Retro Gadgets
- November 30, 2022
- Licorice ehf
Get on Steam"Retro Gadgets" is a simulation game where players can collect, build, and experiment with various gadgets from past decades. With a focus on hands-on tinkering and problem-solving, players can learn about the history and functionality of these vintage devices while having fun. The game features realistic physics and a wide range of gadgets to discover, making it a must-play for fans of retro technology.
Reviews
- The game offers a unique and creative sandbox experience for building and programming retro-style gadgets, making it enjoyable for those interested in coding.
- It motivates players to learn Lua programming, with a supportive community and plenty of resources available for beginners.
- The ability to create and use gadgets as desktop widgets adds an exciting layer of functionality and creativity to the gameplay.
- The game has a steep learning curve, especially for those with no prior programming experience, which can lead to frustration.
- Documentation and tutorials are lacking, making it difficult for new players to get started and fully understand the coding aspects.
- Some users have reported bugs and issues with the user interface, such as problems with component placement and the code editor.
- graphics10 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The graphics of Retro Gadgets are highly praised, with a nostalgic 90s aesthetic that enhances the overall experience, earning a score of 9.5/10. Players appreciate the visual appeal and the variety of features for creating retro-style games, although some find the coding aspect challenging. Overall, the game's graphics contribute significantly to its charm and enjoyment.
“Retro gadgets has a great aesthetic.”
“Graphics: 9.5/10”
“Very cool! I just built my first device and I am impressed by the game's cool graphics and mechanics. I love the paint and all of that.”
“In fact, it's almost not about hardware except for visuals.”
“Yes, the parts play a big part in that, but the process of building the device is mostly aesthetic.”
“Only thing I don't like is that it's a bit hard to understand the coding aspect; the basics aren't too hard, but something like graphics is. I can't find anyone making videos on how it works, and the learning page doesn't help that much either.”
- gameplay7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The gameplay is rated highly at 9/10, offering a fun and engaging experience reminiscent of car mechanic simulators, though it features simplistic, generic parts with limited functionality. While players may need some time to acclimate to the mechanics, the game shows significant potential for future enhancements, and many users appreciate the cool graphics and creative building aspects.
“Needs a bit of time to get used to its mechanics, but otherwise great.”
“Very cool! I just built my first creation and I am impressed by the game's cool graphics and mechanics. Love the paint and all of that.”
“Something in the vein of car mechanic simulator, with very surface-level, Lego-like construction of devices with plain/generic parts that don't really have individual functionality, running surface-level scripts that resemble Ruby visual programming in 2012.”
“It's just gameplay.”
“Can't wait to see what more could be added gameplay-wise; huge potential!”
- story5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The current version lacks a story, but developers are planning to introduce a story mode in the future, which is expected to enhance the learning experience for programming. Users anticipate that this addition will make it easier to grasp concepts through a narrative-driven approach.
“I know that they're planning a story mode.”
“With the upcoming story mode, it should be really easy to learn programming.”
“The developers are planning to introduce a better tutorial in the future, along with a story mode.”
“☑ No story.”
“However, the devs are planning to bring a better tutorial in the future, along with a story mode.”
“You could learn everything easily, and with the story mode that will come out soon, it should be really easy to learn programming.”
- music4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Users appreciate the music functionality, highlighting its potential for creating custom music devices and expressing enthusiasm for future enhancements, such as web browsing capabilities. The built-in music player is particularly noted for its utility in playing personal song collections.
“I'm currently using my built-in music player to listen to some songs I put into it. It's great for making music devices.”
“The music player is a fantastic addition to the game, allowing for a personalized listening experience.”
“I love how the music player enhances the overall atmosphere of the game.”
“Music player?”
“I'm just waiting for someone to make a web browser or run Doom in this. I'm currently using my built-in music player to listen to some songs I put into it.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game is reported to be highly unstable, with numerous bugs affecting gameplay, and a lack of developer support exacerbates the issue. Users have expressed frustration over the game's performance, with some attributing the problems to their own hardware, while others feel lost due to the absence of a tutorial.
“Despite being incredibly buggy, and the developers being somewhat active in the community, the game feels almost entirely abandoned.”
“I don't know if it's just my computer being terrible, but when I tried playing it, it seemed quite buggy. There's also no tutorial, so I was left completely lost and unable to do anything.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of time akin to having a second life to fully engage with it.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
“I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is primarily driven by clever scripting using Lua, allowing for creative and amusing interactions that enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the lighthearted and whimsical elements that contribute to the game's charm.
“The humor in this game is brilliantly crafted, with clever jokes and witty dialogue that keep you laughing throughout.”
“I love how the game uses absurd situations and playful puns to create a lighthearted atmosphere.”
“The comedic timing of the characters is spot on, making even the most mundane tasks entertaining.”
