Saturn Quest: Blast Effect

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Saturn Quest: Blast Effect is a single player arcade action adventure game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Arkhouse Telegraph and was released on January 11, 2021. It received positive reviews from players.

Saturn Quest: Blast Effect is a story-driven action adventure game set in the human-less galaxy far far away. Fly, climb, shoot, explore the world and fight the giant bosses in this 8 Bit style Space Opera, full of drama and epic.

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Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews

story3 positive mentions

grinding5 negative mentions

The game features beautiful pixel art and an excellent soundtrack, enhancing the overall experience.
Gameplay improvements include a more forgiving difficulty, better boss design, and a more engaging narrative with interesting twists.
The game offers a unique and original adventure, standing out in the genre with its eclectic gameplay and charming characters.

Some sections of the game can be tedious, with long stretches without checkpoints and frustrating RNG elements.
The color palette and audio-visual presentation are considered a downgrade from the previous game, lacking variety and detail.
Navigation can be obscure and tedious, with large areas that feel empty and uninteresting, detracting from the overall enjoyment.

story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in Saturn Quest 2 is described as complex yet enjoyable, with a mix of confusion and engaging twists that keep players invested. The combination of visuals, music, and narrative elements enhances the overall experience, making it a standout entry in the series despite some frustrating moments.
- “When the visuals, story, and music just come together, it works, it so works.”
- “Well in this story-driven adventure game you will get your chance.”
- “I was able to follow the narrative pretty well and the plot even has some pretty good twists.”
- “And then there was a lot of story and I was fairly confused, but I still enjoyed myself.”
- “Well in this story-driven adventure game, you will get your chance.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay in "Saturn Quest: Blast Effect" has been significantly improved from its predecessor, "Shadow of Planetus," featuring a blend of top-down mechanics reminiscent of Zelda and Ys, while still incorporating elements from Shadow of the Colossus and shoot 'em up genres. Players appreciate the eclectic and retro-inspired gameplay, making it an enjoyable experience overall.
- “Gameplay is much improved from the previous installment.”
- “Love the eclectic gameplay.”
- “Saturn Quest: Blast Effect is a direct sequel to Shadow of Planetus, which changes up the gameplay a bit, focusing primarily on more top-down gameplay similar to Zelda and Ys, but still includes some Shadow of the Colossus and shmup elements from the first game.”
- “So I can't judge this gameplay fairly.”
- “Saturn Quest: Blast Effect is a direct sequel to Shadow of Planetus, which changes up the gameplay a bit, focusing primarily on more top-down gameplay similar to Zelda and Ys, but still has some Shadow of the Colossus and shmup elements from the first game.”
- “Saturn Quest: Blast Effect is a direct sequel to Shadow of Planetus, which changes up the gameplay a bit, focusing primarily on more top-down gameplay similar to Zelda and Ys, but still has some Shadow of the Colossus and shmup elements from the first game.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received mixed reviews; while some praise the soundtrack for its effectiveness in enhancing the overall experience, others feel it falls short compared to the previous installment, citing a reliance on recycled tracks and an underwhelming color palette. Overall, the soundtrack is considered decent but not exceptional.
- “When the visuals, story, and music just come together, it works, it so works.”
- “The soundtrack is great, although maybe not as great as Shadow of Planetus.”
- “And then there is the music... look, I don't think the soundtrack for this game is bad, but it's not anywhere near the first game, outside of the recycled songs.”
- “I thought the color palette and the soundtrack were a bit underwhelming in this game. Again, it's subjective, but I feel like you didn't try as hard.”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, with long sections lacking checkpoints and heavy reliance on RNG. Many reviews highlight the expansion of tedious elements from the previous game, such as aimless navigation and repetitive tasks, while expressing a desire for more engaging boss encounters. Overall, the experience is marked by a balance of difficulty overshadowed by monotonous gameplay.
- “My problem with this game is that it expands on the tedious parts of the first game, such as the space shooting and aimless walking, as opposed to expanding on the bosses that you would climb - there are only a few of those in this game.”
- “Sure, the difficulty is more balanced, but at the same time, the game is more tedious, with lots of walking in dull areas.”
- “Like in some other games, there are sections that are painful or tedious - long sections without checkpoints, or heavy on RNG, or mazes.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the graphics received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the enjoyable aesthetic when combined with the story and music. However, many felt that the visuals represent a downgrade from the first game, citing issues with the color palette and a lack of detail, leading to a less engaging experience.
- “When the visuals, story, and music just come together, it works; it so works.”
- “+ Enjoyable aesthetic, but maybe not as good as the first.”
- “Oddly enough, the blast effect feels like an aesthetic downgrade from the first game; something about the color palette, the black and white just does not look as good as the yellow and blue, and there seems to be less detail overall.”
- “In my opinion, it's not a good follow-up to the first game. It feels like a downgrade in aesthetic and pacing, and there is less focus on climbing bosses.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by the charmingly naive captain navigator and his surprisingly wholesome relationship with his personal ambassador, Roro Rororo, the motherbrain, which adds depth and warmth to the narrative.
- “Captain Navigator is charmingly dumb, and his relationship with his personal ambassador Roro Rororo, the Motherbrain, is surprisingly wholesome and touching.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is noted as unique, featuring several memorable moments that contribute to its overall immersive experience.
- “It's still a unique experience, and it has a few atmospheric moments.”