Project Abyss
- November 18, 2016
- Tall Story Studios
- 6h median play time
Get on Steam"Project Abyss is a 2D survival RPG set in the deepest ocean, where you explore a living underwater world filled with dangerous sea life, wreckages, and enemy subs. Use a variety of equipment for combat and destruction while surviving against bosses, turrets, and poisonous plants. Experience a day/night cycle in this beautiful pixel art game with an original soundtrack."
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features well-done 2D graphics and an immersive environment, showcasing the developers' effort.
- It offers a unique blend of exploration and combat, with a variety of upgrades and gadgets available for players.
- The atmosphere is engaging, and the game captures the essence of underwater exploration, making it enjoyable despite its flaws.
- The control scheme is poorly designed, forcing players to use a gamepad with no option to remap controls, leading to frustration.
- The game is plagued by bugs, including glitches that affect gameplay and navigation, making it feel unfinished.
- Many players find the game overpriced for the content it offers, especially given the issues with controls and bugs.
- graphics16 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's 2D graphics are highly praised for their quality and attention to detail, creating an immersive and engaging environment. The charming pixel art style effectively represents ocean creatures, contributing to a relaxing yet captivating atmosphere. Overall, the graphics, combined with excellent music and sound design, enhance the overall experience.
“The 2D graphics are well-done, and it's clear that a lot of effort was put into creating an immersive environment despite the graphic style.”
“The art style and representation of the ocean creatures is charming, and it feels nice when you come across something unexpected.”
“The graphics and style are lovely and contain a lot of details.”
- gameplay10 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a relaxed yet engaging atmosphere, combining peaceful exploration with survival elements such as limited fuel and ammo. Players can explore shipwrecks and repair their submarine, adding depth and variety to the experience while uncovering a story and new mechanics. Overall, it offers a unique departure from traditional control schemes, making it enjoyable for those seeking a more tranquil gaming experience.
“The aesthetic and gameplay are relaxed but not boring, and the atmosphere is really engaging.”
“There is definitely a survival aspect to the gameplay, as the fuel on the submarine is limited, along with ammo sometimes running dry.”
“It allows for an extra dynamic of gameplay, in terms of exploring inside shipwrecks or repairing the submarine itself from outside.”
“I love to play and finding out new mechanics, far off from everyday design and established 'must be Blizzard-like' controls.”
- music8 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is consistently praised as being top-notch and enjoyable, complementing the overall experience alongside the impressive pixel art graphics and scenery. Reviewers highlight the quality of the sound and voice acting, further enhancing the game's atmosphere.
“Other than that, the pixel art graphics are amazing, and the music, sound, and voice acting are top notch!”
“Apart from that, I love the music.”
“The graphics, music, and scenery are lovely.”
- story6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The game offers a dual approach to storytelling, allowing players to either complete missions or engage in peaceful exploration of an expansive ocean filled with mysteries. While the narrative and exploration elements are well-received, some players express a desire for improved control settings to enhance their experience.
“The peaceful exploration mechanic with a story and mystery to solve is my kind of thing.”
“You can choose to play by achieving the various missions, or you can just explore the endless ocean.”
“But, tall story... if you have any possible way to add a setting for normal controls, for the love of indie games... please patch this.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The stability of the game has been widely criticized, with users describing it as a "buggy mess," indicating significant issues that affect gameplay.
“Additionally, a buggy mess.”
“Additionally, a buggy mess.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is characterized by a relaxed yet engaging aesthetic and gameplay, creating an enjoyable experience that captivates players without becoming monotonous.
“The aesthetic and gameplay are relaxed but not boring, and the atmosphere is really engaging.”
