Odd Island

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Odd Island is a single player action game. It was developed by MACKINN7 and was released on October 25, 2018. It received very positive reviews from players.

"Odd Island" is a casual boss rush mini-game with a hold and gun mechanic, offering a playtime of 20-35 minutes. Players will face off against an array of bosses in a single location, with the game's difficulty geared towards a more relaxed experience. The game's compact nature and easy-going challenge make it a perfect fit for quick playthroughs and repeat play.

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91%

Audience ScoreBased on 23 reviews

music6 positive mentions

The game features charming and delightful art, with a cute design that appeals to players.
Gameplay is fast-paced and chaotic, providing a fun challenge that keeps players engaged.
The developer has shown commitment to improving the game through constant updates and feedback incorporation.

The game has undergone significant changes that some players feel have downgraded the overall experience, losing features like weapon variety and power-ups.
Controls can be awkward and unintuitive, with issues like limited key binding options and a confusing HUD that detracts from the gameplay experience.
The lack of a clear plot and repetitive gameplay can make the experience feel shallow and less engaging over time.

music
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game features electronic vibes that some players found underwhelming, although the tutorial stage's tune received positive remarks. While the music and graphics were initially praised, many reviewers feel that the overall experience has declined, leading to a significant drop in their ratings. Additionally, the audio settings have been criticized for their confusing slider functionality, which complicates the adjustment of music and sound effects.
- “The game art is charming and delightful to look at while the game music fits the action of the game.”
- “The music has very electronic vibes and... I liked the tune for the tutorial stage.”
- “The music has very electronic vibes and it didn't particularly stand out for me, but I liked the tune for the tutorial stage.”
- “In the options menu, there are two sliders for the audio: one simply labeled 'audio' and the other 'music'.”
- “The strange thing is that, while the 'music' slider adjusts the music, the 'audio' slider adjusts not the effects, but the master audio (both music and sounds).”
gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by beautiful art and fast-paced, chaotic action, providing a fun yet somewhat repetitive experience. While the mechanics are not particularly complex, some players may find the gameplay counterintuitive after extended play. Overall, it offers a quick challenge that can be enjoyable for those who appreciate its vibrant aesthetics.
- “Well, it can get repetitive, but the colorful aesthetics and the fast-paced, chaotic gameplay can give some players a good quick challenge.”
- “Beautiful art, fun gameplay.”
- “First of all, don't expect particularly complicated mechanics.”
- “After 1 hour of gameplay, I wanted to leave a review.”
- “Gameplay-wise, I must say it feels a bit... counterintuitive.”
graphics
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are generally praised for their cute art style, vibrant colors, and well-designed backgrounds and characters, contributing to an engaging visual experience. However, some players feel that the graphics have declined from the game's initial release, leading to a mixed reception overall. While the aesthetics can enhance the fast-paced gameplay, repetitiveness may detract from the overall enjoyment.
- “I really like the art style: the characters have cute designs, the backgrounds are essential and well designed, the colors stand out particularly, while the monsters have a detailed appearance.”
- “Its a quick game to waste time; the art style is cute.”
- “Music and graphics are still as good as ever.”
- “The graphics are quite basic and lack detail, making the game feel less immersive.”
- “The character designs are cute, but the overall graphics feel outdated and could use a significant upgrade.”
- “While the art style is colorful, the environments are repetitive and lack variety, which detracts from the overall experience.”