Indiana Boy Steam Edition

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Indiana Boy Steam Edition is a single player action game. It was developed by One Man and was released on December 13, 2018. It received negative reviews from players.

Immerse yourself in a fantastic adventure with Indiana Boy. Help Indiana recover all the treasures and keys, but watch out for every move you make.

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Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews

story3 negative mentions

The game features a nostalgic and cute pseudo-Gameboy aesthetic that appeals to fans of retro games.
Some players found enjoyment in the simple level design and were able to complete the game in one sitting.
Despite its shortcomings, the game offers a unique theme and art style that some players appreciate.

The game suffers from significant input lag, frustrating controls, and a lack of controller support, making it difficult to play.
Hit detection issues and bugs lead to unfair deaths, often requiring players to restart entire levels after dying.
The gameplay can feel tedious and slow due to the need for precise timing and the inability to attack while moving.

story
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The story is generally perceived as weak or confusing, failing to engage players effectively.
- “The story is not really selling the game... or I didn't understand it.”
- “The plot feels disjointed and lacks coherence.”
- “Character motivations are poorly developed, making it hard to connect with them.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
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The game's graphics feature an appealing pseudo-Game Boy aesthetic that resonates well with fans of 2D platformers, contributing to a charming overall theme. Players appreciate the unique art style, often overlooking minor shortcomings due to their fondness for the visual presentation.
- “Interesting art style!”
- “I love the pseudo-Game Boy aesthetic, I love the theme, and I love 2D platformers, so I'm the type of person who's most likely to forgive this game its shortcomings and give it a thumbs up.”
- “The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
- “Character models are poorly designed and lack detail, making them unappealing.”
- “The environments are bland and repetitive, which detracts from the overall experience.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect tedious, as defeating enemies requires careful planning and precise timing, making progress through levels feel slow and laborious.
- “Most of the enemies on a screen usually need to be killed, and since every kill is a slow process that needs to be well planned out and expertly timed, getting through a screen can be tedious.”
- “The grinding feels endless, with repetitive tasks that offer little reward, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “Leveling up requires an excessive amount of grinding, which can quickly become monotonous and frustrating.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game has been criticized for its instability, with users reporting numerous bugs and poor controls that detract from the overall experience. While it offers a basic and slightly challenging platforming experience at a low price, these technical issues significantly impact its enjoyment.
- “But also super buggy and not that fun :/”
- “On the one hand, it's a basic, slightly challenging platformer that's cheap, but on the other hand, it's buggy and the controls are bad.”