Locoland
- May 28, 2015
- ESDigital Games
- 1h median play time
Get on Steam"Locoland is a point-and-click adventure game set in a steam-robot civilization on a fantastical planet. Players must develop their economy, defend against hostile creatures, and navigate railroads to reach their ultimate destination. The journey promises unusual plants, strange landscapes, and a crew of armored trains at war."
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a unique and original concept that combines RTS gameplay with train mechanics, providing a nostalgic experience for many players.
- The art style and music are charming, contributing to the overall enjoyment and immersion of the game.
- Despite its age, the game still offers engaging gameplay with challenging missions that keep players coming back for more.
- The game suffers from significant technical issues, including bugs that can render it unplayable, such as menu lock-ups and installation problems due to virus detections.
- Graphics and resolution options are severely outdated, limiting the game's appeal to modern audiences and making it difficult to play on contemporary systems.
- There is a lack of tutorials and clear instructions, leading to frustration as players struggle to understand the mechanics and objectives.
- graphics22 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally described as simplistic and retro, with a mix of charming art styles that some players find appealing, while others criticize them as outdated and in need of improvement. Many appreciate the unique and cute visuals, though there are calls for better graphical options and enhancements. Overall, the graphics evoke nostalgia but may not meet contemporary standards.
“Love the art style, gameplay, and especially music.”
“I was immediately struck by the unique artwork and style of Locoland.”
“The artwork is cartoon-like with surreal colors and shading and would be at home in any children's storybook.”
“A choice was made to use obsolete, decades-old retro pixel 'art' as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
“There's no excuse for such crappy graphics back then, and there certainly isn't today.”
“Graphics aged poorly.”
- story21 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- 71 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The game's story revolves around a quirky, steampunk-themed narrative that emphasizes perseverance and strategic thinking, as players navigate through 20 unique missions involving train assembly and combat. While the storyline is engaging and visually appealing, some players noted issues with grammar in the text and a lack of tutorial guidance for controls. Overall, the charming aesthetic and evolving complexity of the missions contribute to an enjoyable experience, despite occasional gameplay frustrations.
“Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
“The charming steampunk setting and cute story will entertain you through tough-as-nails gameplay that is sure to satisfy the most dedicated strategy enthusiast.”
“To summarize, it's an enjoyable game which will lead you to many thinking hours on how to pass that train and complete the mission's objectives.”
“Some text story is poorly written with bad grammar and spelling errors.”
“The charming steampunk setting and cute story will entertain you through tough-as-nails gameplay, but it ultimately lacks depth and engagement.”
“In the game, you are introduced to the storyline, but there's no tutorial to help you understand the controls; they're only listed in the options.”
- gameplay15 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its unique blend of RTS mechanics with train movement, offering a refreshing twist on the genre. While the charming steampunk aesthetic and engaging music enhance the experience, players note that the tutorials are lacking, leaving some basic mechanics underexplained. Overall, the game provides a challenging and satisfying experience for strategy enthusiasts, with solid mechanics and diverse unit interactions.
“It was an interesting twist on the RTS genre of the time, merging RTS gameplay with train tracks. You move your locomotive around to collect guns, and drive your train on the tracks to where things need to be shot.”
“The charming steampunk setting and cute story will entertain you through tough-as-nails gameplay that is sure to satisfy the most dedicated strategy enthusiast.”
“The gameplay is solid; each unit is unique and can be utilized to render different attack and defense patterns.”
“Tutorials leave you painfully unaware of basic mechanics, such as reloading train cars via the repair station.”
“- frustrating under explained mechanics”
“Keeping this mechanic in mind, you must capture and construct buildings, build your force (in this case trains), complete a variety of objectives, and maneuver your trains in and out of on-rail battles against enemy units that are altogether unforgiving.”
- music12 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received praise for its charm and ability to enhance the overall gameplay experience, featuring a mix of sequenced loop samples that blend elements of circus, new-age, and pop. While some players found the whistle sound effect a bit excessive, the soundtrack is generally considered catchy and memorable, contributing positively to the game's atmosphere. Overall, the music is described as simple yet interesting, making it a standout aspect of the game.
“Love the art style, gameplay, and especially the music.”
“Gameplay, visuals, and music are outstanding.”
“The music is a variety of sequenced loop samples with arrangements hovering between circus music and new-age or pop.”
“The music fits well with the game, but I must admit the sound of the whistle every time you move your trains is a bit much.”
“Decent music.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game suffers from poor optimization, lacking support for modern display resolutions and widescreen monitors, which results in subpar performance on contemporary gaming PCs.
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is enhanced by its immersive sound design, though some users find that the audio can become harsh or uncomfortable at higher volumes.
“The game creates an incredibly immersive atmosphere that draws you in from the very start.”
“The haunting sound design and ambient music perfectly complement the visuals, enhancing the overall experience.”
“Every location feels alive, with subtle details in the environment that contribute to a rich and engaging atmosphere.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by its catchy soundtrack and the amusing portrayal of robots, particularly noted in an engaging cutscene at the beginning.
“I still remember its catchy soundtrack and the funny robots from a cutscene in the beginning.”
“The humor in this game is top-notch, with clever jokes and hilarious character interactions that kept me laughing.”
“Every quest is filled with witty dialogue and absurd situations that make the gameplay a joy.”
