Ladybug Quest
- February 11, 2019
- Dune Clockidy
Get on SteamIn "Ladybug Quest" , play as a ladybug on a mission to save your abducted village from a mysterious villain. Navigate through 22 challenging levels across 5 regions, overcoming deadly creatures and intense parkour. With 7 epic boss battles, 7 story cinematics, and hardcore replayability, this is a game designed to test even the most skilled gamers, so be prepared for some old-fashioned rage quits! This indie title from Dune Clockidy boasts 35 unique Steam achievements, 4 years in the making, and a commitment to delivering a high-quality gaming experience.
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Reviews
- The visual design and graphics are phenomenal, creating an aesthetically pleasing experience.
- The gameplay is challenging yet addictive, with responsive controls that enhance the overall fun.
- Boss fights and level-specific challenges are inventive, providing a unique experience in each level.
- The narrative and narrator are considered boring, detracting from the overall experience.
- Boss fights can feel repetitive and time-consuming, often leading to frustration.
- It can be unclear when something is a ledge or flat ground, causing confusion during gameplay.
- gameplay6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay is a mix of well-executed mechanics reminiscent of classic titles like "Frogger," but it can be frustrating due to repetitive boss encounters and a steep difficulty curve that may deter newcomers. While experienced players may find enjoyment, the overall experience is marred by moments of tedium and challenge.
“Very well made game for the gameplay style.”
“A very good replica of the gameplay style introduced in 'Frogger Beyond'.”
“The artwork, soundtrack, and gameplay all come together to make a great platformer.”
“The gameplay is frequently frustrating.”
“My only complaint is that, just like in the Frogger games that this is inspired by, the bosses are repetitive and tedious, and instead of having fun with them, I find myself just wanting them to be over with so I can get back to the regular gameplay.”
“If you are decent at those games, you shouldn't struggle too much with this, but if you are new to this gameplay style, you might be turned off by the raw difficulty.”
- story4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The story of Ladybug Quest closely follows its source material, featuring a 3D adventure where players control a ladybug confronting a mysterious invader in their village. The main narrative lasts around 8-10 hours, with additional replayability for players seeking to achieve gold stars on each map, potentially extending gameplay by another 10-12 hours. Overall, the story is well-received, contributing to a solid gaming experience.
“Main story runs about 8-10 hours depending on skill level; however, there is replayability to obtain gold stars for each map, which will take another 10-12 hours to fully complete.”
“The main story runs about 8-10 hours depending on skill level; however, there is replayability to obtain gold stars for each map, which will take another 10-12 hours to fully complete.”
“3D adventure platformer where you play as a ladybug following the story of a mysterious being that invades their village.”
“Overall a solid 8/10 so far; I will update this once I'm farther in the story.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their phenomenal detail and aesthetic appeal, contributing to an engaging and enjoyable gameplay experience. Reviewers highlight the impressive artwork and how it complements the overall atmosphere of the game, making it a standout platformer.
“It's addictive and well detailed, as well as challenging and super fun! The graphics are phenomenal and aesthetically pleasing.”
“Great game, awesome graphics, definitely recommend.”
“The artwork, soundtrack, and gameplay all come together to make a great platformer.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as cute and enjoyable, complementing the overall experience alongside the artwork and gameplay, contributing to its appeal as a great platformer.
“The artwork, soundtrack, and gameplay all come together to make a great platformer.”
“Cute and enjoyable Frogger-like game, nice music.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious and repetitive, particularly during boss encounters, which detracts from the overall enjoyment and makes them wish to return to the more engaging regular gameplay.
“My only complaint is that, just like in the Frogger games that this is inspired by, the bosses are repetitive and tedious. Instead of having fun with them, I find myself just wanting them to be over with so I can get back to the regular gameplay.”
“The grinding in this game feels endless and monotonous, making it hard to stay engaged with the overall experience.”
“I find the grinding mechanics to be overly tedious, turning what could be an exciting adventure into a chore.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its smooth performance on PCs, contributing to an enjoyable and relaxed gaming experience, particularly with the fun boosts it offers.
“Very chill game, runs smoothly on my PC and the boosts are so much fun!”
“The optimization is top-notch; I can play for hours without any lag.”
“I love how well the game performs on lower-end systems; it really makes it accessible for everyone.”
