Odysseus Kosmos: Point & Click
"Odysseus Kosmos: Point & Click" is an adventure game set in space, where you play as a cosmonaut solving puzzles to progress the intriguing story. With exceptional graphics and plenty of humor, this pixel point-and-click game offers a unique and engaging experience for players. Get ready to embark on a thrilling journey through space and uncover the mysteries that await you.
Reviews
- The game features a nostalgic point-and-click style with a humorous storyline that many players find engaging.
- The graphics and retro design are well-received, reminiscent of classic adventure games, which adds to the overall charm.
- Players appreciate the challenging puzzles that require creative thinking, making the gameplay rewarding when solutions are found.
- Many users are frustrated by the frequent need for pixel hunting, which can lead to confusion and the feeling of being stuck.
- The game is criticized for its pricing model, as players feel misled by the initial free demo that requires payment for subsequent episodes.
- Several bugs and glitches have been reported, particularly in later episodes, which can hinder progress and diminish the overall experience.
- story59 mentions
- 63 % positive mentions
- 32 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The game's story is widely praised for its engaging and humorous narrative, reminiscent of classic point-and-click adventures, with many players appreciating its nostalgic elements and emotional depth. While some users noted that certain plot points remain unexplained and that additional content requires payment, the overall consensus is that the storyline is creative, entertaining, and well-integrated with the gameplay. However, a few players experienced technical issues that hindered their ability to fully enjoy the story.
“Awesome game with a great sense of humor and an unexpected emotional conclusion to the story. I can't wait for more pixelated point-and-click goodness and to see where the story goes.”
“Love the retro feel and humor of this game, lots of in-jokes and nods to classic games and films, with a brilliant story of its own - had me hooked!”
“The story is funny and engaging, and while it needs some optimization, I know the developers are working on it. Good luck!”
“You need to pay a small amount of money to see the entire storyline, but why would the developer do otherwise?”
“I can't interact with anything and I can't proceed to play the game, and it sucks because I really want to see the whole story.”
“It's a puzzle-like game, the story plot is vague.”
- humor34 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised for its clever dialogue, engaging characters, and nostalgic references to classic point-and-click adventures. Reviewers note that while the humor is often spot-on and entertaining, some content may not be suitable for children, suggesting a need for discretion. Overall, the blend of humor with an interesting storyline and challenging puzzles contributes to a fun and immersive gaming experience.
“A well-crafted mix of old game dynamics, modern plot, and immersive soundtrack, with the addition of good direction and humor.”
“Lots of fun sci-fi and techno references and great snarky humor between the main characters and a fun enthralling story.”
“Love the mix of humor, strategy, plot, and puzzles.”
- graphics27 mentions
- 74 % positive mentions
- 15 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are widely praised for their beautiful retro-style design, evoking nostalgia for classic 90s games with cartoonish visuals and immersive art. While many players appreciate the overall aesthetic and its alignment with the game's engaging story, some note that character designs could be improved. Overall, the graphics contribute significantly to the game's charm and appeal, enhancing the puzzle-solving experience.
“It has beautiful retro-style artwork design, and an interesting sci-fi story.”
“I love the 8-bit look and feel of the graphics and the storyline is really cool.”
“Really fun game with great graphics and an entertaining story.”
“Bad graphics and boring game.”
“Graphics yet still easy to tell what everything is.”
“I love the graphics but I can't get through the beginning of the game.”
- gameplay12 mentions
- 42 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The gameplay is primarily point-and-click, featuring engaging mechanics, appealing designs, and a strong musical score that enhances the experience. While many players find it entertaining and well-integrated with the storyline, some criticize the slow text pacing, which can detract from the overall enjoyment. Overall, the gameplay is described as engrossing and satisfying, with a good balance of humor and narrative.
“The gameplay consists of regular point and click, but it isn't short of anything interesting.”
“The UI and mechanics are *chef's kiss*.”
“Engrossing and satisfying gameplay.”
“The gameplay lacks any flow.”
“The gameplay consists of regular point-and-click mechanics, but it isn't particularly interesting.”
