Looking for Aliens

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Looking for Aliens is a single player casual puzzle game with a comedy theme. It was developed by AlawarGames and was released on December 8, 2021. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

"Looking for Aliens" is a hidden object game where you search for items in 25 vibrant locations through the lens of an alien TV show. Join Shaun, an earthling, and charming galactic TV hosts in uncovering the existence of alien life. Enjoy the game's interactive environment, unique text hints, and over 250 items to find in this charming and engaging experience.

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story22 positive mentions

grinding4 negative mentions

Charming and colorful art style with a quirky sense of humor that enhances the gameplay experience.
Engaging gameplay with a variety of hidden objects and interactive elements, providing a satisfying challenge.
Relaxing soundtrack and helpful hint system that maintains the fun without spoiling the challenge.

Some levels can be overly large and tedious, leading to frustration when searching for hidden items.
Hints can be vague or unhelpful, making it difficult to locate certain objects without external guides.
Repetitive elements and lack of a robust hint system may detract from the overall enjoyment for some players.

story
51 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in "Looking for Aliens" is a lighthearted and quirky sci-fi narrative that adds charm and humor to the gameplay, featuring a variety of kooky characters and engaging scenes. While some players find the plot basic and somewhat unnecessary, it effectively ties the levels together and enhances the overall experience with its entertaining dialogue and colorful art style. Overall, the narrative serves as a fun backdrop for the hidden object mechanics, making the game enjoyable for fans of the genre.
- “It's got this really fun, quirky sense of humor and a story that actually pulls you in.”
- “What sets this game apart is the inclusion of a storyline or narrative structure, adding another layer of engagement.”
- “The game flows a lot better too, with a comically themed introduction to each level and a story that progresses throughout the game.”
- “The plot is decent but honestly unnecessary and is a paper-thin excuse for just clicking on everything in sight to reveal aliens, engine parts, trading cards, etc.”
- “The story is incredibly basic, and I’m pushing it slightly even calling it a story, but it adds a bit of humor and glamour to proceedings.”
- “Honestly, I didn't pay attention to the story section, but I got the gist of it via gameplay.”
graphics
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
64%
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The graphics in the game are generally praised for their charming, cartoonish aesthetic and vibrant colors, reminiscent of 90s cartoons and similar to the "Where's Waldo" style. While some users noted graphical errors and layering issues, the overall artwork is described as stunning and enjoyable, contributing to a satisfying hidden object experience. The combination of cute graphics, detailed backgrounds, and a cohesive art style enhances the gameplay, making it visually appealing despite some minor flaws.
- “The artwork is simply stunning; colourful, and a pleasure to see!”
- “Probably one of the best hidden objects games you can find in the store, not only the whole level design and graphics are incredible but there is also a little witty story alongside it.”
- “The artwork has a fun and cartoony style and the detail on some of the backgrounds is very good.”
- “There were several graphical errors where objects would incorrectly layer over each other, making it impossible to see if there was meant to be anything behind it.”
- “The few color tones and art style do mostly make it easy to spot things, but a few other times it hides an object well.”
- “It's a solid quality find the hidden thing game with a two-color aesthetic and even a story (sort of).”
humor
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its quirky and engaging humor, featuring a funny storyline that connects the various levels and includes humorous introductions. Players appreciate the family-friendly nature of the humor, which is complemented by enjoyable graphics and interactive elements. Overall, the humor adds a delightful layer to the gameplay, making it both entertaining and memorable.
- “It's got this really fun, quirky sense of humor and a story that actually pulls you in.”
- “An excellent family-friendly hidden object game packed with cheeky humor and just the right amount of challenge.”
- “The game consists of 25 levels, each of which is preceded by a humorous introduction from the galaxy's best newsreaders and reporters.”
music
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
35%
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its relaxing and fitting nature, particularly its nostalgic sci-fi vibe reminiscent of classic films. However, others find the soundtrack repetitive and annoying during longer play sessions, though it can be muted. Overall, the sound design is generally considered well-executed, enhancing the game's atmosphere while allowing for customization options.
- “The music fits the game well, and the sound effects are serviceable.”
- “The soundtrack is just superb and will probably remind you of old 1950-60 movies U.F.O.”
- “The music is very entertaining with a distinct otherworldly sound you might expect from a sci-fi B-movie or similar.”
- “The music gets annoying and the 'cut-scenes' (in the most loosely defined way imaginable) that introduce each level are high-school computer lab level, but what do you really want from a hidden-object game.”
- “Incredibly basic soundtrack.”
- “My only gripe with this game was that the soundtrack looped so frequently it felt slightly torturous on longer levels, but of course it is mutable, so not a big deal.”
gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Crime O'Clock" has received mixed reviews; while it features engaging mechanics and a vibrant alien theme, many players find it limited and trivial compared to similar games. The visuals and sound design are praised, and the game offers a decent amount of content with collectibles to discover, but overall, it may not meet the expectations of those seeking depth in gameplay.
- “Honestly, I didn't pay attention to the story section, but I got the gist of it via gameplay.”
- “Positives: the fun alien theme is right up my alley— I love the cool art and colors; the sounds are simple and fitting; the music is great— I usually turn it off in games but I leave it on for this one; the little story is amusing; the mechanics of clicking on things and their animations are engaging.”
- “Its gameplay is very similar to Hidden Folks, but it does retain its own identity with an alien theme and a splash of color!”
- “While 'Crime O'Clock' boasts stunning graphics, its gameplay leaves much to be desired.”
- “The gameplay is very limited, as in any game of this type, I guess.”
- “With nearly 8 hours of gameplay, I still haven't found all the characters, objects, and collectibles.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and irritating, particularly due to the extensive searching required to locate hidden objects. While it may appeal to dedicated fans of the genre, many feel that the effort needed to achieve 100% completion detracts from the overall experience.
- “I found it irritating and tedious.”
- “It's so tedious to look in every nook and cranny to find the required objects and even more to achieve 100%.”
- “Even with the guide, it was tedious.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game offers zero replayability, making it more of a fun time-waster than a title that encourages multiple playthroughs.
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Reviewers praised the character designs, highlighting their appeal and creativity, which contributed positively to the overall character development in the game.
- “I loved the character designs.”
- “The character development is incredibly deep and engaging.”
- “Each character has a unique backstory that adds layers to the overall narrative.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is praised for its unique charm and engaging UFO theme, drawing inspiration from "Hidden Folks" while maintaining its own distinct identity. Players find it enjoyable and immersive, contributing to a captivating overall experience.
- “Although it's heavily inspired by Hidden Folks in terms of game design and overall approach, which is really unique and probably one of the best in the genre, this is still a nice and enjoyable game with its own charm and great UFO atmosphere.”

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Looking for Aliens is a casual puzzle game with comedy theme.

Looking for Aliens is available on Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One and others.

On average players spend around 6 hours playing Looking for Aliens.

Looking for Aliens was released on December 8, 2021.

Looking for Aliens was developed by AlawarGames.

Looking for Aliens has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

Looking for Aliens is a single player game.

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