Orbo's Odyssey
- August 20, 2023
- Feverdream Softworks
- 3h median play time
"Orbo's Odyssey" is a comedy platformer where players control Orbo Stetson, an average personal assistant with extraordinary abilities. After being trapped in their boss's office, Orbo must collect gear parts from four product portals to create a prosthetic arm and escape. Throughout the game, Orbo uncovers divine forces and hidden truths about his workplace, all while utilizing his finesse, speed, and tax-code knowledge in beautiful game mechanics with stunning graphics and music.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Incredibly fun and satisfying movement mechanics that allow for high-speed gameplay.
- Charming humor and quirky characters, making the experience enjoyable and memorable.
- Great value for the price, with a lot of replayability through secrets and time trials.
- The game is very short, typically taking less than two hours to complete.
- Some players feel the level design is basic and doesn't fully utilize the movement mechanics.
- The time trials can be frustratingly difficult, potentially discouraging casual players.
- humor58 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised for its surreal and absurdist qualities, reminiscent of titles like "Earthbound" and "Peeb Adventures." Players appreciate the quirky characters, witty dialogue, and the seamless integration of humor into gameplay, which creates a delightful and engaging experience. Overall, the game is described as a hilarious and enjoyable platformer that leaves a lasting impression with its unique comedic style.
“Incredibly fun gameplay and movement, great humor and style, and an awesome soundtrack.”
“The writing is funny, the world is silly, and the music fits the vibe perfectly.”
“The little comments and the way the dialogue is written is hilarious; I found myself smiling at how enjoyable the conversations were to read.”
- gameplay54 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The gameplay is widely praised for its smooth and intuitive movement mechanics, making it a standout in the platforming genre. Players appreciate the fun level design, quirky humor, and engaging mechanics, although many note that the game is relatively short, leaving them wanting more content. Overall, it offers a delightful experience that combines fast-paced platforming with a charming aesthetic, but some feel it could benefit from additional levels and polish.
“Incredibly fun gameplay and movement, great humor and style, and an awesome soundtrack.”
“Extremely fun movement mechanics and impressively intuitive level design -- every time I wondered if I was about to be frustratingly lost without a map, my objective was right in front of me!”
“Genuinely some of the best movement mechanics I've ever experienced in a platformer game.”
“The 1.5-3 hours of time you're likely to get out of it fail to do the mechanics justice, and while there is some replay value, it's not nearly enough for a game this short.”
“The biggest problem this game has is simply being too short, and the overall level design not compensating for the lack of limits the gameplay incorporates for your character.”
“There's potential in the movement mechanics that isn't fully explored in the game's four levels, but I guess leaving me wanting more is better than leaving me bored.”
- music51 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 27 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising its catchy, high-energy tracks that perfectly complement the gameplay and visuals. Despite being primarily royalty-free, the soundtrack is described as "bangers" and "fantastic," enhancing the overall experience and leaving players wanting to purchase it separately. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's fun and whimsical atmosphere.
“Short game with one of the best soundtracks I've ever heard.”
“The music is a bop and I wish there was more in the base game.”
“My only real gripe is that I can't buy the soundtrack!”
“But every single second of it is high-octane bullshit with a banger soundtrack to back it up.”
“Despite being all royalty-free music as far as I can tell, the soundtrack is a banger and fits the vibe of each level perfectly.”
- story15 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The game's story is characterized as fun and goofy, featuring humorous elements and relatable themes, particularly for those familiar with corporate environments. While the narrative is short, players appreciate its charm, whimsical vibes, and engaging characters, making it enjoyable despite its brevity. Overall, the writing is praised for its quality, with a unique twist that connects to the developer's previous work.
“I highly enjoyed the goofy story, jokes, and gameplay.”
“The story and writing are also top notch, I love it!”
“I was gonna say 'you got it, boss,' but then I realized that the game's plot revolves around the fact that the boss is stupid.”
“Safe to say the only con this game has is that it's pretty short; I beat the main story in an hour.”
“The story is overall pretty goofy with a bitter twist anyone who's worked in a corporate environment will relate to, with a secret background plot related to the dev's other game, Nowhere, Michigan.”
- graphics14 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are praised for their unique and dreamlike visuals, characterized by a creative art style that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the fluid movement system and vibrant aesthetics, which, despite a budget-friendly design, exude personality and charm. The combination of stunning visuals and an engaging soundtrack contributes to a fun and immersive gameplay experience.
“Awesome 3D graphics with crazy movement and a banging soundtrack.”
“Orbo's adventure is a pretty unique one at that with an interesting art style that is uncanny in the best way possible, both in world design and characters.”
“Complete with a fluid movement system, breathtaking visuals, and an unreasonably good soundtrack, Orbo's Odyssey is another hit from Feverdream Softworks.”
“Despite the 'asset-flip' aesthetic of the game, it is bursting with personality; it is the model of a game made on a budget.”
“Just a nice, fun, and chill game with a fantastic soundtrack that you can knock out in about an hour - a great example of 'I want shorter games with worse graphics made by people who are paid more to work less, and I'm not kidding.'”
“Johnny's art style is at its most minimal, while still impacting the whole experience.”
- replayability5 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The game offers a moderate level of replayability, primarily driven by its satisfying movement mechanics and the challenge of speedrunning through levels. While the overall playtime is short, players can find enjoyment in exploring secrets and competing for better times, making it a worthwhile experience despite its brevity.
“Although with how fun the movement is, there is a lot of replayability in attempting speedruns, whether it's just a time trial, a whole level, or the full game.”
“The 1.5-3 hours of time you're likely to get out of it fail to do the mechanics justice, and while there is some replay value, it's not nearly enough for a game this short.”
“It's got schmovement - it's short but more replayable than you'd think because of how satisfying it is to get through levels fast and beat the times for them. It also has secrets and weird vibes, making it a good game to stream to friends.”
“Big levels with a sense of replayability, secrets to explore, and time trials.”
- atmosphere4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere in games like Orbo's Odyssey and Nowhere, Mi is praised for its engaging and immersive qualities, with Orbo's Odyssey offering a fun platforming experience and a fitting soundtrack that enhances the overall vibe. However, some critiques mention that certain games may suffer from forced atmospheric elements that detract from gameplay. Overall, a blend of otherworldly settings and fluid movement contributes to a captivating experience.
“Definitely give Orbo's Odyssey a play if you're interested in fun platformers, and I'd recommend you to at least give Nowhere, MI a look if you're into PSX-style atmospheric FPS games.”
“Game is full of absolute bangers for the soundtrack and it fits the atmosphere of the game super well.”
“A completely otherworldly atmosphere combined with extremely fluid movement which allows for a shocking degree of control with relatively few buttons.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its emotional honesty, effectively evoking genuine fear and strong feelings in players, contributing to a highly impactful experience.
“At least it's emotionally honest.”
“It also made me feel genuine fear, 10/10 :)”
- character development1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Character development is praised for its perfection, featuring quirky designs and humor, while also offering a rich tapestry of lore and secrets that enhance the overall experience.
“The character development is incredibly rich, with each character having their own unique backstory that unfolds beautifully throughout the game.”
“I love how the characters evolve based on the choices I make, making every decision feel impactful and personal.”
“The depth of the characters is impressive; their growth and interactions create a truly immersive experience.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players feel that the grinding experience could be improved with a faster respawn option, ideally allowing for quicker restarts by binding it to a key.
“The respawn option in the menu could also be faster and bound to a key for quicker restarts while grinding for a time.”
“Grinding feels tedious and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
“The amount of time required to grind for resources is excessive and detracts from the overall enjoyment.”
