Quack Attack 1985
- December 19, 2016
- ATTACK MOUNTAIN
- 5h median play time
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Get on itch.io Store"Quack Attack 1985: Turbo DX Edition" is a challenging game where you play as Duckster, a duck with a love for eggs. The Geese Gang is after your eggs, and it's up to you to protect them in various extreme game modes. With its old-school difficulty and quirky humor, this game will put your skills to the test and keep you entertained.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a nostalgic arcade experience with fun pixel graphics and engaging gameplay.
- It features a variety of game modes that keep the experience fresh and rewarding, enhancing replay value.
- The controls are responsive, and the overall mechanics are solid, making it enjoyable for both casual and dedicated players.
- The game has technical issues, such as crashing when minimized and a lack of volume control, which can detract from the experience.
- The flashing visuals may pose a risk for players with sensitivity to epilepsy, making it less accessible.
- Some players find the game too fast-paced and chaotic, which can be overwhelming and lead to frustration.
- music5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The music in the game has been praised for its high energy and captivating quality, likened to a rave version of "Super Hexagon" and reminiscent of chipzel's work. Players appreciate the soundtrack's ability to enhance the gaming experience, with some noting that the theme song is particularly catchy. While the option to turn off the music exists, the sound effects remain integral to the overall atmosphere.
“With a killer soundtrack in a chipzel tier of awesomeness that sounds like a rave version of 'Super Hexagon', while you control a duck with the most psychedelic pixels in a contemporary game, and there are geese, and eggs, and what not.”
“The music and sound effects are more than adequate and complete the overall package.”
“Ps: the theme song is now stuck in my head on an infinite repeat.”
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
“Edit: I revisited at the developer's request, and yes, you can turn off the music - but not the sound effects.”
“The theme song is now stuck in my head on an infinite repeat.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by responsive controls and solid mechanics, with clever design elements that enhance the experience. Notably, titles like "Frog x Bird" draw inspiration from classic games such as "Joust" and "Killer Queen," offering a variety of engaging modes tailored for four-player couch gameplay.
“The controls are responsive and the overall game mechanics are solid.”
“The mechanics are so clever.”
“I can spot 'Frog x Bird', a game that, like the modern cult classic 'Killer Queen', takes 'Joust' as its main inspiration, with a lot of crazy modes designed for 4-player couch gameplay.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Quack Attack 1985: Turbo DX Edition features well-executed pixel graphics that evoke a nostalgic arcade feel, complemented by good onboard audio. The visuals are praised for their quality within the retro style, enhancing the overall gaming experience.
“Quack Attack 1985: Turbo DX Edition is a classic arcade-style game with pixel graphics and a fun, nostalgic feel.”
“The game has good onboard audio and the graphics are well-done for the pixel style.”
- story1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story conveys a powerful message about resilience and the unpredictability of life, emphasizing that perseverance in the face of adversity can lead to unexpected and rewarding outcomes.
“The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you. If I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the high difficulty level of the game, as it enhances replayability and provides a rewarding sense of accomplishment upon overcoming challenges.
“The difficulty level can be high, but that adds to the replay value and sense of accomplishment when you succeed.”
“Each playthrough offers new challenges and experiences, making it hard to put down.”
“The variety of choices and outcomes keeps me coming back for more.”
