OUTTA GAS
- March 26, 2020
- trevkellogg
- 6h median play time
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Get on itch.io Store"Outta Gas" is a narrative-driven, atmospheric adventure game where you play as a stranded astronaut on an alien planet. With a focus on exploration and puzzle-solving, you must scavenge for resources, repair your ship, and survive the harsh environment to escape. The game features a rich, immersive story and striking visuals, creating a unique and captivating experience.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a unique and innovative turn-based combat system that allows players to target specific body parts of enemies, adding depth and strategy to battles.
- The humor, writing, and art style contribute to a quirky and enjoyable atmosphere, making the game both entertaining and engaging.
- Exploration is rewarding, with numerous hidden paths, secrets, and a variety of weapons and upgrades that enhance gameplay and encourage replayability.
- The game can become repetitive, especially in the later stages, with some players finding the difficulty to drop significantly, leading to a less challenging experience.
- Navigation can be confusing due to visually similar areas and impaired visibility in certain locations, which may frustrate players.
- There are technical issues, such as crashes during specific encounters, which can detract from the overall experience.
- gameplay10 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a unique and strategic combat system reminiscent of Fallout's VATS, allowing players to target specific monster organs in an intuitive manner. While the graphics may not impress, the mechanics offer depth and variety, making the game engaging and addictive for players. Overall, it stands out as a trend-setting indie RPG with a fun and innovative approach to combat.
“A good RPG with a unique battle mechanic.”
“Great gameplay, fighting monsters uses a deep VATS-like system to target organs in a very intuitive way.”
“The graphics obviously aren't going to wow anyone, and there was a lot more that could have been done with the mechanics, such as breaking certain weapons to reduce the effectiveness of particular attacks instead of overall damage being affected.”
“You'll never find another RPG with quite the same combat mechanics.”
“This game's combat mechanics are like Fallout's VATS but definitely more refined and strategic, with lots of options and ways to kill the monsters.”
- humor9 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised for its clever writing, engaging dialogue, and entertaining sound effects, often eliciting genuine laughter from players. The combination of post-apocalyptic themes with modern and retro elements creates a unique comedic experience, complemented by top-notch art and music. While some critiques mention the dialogue's writing quality, the game's non-verbal humor effectively compensates for it, making it a standout feature.
“The writing has made me laugh multiple times, legitimately too, not like a silent teehee to myself because I thought it was clever but an actual giggle.”
“The monsters, dialogue, and sound effects (think 'Kung Pow: Enter the Fist') in this game are hilarious.”
“Dialog and audio are hilarious and top notch, this game has made me laugh more than any other in recent history.”
- graphics8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received mixed feedback; while some players find the retro art style unique and fitting for the theme, others feel that the visuals lack polish and could have been more impressive. Despite initial hesitations, many users appreciate the art style and how it complements the game's mechanics, particularly the combat system. Overall, the graphics are seen as charming and effective, even if they don't push technical boundaries.
“It also has an awesome art style and story!”
“I saw a YouTuber play this game, got astounded by the retro art style, bought it, and played it in almost a single playthrough.”
“Also, the art style is like no other ;)”
“The graphics obviously aren't going to wow anyone, and there was a lot more that could have been done with the mechanics.”
“I was wavering on purchasing for a while, as the vibe and graphics looked a bit amateur.”
“The visuals I was hesitant about at first, but they really grew on me.”
- music5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its fantastic quality, blending modern sounds with a nostalgic retro feel that enhances the overall experience. Players find the rocking combat tracks addictive and enjoyable, contributing significantly to the game's charm and atmosphere. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature, earning high marks alongside the game's art and humor.
“Funny, addictive, modern with a retro feel shooter with amazing art and music!”
“The soundtrack is fantastic and also calls back to nostalgic times.”
“Although you spend a lot of time listening to the game's rocking combat music, I'm not sure that I ever actually tired of it.”
- story4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The game features a unique narrative centered around a seemingly foolish protagonist who surprisingly emerges as the most intelligent character in a post-apocalyptic setting, embarking on a violent quest for petrol for his monster truck. It is praised for its engaging dialogue, storytelling, and appealing art style, appealing to fans of classic adventure games like King's Quest and Zelda.
“Best game about an idiot that still manages to be the smartest and most sane person in any given area of the game, going on a violent quest to get some goddamned petrol for his post-apocalyptic monster truck.”
“It also has an awesome art style and story!”
“Awesome dialogue and storytelling.”
“The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent narrative, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“Character development is shallow, leaving players with little emotional investment in the outcomes.”
“The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises or excitement.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players note that while the game can become challenging, a bit of grinding allows them to overcome most enemies. Although some find the grinding aspect a bit excessive, many do not mind it and see it as a necessary part of progression.
“It does get a little grindy, but I didn't mind.”
“The fights can get a little difficult later on, but with a bit of grinding, you can defeat almost any foe.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game offers significant replayability, particularly appealing to hardcore completionists who enjoy uncovering all its secrets, though some players may find the challenge daunting.
“There's plenty of replay value for hardcore completionists here, even if I know these are possible to find; I'm just not patient enough to figure everything out.”
“The game offers a wealth of content that encourages multiple playthroughs, making each experience feel fresh and exciting.”
“With various choices and outcomes, every playthrough feels unique, ensuring that I keep coming back for more.”
“I know these are possible to find, but I'm not patient enough to figure everything out - plenty of replay value for hardcore completionists here though.”
“Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to dive back in. The side quests feel repetitive and lack depth.”
“The game offers a few different endings, but they don't significantly change the overall experience, making it hard to justify multiple playthroughs.”
