Horoscopicus

About

Horoscopicus is a 2D Retro style platformer where you complete levels based on the zodiac signs! There are also secret animals to find and pet throughout the game! Can you find them all? :D

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

95%

Audience ScoreBased on 20 reviews

music5 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Charming pixel art and relaxing soundtrack enhance the overall experience.
Unique level designs and the ability to choose the order of levels provide a refreshing gameplay experience.
The game features enjoyable mechanics, such as character upgrades and hidden pets, which add depth and charm.

The difficulty can be inconsistent, with some levels being significantly harder than others.
Combat mechanics can feel repetitive and clunky at times, detracting from the overall enjoyment.
Some players may experience frustrating bugs, such as getting stuck on semi-solid platforms.

music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
13%
25%
The music in the game is widely praised for its relaxing and beautiful soundtrack, enhancing the overall experience with memorable tracks, particularly in key areas like the save game spots and the start menu. While the variety in visuals may vary, the music consistently stands out as a highlight, contributing to the game's charm and appeal. Overall, players find the soundtrack to be solid and enjoyable, adding to the game's cute aesthetic.
- “Now the music, the music is awesome especially the music that plays in the save game areas in the last level and the music that plays in the start menu, it's beautiful, it what makes the game so cute.”
- “The music is fitting, the pace is relaxing, and the art style is lovely!”
- “The soundtrack was really nice as well, certified hood classics.”
- “The music and variety in terms of the visuals keeps it interesting throughout, but many of the stages are hit or miss and tend to just take a single idea and repeat it from start to finish.”
- “The soundtrack is pretty solid, nothing to point out.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
The gameplay is a standard platformer reminiscent of classic NES and SNES titles, offering about an hour of playtime with inconsistent difficulty. Players appreciate the easy-to-control jumping and good air maneuverability, though ledge-grabbing mechanics can be somewhat unreliable. Overall, while the gameplay has its merits, it may not meet the expectations of those seeking a more extensive experience.
- “The gameplay is a pretty standard platformer, inspired by the classic old school platformers of the NES and SNES eras.”
- “The knight has jumping that feels easy to control, ledge-grabbing mechanics that are somewhat fickle but work just fine when you get the hang of them, pretty good air maneuverability, and the ability to actually swing a sword in more than just the direction you're facing.”
- “Only about an hour of fairly mediocre gameplay, so don't go into it expecting more than that.”
- “The only complaint I have about the gameplay is with the inconsistent difficulty.”
- “The gameplay is of a pretty standard platformer, inspired by the classic old school platformers of the NES and SNES eras.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The graphics are characterized by a charming 2D art style that appeals to fans of old-school platformers, providing a cute and visually pleasing experience. However, some stages lack variety, often repeating a single concept throughout. Overall, the visuals, combined with fitting music, contribute to a relaxing atmosphere.
- “Being a 2D platformer inspired by old school games, the 2D graphics are very cute.”
- “I recommend this game if you like old school platformers with (mostly) chill vibes and cute graphics!”
- “Music is fitting, pace is relaxing, and the art style is lovely!”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The story is characterized as simple and lacking depth, with minimal content to engage players.
- “The story is quite simple and there is not much of it.”
- “The narrative lacks depth and fails to engage the player.”
- “Character development is minimal, making it hard to care about the outcome.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional experience in the game varies significantly, with some levels providing a relaxing and wholesome atmosphere reminiscent of Kirby games, while others present a stark contrast, challenging players with intense precision and high stakes akin to "dark souls" platforming. This duality creates a unique emotional journey, balancing tranquility with tension.
- “Some levels feel very relaxing and chill, kind of like you are playing a Kirby game that just wants you to have your all-mighty powerful spherical hero having a wholesome and easy time, especially since the levels have checkpoints and unlimited lives. Then there are two levels that feel like the 'Dark Souls of platforming games' where you have to be very precise in your platforming and sword swings, and a simple mistake can make you redo a big segment of the game.”