Oliver's Adventures in the Fairyland
- December 19, 2019
- Hoodoo Bear
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Get on Xbox Games Store"Oliver's Adventures in the Fairyland" is a metroidvania game where you play as a modern teenager summoned to a fantasy world to retrieve stolen king's treasures. The game features an open world, numerous upgrades, big bosses, retro style pixel art and 8-bit music, and is focused on providing only awesome gameplay with no boring dialogues or complicated level-up systems. Save points are scattered throughout the dungeon, and there are many secrets to discover.
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Reviews
- The game features charming pixel graphics and a catchy soundtrack, creating a nostalgic retro feel.
- It offers a fun and somewhat challenging platforming experience, with a sense of achievement as players gather power-ups.
- The gameplay is smooth and responsive, especially with a controller, making it enjoyable for players who appreciate classic platformers.
- Controls are janky and can feel floaty, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
- The game can be confusing due to poor map design and lack of clear progression, causing players to feel stuck.
- It is relatively short and lacks variety in enemy types, making it feel less rewarding for its price.
- graphics4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their beautiful pixel art and charming old-school aesthetic, contributing to the game's overall appeal alongside its catchy soundtrack. However, some users noted that the experience is hindered by laggy controls, detracting from the otherwise delightful visual presentation.
“It's just not a casual platformer that I expected it to be; the beautiful pixel graphics had me believe it was.”
“A cute old-school platformer with a catchy soundtrack and quaint pixel graphics.”
“Music and graphics are great.”
“A cute old-school platformer with a catchy soundtrack and quaint pixel graphics, but marred by sloppy, laggy controls.”
“The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
“While the art style is charming, the low resolution and pixelation detract from the overall experience.”
- music4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its catchiness and quality, complementing the charming pixel graphics and overall aesthetic. Reviewers appreciate the soundtrack as a standout feature, enhancing the nostalgic feel of the old-school platformer. However, some mention that the enjoyment of the music is somewhat overshadowed by issues with the game's controls.
“A cute old-school platformer with a catchy soundtrack and quaint pixel graphics.”
“It has amazing music and artwork!”
“I especially like the music.”
“The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged during gameplay.”
“While the soundtrack has potential, it often feels out of place and doesn't match the game's atmosphere.”
“The audio quality is subpar, with some tracks sounding muffled and poorly mixed.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Gameplay is generally smooth and responsive, particularly when using a controller, which enhances the overall experience. However, some players have expressed frustration with the pacing, noting that challenging boss fights occur back-to-back in a linear progression, which can lead to a frustrating experience.
“Gameplay is smooth and responsive with a controller (I used an Xbox One controller).”
“The two bosses you fight are pretty much back to back because of this, and with the more linear feel, it would have been much better split up over the gameplay time.”
“Initially, I left a bad review for this game after rage quitting it within 30 minutes of gameplay.”
“The two bosses you fight are pretty much back to back because of this, and with the more linear feel, it would have been much better split up over the gameplay time.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The storyline is perceived as basic, but many users believe that its simplicity does not significantly impact the overall experience of the game.
“The storyline is engaging and keeps you invested throughout the game.”
“The character development is rich, making the narrative feel personal and immersive.”
“The plot twists are unexpected and add depth to the overall experience.”
“The storyline seems basic to me, but it shouldn't really matter in the long run.”
“The plot lacks depth and fails to engage the player.”
“Character development is minimal, making it hard to care about their journeys.”
