Joshua's Legs

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Joshua's Legs is a single player casual platformer game. It was developed by PetitLegume and was released on January 18, 2023. It received very positive reviews from players.

Joshua's Legs is a strange game about an arachnid hoping to find his long lost prosthetic legs collection. Venture in a world that will only reveal its secrets to the true hardened climbers. Follow the marked path or explore the lair to find all of Joshua’s prostheses. Those will allow him to jump, grip and shoot webs to swing or prevent free fall. A modern homage to the hardest platformers create…

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91%

Audience ScoreBased on 35 reviews

music5 positive mentions

stability1 negative mentions

Unique and innovative control scheme involving independent leg movement provides a fresh challenge and satisfying mastery experience.
Atmospheric with minimalistic graphics, excellent music, and subtle storytelling that enhances the immersive experience.
Well-designed exploration and progression reminiscent of Metroidvania and 'Getting Over It', offering rewarding gameplay for patient players.

Steep learning curve and deliberately difficult controls can cause frustration and may discourage some players.
Keyboard controls are problematic; the game strongly benefits from, and sometimes requires, a gamepad for better playability.
Some confusion due to unclear map design and lack of guidance on collectibles; occasional bugs and minor jankiness reported.

gameplay
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is praised for its deep, nuanced mechanics that offer dynamic and satisfying movement, especially appealing to fans of challenging platformers like "Getting Over It." While initially difficult to master, the game rewards persistence with rich, engaging mechanics and a cozy atmosphere, making it a standout experience in the indie and metroidvania genres.
- “I thought the mechanics of the spider were nuanced and there's a lot of dynamic potential in the kind of movement you can pull off.”
- “The mechanics (controller required) are absolutely insane and interesting to learn.”
- “The mechanics is hard to get at first, but once you get the hang of it, the possibilities are infinite!”
- “If you’re willing to accept the early game challenge of understanding its core mechanic, you’ll find that the game will reward you with a simple but oh so satisfying gameplay.”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
44%
The music in the game is widely praised for its atmospheric and eerie qualities, blending subtlety with character to perfectly complement the game's tone. Its unpredictable yet captivating melodies enhance the immersive experience, contributing significantly to the dark, gothic ambiance. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout element that deepens the game's storytelling and mood.
- “The music is a real treat too, both subtle and with character, it's a perfect fit for the game!”
- “The music is genius -- the melodies are unpredictable but comfortable.”
- “I also loved the ominous original soundtrack; it added to the overall eerie atmosphere of the game.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
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The game features a charming blend of minimalistic, nostalgic graphics and a cool art style that enhances its atmospheric and physics-based gameplay. The visuals are complemented by fitting music and environmental storytelling, creating an engaging experience reminiscent of classic console games. Overall, the graphics are praised as beautiful and immersive, though some note control issues with the keyboard.
- “Beautiful mix of minimal graphics, lovely physics-based gameplay, creepy atmospheric music, and story via environment.”
- “The aesthetics hit happy sensors in my brain.”
- “The graphics are like from my childhood when I played on the console; I liked the mechanics of this game. I advise you to add this game to your library.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere combines minimalist graphics and physics-based gameplay with an eerie, original soundtrack that enhances its creepy and ominous mood. While relatively simple, the atmosphere is charming and effectively encourages players to explore despite challenging gameplay.
- “Beautiful mix of minimal graphics, lovely physics-based gameplay, creepy atmospheric music, and story told through the environment.”
- “I also loved the ominous original soundtrack; it added to the overall eerie atmosphere of the game.”
- “The atmosphere is fairly basic but charming enough in its own way, encouraging you to explore everything this game has to offer.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users find the humor in the game enjoyable and lighthearted, highlighting the amusing character design and entertaining physics-based mechanics that make swinging and gameplay playful and funny.
- “A funny two-legged spider.”
- “Physics is so funny, love to swing.”
- “Funny game.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story is conveyed subtly through atmospheric environmental storytelling, complemented by minimal graphics and eerie music that create an immersive and captivating experience.
- “The ambience, subtle storytelling, excellent music, and weird controls make it a 9/10.”
- “Beautiful mix of minimal graphics, lovely physics-based gameplay, creepy atmospheric music, and story via environment.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game shows some stability issues with occasional bugs, and a gamepad is highly recommended for a smoother experience. Overall, it is enjoyable despite these minor technical hiccups.