Old Adventure

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Old Adventure is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by Stroe Andrei and was released on December 12, 2017. It received neutral reviews from players.

Run, Jump, Shot and DIE! Explore the world of Old Adventure, a 2D retro-inspired puzzle-platformer where the goal is to help others...but why?

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Audience ScoreBased on 11 reviews

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The game features a unique minimalistic art style that some players find appealing.
It offers a challenging platforming experience that can be enjoyable for retro enthusiasts.
The controls are tight and responsive, making gameplay smoother despite the game's difficulties.

The graphics can make it difficult to distinguish between platforms and hazards, leading to frustrating gameplay.
The game feels unfinished, with issues like a non-functional options menu and overlapping music tracks.
Players have reported poor hit detection and unclear progression mechanics, which can lead to confusion and irritation.

graphics
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The graphics of "Old Adventure" are characterized by a retro 2D pixel art style with a monochrome palette, which some players appreciate for its nostalgic charm, while others criticize it for being poorly polished and minimalistic. The simplistic visuals contribute to a unique aesthetic, but can sometimes hinder gameplay by making it difficult to discern hazards. Overall, the graphics evoke a higher resolution Game Boy feel, appealing to fans of retro design despite their limitations.
- “This is a good game if you like retro graphics, parkour, and puzzles!”
- “Great little gem; minimalistic - but unique - graphics, great soundtrack, quite challenging.”
- “The graphics are pretty bad and the game isn't that well polished.”
- “It's very much like a higher resolution Game Boy aesthetic.”
- “However, due to the simple art style, it can be hard to tell what can kill you sometimes.”
music
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The music in the game is characterized as upbeat and cheerful, which some players feel clashes with the visual tone. While it is described as a great soundtrack that enhances the experience, there are instances where overlapping tracks can create a chaotic audio environment. Overall, the music is appreciated for its uniqueness, complementing the minimalistic graphics.
- “Great little gem; minimalistic - but unique - graphics, great soundtrack, quite challenging.”
- “The graphics are very minimalistic and the music is really nice.”
- “The music is bizarrely happy and upbeat and doesn't fit the tone of the visuals at all.”
- “When you start a new level, sometimes two music tracks overlap.”
story
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The story aspect of the game is minimal, with users noting that it lacks a narrative and primarily focuses on platforming challenges, resulting in a short overall experience.
- “While somewhat challenging, the old adventure is not very long, nor does it offer anything besides platforming; there is no story, for example.”
- “The narrative feels disjointed and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
- “I found the plot to be predictable and uninspired, leaving me wanting more substance and engagement.”