LaserCat
- December 8, 2016
- MonsterJail
- 50h median play time
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Reviews
- A fun and relaxing platformer that can be completed in one sitting, making it accessible for casual gamers.
- The game features charming humor and enjoyable music, enhancing the overall experience.
- Despite its simplicity, the game offers a nostalgic retro feel and is worth the low price for the entertainment it provides.
- The graphics are dated and lack polish, with poor animation and low-resolution visuals that do not meet modern gaming standards.
- Gameplay can feel monotonous and lacks challenge, with many players finding it too easy and not engaging enough.
- Technical issues, such as clunky controls and limited resolution options, detract from the overall experience.
- graphics7 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have been widely criticized for their low quality, featuring a mix of outdated pixel art and amateurish MS Paint-style drawings that detract from the overall experience. While some players noted that the visuals are smooth and not overly offensive, the simplistic 2D art lacks depth and fails to impress, leaving little room for improvement through resolution adjustments. Overall, the visual presentation is seen as a significant drawback, overshadowing the gameplay.
“The visuals and controls are super smooth, but there is virtually no challenge at all.”
“For that you get a little over an hour of interesting, but not ridiculously hard, platforming; pixel graphics that aren't amazing, but aren't hard on the eyes; and humor that had me actually laughing a couple of times.”
“The artwork here is terrible; it's a blend of old retro pixel art used as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics, and some of the most amateurish MS Paint style drawings I've ever seen.”
“It's unclear if all this is due to a lack of budget to hire someone who can do graphics properly, or a lack of talent. Regardless, the overall visual quality of the game is extremely low as a result of these decisions.”
“While there are options to change the resolution for the game, all this does is scale up the simplistic 2D art assets used to make the game, which makes little or no difference to the graphics quality.”
- music4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for its relaxing and groovy qualities, effectively complementing the story and environment. Players appreciate the cohesive blend of background music with the game's themes, enhancing the overall experience.
“The story, map names, and background music blend together to create a coherent experience.”
“The story, map names, and background music blend together to make a coherent goofball.”
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
“I like Lasercat because there are some groovy songs while exploring the map.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The gameplay is criticized for being janky and unsatisfying, lacking the polish and responsiveness expected from a successful platformer. It is described as basic and traditional, failing to incorporate any unique elements that would enhance the experience. Overall, the gameplay feels underdeveloped and reminiscent of simpler titles.
“The handling, responsiveness, and general gameplay feel of the control scheme must be well polished for this kind of game to succeed.”
“You can compare the gameplay to 'you have to win the game'.”
“It's janky and unsatisfying to play... and any experienced gamer will tell you, the handling, responsiveness, and general gameplay feel of the control scheme must be well polished for this kind of game to succeed.”
“Unfortunately, this is something the developer seems to have phoned in, with little to no apparent gameplay testing.”
“It's pretty basic and traditional platformer gameplay, with nothing cat-like about any of it.”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's humor is well-executed, eliciting genuine laughter through clever writing and amusing quiz questions. While the pixel graphics are modest, they complement the entertaining platforming experience, which is engaging without being overly challenging. Overall, players appreciate the humor as a standout aspect of the game.
“The humor of the game is well done.”
“For that, you get a little over an hour of interesting, but not ridiculously hard, platforming; pixel graphics that aren't amazing, but aren't hard on the eyes; and humor that had me actually laughing a couple of times.”
“The quiz questions and writing are genuinely funny too.”
- story2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The story emphasizes resilience and the unpredictability of life, highlighting the importance of perseverance in the face of adversity. Additionally, the integration of map names and background music creates a cohesive and whimsical atmosphere that enhances the overall narrative experience.
“The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you. If I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
“The story, map names, and background music blend together to create a coherent experience.”
“The story, map names, and background music blend together to make a coherent goofball.”
