Oswald's Adventure
- August 21, 2017
- Dede Bayi
Get on SteamFollow Oswald in his adventure to find his sister. Will he find her? Or is there a surprise waiting for him? There is only one way to find out! Good luck, adventurers.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game is fun and easy to play, making it suitable for anyone who enjoys casual gaming.
- It features a nostalgic old-school 2D RPG art style that appeals to fans of classic games.
- The developer is responsive and actively works on improving the game, adding new achievements and addressing player concerns.
- The story is very minimalistic and predictable, lacking depth and character development.
- The game is heavily grind-focused, requiring excessive leveling and resource gathering, which can become tedious.
- Many aspects of the game, including graphics and mechanics, feel generic and unoriginal, relying on default RPG Maker assets.
- story30 mentions
- 10 % positive mentions
- 70 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The story is widely criticized for being dry, simple, and predictable, featuring minimal plot development and character interaction. Many players found it confusing and repetitive, with only one minor plot twist, leading to a lack of engagement. While some appreciated the game's mechanics and balance, they felt the narrative was bare-bones and could benefit from more depth and complexity.
“When I first started this game, I expected a nice or at least relatively interesting story about a guy in search of his sister.”
“I love the game because I think it's got just the right balance of playtime for the price, grinding, and a rather simple storyline.”
“The story is average, but I love the recruiting mechanics.”
“The story is bare bones.”
“It's so repetitive and there's no changes in what you do throughout the game, no story bits, no character interactions, no nothing.”
“Instead, I got one with little to no story and filled to the brim with grinding.”
- grinding16 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The reviews highlight a significant emphasis on grinding in the game, with some players finding it excessive and detrimental to the overall experience, particularly due to the high difficulty of early bosses. However, others appreciate the grinding as a core aspect of RPG gameplay, enjoying the balance it provides and the clear direction for progression. Overall, opinions are mixed, with some players embracing the grind while others view it as a flaw in game design.
“Instead, I got one with little to no story and filled to the brim with grinding.”
“This is egregiously bad design, meaning of course more grinding!”
“The developer says it's an 8-12 hour game, but it took me 17+ hours and quite a bit of grinding to get all the achievements.”
- music8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally described as fitting and pleasant, particularly noted for its appeal in the ancient pyramid area. However, some reviewers feel it lacks originality, citing that the tracks are familiar and repetitive, contributing to an overall decent but unremarkable audio experience. While the music complements the gameplay, it may not be enough to elevate the game beyond its basic RPG elements.
“Although other people have complained, the music was just right and a nice additive to said peace.”
“My favorite music from the game is at the ancient pyramid.”
“The dungeon design and music selection is decent, and it's got a good level of challenge.”
“Nothing is unique in the playable characters, and the music is the same set you've probably heard 100 times by this point.”
“The dungeon design and music selection is decent, and it's got a good level of challenge, but unless you're looking for a bare bones RPG with less sophisticated combat and storytelling than Final Fantasy 1, I wouldn't recommend Oswald's Adventure.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by simple and easy-going mechanics, making it accessible to players. While the story is considered average, the recruiting mechanics are particularly praised, adding depth to the overall experience.
“The mechanics of this game are simple and easy-going.”
“I love the recruiting mechanics.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are characterized as appealing, featuring a nostalgic old-school 2D RPG style that resonates well with fans of classic gaming aesthetics.
“The graphics are a charming throwback to classic old-school 2D RPGs.”
“The visuals beautifully capture the essence of nostalgic 2D RPG games.”
“The graphics evoke a delightful sense of nostalgia reminiscent of classic 2D RPGs.”
- character development2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate a significant lack of character development, with multiple users noting that the game features no story or meaningful character progression.
“No story or character development at all.”
“No story or character development at all.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is characterized by its simplicity, which many players find refreshing and easy-going, creating a light and accessible experience. This straightforward design allows for a relaxed pace, making it enjoyable without overwhelming the player.
“I find the simplicity and change of pace quite refreshing. The game being simple makes the atmosphere easy-going and not too heavy to process for me.”