“There is a need for more point-and-click games that effectively combine gameplay and storyline.”
- music11 mentions
- 55 % positive mentions
- 18 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its immersive quality and ability to enhance the overall experience, with standout elements like the opening song and a well-crafted soundtrack that complements the gameplay and visuals. However, some users have reported technical issues, such as the game freezing while the music continues to play, which detracts from the experience. Overall, the combination of engaging music and sound effects contributes significantly to the game's appeal.
“A well-crafted mix of old game dynamics, modern plot, and immersive soundtrack, with the addition of good direction and humor.”
“One of the best features of the game is the song in the opening.”
“Brilliant game and the use of the soundtrack just captures the moment perfectly; can't wait to see what else you can do.”
“The game is freezing after the first episode... screen turns black and music keeps playing. You stated to one user this is a RAM issue.”
“It's fun, but the problem I run into is if you are playing your own music or a podcast and open this app.”
“That stupid voice music disturbs me.”
- stability5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -40 % neutral mentions
- 80 % negative mentions
The game's stability is inconsistent, with several users reporting significant bugs, particularly in chapters 4 and 5, where glitches affect gameplay and inventory management. However, some players have noted a lack of issues in their experience, suggesting that stability may vary. Overall, while the game has potential, it currently suffers from notable stability problems that can hinder progress.
“No bugs, no glitches; a weird but good story. Definitely recommend giving it a try.”
“The game runs smoothly without any crashes, making for a seamless experience.”
“I appreciate how stable the gameplay is; it allows me to focus on the story and not worry about technical issues.”
“Great game so far, a few bugs: in the dream sequence in chapter 4, if you open the menu at the start, the whole scene glitches, some items appear twice, and if you pick any up, there are duplicates in your inventory.”
“Chapter 5 is super buggy from the start; characters jump around the screen, glide, and randomly give the 'unusable item' dialogue.”
“Same glitches make it impossible to move forward.”
- monetization5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the monetization model that avoids "pay to win" mechanics and excessive ads, favoring a one-time purchase or minimal costs for a better experience. The absence of ads is particularly praised, and discounts on season passes are seen as a positive incentive. Overall, users prefer a straightforward pricing strategy over ad-supported models.
“Pricing is good (a mobile game with no ads is so nice), and I love that I get a discount on the season pass after I bought Episode 1.”
“There are no ads, so there has to be some cost, and it's minimal.”
“I'd rather pay a few bucks and be done with it than have 'pay to win' in-app purchases, endless ads, or in some games, it's all of the above.”
“Try to make the game more popular; if 1 million people pay 2 dollars for the game, it could be more beneficial than relying on ads.”
“There are lots of games as big as this that are free and supported by ads.”
- emotional3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its unexpected emotional depth and heartfelt storytelling, leaving players eager for more. Reviewers highlight its beautiful visuals and the genuine care put into the narrative, distinguishing it from typical mainstream titles.
“Awesome game with a great sense of humor and an unexpected emotional conclusion to the story. I can't wait for more pixelated point-and-click goodness and to see where the story goes.”
“This is the kind of game that feels heartfelt, with heart and soul put into it, not just a wannabe top-chart game.”
“This was a beautiful game, both visually and emotionally.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, often involving repetitive tasks and frustratingly elusive objectives that can lead to confusion and a sense of futility. This has resulted in negative feedback, as the effort required to progress feels disproportionate to the rewards gained.
“Gameplay can be a bit tedious, walking from room to room, trying different things. Some of the tasks are tricky to find or complete, even after you've figured them out. It can be frustrating to try something multiple times without success, leading you to doubt your approach.”
“You are just farming for more downloads to boost your popularity rating, so I'm leaving a bad review that you deserve.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users acknowledge the humor in the story but express a need for better optimization, indicating that improvements are anticipated in future updates.
“The story is funny, and it just needs optimization, but I know you guys are working on it. Good luck!”
“The game has great potential, and with a bit more optimization, it could be truly amazing.”
“I appreciate the effort put into the game; with some optimization, it will run even smoother.”