Plan B from Outer Space: A Bavarian Odyssey
- October 28, 2021
- RobotPumpkin Games
Get on SteamEscape the grasp of the Barbvarians! Plan B from Outer Space is a stellar adventure in the style of an interactive book and takes inspiration from classic science-fiction stories and Bavarian culture. Every decision will affect the outcome of your mission; to leave this strange planet unscathed!
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Reviews
- The game is a quirky and humorous choose-your-own-adventure experience with multiple endings, providing a fun and engaging gameplay.
- It features good creative writing and enjoyable dialogue, making it entertaining to explore different choices.
- The visuals and animation are well-polished, contributing to the overall charm of the game.
- The game is relatively short, with some players finishing it in about 2 hours, which may leave some wanting more content.
- There are moments where the dialogue options can feel clunky or unclear, making it difficult to navigate certain paths.
- The humor can be hit or miss, with some jokes being considered childish or infantile.
- humor8 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its quirky humor and creative writing, allowing players to experience life as a little alien making amusingly poor choices. It combines elements of choose-your-own-adventure storytelling with humorous references to Bavarian folklore and sci-fi, resulting in a fun and engaging narrative with multiple endings. Overall, the humor is a standout feature that enhances the interactive experience.
“A quirky, humorous choose-your-own-adventure game.”
“Good creative writing, humorous and many different endings depending on your choices.”
“A quirky little interactive fiction/visual novel/narrative game that blends player choice, humor, Bavarian folklore, and pulpy sci-fi fun.”
- character development2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is praised for its consistent and engaging design, reminiscent of "The Innsmouth Case," featuring clever humor and strong writing that enhances the overall experience.
“The character design is fantastic, reminiscent of the great work in The Innsmouth Case, featuring clever jokes and exceptional writing.”
“The character development is rich and engaging, making each interaction feel meaningful and impactful.”
“I love how the characters evolve throughout the game, with their backstories and motivations adding depth to the overall experience.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's graphics and animation are highly praised, with reviewers highlighting its exceptional visual style as a standout feature. Many consider it a gem in terms of aesthetics, making it deserving of recognition in visual categories.
“I absolutely love this game's visuals and animation; it truly is a gem.”
“The visual style of this game is stunning and deserves recognition.”
“The graphics are beautifully crafted, making the game a visual delight.”
- story2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate that while the game excels in visual style and animation, the story aspect was not the primary focus for the reviewers, who had other choices for story-rich nominations. Overall, the narrative may not be as prominent or impactful as the game's visual elements.
