Intrepid Izzy
- July 26, 2020
- Senile Team
Solid platforming and brilliant boss encounters more than make up for this Metroidvania's minor irritations.
Get on SteamIntrepid Izzy is a vibrant adventure game featuring platformer and beat 'em up elements. Traverse through detailed levels to discover treasures, especially costumes that grant unique powers for battling colossal bosses. With a captivating story, humorous dialogues, and an immersive soundtrack, the game offers a delightful blend of classic and modern influences, promising an enjoyable experience for all.
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Reviews
- Intrepid Izzy features a colorful and charming art style, reminiscent of classic 90s platformers, with smooth animations and a catchy soundtrack.
- The game offers a fun and light-hearted metroidvania experience, allowing players to explore large levels and revisit areas with new abilities, enhancing the sense of adventure.
- It is accessible for players of all ages, making it a great introduction to the metroidvania genre, while still providing enough content and humor to keep experienced players engaged.
- The game has a short playtime and can feel too easy, which may not satisfy players looking for a more challenging experience.
- Boss encounters can become tedious due to their high health and lack of varied attack patterns, making them feel like chores rather than exciting challenges.
- The PC version suffers from technical issues, including limited display options and controller mapping problems, which detracts from the overall experience compared to the Dreamcast version.
- music12 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many praising its catchy and nostalgic quality reminiscent of classic titles, enhancing the overall experience. However, some players criticize the repetitive 15-second loops and stock sound effects, suggesting that the soundtrack could detract from gameplay for some. Overall, while the music is celebrated by many, there are notable concerns about its execution and variety.
“The visuals are pretty, the music is incredible and the controls are responsive.”
“It's that good; wish the soundtrack was available.”
“The best compliment I can pay this game is it reminds me of classic Amiga and DOS games such as Superfrog and Commander Keen, not just in the gameplay, but in the graphics, music and humor (which seems very British despite being developed by a team in Holland).”
“Visually the game is top notch, but then you have 15-second looping music and bad stock sound effects that really distract from the experience.”
“I do recommend the game, but only with the music turned off.”
“The best compliment I can pay this game is it reminds me of classic Amiga and DOS games such as Superfrog and Commander Keen, not just in the gameplay, but in the graphics, music, and humor (which seems very British despite being developed by a team in Holland).”
- gameplay11 mentions
- 18 % positive mentions
- 55 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Intrepid Izzy" stands out for its vibrant art style and engaging mechanics, blending metroidvania exploration with beat-'em-up action. Players appreciate the variety of locations and the nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic 2D games from the 1980s and 1990s, while the absence of frustrating elements common in older titles enhances the overall experience. Despite a minimal story and a relatively short playtime, the well-crafted gameplay is the highlight, making it a fun and enjoyable adventure.
“The abilities that you will take on during the course of the game give an extra touch to the overall gameplay.”
“Very fun and well-crafted metroidvania with a good variety of locations and mechanics, as well as unexpected beat-'em-up inspired action.”
“The story is minimal and underwhelming, but it's the gameplay that makes this game shine, even if the adventure itself is rather short and I am personally clocking in at 7 hours for 100%.”
“A lot of stylistic, thematic, and gameplay elements take you back to the golden age of 2D gaming during the 1980s and 1990s, and Intrepid Izzy combines those elements in a fun way.”
“The best compliment I can pay this game is it reminds me of classic Amiga and DOS games such as Superfrog and Commander Keen, not just in the gameplay, but in the graphics, music, and humor (which seems very British despite being developed by a team in Holland).”
- graphics6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The graphics of "Intrepid Izzy" stand out for their vibrant, retro art style, reminiscent of classic Amiga and DOS games, while also incorporating modern design elements. Players appreciate the smooth animations and colorful visuals, which, combined with an incredible soundtrack and responsive controls, create a charming and engaging experience that deviates from the genre's typical darker tones.
“The visuals are pretty, the music is incredible, and the controls are responsive.”
“+ smooth animations and colorful graphics.”
“Intrepid Izzy is a great game that has the old school charm with new age design, graphics, and personality.”
“An outlier in its gameplay and art style compared to the genre's usual darker tones.”
“The best compliment I can pay this game is it reminds me of classic Amiga and DOS games such as Superfrog and Commander Keen, not just in the gameplay, but in the graphics, music, and humor (which seems very British despite being developed by a team in Holland).”
- humor5 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its quirky and engaging humor, featuring humorous dialogues, eccentric characters, and a fun atmosphere that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the combination of interesting level design and plenty of surprises, making exploration enjoyable and entertaining.
“Great and fun game, not to forget the positively quirky and funny mood.”
“There is more than enough to explore with interesting level design, a nice sense of humor and plenty of surprises.”
“+ story, full of humorous dialogues, eccentric characters and mysterious secrets.”
- story4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The story is generally considered minimal and underwhelming, with some players noting its brevity, while others appreciate its humorous dialogues, eccentric characters, and intriguing secrets. Overall, the gameplay is highlighted as the standout feature, overshadowing the narrative aspect.
“The game includes large levels, a great story, and much more!”
“The story is minimal and underwhelming, but it's the gameplay that makes this game shine, even if the adventure itself is rather short. I personally clocked in at 7 hours for 100%.”
“The story is full of humorous dialogues, eccentric characters, and mysterious secrets.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is praised for its nostalgic, DS-like charm, complemented by catchy music that enhances the overall experience.
“I love its vibrant atmosphere and the catchy music!”
“The game's atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into its world.”
“Every detail contributes to a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that keeps you engaged.”
