Robot Wants It All
- April 4, 2019
- Hamumu
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Reviews
- The game is a nostalgic collection of beloved flash games, enhanced with new features, levels, and gameplay mechanics that appeal to both old fans and newcomers.
- It offers a variety of gameplay modes, including easy and remix versions, as well as a shop system that rewards exploration and skill, making it engaging for completionists and achievement hunters.
- The addition of new characters, mutators, and mini-games adds significant replayability and fun, making it a worthwhile experience for fans of metroidvania-style games.
- The in-game currency system forces players to grind through simplified versions of the original games to unlock the classic versions, which many find tedious and frustrating.
- Some new levels, particularly 'Robot Wants Justice', are criticized for poor design and difficulty spikes that detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.
- The shop system and progression mechanics are seen as poorly implemented, leading to a lack of immediate access to the original games and a feeling of unnecessary padding in gameplay.
- gameplay16 mentions
- 19 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The gameplay in "Robot Wants Ice Cream" is praised for its variety and depth, featuring multiple modes such as 'easy', 'classic', and 'remix', each offering distinct mechanics and challenges. Players appreciate the smooth implementation of a monetization system and the nostalgic graphics, while the inclusion of gameplay modifiers and alternate characters enhances replayability. However, some users noted minor issues, such as screen glitches, which detracted from the overall experience.
“The remix versions allowed the dev to explore every mechanic and power-up in the game, while the easy mode served as a nice intro to each game.”
“The different available versions of the games are all pretty good and complement each other: 'easy' introduces you to the concepts, 'classic' provides faithful yet improved recreations of the flash games, and 'remix' will kick your butt and introduce new mechanics.”
“Robot Wants It All collects these original flash outings and recreates them in a functioning, non-flash game engine, new and improved with extra 'easy' and challenging 'remix' modes, with a whole host of fun and interesting new features including mutators and robot models that provide gameplay changes.”
“But gameplay-wise it's not worth it.”
“Each one has vastly different gameplay mechanics from the others, but they all begin with you starting with almost nothing, sometimes including no jumping power.”
“Robot wants it all collects these original flash outings and recreates them in a functioning, non-flash game engine, new and improved with extra 'easy' and challenging 'remix' modes, with a whole host of fun and interesting new features including mutators and robot models that provide gameplay changes.”
- grinding9 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviews on the aspect of "grinding" highlight a mixed experience; while some players find the grinding tedious and time-consuming, particularly in unlocking characters and collecting in-game currency, others appreciate the sense of progression it offers. Many feel that the grinding can detract from the enjoyment of classic games, yet some players report that the grind can be engaging and fun, allowing for exploration and experimentation. Overall, the necessity and enjoyment of grinding vary significantly among players.
“New levels and new versions of old games are terrible; you can't play classic games right away and have to spend hours grinding.”
“And it also has me grinding for 20 minutes to collect 1000 confetti.”
“Not to mention that one slot is occupied by a reskin and another is just the default robot but with more coin drops for grinding out the terrible currency system.”
- music7 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 29 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed feedback, with some players praising its nostalgic quality and overall enjoyment, while others note issues with sound effects and music transitions. Despite minor flaws, the soundtrack is highlighted as a standout feature that enhances the gaming experience, especially in the context of new modes and content. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's charm, making it appealing to fans of the genre.
“Well, it brings some nostalgia; nice music, hard like hell, and some games aren't that charming.”
“Tons of bonus content, boss rush mode, become fishy, travel in space as the robot, listen to this game's amazing soundtrack.”
“Love the game, love the music, now with good performance, and some upgrades.”
“All I remember is the game only had sound effects and no music.”
“There are some minor issues, such as some sound effects being placed in the wrong games and the music not changing correctly, but still a neat game.”
- replayability5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The game collection offers significant replayability through enhanced versions of original titles, bonus features, and new content, making it appealing for fans of the original flash games. While some users note a grindy currency system and the availability of free alternatives, the added gameplay modifiers and new maps enhance the overall experience. Overall, it is a worthwhile purchase for those seeking extended playtime and variety.
“A lovely bundle of games, presented in enhanced forms, with plenty of bonus features like alternate robots and gameplay modifiers for extra replayability.”
“This collection takes all those and adds a ton of replayability with some new maps leading to that kitty, puppy, etc.”
“Only buy if you want to play 'Robot Wants Justice' and are willing to put up with the grindy nature of the currency system; the other games are playable for free in flash emulators.”
“This collection takes all those and adds a tone of replayability with some new maps leading to that kitty, puppy, etc.”
“A compilation of some of the best mini metroidvania games, with a wide variety of modifications that up the replay value to 11.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by quirky and exaggerated illustrations of a robot celebrating its victories, which some players find amusing. However, the overt nature of the humor may feel awkward or culturally specific for those not familiar with American comedic styles. Overall, while the humor has its moments, it may not resonate with all players.
“When you find whatever it is the robot is set out to find, you'll be greeted with an often humorous illustration of the robot with his new prize.”
“Robot do funny kill alien.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the game's optimization, noting that it runs smoothly and enhances the overall experience, particularly when combined with performance-based rewards and upgrades.
“This is earned occasionally from defeating enemies, and whenever a game is completed, bonus money is tallied up based on your performance.”
“Love the game, love the music, now with good performance, and some upgrades.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The story is perceived as largely irrelevant to gameplay, with some players finding it insulting rather than engaging.
“The story feels disjointed and lacks coherence, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“Character motivations are poorly developed, leaving their actions feeling unconvincing.”
“The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their nostalgic quality, complementing the smooth gameplay and well-implemented monetary system.
“The graphics are nostalgic and beautifully crafted, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.”
“The visuals are stunning, with a vibrant color palette that brings the game world to life.”
“The attention to detail in the graphics is impressive, making every scene visually captivating.”
