Odysseus Kosmos and his Robot Quest
- December 1, 2017
- Pavel Kostin
Get on Steam"Odysseus Kosmos and his Robot Quest" is a pixelated adventure game set on the spaceship San-Francisco. Thirty years after the crew's disappearance, only engineer Odysseus and robot Barton remain. When equipment malfunctions and rats threaten, Odysseus must solve puzzles to rescue his crew, uncover mysteries, and get back home. The game features intelligent puzzles, a humorous storyline, and references to classic sci-fi titles.
Nintendo Switch
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features beautiful graphics and a unique art style that combines cartoonish pixel art with realism.
- The story is engaging and filled with humor, with entertaining character interactions that add to the overall experience.
- The hint system, while sometimes lacking, can help players progress through the game, and the nostalgic feel appeals to fans of classic point-and-click adventures.
- Many puzzles are poorly designed, often requiring random guessing or backtracking, which can lead to frustration.
- The characters are generally unlikable, and their dialogue can be tedious and overly verbose, detracting from the enjoyment of the game.
- The gameplay can feel slow and tedious, with a lack of clear direction or logic in puzzle-solving, making it difficult for players to progress without external help.
- story82 mentions
- 37 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The game's story is a mix of humor and silliness, featuring a reluctant hero, Odysseus, and a series of foolish tasks that engage players despite their absurdity. While some reviewers found the narrative interesting and well-paced, others criticized it for being thin and overshadowed by overly complex puzzles that detracted from the storytelling experience. Overall, the story has potential and charm, but its execution varies, leading to a mixed reception among players.
“An interesting story with plenty of playtime for your money.”
“The story unfolds nicely, containing a nice balance between revealing foreshadowing and not giving away too much too soon.”
“I thought the story was engaging and though I kind of figured out what happened, I wanted to keep going as to the hows and whys.”
“The story is very thin and inconsequential, the characters (both of them) are unlikable and annoying (their 'friendly banter' is unbearably awful), the puzzles are repetitive and require backtracking and moon logic all the time - the whole game feels more like a tiring, annoying chore than a game.”
“The entire prologue and the first two chapters don't even have much of a plot to speak of - they mostly consist of exploring the uneasy relationship between Odysseus and Barton as they fix mechanical problems around the ship.”
“The only real complaint that I have about the game is that it was a bit too heavy on the puzzles without enough story to carry them.”
- graphics20 mentions
- 70 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their quality, with many reviewers highlighting the beautiful pixel art, vibrant colors, and impressive animations that evoke a nostalgic sci-fi atmosphere. While the artwork is considered a strong point, some players note that the overall experience is marred by gameplay difficulties, which may overshadow the visual appeal.
“The graphics and animation are great, the sound is good - and the main theme is awesome.”
“I love the graphics and the colors are beautiful, plus it’s a sci-fi game and I love sci-fi!”
“The artwork is really nice and with a bit of imagination you feel like being onboard a space station of the 70's.”
“Decent graphics and passable music; the low-cost voice acting is a clever idea but it becomes grating pretty quickly.”
- humor18 mentions
- 89 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with many praising the hilarious character exchanges and witty dialogues that enhance the overall experience. However, some players expected a more overt comedic tone based on the game's tags, noting that while it contains funny elements, it may not fully align with traditional comedy. Overall, the humor is described as natural and well-integrated into the story, contributing to an enjoyable gameplay experience.
“The exchanges between the characters are hilarious and give you a really enjoyable time.”
“An interesting game, with funny dialogues and a cool story.”
“Great handmade game, with tons of humor!”
“It is supposed to be funny, I guess, but it is not.”
- gameplay8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
Gameplay is marred by minor issues, including unresponsive areas that hinder movement, and a lack of engaging plot in the early chapters, which primarily focus on character interactions and mechanical repairs. Many players feel that the two-hour experience does not justify its cost, highlighting a need for more substantial content.
“The entire prologue and the first two chapters mostly consist of exploring the uneasy relationship between Odysseus and Barton as they fix mechanical problems around the ship.”
“It's not cheap for 2 hours worth of gameplay.”
“Minor spelling errors and a few gameplay issues (such as certain areas not responding to clicks, making it hard to move about the room).”
“But the main issue is the gameplay.”
“The entire prologue and the first two chapters don't even have much of a plot to speak of - they mostly consist of exploring the uneasy relationship between Odysseus and Barton as they fix mechanical problems around the ship.”
- music8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some praising its beauty and integration into the overall experience, while others find it weak or passable. The low-cost voice acting is noted as a clever idea, but it can become grating over time. Overall, while the music contributes positively to the atmosphere, it may not be strong enough to leave a lasting impression.
“Funny setting and dialogues, interesting story, beautiful music and nice interface.”
“Great art, music and sounds are good, that's about it.”
“One thing is a pity: the musical accompaniment is too weak.”
“Decent graphics and passable music; the low-cost 'voice acting' is a clever idea, but it becomes grating pretty quickly.”
- atmosphere4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game effectively creates an atmosphere of strange loneliness, skillfully balancing humor with a sense of isolation throughout its lengthy playtime. Its point-and-click mechanics are reminiscent of classic space adventure games, enhancing the overall experience.
“It has jokes and some lighter moments, but the game does a wonderful job of building an atmosphere of strange loneliness over a very long playtime.”
“Point and click with a space atmosphere (ever heard of Roger Wilco?).”
