserves equal praise, offering a wide range of catchy, atmospheric tracks that match each environment and situation perfectly.”
    • “Incredible visuals, tight platforming, and a killer soundtrack make this game a must-buy.”
    • “A fantastic little game with great pixel art, puzzling gameplay, and a kickass soundtrack.”
    • “Incredible visuals, tight platforming and killer soundtrack make this a game a must buy, was planning on giving a positive review until I finished the game but reviews help out with visibility of the game and everyone should know about this game.”
    • “The same original GBA game but now with widescreen and high-quality music.”
    • “This version offers a co-op too which I haven't been able to play but is a plus over the GBA version and a high-quality soundtrack alongside the original score.”
  • gameplay
    15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay in this title is a mixed bag, with some players finding it repetitive and uninspiring, while others praise its innovative mechanics and level design that encourage exploration and replayability. The game features a unique ability-removal mechanic that enhances the experience, alongside engaging platforming, shooting, and puzzle-solving elements reminiscent of classic metroidvanias. Overall, it offers a charming and enjoyable gameplay loop, bolstered by beautiful visuals and a variety of collectibles and mini-games.

    • “It uses removing abilities as a core mechanic to make a thoughtfully designed level dynamically replayable.”
    • “A fun, casual metroidvania that offers an innovative mechanic to keep things interesting.”
    • “Goodboy Galaxy brings a refreshing twist to the collectathon platformer genre, weaving together clever mechanics, beautiful visuals, and a surprising amount of depth for such a compact game.”
    • “The gameplay loop is just lackluster and uninspiring.”
    • “Overall, a very cute game with a dreadfully boring and repetitive gameplay loop.”
    • “Gameplay-wise it's perhaps most reminiscent of Cave Story (or perhaps a little like 2D Metroid), with platforming, shooting action, exploration, and a little puzzle solving.”
  • graphics
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim for their impressive pixel art, vibrant colors, and detailed animations, especially considering its Game Boy Advance origins. Reviewers highlight the beautiful backgrounds and animated cutscenes that enhance the overall experience, praising the art style as both nostalgic and innovative within the retro platformer genre. Overall, the visuals are described as a standout feature that complements the game's tight level design and engaging mechanics.

    • “Don't even get me started on visuals - the animation, the backgrounds, and effects are some of the best pixel art you will ever see, and the colors are deeeeeelicious!”
    • “The graphics are vibrant and detailed for its 240x160 base resolution, with beautiful backgrounds and animated cutscenes that bring the world to life.”
    • “The art style is gorgeous, and it's crazy seeing what they were able to do with the limitations.”
    • “The pixelated graphics are very well done, the soundtrack fits the game wonderfully, the cutscenes are cool and this game even has a fresh-feeling fishing system that is immediately intuitive.”
  • story
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story is described as lighthearted and family-friendly, reminiscent of titles like Ratchet & Clank, with a blend of absurdist sci-fi elements and humor that appeals to both younger and older players. While the main narrative is engaging, players particularly enjoy the side quests and character interactions, which enhance the overall experience. The game's charming artwork and nostalgic design contribute to its compelling storytelling, making it hard to put down despite increasing difficulty.

    • “I did not want to stop playing this once I finished the main story, so I spent hours getting collectibles and unlocking all the game's secrets.”
    • “This is a simple but extremely tight Metroidvania platformer that has a nice story with beautiful artwork in line with old school handhelds.”
    • “The side quest about capturing all of the types of monsters was fun, and I found it to be a pretty good trip throughout all of the worlds; however, I really struggled to get all of them because there were a few that were really unintuitive.”
    • “Story and setting-wise, I'm most reminded of Ratchet & Clank, with a slightly absurdist sci-fi setting filled with lighthearted humor, all ostensibly quite family-friendly, but with much added content to appreciate for older players.”
  • humor
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is praised for its charming and humorous writing, featuring a variety of funny characters and delightful dialogue that includes clever references. Players enjoy the lighthearted tone and the adorable design, which enhances the overall fun experience while navigating through puzzles and platforming challenges.

    • “The game is adorable, humorous, and all around just a lot of fun!”
    • “A well animated and cute puzzle platformer with a genuine sense of humor and design intention.”
    • “The writing, too, has a light, charming touch with some cute, funny moments scattered throughout.”
  • replayability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game features a core mechanic of removing abilities, which contributes to thoughtfully designed levels that enhance dynamic replayability. Players find that this design encourages multiple playthroughs, as each attempt offers a fresh experience.

    • “It uses removing abilities as a core mechanic to make a thoughtfully designed level dynamically replayable.”
    • “The game offers multiple paths and choices, ensuring that each playthrough feels fresh and engaging.”
    • “With various character builds and strategies, I find myself coming back to explore new ways to tackle challenges.”
    • “The game lacks meaningful choices, making replayability feel tedious rather than engaging.”
    • “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back and play through it again.”
    • “The limited variety in gameplay mechanics means that replaying levels feels more like a chore than a fun experience.”
  • optimization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviewers praise the game's level design for its strong optimization, likening it to a maze that effectively challenges players' adaptability while gradually enhancing their limited move set.

    • “I particularly like how well optimized the level design is, like a maze that tests your flexibility with an in-universe bare-bones move set that optimizes over time.”
    • “The game's optimization allows for seamless transitions between levels, enhancing the overall experience and keeping the gameplay fluid.”
    • “I appreciate the attention to detail in the optimization of character abilities, which makes each playthrough feel unique and tailored to my style.”
  • grinding
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Many users recommend the game but caution that it involves tedious grinding, particularly due to frustrating backtracking through previously explored areas.

    • “Definitely recommend--but you're forewarned, some of the puzzles are frustratingly tedious because of all the backtracking over places you've already been.”
    • “The grinding in this game feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “I found myself spending hours on tasks that felt more like a chore than fun, which really dampened my overall experience.”
  • atmosphere
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its fun and engaging environment, complemented by a diverse and catchy soundtrack that enhances each setting and situation. Overall, players find the atmosphere to be a significant highlight, contributing to an enjoyable gaming experience.

    • “The soundtrack deserves equal praise, offering a wide range of catchy, atmospheric tracks that match each environment and situation perfectly.”
    • “The general atmosphere of the game is tons of fun.”
  • character development
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development is a standout feature, with each of the 67 "friends" being uniquely designed and memorable, contributing to a rich and engaging experience. Players particularly highlight specific characters, such as kapparama, as favorites, showcasing the depth and individuality of the cast.

    • “Character design is another highlight—each of the 67 'friends' you encounter is uniquely crafted and memorable, with Kapparama standing out as a personal favorite (where is my friendship card?)!”
  • stability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users consistently praise the game's stability, highlighting its solid performance and lack of bugs, contributing to a smooth gaming experience.

    • “Not to mention how solid and bug-free it is.”
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8h Median play time
8h Average play time
14h Main story
26h Completionist
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Goodboy Galaxy is a platformer game.

Goodboy Galaxy is available on PC, Steam Deck, Windows, Linux and others.

The main story can be completed in around 14 hours, while the entire game is estimated to take about 26 hours to finish. On average players spend around 8 hours playing Goodboy Galaxy.

Goodboy Galaxy was released on October 25, 2024.

Goodboy Galaxy was developed by Goodboy Galaxy.

Goodboy Galaxy has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its replayability.

Goodboy Galaxy is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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