Snail Trek Chapter 2
- December 12, 2017
- Phil Fortier
- 1h median play time
Get on Steam"Snail Trek Chapter 2" is the second installment in a series of adventure games featuring snail characters. With improved gameplay mechanics from the first game, players can switch between characters to solve puzzles, explore an alien world, and uncover the mysteries behind their journey. The game features a text parser interface with auto-save, auto-suggest, and no dead ends to enhance the player experience.
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Reviews
- The game features clever and fun puzzles that are engaging and logical, providing a sense of triumph when solved.
- The introduction of switchable characters adds depth to the gameplay, enhancing the challenge and variety of puzzles.
- The nostalgic EGA-style graphics and catchy soundtrack contribute to a charming and enjoyable experience reminiscent of classic Sierra games.
- The game is quite short, with completion times averaging around 20-30 minutes, leaving players wanting more.
- Some players noted that the puzzles seemed easier compared to the first chapter, which may reduce replay value.
- There are minor bugs present that need to be addressed, which can detract from the overall experience.
- story8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The story is engaging and evolves well, starting from the first chapter, where players encounter intriguing plots and clever puzzles. It revolves around a crew's struggle for survival and their mission to determine a new planet's habitability, all while facing a devious enemy. The narrative is described as both humorous and well-paced, enhancing the overall experience.
“I'm enjoying the way this story is evolving.”
“To fully grasp the unfolding story, it's recommended to start with the first chapter.”
“Everything from meeting new things in hidden places to a devious plot from a new enemy while simply trying to save your species.”
“Short on food, the crew not only has to first find a safe way off the ship, but also proceed with their mission and verify that this planet is habitable to their species.”
- humor6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised for its farcical and heart-warming qualities, making the experience both entertaining and engaging. Players appreciate the clever writing and funny puzzles, which contribute to a compelling narrative that encourages replayability, despite the game's short duration. Overall, the humor is a standout feature that enhances the enjoyment of the title.
“They take an absolutely farcical parody of a theme and manage to make it somewhat compelling and well written with heart-warming humor, which is all you can really ask for from a title such as this, for as cheap as this is.”
“The story is hilarious and flows nicely from the first chapter.”
“The parser auto complete is hilarious.”
- music4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised, with users highlighting its energetic tracks and an impressive soundtrack. An epic and somewhat ominous song during the ending scene particularly stood out, enhancing the overall experience.
“Music is a real banger too.”
“I also liked the soundtrack.”
“During the ending scene, there was an epic song that played that felt almost ominous.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The graphics of this text-based adventure game evoke nostalgia with EGA-style visuals, enhanced by modern features like autosaves and auto-suggest text parsing. Players can navigate using the mouse or arrow keys, but interaction relies on typing commands, blending classic aesthetics with contemporary gameplay mechanics.
“With modern touches like autosaves and auto-suggest text parsing, this adventure delivers all the nostalgia of EGA-style graphics without the headache.”
“So, it's a text-based graphic adventure game, so although you can move with either mouse or arrow keys, you 'do stuff' by typing it out.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The gameplay features professional-looking pixel art and engaging puzzle mechanics, with the second chapter introducing a new mechanic that requires interaction with the snailiens to solve certain puzzles.
“Once again, it features professional-looking pixel art and fun puzzle gameplay.”
“The second chapter introduces a new mechanic that you can, and in order to complete some puzzles, you have to play with all the unfortunate snailiens.”
“The second chapter introduces a new mechanic that you must engage with, particularly when solving certain puzzles involving the unfortunate snail-like creatures.”
“The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks the depth needed to keep players engaged over time.”
“The controls are clunky and unresponsive, making it frustrating to navigate through the game.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game successfully blends farcical parody with heartfelt humor, creating a compelling narrative that resonates emotionally with players, especially considering its low price point.
“They take an absolutely farcical parody of a theme and manage to make it somewhat compelling and well-written with heartwarming humor, which is all you can really ask for from a title such as this, especially considering how affordable it is.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players generally find the replayability of the game to be high, citing multiple paths, varied character choices, and dynamic outcomes that encourage repeated playthroughs. Many appreciate the inclusion of unlockable content and challenges that enhance the experience with each session. Overall, the game offers enough diversity to keep players engaged long after the initial completion.
“The replay value is almost non-existent; once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back.”
“After finishing the main storyline, I found no compelling reasons to replay the game, as the choices felt inconsequential.”
“The lack of diverse endings or meaningful choices really diminishes the replayability factor.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some users reporting smooth performance and efficient resource management, while others have experienced significant lag and technical issues. Overall, the game's optimization appears to vary widely depending on individual system configurations.
