Marvellous Inc.
- December 14, 2016
- yancouto
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Get on itch.io StoreMarvellous Inc. is a coding puzzle game where you step into the role of a robot tester at MarvInc, solving puzzles and uncovering secrets about the company's revolutionary robots. With over 40 puzzles, multiple endings, and colorful characters, players can learn to code from scratch and impact MarvInc's future through their actions. This open-source zachlike game offers a unique blend of coding education, puzzle-solving, and immersive storytelling.
Reviews
- Great concept with funny lore and an intriguing subplot, making it enjoyable for programming enthusiasts.
- Challenging puzzles that encourage critical thinking and problem-solving, appealing to math and programming nerds.
- Open source nature of the game and reasonable pricing provide good value for players interested in programming.
- Steep learning curve that may overwhelm beginners, making it less accessible for those without programming experience.
- Frustrating debugging process and inconsistent syntax can detract from the overall gameplay experience.
- Excessive use of profanity and drug references may not be suitable for younger audiences or those seeking a more professional tone.
- gameplay2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay closely resembles that of Human Resource Machine, featuring a fantasy-themed assembly language, but it lacks some elements typical of a true zachlike, such as multiple saves and a histogram. Overall, it offers a familiar experience with a unique visual twist.
“The gameplay is very similar to Human Resource Machine; however, the visual language is replaced with a fantasy assembly language.”
“It falls short of a true 'Zachlike' in a number of ways (multiple saves, histogram), but otherwise offers pretty similar gameplay.”
“The gameplay is very similar to Human Resource Machine; however, the visual language is replaced with a fantasy assembly language.”
“Falls short of a true 'Zachlike' in a number of ways (multiple saves, histogram), but otherwise has pretty similar gameplay.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features a clever concept and amusing lore that adds a humorous touch, though the increasing difficulty in later chapters may leave programming beginners feeling overwhelmed.
“It has a great concept, funny lore, and a mysterious, intriguing subplot.”
“The humor is cleverly woven into the gameplay, making even the toughest challenges enjoyable.”
“The witty dialogue and hilarious character interactions kept me laughing throughout the game.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story is criticized for being immature and filled with profanity and drug references, detracting from the overall experience. Additionally, players find the narrative overshadowed by gameplay frustrations, such as inconsistent difficulty and debugging challenges. Overall, the story feels secondary to the mechanics of the game.
“The story is a captivating journey that keeps you engaged from start to finish, with well-developed characters and unexpected twists.”
“The narrative is rich and immersive, drawing players into a world filled with intrigue and emotional depth.”
“Each chapter unfolds beautifully, revealing layers of complexity that make the overall experience truly memorable.”
“If you look past the puerile storyline littered with profanity and drug references, the frustrating way you can't debug your programs without endless stepping, and the bizarrely inconsistent difficulty curve of the levels, you'll find an assembly language emulator masquerading as a game.”
“The story feels disjointed and lacks any real depth, making it hard to stay engaged with the characters or their motivations.”
“Despite the interesting premise, the narrative quickly devolves into a series of clichés and predictable plot twists that fail to captivate.”
