Little Big Adventure

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In "Little Big Adventure," also known as "Relentless: Twinsen's Adventure," you play as Twinsen, a Quetch resident of Citadel Island on the planet Twinsun. The game is an action-adventure classic, originally released in 1994, with updated features like New Game+ Mode, Steam Achievements, and controller support. The story unfolds as you, Twinsen, become embroiled in a conflict with the dictator Dr. FunFrock, who has imprisoned you for having "pro-rebeller dreams." Your mission is to protect your loved ones and save the world from tyranny.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

86%

Audience ScoreBased on 145 reviews

story21 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game is a nostalgic classic that brings back fond childhood memories, with a charming story and whimsical characters.
The enhanced version offers modern features like zooming and gamepad support, making it more accessible while retaining the original's charm.
Despite its age, the gameplay remains engaging, with a unique mix of puzzles, platforming, and exploration that many players still enjoy.

The enhanced edition's controls have been criticized for being frustrating and unplayable, especially with the removal of keyboard support.
Many players have reported bugs and technical issues, including crashes and problems with save functionality.
The graphics and animations feel outdated, and some players find the combat mechanics clunky and unbalanced, leading to a frustrating experience.

story
45 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of the game is widely praised for its creativity, engaging characters, and a blend of lightheartedness with darker themes such as dictatorship and oppression. Players appreciate the nostalgic adventure feel, with a straightforward yet captivating plot that encourages exploration and interaction. While some note the linearity and simplicity of the storyline, the overall experience is described as immersive and rewarding, making it a must-play for fans of adventure games.
- “The story was great with interesting characters.”
- “From start to end, I was enthralled by the story and could not stop playing as I wanted to know all the interesting characters and where the story would lead.”
- “An absolute gem of an adventure with a wonderful (and colorful) cast of characters, a very good story plot, excellent music scores, and once you master the game controls; this little gem will draw you into the world of Twinsun.”
- “Although the game has bright and colorful visuals, it is complemented by a pretty dark story that centers around the themes of dictatorship and oppression.”
- “Anyway, gameplay-wise you are Twinsen, a member of one of several races on a planet under dictatorship from an evil bad guy (standard story, no doubt).”
- “Without spoiling too much, the plot is just an old, well-known standard thing, nothing more.”
graphics
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game, originally released in 1994, are often described as charming yet dated, with a distinctive 2D art style that has aged gracefully compared to more realistic graphics of its time. While some players appreciate the colorful visuals and unique character designs, others note technical limitations and issues with camera control that detract from the experience. Overall, despite the graphical shortcomings, the gameplay remains engaging and enjoyable, making it a nostalgic experience for many.
- “The graphics quality has surely aged, but it has not lost its charm; it will always be a great joy to experience.”
- “Graphics: LBA 1 came out in 1994, and for a game that is considered ancient by today's standards, its graphics still have a certain charm to them.”
- “The art style is cartoony, and this leads itself well to aging gracefully, especially when compared to the realistic-looking graphics of other games of its time.”
- “The graphics did not stand the test of time (unlike in most of the classic 2D adventure games).”
- “The game hasn't aged that well in terms of graphics and sounds, but the improvements are alright; however, the story and gameplay make up for this.”
- “All those 'enhanced graphics' only stand for the interface in the menu and inventory.”
gameplay
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally praised for its solid mechanics, blending puzzle-solving and platforming elements, though some players find it challenging due to outdated graphics and a confusing interface. While the game retains a nostalgic charm and offers a rich experience with engaging story and audio, it struggles to appeal to new audiences with its mechanics, especially in the remastered version. Overall, the gameplay is considered enjoyable and ahead of its time, despite some criticisms regarding its accessibility and freshness.
- “The graphics might be outdated but the gameplay is excellent.”
- “It looks a bit dated but the gameplay is still solid and the graphics look decent enough to make me want to play this game all over again!”
- “The game mechanics have you dodging enemies, solving puzzles, sneaking around and doing things like jumping, fighting and finding the correct route out of an area along the way.”
