Nubs' Adventure
- October 12, 2015
- MaxBytes
- 3h median play time
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Get on Apple StoreIn "Nubs' Adventure," help Nubs rebuild his house alongside his friends, Ally and Brute, after it's destroyed by the evil Reds. Explore four regions filled with secrets, enemies, and traps. Control Nubs, Ally, and Brute, and fight epic bosses, solve puzzles, and collect diamonds in this metroidvania-style platformer with an awesome soundtrack and game controller support .
Reviews
- The game features beautiful art and a relaxing yet challenging gameplay experience.
- Controls are responsive and nearly perfect, enhancing the overall platforming experience.
- The soundtrack is beautiful, and the game offers a compelling story with a unique charm.
- Some gameplay mechanics, particularly involving the worm, can be frustrating and poorly designed.
- The game is relatively short, with many players wishing for a longer experience.
- There are instances of unclear boundaries and frustrating boss fights that can lead to repeated deaths.
- story5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The game's story is praised for its beauty and simplicity, providing a compelling narrative that enhances the overall experience, especially in contrast to typical action-oriented games. However, some players feel that the story is minimal, focusing primarily on collecting items rather than a deeper plot. Overall, it is considered a strong aspect of the game, contributing to its status as a favorite among players.
“Beautiful art, as well as a simple yet compelling story.”
“The story is a nice change of pace from the hack'n'slash or shoot-everything-that-moves tropes, and goes a long way to set a serene atmosphere.”
“+ great storyline.”
“Cons: no story here (just collecting diamonds to have your house built)”
“The story felt disjointed and lacked depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“I was really disappointed with the narrative; it felt like there was a lot of potential that was never realized.”
- gameplay5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a challenging yet rewarding experience, with players expressing both frustration and satisfaction. It combines simple mechanics with intricate details, offering a relaxing atmosphere while still presenting a fair level of difficulty. The game features a metroidvania structure that emphasizes exploration and backtracking, though some players noted a lack of new abilities to enhance progression.
“This is another wonderful underappreciated gem; the game is simple yet has a beautiful attention to detail. The gameplay is relaxing while still offering a challenge.”
“A beautiful little metroidvania with excellent music, challenging but fair gameplay, and a lot of heart.”
“This game was hard; I got very angry at parts and raged way too much, but it was all worth it. You should buy this game because it's probably one of my favorite platformers and overall one of my favorite games in terms of story, art, and gameplay.”
“Worst mechanic in the game.”
“It does have progression to new areas by backtracking through older areas, but the progression is through found keys and flipped switches rather than new abilities or mechanics not previously available.”
- music4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is consistently praised as beautiful and relaxing, enhancing the overall experience with its excellent quality. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as a standout feature, complementing the vibrant art and engaging gameplay.
“The platforming is great, the soundtrack is beautiful, and the art is incredibly consistent and very well done.”
“A beautiful little metroidvania with excellent music, challenging but fair gameplay, and a lot of heart.”
“Controls are generally pretty good, graphics are vibrant and stylish, the music is very relaxing and well-done.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its quirky humor, which complements its challenging gameplay and vibrant environments, making it an enjoyable experience overall.
“A quirky little platformer with enough challenge, humor, and colorful environments to make it worth checking out.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for being vibrant and stylish, contributing to an overall appealing visual experience in the game.
“The graphics are vibrant and stylish, creating a visually stunning experience.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is praised for its serene quality, offering a refreshing departure from typical hack-and-slash or shoot-'em-up gameplay, which enhances the overall storytelling experience.
“The story is a nice change of pace from the hack-and-slash or shoot-everything-that-moves tropes, and goes a long way to set a serene atmosphere.”
“The haunting soundtrack and beautifully crafted environments create an immersive atmosphere that draws you in.”
“Every corner of the game world is filled with intricate details that enhance the overall atmosphere, making it feel alive and vibrant.”
