Gordy and the Monster Moon
- September 29, 2023
- Twinbeard
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Get on itch.io StoreIn "Gordy and the Monster Moon" , play as a pumpkin astronaut embarking on spooky adventures across the Monster Moon's peculiar biomes. Hunt for upgrades, unlock shortcuts, and use a cobweb to fend off monsters. Meet intriguing characters, like Gordy's dad, and tackle Lander B's mysteries in this exploration-driven game.
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Reviews
- Charming and cute, offering a fun and engaging exploration experience reminiscent of classic Zelda games.
- Short and sweet gameplay, typically taking around an hour to complete, making it a perfect bite-sized adventure.
- Well-designed puzzles and mechanics that reveal themselves naturally, providing satisfying exploration and progression.
- The game could benefit from additional music tracks, as the single looping track can become repetitive over time.
- Some players may find certain puzzles unclear, leading to moments of confusion about what to do next.
- While enjoyable, the game may feel too short for some, leaving players wanting more content.
- gameplay4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by simple yet enjoyable mechanics that unfold naturally, providing a fun and engaging experience. Players find the challenge of evading enemies to be well-balanced, striking a satisfying mix of excitement without being overly difficult. Overall, the gameplay is described as short, sweet, and entertaining.
“The mechanics are pretty simple, but it's a lot of fun.”
“Short and sweet, with fun mechanics that reveal themselves to you naturally during play.”
“The game's main mechanics are swell - running away from enemies is just challenging enough; not too difficult, but you definitely feel that you're being chased.”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by its quirky and oddball style, reminiscent of the unique "twinbeard" humor that fans have come to love. Players appreciate the blend of simplicity and elegance in the design, which complements the game's fun and whimsical narrative. Overall, there is a strong desire for more strange and funny content in future installments of the franchise.
“A fun, short adventure game with that wonderfully weird humor.”
“Simple yet elegant design, featuring some of that delightful twinbeard humor.”
“I can't wait to see what is next for the Frog Fractions franchise; I hope we get more strange and funny spin-offs, or maybe even a new mainline game.”
- music2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Overall, the music in the game is well-received, with a strong and enjoyable loop; however, some users feel that an additional track would enhance the experience.
“The music loop is also really good!”
“The only criticism I have is the need for at least one more music track.”
“The only criticism I have is the need for at least one more music track.”
- story2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story features a straightforward plot centered around a pumpkin astronaut exploring a Halloween-themed planet, complemented by a whimsical bedtime story narrated by a frog to his child.
“The plot is simple: you're a pumpkin astronaut on a Halloween-themed planet.”
“A frog tells his child a bedtime story.”
“The plot is simple: you're a pumpkin astronaut on a Halloween-themed planet.”
“A frog tells his kid a bedtime story.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features nostalgic retro graphics that evoke a classic feel, enhancing the puzzle-solving experience as players progress and unlock new areas through item collection.
“The puzzle game features charming old-school retro graphics that enhance the nostalgic experience.”
“The graphics beautifully evolve as you progress, revealing new areas and adding depth to the gameplay.”
“The retro aesthetic is not only visually appealing but also complements the game's mechanics perfectly.”
“The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
“The visuals are bland and uninspired, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“The art style is inconsistent, which detracts from the overall experience.”
