Goscurry

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Goscurry is a single player arcade racing game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Demigiant and was released on January 16, 2015. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Relax, don't panic, be brave. Reach as many cities as you can by piloting a ship on a perpetually assembling road suspended over a stylized and surreal landscape, while taking sharp corners, evading hazards and rushing through speedfreak modes. A hard electro-beat game.

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Audience ScoreBased on 35 reviews

music14 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

Goscurry features addictive gameplay with a challenging yet fair difficulty curve, making it easy to get lost in the experience.
The game boasts a phenomenal soundtrack that enhances the overall experience and adapts to the gameplay, creating an engaging atmosphere.
The visuals are colorful and appealing, with a retro aesthetic that complements the fast-paced action and keeps players entertained.

The game can be extremely difficult, which may deter casual players and lead to frustration, especially for those not accustomed to high-skill games.
Unlocking new ships and cities can take a significant amount of time and effort, which may feel tedious for some players.
The initial warning about the game's difficulty might discourage newcomers, as it sets an intimidating tone right from the start.

music
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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12%
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising its phenomenal and catchy electro-beat soundtrack that enhances the gameplay experience. The soundtrack is noted for its ability to adapt to the rhythm of the game, creating an immersive and nostalgic atmosphere that complements the fast-paced action. Overall, the music is described as a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's addictive nature and enjoyment.
- “Amazing game with an even better soundtrack!”
- “The graphics in this game, as well as the music and sounds give the game a very arcade/retro electronic feel.”
- “Just zone out, follow the twisting path of the line ahead, and lose yourself to the beat of the music as it electronically charges your mind and body, putting you into that nostalgic state of euphoria needed to find the flow.”
- “The music is decent, average 8-bit fast-paced beats.”
- “Quick paced reaction game that will play to those who want an advanced form of temple run, and has decent music with several levels of difficulty that complement the experience.”
- “The more important element, however, is the electronic soundtrack, which adapts to the rhythm of the gameplay (speeds up, slows down, etc.).”
gameplay
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
39%
44%
17%
The gameplay is characterized by familiar mechanics such as jumping, dodging, and fast-paced combinations, offering a challenging and addictive experience reminiscent of classic arcade games. Players enjoy the hypnotic pathways and obstacle-dodging elements, enhanced by a dynamic electronic soundtrack that adapts to the gameplay rhythm. While some details may seem superfluous, they contribute to the game's unique charm and visual appeal.
- “And you can actually dodge the obstacles by making a fast left-right, which is fun and adds variety to the gameplay.”
- “Great and simple gameplay, great soundtrack, and... man... this is really freaking hard.”
- “The addictive gameplay is complemented by minimalistic, but pleasant and colorful visuals.”
- “It's not game-changing; the mechanics are well known: jump, dodge, turn, and then combinations, and then faster.”
- “The gameplay is reminiscent of arcade games where the story usually didn’t matter, and the gameplay was shallow but hard and addictive.”
- “There are a lot of details in this game that are useless for the gameplay and quite tiny in the final game weight, but these details are what give this game its charisma.”
graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
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The graphics of the game are generally well-received, praised for their overall presentation, aesthetic appeal, and hypnotic quality, despite some criticism for being generic and simplistic. The visuals are described as colorful and minimalistic, effectively complementing the addictive gameplay and retro electronic feel, while also featuring engaging elements like changing colors and hidden messages. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's arcade atmosphere, even if they aren't groundbreaking.
- “A simple, twitchy arcade game elevated by a great overall presentation and aesthetic.”
- “The graphics in this game, as well as the music and sounds give the game a very arcade / retro electronic feel.”
- “The addictive gameplay is complemented by minimalistic, but pleasant and colorful visuals.”
- “The graphic style is generic; the 'cities' you unlock are just random 3D cubes with fog.”
- “It's most likely the simple visuals that fooled you.”
- “The graphics in this game, as well as the music and sounds, give it a very arcade/retro electronic feel.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The game offers high replayability due to its challenging difficulty, which can lead to many hours of gameplay before completion. Additionally, players can enjoy various modes that introduce different rules, along with leaderboards and achievements that encourage repeated play.
- “The game is infinitely replayable just because it’s so challenging, so it will take you many hours to make even a bit of progress, and it will probably take you days, maybe even weeks, to finish it at all.”
- “There’s a degree of replayability due to the leaderboards, as well as the achievements.”
- “Also on the note of replayability, there are 5 different modes that change up the rules a little, so there is that bit of variety.”
- “There’s a decent amount of replayability that comes from the leaderboards and achievements, as well as the 5 different modes available, so if you’re into any of that, you’ll likely have a good time with this game.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is consistently effective, with players finding it laugh-out-loud funny despite some repetitive elements, such as a fixed camera. Overall, it delivers a fun and entertaining experience that keeps players engaged.
- “Still, you will die laughing and having fun.”
- “Third made me laugh: it is exactly the same as the second, but the camera is fixed.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game is considered minimal and reminiscent of classic arcade titles, where narrative takes a backseat to addictive and challenging gameplay.
- “The gameplay is reminiscent of arcade games where the story usually didn’t matter, resulting in a shallow experience that, while hard and addictive, lacks depth.”