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Laboratory

62%Game Brain Score
atmosphere
graphics, gameplay
94% User Score Based on 17 reviews

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Defeat lab mutations in this action-platformer pixel-art game. Every mutation will challenge your skills on your way to victory, and each mutation you win will grant you a valuable upgrade for the next one.

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94%
Audience ScoreBased on 17 reviews
atmosphere3 positive mentions
music3 negative mentions
  • Innovative gameplay mechanics that keep players engaged and challenged.
  • Unique boss fights with distinct attack patterns that encourage replayability.
  • The game is fully free, demonstrating the developer's confidence in their work.
  • Short playtime with limited levels and content, leaving players wanting more.
  • Graphics are considered poor and may deter some players from enjoying the game.
  • Several bugs and issues with gameplay mechanics, such as menu freezing and inconsistent boss difficulty.
  • graphics
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some users criticizing the pixel art as "godawful" and lazy, suggesting a lack of skill or resources from the developer. Conversely, others appreciate the immersive atmosphere and find the pixelated style enjoyable, highlighting it as a positive aspect of the overall experience.

    • “The game features an immersive atmosphere with detailed graphics and sound design.”
    • “Fast-paced, great music to get you into it and great pixel art style.”
    • “The pixelated graphics are a bonus for me since I love those types of games.”
    • “This feature is really godawful, lazy pixel crap 'art' instead of real graphics.”
    • “It's hard to say if this was because the developer didn't have the skill to create 3D visuals, or couldn't afford to hire someone who does, but it also doesn't matter.”
    • “Games like Terraria and Stardew Valley succeeded despite the bad graphics, not because of them.”
  • gameplay
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay in "laboratory" by far-bear is praised for its innovative mechanics that provide a unique and challenging experience, keeping players engaged and immersed in the atmosphere.

    • “The laboratory offers unique and innovative gameplay mechanics that keep players engaged and challenged.”
    • “Innovative and challenging gameplay.”
    • “Laboratory by Far-Bear stands out with its innovative gameplay and immersive atmosphere.”
    • “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks depth.”
    • “I found the controls to be clunky and unresponsive.”
    • “The mechanics are poorly designed, making it frustrating to progress.”
  • music
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game features a unique and fast-paced soundtrack that many players enjoy, enhancing the overall experience. However, some users have noted that the soundtrack can become repetitive over time, suggesting that additional variety could improve the game's musical appeal.

    • “Fast-paced, great music to get you into it, along with a fantastic pixel art style.”
    • “The soundtrack is very unique, and I really like it.”
    • “Some players might find the soundtrack to be repetitive over time.”
    • “Adding more variety to the music could enhance the gaming experience.”
    • “Repetitive soundtrack.”
  • character development
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development in the game is notably limited, as the focus is primarily on puzzles rather than on building a rich storyline or deepening character connections. This approach may leave some players feeling disconnected from the characters, despite the engaging puzzle challenges.

    • “The game focuses more on puzzles than on character development or storyline, which might leave some players feeling disconnected from the characters.”
    • “Minimal character development.”
    • “While it may be short and lacking in character development, the challenging puzzles make it a captivating experience.”
  • atmosphere
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is praised for its immersive atmosphere, characterized by detailed graphics and sound design that enhance the experience, particularly in the laboratory setting. Reviewers highlight the innovative gameplay alongside the captivating environment, making it a standout feature.

    • “The game features an immersive atmosphere with detailed graphics and sound design.”
    • “Immersive and detailed laboratory atmosphere.”
    • “The laboratory by Far-Bear stands out with its innovative gameplay and immersive atmosphere.”
  • story
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is criticized for its limited character development, as it prioritizes puzzles over narrative depth, potentially leaving players feeling disconnected from the characters. Overall, the gameplay and story may not resonate with all players.

    • “The game focuses more on puzzles than on character development or storyline, which might leave some players feeling disconnected from the characters.”
    • “Don't like gameplay and story?”
  • stability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users report a minor stability issue where the game menu occasionally freezes, requiring a restart to resolve. While the downtime is brief, it can be frustrating for players.

    • “There is a minor bug where the menu freezes and I have to restart the game. It doesn't take long, but it's quite annoying.”
    • “The game crashes frequently, making it hard to enjoy the experience.”
    • “I've encountered several stability issues, including random disconnects and lag spikes that ruin gameplay.”

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