Mighty Goose

Mighty Goose is a great reminder that video games need not take themselves too seriously to be fun.

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Mighty Goose is a fast-paced run-and-gun shooter with tight controls and customizable playing styles. Battle against enormous bosses, pilot war-machine vehicles, and collect upgrades and secondary weapons to take down the galaxy-conquering Void King and his army. This action-packed game features numerous secrets and challenges to test your skill, timing, and reflexes.

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83%

Audience ScoreBased on 576 reviews

gameplay54 positive mentions

Mighty Goose features fantastic pixel art and a vibrant soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
The gameplay is fast-paced and satisfying, reminiscent of classic run-and-gun games like Metal Slug.
The game offers a variety of weapons and upgrades, allowing for different playstyles and strategies.

The game is very short, with many players completing it in under 4 hours, leading to concerns about replayability.
Enemy projectiles can be difficult to see due to visual clutter, making it hard to avoid damage during chaotic scenes.
The co-op mode is underwhelming, as the second player controls a sidekick that lacks meaningful gameplay impact.

gameplay
104 mentions
52 % positive mentions
44 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally praised for its fast-paced, smooth mechanics and engaging run-and-gun action, reminiscent of classic titles like Metal Slug and Contra. Players appreciate the variety of weapons and customization options, though some mechanics, such as bullet coloration and co-op gameplay, have been criticized for causing confusion and frustration. Overall, while the game offers a fun experience with excellent pixel art and sound, it could benefit from further refinement and variety to maintain long-term interest.
- “The gameplay is fast and smooth, and I enjoy the various weapons you can collect in the levels to change up combat (though I very much favor the shotgun any chance I can get it).”
- “If you're in the mood for a fast-paced run-and-gunner, with fantastic graphics, super responsive gameplay, and fast arcade-style action with extremely fun mechanics and dynamics, this game hits the spot.”
- “Great run and gun gameplay, great music.”
- “There is also this awful mechanic they got from MS where firing next to an enemy will melee them instead of shooting, which doesn't work too great here when the game gets cute and pops 20 enemies on the screen at once and then you die because one sticks to your face while the rest keep shooting at you.”
- “You either add variety to your enemies by changing their appearance, mechanics, or both; in this case, that doesn't happen as much nor in such meaningful ways, and in turn, the game becomes quite stale.”
- “The only real downside to the gameplay is, as many others have mentioned, the bullet coloration; yours and the enemies' are the same color and get very hard to distinguish between during combat.”
graphics
83 mentions
69 % positive mentions
28 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charming pixel art style, vibrant colors, and detailed character designs, evoking a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic titles like Metal Slug. While the visuals are generally considered beautiful and cohesive, some players noted occasional graphical quirks and overwhelming screen clutter during intense action sequences. Overall, the art direction and soundtrack contribute significantly to the game's appeal, making it a visually engaging experience.
- “Mighty Goose is a super fun time, with stylish action, beautiful visuals, and a bangin' soundtrack.”
- “Blastmode has crafted a great art style in this game that feels timeless, and there is a ton of fantastic and fun detail to the various worlds and characters.”
- “The graphics are fantastic even if they sometimes veer too close to Metal Slug's designs (the vehicles especially). The movement is smooth like butter, with some polish issues. The weapons are punchy and the wide variety of vehicles keeps things fresh.”
- “The game does strive for similar but not exactly the same graphics as Metal Slug, and while they do fall short, it is as close as one could get with a comparatively smaller budget.”
- “Machinegun works fine, Tesla is kinda cool but has the worst visuals filling up the screen; the rocket launcher is likely the worst as the game requires you to shoot down small enemies or projectiles, thus removing your ability to do so.”
- “Personally, I think the game is worth it for the graphics, goose aesthetic, and OST alone, but other than that, it's hard to recommend.”
music
75 mentions
79 % positive mentions
17 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, described as a "bangin' soundtrack" that enhances the overall experience with its catchy and engaging tunes. Players appreciate the variety of tracks across levels, noting that the soundtrack is both enjoyable and memorable, often getting stuck in their heads. Overall, the combination of great pixel art and a solid musical score contributes significantly to the game's charm and fun factor.
- “Mighty Goose is a super fun time, with stylish action, beautiful visuals, and a bangin' soundtrack.”
- “The soundtrack is super fun and gets me pumped; sometimes the main theme still gets in my head.”
- “Music is absolutely fantastic (please add the soundtrack as DLC or something, I need it on my playlists ASAP!)”
- “Personally, I think the game is worth it for the graphics, goose aesthetic, and OST alone, but other than that, it's hard to recommend it.”
