Makis Adventure

71%
Game Brain Score Based on 34 reviews
  • story
  • graphics
  • music
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"Makis Adventure" is a platformer game that allows both single-player and local multi-player modes for up to 2 players. The game features a roguelike dungeon-gameplay with 2D pixel art and a 3D hub world for traveling between islands. Players can unlock three different shark shapes, defeat powerful bosses, and explore various islands filled with innovative platforming and hidden treasures.

  • Windows
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Reviews

71%
Audience ScoreBased on 34 reviews
graphics3 positive mentions
grinding3 negative mentions
  • The game features a fun and unique shark transformation mechanic that adds variety to gameplay.
  • The pixel art and character design are charming, creating an enjoyable visual experience.
  • The game offers a mix of engaging mini-games and side quests, enhancing the overall fun factor.
  • The combat system feels underdeveloped and lacks depth, making battles less engaging.
  • The level design is criticized for being linear and disjointed, detracting from the Metroidvania experience.
  • There are several bugs and issues with controller support that can hinder gameplay.
  • story7 mentions

    The game's story is described as simple and basic, primarily revolving around a single act of collecting three items and defeating a villain. While the narrative lacks depth, it features enjoyable character dialogue and visually appealing cutscenes. Overall, the focus is more on gameplay and exploration rather than a complex storyline.

    • “Maki's adventure is a lovingly crafted metroidvania; it's more linear than open world exploration, but it's mixed in with a healthy dose of backtracking and character missions that have you exploring the different islands.”
    • “The story isn't anything with much depth, pretty basic (so far), but the dialog banter between characters is fun.”
    • “Cool, but also simple story with voice acting and cool graphic cutscenes.”
    • “The story and level design is all over the place.”
    • “The game seems to be an adventure game but not heavy on the story.”
    • “The story isn't anything with much depth, pretty basic (so far) but the dialog banter between characters is fun.”
  • graphics6 mentions

    The graphics of the game are described as colorful and appealing, featuring a charming 2D pixel art style for levels and a refreshing 3D pixel art style for the overmap. However, some reviewers criticize the visuals as basic and lacking personality, suggesting that the game would benefit from more artistic refinement. Overall, while the graphics have their strengths, they are seen as the game's primary highlight amidst other shortcomings.

    • “Cool, but also simple story with voice acting and cool graphic cutscenes.”
    • “Colourful and appealing graphics.”
    • “Makis Adventure is so far a funny little platformer with light Metroidvania, souls-like, and riddle inspirations, featuring a charming 2D pixel art style for levels/dungeons and a refreshing 3D pixel art style for traveling through the overmap.”
    • “Sadly, this is the only thing the game really has going for it, as the visuals are basic without any personality and the audio is a joke.”
    • “The artwork is not the greatest, and I think the game would benefit greatly from a good artist.”
  • music5 mentions

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players praise it as wonderful and emotionally impactful, others criticize it for being inconsistent and lacking cohesion due to the use of soundtracks from various composers. Overall, the soundtrack evokes a modern action exploration vibe, but its varied quality leaves some players wanting more consistency.

    • “The music is also amazing, feels like something out of a modern action exploration game and really touched me.”
    • “Wonderful music.”
    • “Judging by the end credits, the developer used soundtracks from different composers, creating an OST that lacks any consistency.”
  • gameplay4 mentions

    The gameplay features fluid and polished mechanics, with enjoyable core metroidvania elements, despite some experimental and disjointed ideas. While combat is considered an afterthought, the inclusion of various gameplay references adds to the overall experience, making it a joyful homage to classic titles.

    • “The shark mechanic's quite nice!”
    • “Playing this game, I found some gameplay references to DuckTales (pogo), Donkey Kong Country (minecarts, collectibles), and Souls (stamina and i-frames); it's a joy!”
    • “While a vast majority of its gameplay ideas feel slapped together and experimental, the core metroidvania elements of this one-man indie remain enjoyable – even if combat is a complete afterthought.”
    • “This is apparent with the similar game mechanics and movement that feel fluid and polished.”
  • grinding3 mentions

    Players express mixed feelings about grinding in the game; while some find the achievement hunting excessively grindy and time-consuming, others appreciate the overall balance of challenge and enjoyment, noting that the game met their expectations without being overly difficult.

    • “The main downside is how hard and grindy it would be to get all of the achievements.”
    • “I beat the game pretty much 100%, exploring all areas and doing all side quests (apart from the fishing minigame and the ridiculously grindy achievements) and even then it only took me one sitting of about 2 hours.”
    • “I didn't want a super hard and grindy game, and it fulfilled my expectations perfectly.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    While the combat may have its flaws, particularly with frustrating boss mechanics, players still find moments of emotional engagement during intense encounters. The challenges presented can evoke a sense of tension and investment, despite the occasional unfairness in gameplay.

  • optimization1 mentions

    The game is noted for its smooth performance and high level of polish, indicating strong optimization.

    • “It runs smoothly and is incredibly polished.”
    • “The optimization is top-notch, making for a seamless gaming experience.”
    • “I appreciate how well the game performs on lower-end hardware without sacrificing quality.”
  • character development1 mentions

    Character development is highlighted by the creative and appealing design of NPCs, which adds charm and personality to the game. Players appreciate the uniqueness of each character, enhancing their overall experience.

    • “Character design is probably my favorite; all the NPCs you meet are really cute and creative.”
    • “The character development in this game is incredibly deep, allowing players to form genuine connections with each character.”
    • “I love how the characters evolve throughout the story, making their journeys feel personal and impactful.”
  • humor1 mentions

    The humor in "Makis Adventure" is characterized by its lighthearted tone, complementing the game's charming 2D pixel art and engaging gameplay elements inspired by metroidvania and souls-like genres. Players appreciate the whimsical nature of the platformer, which adds a refreshing touch to the overall experience.

    • “Makis Adventure is a funny little platformer with light Metroidvania, Souls-like, and riddle inspirations, featuring a charming 2D pixel art style for levels and dungeons, along with a refreshing 3D pixel art style for traveling through the overmap.”
  • stability1 mentions

    The game experiences occasional clunkiness and bugs, but given that it is primarily a one-developer project, the developer is proactive in addressing issues promptly.

    • “From time to time, it's a little clunky and buggy, but this game is basically a one-developer project, who seems to take care of bugs ASAP.”
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