- “While I generally liked the self-reliant gameplay design and the 2D art style, I found it difficult to understand what needed to be done, especially given the language barrier at that time.”
- “Gameplay is not really fresh for a new audience despite the point-and-click remaster.”
- “There's nothing at all that enhances the gameplay.”
music
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its orchestral quality and memorable tracks, often described as one of the greatest soundtracks in gaming history. Players appreciate the atmospheric and engaging compositions that enhance the gameplay experience, although some have noted issues with audio playback in certain versions. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's charm and nostalgic appeal.
- “Sound: the soundtrack of the game is simply one of the greatest in the history of gaming.”
- “However, once you immerse yourself in playing the game, the various songs that play are brilliant, giving you a constant feeling that your every move is being watched and provides a sense of urgency that no other game has managed to match in my opinion.”
- “An absolute gem of an adventure with a wonderful (and colorful) cast of characters, a very good story plot, excellent music scores, and once you master the game controls; this little gem will draw you into the world of Twinsun.”
- “This game is old and full of bugs: the ending scene goes into a never-ending loop that prevents players from seeing the very last scene of it, the soundtrack stops after it played one time per map, it's easy to get 'hit-stuck' when enemies hit you... nevertheless I would advise everyone to play it because... even if full of bugs and old, this game manages to do something that the great majority of modern games don't... it has a soul... and this soul is magical.”
- “It's also well worth noting that all DOSBox releases of LBA have issues in common with mistimed audio tracks (music) and poor MIDI quality out of the box.”
- “On the internet, you can find 'lbawin', which is a Windows port of the original version with some enhancements like the 'W' key from LBA2 and no more wall damage, and that's how I played the majority of the game, but then there were problems with the music.”
humor
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised for its witty and quirky nature, featuring a cast of funny characters and enjoyable sound effects that enhance the overall experience. Despite tackling darker themes, the game manages to maintain a cheerful tone with a lot of hilarious randomness, making it a delightful adventure. Players appreciate the charm of the protagonist, which helps to offset any gameplay frustrations.
- “Part 2 might be superior in story, writing, and general 'adventure' feel, but still this game really managed to surprise me at how funny and enjoyable the whole experience turned out to be.”
- “Although covering a dark serious subject, the game makes you cheerful and contains a lot of witty humor.”
- “There's so much hilarious randomness in this game.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is generally considered fun and innovative, despite being somewhat buggy and experiencing glitches in certain areas. Overall, while stability issues are present, they do not significantly detract from the gameplay experience.
- “The game is a bit buggy.”
- “It's a bit buggy, but the game was pretty fun to play and, taking into consideration its age, it presented an innovative isometric world to explore.”
- “I won't say I found the result of this change bad; it's quite effective, despite some glitches in certain parts.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is characterized by its charming graphics and engaging sound design, contributing to a rich storytelling experience. While the fixed camera can be a minor inconvenience, the overall ambiance is enhanced by a mix of enjoyable music tracks and intriguing dialogues, creating a unique and immersive environment.
- “They don't make games like these anymore. The graphics are super cute, as well as the sounds. The games are story-rich and full of the right amount of atmosphere. The fixed camera can be annoying at times, but you can change it rapidly via the 'enter' key.”
- “It has a unique atmosphere, a very good storyline, and interesting dialogues.”
- “There's some really nice music tracks worth listening to, but others are more atmospheric.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers limited replayability due to its linear storyline, making it more of a one-time experience, though players may enjoy revisiting it occasionally. In contrast, the sequel significantly enhances replay value.
- “The sequel is much more playable.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game, though brief, is filled with charm and heartfelt elements, creating a wholesome experience that resonates emotionally with players, making it highly recommended.
- “It's a small game indeed that can be completed in a few hours, but the amount of charm and love put into this game makes it a wholesome experience that I completely recommend.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has been criticized, with users rating it a 5/10 primarily due to its poor performance.
- “5/10 only due to the poor performance of the game.”
- “The game frequently lags and stutters, making it nearly unplayable.”
- “I experienced constant frame drops, which ruined the overall experience.”