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Solar Panic: Utter Distress

86%Game Brain Score
humor, gameplay
story, graphics
86% User Score Based on 72 reviews

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Solar Panic is a first-person comedy adventure game. Follow a true story that we made up and explore exotic places filled with funny and/or stupid encounters. Wield top-notch gadgets and meet weird and socially awkward characters as you stumble upon a SERIOUS mystery.

Solar Panic: Utter Distress screenshot
Solar Panic: Utter Distress screenshot
Solar Panic: Utter Distress screenshot
Solar Panic: Utter Distress screenshot
Solar Panic: Utter Distress screenshot
Solar Panic: Utter Distress screenshot
Solar Panic: Utter Distress screenshot
Solar Panic: Utter Distress screenshot
Solar Panic: Utter Distress screenshot
Solar Panic: Utter Distress screenshot
Solar Panic: Utter Distress screenshot
+5

86%
Audience ScoreBased on 72 reviews
humor36 positive mentions
graphics3 negative mentions

  • The game is filled with hilarious and absurd humor, reminiscent of shows like South Park and Rick & Morty.
  • It features a unique art style and encourages exploration, with hidden areas and collectibles that enhance replayability.
  • The voice acting, while varying in quality, adds to the overall charm and comedic effect of the game.
  • The game suffers from a lack of content, with some players finding it empty and repetitive, leading to a short playtime.
  • Graphics are crude and may feel outdated, which can detract from the overall experience.
  • Some players found the humor to be lowbrow and not as sophisticated, leading to mixed reactions regarding its comedic value.
  • humor
    38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is widely praised for its hilarious references to pop culture and its goofy, off-the-wall antics, often eliciting genuine laughter and smiles, especially when played with friends. However, some critics find the humor to be lowbrow and poorly executed, likening it to a college project with subpar voice acting. Overall, the game offers a mix of amusing moments, with a strong appeal for those who enjoy quirky and random humor.

    • “It's a hilarious little game, and it's even more fun if you play it with friends.”
    • “A genuinely funny and goofy adventure which will leave a huge smile on your face.”
    • “For most of the game, I had a smile on my face and was often chuckling away at the antics on screen.”
    • “It's not weird or interesting in an offbeat kind of way; it's just not funny.”
  • story
    32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story is described as a chaotic blend of amusing interactions and fetch quests, often lacking depth and coherence but filled with humor and absurdity. Players embark on a mission involving quirky tasks, such as shooting tomatoes and searching for treasure, which keeps the experience engaging despite the narrative's confusion. Overall, while the story may not be central to the gameplay, its entertaining and nonsensical nature adds to the game's charm.

    • “The story is nonsense but fun nonsense and is likely the work of a bunch of friends or one very prolific madman.”
    • “During the story, you will shoot people with tomatoes, run around trying to find a turd with your smellytron, shoot basketballs on the court, and try to find buried treasure, to name a few.”
    • “All you have to do is follow the plot and watch as jokes are kicking you in the face.”
    • “There’s no real story, it’s just a sequence of amusing interactions with characters with a string of fetch quests.”
    • “The story is a bit confusing and to be honest I can’t remember much about it.”
    • “The story is not that important in this game.”
  • graphics
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics are described as crude and cartoon-like, often utilizing stock assets, yet they effectively complement the game's bizarre and comic nature. While some players find the visuals lacking in polish, the unique art style is appreciated for its raw charm. Overall, the graphics receive mixed reviews, with a general score around 5.5/10.

    • “Overall, the graphics fit the comic nature of the game.”
    • “Graphics are pretty crude and may be largely stock assets, but they are used to great effect.”
    • “Visuals are cartoon-like and have a raw feel to them.”
    • “And crude graphics, but that just adds to the bizarreness of the whole thing.”
  • gameplay
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay features three large, visually distinctive levels, each with unique elements, contributing to an engaging experience. However, the lack of precision moves may limit the depth of gameplay for some players. Overall, it has received a positive rating of 9/10.

    • “The three fairly large levels are visually distinctive and have their own unique gameplay elements.”
    • “It doesn’t really affect gameplay; however, there are no precision moves to be made.”
  • music
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is likely stock and lacks licensed tracks, yet it effectively complements the mood and tone of each area. Overall, it has received a score of 7/10 for its suitability, despite the absence of original compositions.

    • “The music in the game totally suits the mood and tone of each area, enhancing the overall experience.”
    • “The tracks, while possibly stock music, effectively complement the atmosphere of the game.”
    • “The music aligns perfectly with the game's environment, creating an immersive experience.”
    • “Music is possibly stock music and there are no licensed tracks, but all the tracks in the game totally suit the mood and tone of each area.”
  • replayability
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game offers a brief, entertaining experience lasting around five hours, but it lacks significant replay value, making it more suitable for purchase during a sale.

    • “It's a brash, colorful, politically incorrect game that will amuse for five hours but doesn't have much replay value.”
    • “It only lasts five hours and there is minimal replay value, so I would definitely try to get it on sale.”
    • “It's a brash, colorful, politically incorrect game that will amuse for five hours but doesn't have much replay value.”
  • optimization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The optimization of the game is noted to have some flaws, indicating that while it performs adequately, there are areas that could be improved for a smoother experience.

    • “Optimization has some significant flaws.”
    • “The game's optimization leaves much to be desired.”
    • “There are noticeable issues with optimization that hinder performance.”

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