- “I'd like it if we could buy the soundtrack for a couple of bucks because it sounds great too.”
- “Great game with neat pixel graphics and decent soundtracks.”
story
54 mentions
22 % positive mentions
72 % neutral mentions
6 % negative mentions
The story of "Mighty Goose" is generally considered simplistic and lacking depth, with many players expressing a desire for more character development, choices, and a compelling narrative. While the game focuses on fun, fast-paced gameplay and offers a light-hearted experience, it falls short in delivering a memorable plot, often feeling like an afterthought. Despite its shortcomings, the game serves as an enjoyable pick-up-and-play title, appealing to those looking for straightforward action rather than a complex storyline.
- “Progressing in the story unlocks abilities and companions to help you in battle.”
- “The story is simple and pure in its efforts to be about making friends no matter the background, and so the game serves as a feel-good pick-up-and-play staple in my game library for when I just want to honk and shoot my way to saving the universe.”
- “Here's why: every mechanic is useful, all loading screen tips help you, easy to use pause menu, easy to use settings, great combat system that can easily be mastered, funny and good dialogue, great story, funny, and a whole lot more.”
- “Due to the fact that the CGI is very simple and there is no voice acting, most players don't care about the story.”
- “The game is extraordinarily short, finishing the base story at the 2-hour mark owing to its old-fashioned arcade-style content paired with modern conveniences (life bar and infinite continues significantly cuts down the game's difficulty curve).”
- “The story is nonsense, but stops me to have NPCs talk along the way with text boxes I'm pressing as fast as I can to get through.”
humor
27 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its charming and humorous elements, drawing comparisons to the Metal Slug series with its silly mechanics and engaging dialogue. Players enjoy the comedic aspects of controlling a goose in various absurd scenarios, including the use of a "honk" button and humorous weapon interactions. Overall, the humor is a standout feature that enhances the gameplay experience, making it both fun and entertaining.
- “This game is a salute to the Metal Slug games, where you control a cute goose and pick up weapons like machine guns, shotguns, or rockets, and vehicles including tanks, motorcycles, and warplanes. When you hit enemies, they will be sent flying and dramatically throw away weapons or have them spin, which looks funny enough.”
- “But there's a honk button, and being a fat goose in a robot suit was funny.”
- “Between the funny goose-isms, excellent pixel art, and fun weapons, there’s a lot to enjoy here.”
replayability
22 mentions
36 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
14 % negative mentions
The game offers a moderate level of replayability, primarily through unique levels that can be replayed at higher difficulties and a ranking system that encourages players to improve their scores. However, its short length—often completed in under two hours—limits the overall motivation to replay, with some players feeling that the unlockable "new game+" mode does not significantly enhance the experience. While there are selectable upgrades and a few design elements that support replayability, many reviewers express a desire for more substantial content to encourage repeated play.
- “There is quite a bit of replayability baked in because each level is unique and can be replayed at a higher difficulty once the game is completed.”
- “For starters, this is a highly replayable game if you like scoring systems, like rankings, getting A, B, C, etc. for different levels.”
- “If you like short games with good replay value, do not miss this hidden gem.”
- “There's an unlockable 'new game+' mode that raises the difficulty a bit, but the difference is not that noticeable, so don't expect too much replayability.”
- “The last issue is that the game is extremely short; you can probably complete it in less than two hours, and while the game does have replayability here and there, I personally didn't find it to be motivating enough to convince me to replay the game.”
- “It's not necessarily a bad thing as there is a ranking system and you unlock a contextualized higher difficulty once you beat the final stage to increase replayability, but I'm a little disappointed there wasn't more.”
optimization
6 mentions
67 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game features optimized character control, providing a smooth gameplay experience reminiscent of classic run-and-gun titles like Mega Man, with performance consistently hitting an excellent 60fps.
- “Optimized character control.”
- “I love a run and gun game akin to Mega Man, and it runs smoothly.”
- “Performance: excellent (solid 60fps).”
character development
4 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game features impressive character designs and backgrounds, contributing to its overall fun and engaging experience. Players appreciate the delightful art style and bouncy soundtrack, which enhance the character development aspect.
- “Amazing character designs and backgrounds as well.”
- “This game is fun to play, and has a delightful art style, a bouncy soundtrack, and good character design.”
emotional
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is marred by confusing level design, which creates frustration rather than engagement. Players feel torn between the urge to progress quickly and the penalties for doing so, leading to a disjointed experience that detracts from emotional immersion.