Moose Invasion
- November 12, 2017
- Daniel Meredith
Get on SteamMoose Invasion is a classic style arcade game in which you take on oversized native Canadian wildlife that use magic crystals to harness the powers of force fields, telekinesis and shooting lasers from their eyes. This is done to prevent their invasion of Earth from the newly colonized Mars, and to discover what secret is hidden below the surface of the used-to-be red planet which is creating an u…
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Windows
Reviews
- The game is a fun and engaging indie title that offers a unique arcade experience.
- Players appreciate the humor and creativity in the storyline, with many finding it entertaining and memorable.
- It's a free game, which adds value and makes it accessible to a wider audience.
- The graphics and overall visual quality are considered low, with some players criticizing the use of outdated pixel art.
- Controls can be confusing and unresponsive, leading to a frustrating gameplay experience for some users.
- The game suffers from technical limitations due to being built with GameMaker Studio, which affects its overall quality.
- gameplay4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Gameplay involves defending Earth from 2D retro pixel space mooses using a clunky spaceship and shooting mechanics. Some players have noted a learning curve, particularly regarding the control scheme, as the game primarily utilizes mouse input rather than keyboard.
“Gameplay consists of defending the Earth from 2D retro pixel space mooses by flying a clunky retro pixel spaceship and shooting them.”
“My biggest gripe is when I first started the game I assumed it used the keyboard, but the actual gameplay uses the mouse.”
“Gameplay consists of defending the Earth from 2D retro pixel space moose by flying a clunky retro pixel spaceship and shooting them.”
“My biggest gripe is when I first started the game I assumed it used keyboard controls, but the actual gameplay uses the mouse.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The graphics have received mixed feedback, with some users criticizing the use of outdated retro pixel art instead of modern visuals, while others praise the graphics highly, even rating them a perfect 10/10.
“Graphics alone make it 10/10”
“They chose to use obsolete retro pixel art as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
- story3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story is highly praised for its emotional depth, evoking laughter, tears, and joy as players follow the hero's quest to combat a moose invasion. Additionally, the inclusion of a readable narrative enhances the overall experience.
“The story was amazing; it made me laugh, cry, and smile throughout the journey our sacred hero takes to defeat the moose invasion.”
“I like that there's also a story for the game that you can read!”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization of the game is primarily free-to-play, a shift from its previous paid model, which contrasts with the common perception of games made with Gamemaker Studio as often being low-effort cash grabs.
“Very often, game maker studios are used to create shovelware and lazy cash grabs. In this case, the game is completely free, although it was once a paid game.”
“The monetization strategy feels exploitative, as it pushes players to spend money to enjoy the game fully.”
“I find the in-game purchases to be overpriced and unnecessary, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending a lot of money.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 200 % positive mentions
- -400 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or multiple attempts to progress effectively.
“Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
“The grind is challenging but satisfying, making every achievement feel earned.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
“I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I was getting nowhere.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is well-received, with players noting that it effectively elicits a range of emotions, including laughter, as they follow the engaging and whimsical story of a hero battling a moose invasion.
“The story was amazing; it made me laugh, cry, and smile throughout the journey our sacred hero takes to defeat the moose invasion.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is well-received, with particular praise for the announcer's deep-toned voice, which adds to the overall experience.
“I love the music, especially the announcer's voice with its deep tone.”
“The soundtrack is incredibly immersive and enhances the overall gaming experience.”
“The variety of music tracks keeps the gameplay fresh and engaging.”
