Montezuma's Revenge
- October 13, 2020
- Normal Distribution LLC
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Get on Apple Store"Montezuma's Revenge" is a reboot of the 80's classic game, developed by the original creator. Explore the Aztec pyramid, collect keys, jewels, swords, and the coveted torch while avoiding obstacles. The game features new improvements while maintaining the key elements of the original Atari version.
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Reviews
- The game successfully captures the nostalgia of the original, providing a fun and challenging platforming experience.
- The addition of both modern and retro graphics allows players to choose their preferred visual style, enhancing replayability.
- Gameplay is simple to understand but difficult to master, making it appealing for both new players and those familiar with the classic.
- The modern graphics and sound design have been criticized for lacking charm and coherence, detracting from the overall experience.
- The game is considered overly difficult, with some players frustrated by the lack of continues and punishing mechanics.
- Clunky menus and technical issues, such as screen tearing and unresponsive controls, have been reported, impacting the enjoyment of the game.
- graphics16 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the modernized visuals and additional features, while others criticize the remastered graphics for their poor quality and lack of a cohesive style. The retro mode is praised for its faithful representation of classic 8-bit aesthetics, but opinions vary widely on the overall effectiveness of the graphical updates. Ultimately, players are divided on whether to embrace the new graphics or stick with the nostalgic retro look.
“I really dig the remastered graphics.”
“Old school fun in better graphics.”
“I love the modernized graphics as well.”
“The 'retro' graphics have scaling artifacts (the blurry kind), even at native resolution.”
“The 'remastered' graphics are just repelling, with JPEG artifacts all over and no consistent visual style, seemingly picked from a free image library.”
“Avoid the new version - it's just horrible, both: graphics and sounds - bleeeh :(”
- gameplay9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay is largely faithful to classic platformers, featuring retro mechanics reminiscent of early titles like Donkey Kong, which some players find frustrating. While there are minor quality of life updates and improved visuals and sounds, the core gameplay remains unchanged and does not introduce revolutionary mechanics.
“Gameplay is very much of the era.”
“Played in retro mode, this is a perfect port, faithful to the original in gameplay, visuals (bright and beautiful pixels), and sound (almost).”
“It still follows the rules and mechanics of some of the very first platformers like Donkey Kong (1981).”
“Mechanics are super annoying.”
“When looking at some screenshots one might think that this must have similar gameplay to something like Mega Man, but you couldn't be more wrong.”
“Do not expect revolutionary mechanics.”
- music3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game is noted for its distinctiveness, featuring a variety of tracks that enhance the treasure room experience. Players appreciate the inclusion of new compositions alongside retro-style options, contributing to both the modern and nostalgic elements of the game. Overall, the music is well-received, complementing the updated graphics and sound effects.
“The game features a variety of different treasure room music that enhances the overall experience.”
“It is its own beast, including a number of extra features such as newer graphics, new music, and a scrolling screen, which I found a bit disorienting for my old head's muscle memory. Of course, there's also a retro mode that makes it look like those classic 8-bit versions.”
“The combination of graphics, music, and sound effects creates an immersive atmosphere.”
“The different treasure room music is quite jarring and doesn't fit the overall theme of the game.”
“The new music feels out of place and detracts from the nostalgic experience that fans of the original game might expect.”
“While the game includes new music, it lacks the charm and memorability of the classic soundtracks.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game is not explicitly detailed in the reviews, but it is compared favorably to the exemplary approach seen in "The Dragon's Trap," suggesting that it may offer a fair and engaging experience without aggressive monetization tactics.
