Queen of Seas
- February 2, 2017
- KomBits Game Studio
Queen of Seas is a casual platformer game with a unique theme inspired by Afro-Brazilian religion. As a fisherman's son, you must dive deep and deliver offerings to Yemanjá, the Queen of Seas, while avoiding dangerous sea creatures. Upgrade your scuba dive suit with helmets, chest protectors, and legs to jump higher, move faster, and resist attacks. Collect coins, achieve milestones, and unlock the full original storytelling for an immersive experience.
Reviews
- Casual and fun platformer that offers a unique storyline inspired by Afro-Brazilian culture.
- Simple controls and engaging mechanics make it accessible for players looking for a quick gaming experience.
- The game features charming pixel art and a well-designed underwater environment, enhancing the overall atmosphere.
- Lacks depth and variety, with repetitive gameplay and minimal enemy types leading to a boring experience.
- Technical issues such as floaty controls, poor collision detection, and lack of graphical options detract from the overall quality.
- Many players found the game uninteresting, with a significant percentage uninstalling it shortly after starting.
- story8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The story of "Queen of Seas" is praised for its originality and inspiration from real Afro-Brazilian religion, showcasing the talent of its award-winning writer. While some players appreciate the neatness of the narrative, others feel less engaged and suggest that a different presentation format, such as slides, might enhance the storytelling experience.
“One of the best things about 'Queen of Seas' is that it offers a unique and original storyline that is inspired by real Afro-Brazilian religion.”
“The game was written by an award-winning writer, and it shows in the quality of the storytelling.”
“The story is neat in itself.”
“The story didn't get me involved all that much.”
“I think telling a story using slides rather than pages of text would be more fitting.”
- graphics8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The game's graphics feature a retro pixel art style that some players find charming, though others criticize it as outdated and lacking customization options. The low-resolution, 2D visuals contribute to a simplistic aesthetic reminiscent of older games, but may not appeal to those seeking modern graphical fidelity. Overall, the graphics evoke nostalgia but may disappoint players expecting contemporary visuals.
“The graphics are pixelated and 2D, which gives the game a unique and charming look.”
“The graphics remind me of 'You Must Build a Boat' where it's simple, yet effective.”
“A choice was made to use obsolete, decades-old retro pixel art as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
“There's no options to change the resolution for the game or customize the graphics settings.”
“There's no way for gamers to try to improve the low-quality graphics.”
- gameplay8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is a mixed bag, with some players finding it engaging and rewarding, particularly in its casual platformer mechanics, while others criticize it for being janky and lacking polish, leading to frustrating experiences. The simplistic mechanics can be enjoyable, but certain upgrades may detract from the overall experience, making it feel artificially extended and sometimes unfair. Overall, the game appeals to fans of old-school platformers but may not satisfy those seeking a more refined gameplay experience.
“The game's mechanics are simple yet engaging, and I found myself playing for hours on end.”
“Overall, I highly recommend 'Queen of Seas' to anyone who enjoys casual platformer games with a unique theme and engaging mechanics.”
“The gameplay is simplistic but rewarding.”
“It's janky and unsatisfying to play... and any experienced gamer will tell you, the handling, responsiveness, and general gameplay feel of the control scheme must be well polished for this kind of game to succeed.”
“Unfortunately, this is something the developer seems to have phoned in, with little to no apparent gameplay testing or polish done.”
“It's really boring; the upgrades you get just artificially extend the gameplay, and some of them end up hurting you in the end, like the jumping one that forces you to jump extremely high with no way to jump lower.”
- music7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating its immersive quality and serene soundtrack, which enhances the overall experience. While some note a limited variety of tracks, the existing music is described as enjoyable and fitting for the game's atmosphere.
“The sound effects and music are also well-done and immersive, adding to the overall experience.”
“It has also a pretty good and serene soundtrack that I would even recommend listening to.”
“There's not that much music in this game, but at least I really enjoyed the one for the level.”
“Simple old-school looking game with a decent soundtrack.”
“[0.3] Sound & music”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players note that the game requires some initial grinding to collect the first 50 coins for upgrades, but once this hurdle is overcome, progress accelerates significantly as additional upgrades become readily available. Overall, while the early grinding can feel pushy, it leads to a more rewarding experience shortly thereafter.
“Pushy and grinding game to get progress going.”
“There is a bit of grinding at the start to get the first 50 coins for upgrades, and then once you can jump into the floating clouds of coins, the other upgrades come almost immediately.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate a strong dissatisfaction with the monetization practices in the game, labeling it as a cash grab that prioritizes profit over quality and player experience. Critics feel that the developers are more focused on flooding the market with subpar products rather than addressing the needs and concerns of gamers.
“They don't care to try to understand why their game was a failure; they don't have time to consider gamers, but they have plenty of time to dump garbage pixel-crap cash grabs on Steam in an attempt to pollute the store and make gaming worse for everyone.”
“The monetization strategy feels exploitative, prioritizing profit over player experience and enjoyment.”
“It's frustrating to see so many features locked behind paywalls, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending extra money.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users find the humor in the game to be effective and enjoyable, often describing it as genuinely funny.
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game offers limited replayability, primarily appealing to players who are motivated by achievements rather than a compelling reason to revisit the content.
“I don't think there's any replayability unless you want the achievements.”
“Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back and play it again.”
“The lack of varied choices and outcomes makes replaying feel pointless.”