Green Elephant 2D
- April 20, 2017
- 4Fufelz
Get on SteamGreen Elephant 2D is a platformer/shooter game with quest elements, based on the Russian movie "Green Elephant." As two officers trying to escape from military jail, you'll face dangerous enemies and bosses across various locations like a forest, beach, and hospital, with the aim of finding a key and running away. Expect lots of humor and fun moments throughout the game.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a unique experience based on a cult Russian art-house movie, providing a nostalgic retro gameplay feel.
- Despite its difficulty, the game has tight controls and decent mechanics that can be rewarding for players willing to learn patterns.
- The developer is open to criticism and plans to add new levels and multiplayer features, showing a commitment to improving the game.
- The game is still in early access after five years, leading to concerns about its development and overall quality.
- It lacks essential features like save points and mouse support, making it frustratingly difficult for some players.
- With only two levels and one boss, many feel the game is more of a demo than a complete experience.
- gameplay4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay is described as clunky yet surprisingly tight, with decent mechanics that can be engaging despite a basic presentation and some frustrating elements. While it may not appeal to everyone, it offers a nostalgic retro experience that can be addictive for players willing to overlook its shortcomings.
“Despite the fact I didn't like the game enough to put more effort into it, I have to rate it according to the category it belongs to and respect the effort put into it. The controls are surprisingly tight and the mechanics quite decent, so I have to give it a thumbs up. However, players should be aware of what they are getting into with this one, as the store page description is a bit lacking.”
“[b]Retro gameplay[/b] allows players to rewind the old memories of childhood.”
“Despite the fact I didn't like the game enough to put more effort into it, I have to rate it according to the category it belongs to and respect the effort put into it. Despite the very basic presentation, lack of animations, pointless difficulty, and mockery, the controls are surprisingly tight and the mechanics quite decent. However, players should be aware of what they are getting into with this one, as the store page description is a bit lacking.”
“Gameplay is decent, but it sucked me in fast, so I couldn't stop thinking about playing it again.”
- music1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as soothing and calming, providing a relaxing experience that can help players feel at ease.
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- story1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story conveys a powerful message about resilience and the unpredictability of life, emphasizing that perseverance in the face of adversity can lead to unexpected and rewarding outcomes.
“The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you. If I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is perceived as lacking, with some users describing it as "funny trash" that feels neglected by the developers. Overall, the comedic elements seem to fall flat and fail to resonate with players.
- graphics1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The graphics are reminiscent of mid-2000s browser games, and while they include some sound snippets from the movie, they fail to impress in terms of visual quality.
“The visuals are reminiscent of a browser game from the mid-2000s.”
“The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
“The art style is unappealing and does not do justice to the game's potential.”
