Little Walker
- April 5, 2016
- Blake Fix
Get on SteamIn "Little Walker," set out on a quirky platform-adventure, exploring 30ish levels filled with odd characters and retro-inspired music. With easy-to-grasp controls and single-button accessibility, this game offers a charming experience, complete with an instruction booklet and customizable inputs. Enjoy the pixel art and snarky writing as you jump your way through this semi-retro world.
Reviews
- Charming visuals and a delightful atmosphere, with a fantastic soundtrack and humorous dialogue.
- Engaging gameplay with a variety of enemies and secrets to discover, making it enjoyable for exploration.
- Forgiving difficulty that allows players to focus on the fun journey rather than just overcoming challenges.
- Controls can feel sloppy and poorly mapped, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
- The game suffers from a lack of polish, with issues like blurry text and non-functional achievements.
- Some inappropriate humor and a frustrating difficulty curve in certain sections detract from the overall experience.
- gameplay4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized as simple yet enjoyable, primarily relying on a single button for various mechanics like wall jumping and double jumping. While the initial levels offer a rich variety of paths and secrets, the pacing slows down in the middle, but the overall charm of the world helps mitigate any frustrations with difficulty.
“The world is so delightful and the gameplay so charming that the difficulty is hardly missed.”
“The first few levels are full of so many different paths, mechanics, secrets, and other bits and bobs.”
“The gameplay is simple, basically just one all-purpose button, yet it feels good with features like wall jumping, double jump boots, and the like.”
“It's a fun romp and decently alright to play, ignoring the horrible gameplay.”
“The first few levels are full of so many different paths, mechanics, secrets, and other bits and bobs, while the middle of the game takes a bit of a dip in terms of pacing.”
“The gameplay is simple, basically just one all-purpose button, yet it feels good with stuff like wall jumping and double jump boots.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as very cheerful, with a fantastic soundtrack that enhances the overall experience and complements the smooth movement mechanics.
“The soundtrack is fantastic and really enhances the overall experience.”
“The music is very cheerful and uplifting, making the gameplay feel even more enjoyable.”
“The overall movement feels nice, perfectly complemented by the vibrant music.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their excellent updates, contributing to an adorable visual experience that complements the charming dialogue.
“The dialogue is as charming as the excellently updated visuals are adorable.”
“The graphics are stunning, bringing the game world to life with vibrant colors and intricate details.”
“Every frame feels like a work of art, showcasing breathtaking landscapes and beautifully designed characters.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is noted to be present in the instructions, which adds a lighthearted touch to the overall experience.
“Some of the instructions are quite humorous.”
“The game's witty dialogue had me laughing out loud.”
“The quirky characters and their hilarious antics kept me entertained throughout.”
