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qb is a single player and multiplayer casual role playing game. It was developed by Armadillo Studios and was released on August 7, 2017. It received neutral reviews from players.

"qb is an open-world sandbox adventure game in alpha stage, allowing 1-2 players to engage in co-op or single-player gameplay. Craft items, enchant gear, and complete quests to help villagers and grow their homeland. With bugs possible and limited features, the game welcomes feedback during its Early Access phase."

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Audience ScoreBased on 45 reviews

humor3 positive mentions

optimization2 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and engaging gameplay experience with RPG elements and a variety of biomes and enemies.
Developers are responsive and actively working on updates, showing progress and communication with the community.
The graphics and music are praised for their beauty, enhancing the overall atmosphere of the game.

The game is plagued by bugs and crashes, making it frustrating to play, especially for Mac users.
Many players feel the game is too similar to Minecraft but lacks the polish and depth, leading to disappointment.
Co-op functionality is unreliable, with issues connecting with friends, which detracts from the multiplayer experience.

gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is described as a blend of Minecraft with RPG elements and magic, offering a fun experience despite some quirky issues and a lack of polish. Players appreciate the impactful leveling system and engaging quests, though the lockpicking mechanic has been criticized for being poorly designed, detracting from the overall enjoyment. Overall, while the gameplay is enjoyable, there is potential for improvement in future updates.
- “As for gameplay... Minecraft but with an RPG twist + magic!”
- “There are a lot of quirky problems with the game, but the actual gameplay once you start going is pretty fun.”
- “I like how complex this game is and how you really have to pay attention to what you're doing. I enjoy the quests you can do to help you along the way and give you a better understanding of the game rather than just reading a bunch of text.”
- “Of course, it's still early access, so don't expect 100% polished gameplay!”
- “I've played this game a bit more now, and I find it to be quite fun. I love how the leveling is very impactful, but a con that I noticed recently is that the lockpicking system in this game is utter trash to play, something that soured my gameplay experience quite a bit considering that I had to spend a point in picking locks to do it.”
- “I recommend this game, and if there is more game development in the future (graphics, fighting mechanics, stuff like that), then I would probably buy this game, but as of right now, there is nothing really there for me to keep me going.”
graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are described as a blend of improved Minecraft aesthetics with an RPG layer, featuring beautiful, detailed block designs that evoke a nostalgic, old-school style. While some players appreciate the visual appeal, others emphasize that gameplay is more important than graphics, suggesting that future updates could enhance the overall experience.
- “Think improved graphics Minecraft, with an RPG layer on top.”
- “The graphics are beautiful. When I first saw the detail of the blocks, I was impressed.”
- “I love these types of games; the graphics are old-styled.”
- “I recommend this game, and if there is more game development in the future (graphics, fighting mechanics, stuff like that), then I would probably buy this game. But as of right now, there is nothing really there for me to keep me going.”
- “The graphics are old styled.”
- “Think improved graphics of Minecraft, with an RPG layer on top.”
story
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is supported by a complex quest system that enhances gameplay, though players often struggle to locate quest NPCs, leading to occasional boredom. While the initial text-heavy exposition can be overwhelming, the quests provide a more engaging way to learn about the game. Overall, the narrative experience is enjoyable and relaxing, with opportunities for character development through various skills and crafting.
- “I like the complexity of this game and how you really have to pay attention to what you're doing. I enjoy the quests you can do to help you along the way and give you a better understanding of the game, rather than just reading a bunch of text, which this game has at first but not where it matters, which is the gameplay.”
- “No, this is a very relaxing, enjoyable game with a neat quest system and magic, lockpicking, and skills to improve your character. You're able to loot from enemies and craft/enchant weapons.”
- “It's hard to find quest NPCs sometimes.”
- “I got a bit bored since I didn't find any new quests for a while, but I'll try playing it more later.”
- “I hope they will smooth things out a bit more, maybe make the map better, or show quest NPCs on the map or something.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players acknowledge that the game is in early access, which is evident through occasional bugs and FPS drops. Despite these optimization issues, many find the game enjoyable and worth the investment, especially given its potential for future updates and improvements from the small development team.
- “Nice little game to kill some time. Me and a friend playing together got hooked very quickly. Yes, it's early access and it shows with the odd bugs and FPS drops, but considering it's 3 developers, it's very impressive. More than worth the money, as getting more game time out of this compared to spending 40 quid on a AAA game and only getting 8 hours tops. Looking forward to updates and optimizations, but worth buying.”
- “Nice little game to kill some time. Me and a friend playing together got hooked very quickly. Yes, it's early access and it shows with the odd bugs and FPS drops, but considering it's 3 developers, it's very impressive. More than worth the money, as getting more game time out of this compared to spending 40 quid on a AAA game and only getting 8 hours tops. Looking forward to updates and optimizations.”
- “I personally hope for optimization soon.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized by the presence of helpful and amusing characters, contributing to a lighthearted and entertaining experience.
- “The characters are both helpful and hilarious, adding a delightful twist to the gameplay.”
- “The humor in the game is spot-on, making every interaction enjoyable.”
- “The witty dialogue and funny scenarios keep me laughing throughout the game.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its beauty and its ability to complement the various zones, enhancing the overall adventuring experience. Players express a strong appreciation for the soundtrack, indicating that it significantly contributes to their enjoyment of the game.
- “The music is beautiful and fits each type of zone. So far from what I've seen, I've been all over adventuring and just can't get enough of it!”