Lucky's Tale

70%
Game Brain Score Based on 33 reviews
  • gameplay
  • story
  • music
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An original release title gets a remaster for the current gen.
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"Lucky's Tale" is a delightful 3D platformer game that follows Lucky, a curious and adventurous fox on a mission to rescue his sister from the grasp of a villainous creature. Explore lush environments, solve puzzles, and engage in thrilling battles as you journey through a variety of levels filled with challenges and hidden treasures. With its charming characters, engaging storyline, and captivating gameplay, "Lucky's Tale" offers an unforgettable experience for players of all ages.

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70%
Audience ScoreBased on 33 reviews
gameplay4 positive mentions
story3 negative mentions
  • The game features beautiful graphics and immersive environments, making it visually appealing in VR.
  • It's a fun and casual platformer that is easy to pick up and play, suitable for both kids and adults.
  • The game includes a variety of levels and challenges, providing replayability for completionists and those seeking collectibles.
  • The game suffers from control issues, particularly with the camera and character movement, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
  • There are significant bugs, including sound issues and controller compatibility problems, which detract from the overall experience.
  • The difficulty spikes in timed trials can be frustrating, especially given the game's control limitations and the return of instant deaths.
  • gameplay8 mentions

    The gameplay is characterized as a classic platformer with a fun and polished experience, particularly in VR, though it suffers from issues like poor aerial control and hitbox inconsistencies. While some players appreciate the vibrant characters and animations, others find the timed trials frustrating due to the game's mechanics. Overall, it offers quick, enjoyable fun for fans of the genre, despite lacking depth and certain mechanics from previous titles.

    • “Lots of original characters, music, and story, but gameplay is just a classic platformer. However, if you like that type of game, this is it, and it is in VR and it is fun.”
    • “Played it for like only 30 minutes or so, but I can already tell it is way beyond what I expected. It has super cool animations, effects, and sound effects, and it's fun to play. Just don't expect super deep game mechanics; it is a simple game in which you just hop in and have fun instantly. The different characters I found along the way wowed me a lot; I was just staring at them and observing their amazing visual qualities and behavior. The game feels very polished overall, and I'd recommend it for a little quick fun for everyone. It should surprise you with amazement. 5/5”
    • “It's pretty good; Lucky has floaty jump mechanics, which makes for easy platforming.”
    • “No sound during gameplay.”
    • “Unfortunately, they didn't implement Lucky's dig or slide mechanic from the aforementioned title, but that was expected, as this is a remake of Lucky's first game.”
    • “Gameplay ★★★☆☆☆☆☆☆☆ - 3/10”
  • story6 mentions

    The story in the game is generally considered weak or non-existent, with some reviewers noting that it lacks depth and connection to previous titles. While the original characters and music are appreciated, the focus remains on the classic platformer gameplay rather than a compelling narrative. Overall, players seeking a rich story may be disappointed, but those who enjoy platformers might still find it entertaining.

    • “Lots of original characters, music, and story. The gameplay is just a classic platformer, but if you enjoy that type of game, this is it. Plus, it's in VR and it's fun.”
    • “While NSLT is a remake of SLT, TLVR is a complete game of its own and is not directly connected to the story of the first game(s).”
    • “The story is basically non-existent, but it's a platformer.”
    • “While nslt is a remake of the slt, tlvr is a complete game of its own and is not directly connected to the story of the first game(s).”
    • “Story ★★★★★☆☆☆☆☆ - 5/10”
  • music5 mentions

    The music in the game is generally well-received, with users noting that it complements the various environments effectively. However, some players experienced issues with the volume settings resetting to zero upon starting the game, detracting from the overall experience. Overall, while the music is appreciated, the initial setup can be frustrating.

    • “The music and sound are good as well.”
    • “The music suits each environment perfectly.”
    • “Lots of original characters and music and story but gameplay is just a classic platformer; however, if you like that type of game, this is it and it is in VR and it is fun.”
    • “No music or sound when you start the game; the volume is set to zero in the options every time you enter the game.”
    • “Music ★★★★★☆☆☆☆☆ - 5/10”
    • “While there are lots of original characters and music, the gameplay is just a classic platformer.”
  • graphics5 mentions

    The graphics of the game are highly praised for their simplicity and beauty, earning an 8/10 rating. The visuals are described as gorgeous and well-polished, particularly in VR, making it accessible even for lower-end systems. While the camera movement may take some getting used to, the overall aesthetic is considered lovely and appealing, especially for a younger audience.

    • “This game is a 3D platformer for VR; it's obviously made for kids, but the visuals look amazing!”
    • “In general, it's an absolutely lovely game with gorgeous graphics, and it works perfectly in VR.”
    • “The graphics are highly polished in VR, and even a potato can run it.”
  • humor2 mentions

    The humor in the game is characterized as silly and enjoyable, with players finding it both funny and cool, making it a worthwhile experience.

    • “The funny fox platformer is silly, and I love it.”
    • “This game is funny and cool; it's worth every penny.”
  • replayability2 mentions

    The game offers decent replayability, particularly for completionists interested in speed runs and collecting items, despite its relatively short length. Players can find enough content to encourage multiple playthroughs.

    • “It's not a long game, but there is replayability for completionists, such as speed runs and finding collectibles.”
    • “There is lots of replayability here too, though I don't think it is that long.”
    • “It's not a long game, but there is replayability for completionists such as speed runs and finding collectibles.”
  • stability1 mentions

    Users report significant stability issues, including game glitches that can result in receiving unintended rewards, such as a gold medal with a 00:00 timer, which may subsequently corrupt in-game rewards and Steam achievements.

    • “It can happen that the game glitches out and you will get a gold medal for a timed trial with a 00:00 timer, yet the game permanently breaks your in-game rewards and Steam achievements along with it.”
    • “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to progress without losing your saved data.”
    • “I've experienced multiple instances where the game freezes during crucial moments, forcing me to restart and lose my progress.”
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