Quack Attack 1985

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"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.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

87%

Audience ScoreBased on 30 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

QUACK ATTACK 1985: TURBO DX EDITION offers a nostalgic arcade experience with well-done pixel graphics and engaging gameplay.
The game features responsive controls and a variety of modes, providing a challenging yet rewarding experience that enhances replay value.
The inclusion of the game in the ATTACK PACK, along with two other titles, offers great value for players looking for a fun and addictive gaming experience.

The game suffers from technical issues, such as crashing when minimized and a lack of volume control, which can detract from the overall experience.
The flashing colors and intense visuals may be overwhelming for some players, potentially causing discomfort or triggering seizures.
There are rough edges in the game design, including the need to use a keyboard for menu navigation even when using a controller, which can be frustrating.

music
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The game's music features a standout soundtrack reminiscent of Chipzel, described as a rave-inspired version of "Super Hexagon," which enhances the psychedelic visuals and overall experience. While players can turn off the music, the sound effects remain, and many find the theme song catchy enough to linger in their minds long after playing. Overall, the music and sound effects are considered a strong complement to the game.
- “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.”
- “The theme song is now stuck in my head on an infinite repeat.”
- “Edit: I revisited at the developer's request, and yes, you can turn off the music - but not the sound effects.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is characterized by responsive controls and solid mechanics, with clever design elements that enhance the experience. Notably, the game draws inspiration from classics like '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.”
- “And man, the mechanic is so clever.”
- “By looking at the rest of the releases of Attack Mountain, 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.”
graphics
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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 pixel art style, enhancing the overall classic 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.”
replayability
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Players note that the high difficulty level enhances replayability, as overcoming challenges provides a rewarding sense of accomplishment.
- “The difficulty level can be high, but that adds to the replay value and sense of accomplishment when you succeed.”
story
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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.”