Maptroid: Worlds

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Maptroid: Worlds is a single player action game. It was developed by lozzajp and was released on December 12, 2022. It received very positive reviews from players.

Maptroid: Worlds is a procedurally generated action-adventure game where you explore, fight enemies, and solve puzzles across different planets. With each playthrough, levels are unique, offering a fresh challenge. Collect upgrades and power-ups to aid in your journey and defeat the final boss.

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Audience ScoreBased on 124 reviews

story4 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

Clever concept with a charming and minimalist design that focuses on exploration and map completion.
Great music and sound design enhance the relaxing gameplay experience.
Offers multiple game modes and challenges, providing a satisfying experience for completionists.

The main game is very short, often completed in under 10 minutes, which may leave players wanting more content.
Some game modes feel repetitive and lack depth, leading to a sense of mindlessness in gameplay.
The absence of user map support and limited mechanics may disappoint players looking for a more robust experience.

gameplay
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
72%
14%
The gameplay is described as a blend of core metroidvania mechanics and additional modes, appealing to enthusiasts and completionists alike. While the presentation is minimalistic, it effectively complements the gameplay experience, which some players feel could benefit from more mechanics and challenges. Overall, the game captures the essence of its genre but leaves players wanting more content and variety.
- “The presentation here is spartan, but it perfectly suits both the core conceit and gameplay itself.”
- “Clever idea, well-done gameplay, enjoyable for metroidvania enthusiasts and completionists.”
- “It reminds me of open world games in that sense -- it distills a core mechanic from a popular genre down to its essence.”
- “The gameplay is pretty much identical.”
- “Could have been longer and have some actual mechanics from mini-games.”
- “On the contrary, seeing the map of the first game without gameplay made me mad.”
story
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
65%
15%
The story mode is generally considered short, lasting about 20-30 minutes, but it is described as satisfying and enjoyable, providing a nice escape from reality. While players appreciate the main and minor story modes, many feel that the main story could benefit from further expansion. Additionally, some users noted limitations, such as the inability to replay the story from the beginning and delayed access to certain narrative elements.
- “The main game and minor story modes are nice, and even though it is short, it is a good game to play whenever you need a break from reality.”
- “Although short, there's plenty to do after completing the main story.”
- “The story mode is pretty short yet oddly satisfying.”
- “The only real gripe is that you don't get to read discs until very late into the story.”
- “It's short, but it doesn't let you replay the story from scratch.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in this metroidvania is highly praised, with reviewers highlighting its gorgeous soundtrack that enhances the gameplay experience. Many players found themselves revisiting locations just to enjoy the unique tunes, indicating that the music is a standout feature that complements the game's overall charm.
- “Special callout here for the music: the soundtrack is gorgeous and I found myself revisiting planets just to hear their particular tunes.”
- “A fun little metroidvania with really great music and without all those pesky lame graphics and platforming and boss fights.”
- “- goes in pack with cool music and additional puzzles.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its charming sense of humor and well-crafted background lore, despite being short in length. While some grammar mistakes are noted, they are perceived as intentional and add to the overall comedic effect, contributing to the game's fun and lighthearted atmosphere.
- “It's certainly a short game, but it's got a good sense of humor and lovingly crafted background lore.”
- “There are some grammar mistakes, but they come off as intentional and intending to be humorous or charming.”
- “A fun little game with a wonderful sense of humor.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The graphics of the game are described as minimal yet effective, complementing the overall experience alongside its great music and sound effects. Users appreciate how the visuals enhance the gameplay without overwhelming it with complexity.
- “The sound effects and visuals really help sell this minimal game.”
- “A fun little metroidvania with really great music, but the graphics are quite lacking.”
- “The visuals are minimal and do not enhance the overall experience.”
- “The graphics feel outdated and detract from the enjoyment of the game.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat tedious, even when utilizing the largest uncover option to expedite the process.
- “Although a few tasks are kind of tedious, even with the largest uncover option.”
- “Grinding can feel repetitive and exhausting, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “The amount of time required to level up feels excessive and detracts from the overall enjoyment.”