SPACE ACCIDENT

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SPACE ACCIDENT is a single player casual simulation game with kids and science fiction themes. It was developed by Whale Rock Games and was released on February 10, 2022. It received positive reviews from players.

Space Accident is a 2D top-down space shooter game where you play as a spaceship pilot on a mission to save a mining colony from alien invaders. The game features procedurally generated levels, a variety of weapons and upgrades, and a scoring system that encourages replayability. Your strategic choices and quick reflexes will be key to your success as you battle through waves of enemies and navigate the dangers of deep space.

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85%

Audience ScoreBased on 183 reviews

gameplay18 positive mentions

grinding6 negative mentions

The graphics are visually appealing, utilizing the Unreal Engine effectively to create a stunning space environment.
The puzzles, while sometimes challenging, encourage critical thinking and problem-solving skills, making for an engaging experience.
The game offers a unique atmosphere and a captivating storyline that adds depth to the puzzle-solving experience.

The game suffers from poor design choices, including unclear mechanics and frustrating controls that detract from the overall enjoyment.
It is extremely short, with gameplay lasting around 20 minutes, which does not justify a full-price purchase.
Technical issues, such as game-breaking bugs and inadequate save features, significantly hinder the gameplay experience.

gameplay
62 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
61%
10%
The gameplay experience is highly polarized, with some players praising engaging mechanics and captivating graphics, particularly in titles like "Space Accident," which offers a humorous and atmospheric adventure. However, many reviews criticize poorly executed designs, tedious mechanics, and frustrating controls, leading to a lack of enjoyment and depth in gameplay. Overall, while some games provide interesting puzzles and complexity, others suffer from repetitive tasks and janky mechanics, resulting in a mixed reception.
- “Good graphics and gameplay.”
- “"Space Accident" is a delightful casual indie adventure game that offers a captivating and humorous storyline, engaging gameplay, and charming pixel-art graphics.”
- “Exciting gameplay, great graphics, and a gripping story.”
- “Struggling with poorly executed design and mechanics, it becomes a frustrating endeavor rather than a challenging and enjoyable one.”
- “Gameplay is hindered by tedious mechanics, such as the repetitive transportation of boxes.”
- “Controller scheme is pretty atrocious, having to hold a button to manipulate objects, which is the primary mechanic and has to be done with high precision, a design blunder if I ever saw one.”
story
60 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
70%
7%
The story in the game is generally perceived as underwhelming, with many reviewers noting that while it exists, it lacks depth and clarity. Some players found the narrative to be thin or confusing, often overshadowed by the gameplay and puzzles. However, there are mentions of intriguing elements and unexpected twists that add some appeal, suggesting that the story has potential but is not fully realized.
- “The story of his journey on the Zeus-M700 is a testament to the indomitable spirit of exploration and the human capacity to overcome any challenge.”
- “"Space Accident" is a delightful casual indie adventure game that offers a captivating and humorous storyline, engaging gameplay, and charming pixel-art graphics.”
- “In addition, the plot of the game captivates from the first minutes and ends with unexpected twists.”
- “I couldn't find a story.”
- “The plot is present, but not sufficiently disclosed.”
- “True, the story is a little confusing and it fades into the background.”
graphics
57 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
28%
5%
The graphics of the game are generally well-received, showcasing beautiful visuals powered by the Unreal Engine, with many players noting the realistic space views and charming pixel-art styles. While some reviews mention that the graphics are not particularly eye-catching, they are described as pleasant and of good quality, contributing positively to the overall gameplay experience. Overall, the graphics are considered a strong aspect of the game, enhancing its engaging puzzles and immersive atmosphere.
- “The graphics are simply amazing: space views, star systems and even the details of a spaceship look so realistic that it's like you're really inside them.”
- “A good game with nice detailed high-quality graphics, really high-quality puzzles, an interesting plot and outstanding optimization, because on my old PC from 2007, the game runs just great.”
- “Exciting gameplay, great graphics, and a gripping story.”
- “Graphically okay, but for a game whose base 'puzzle' function is to pick up a box and put it on a pad, your ability to do so is at best lacking.”
- “The game's only saving grace is its graphics, which utilize the Unreal Engine adequately.”
- “Graphics quality, even on a 1GB video card, will look playable.”
music
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
46%
42%
12%
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some praising its calming and immersive qualities that enhance the atmosphere of space exploration, while others note the absence of a musical score as a significant drawback. Overall, the soundtrack is described as interesting and well-suited to the game's themes, contributing positively to the player's experience despite some inconsistencies in its presence.
- “The music in the game creates an atmosphere of immersion in space and adventures in it.”
- “A good puzzle game, beautiful music plays in the background, which helps to relax as much as possible and fully immerse yourself in the world of 'Space Accident'.”
- “There is an interesting plot, excellent musical accompaniment, and a variety of actions.”
- “The absence of a musical score is a notable omission, detracting from the game's immersive potential.”
- “Not a bad, calm soundtrack.”
- “I only liked the soundtrack in the game.”
atmosphere
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
33%
25%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its immersive space setting, enhanced by atmospheric graphics and evocative music that draws players into a sense of adventure. Reviewers note a mix of excitement and a slightly gloomy tone, reminiscent of space horror, which adds depth to the experience, even in the absence of actual monsters. Overall, the atmosphere significantly contributes to the enjoyment of the gameplay and puzzles.
- “It captures with its atmosphere and gameplay, and I can't wait for new adventures in the vast expanses of space.”
- “The atmosphere is slightly gloomy, reminiscent of space horror movies in which a monster is about to jump out; I don’t know, fortunately or not, but I didn’t find any monsters in the game.”
- “The atmosphere is slightly gloomy, reminiscent of space horror movies in which a monster is about to jump out. I don’t know if that's fortunate or not, but I didn’t find any monsters in the game.”
- “The game is filled with puzzles and has an atmosphere of space; if only there were a better portal version.”
- “The music in the game creates an atmosphere of immersion in space and adventures in it.”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding mechanics in the game to be excessively tedious, particularly criticizing the repetitive tasks like transporting boxes and moving orbs. This has led to a consensus that these elements significantly hinder the overall gameplay experience.
- “Gameplay is hindered by tedious mechanics, such as the repetitive transportation of boxes.”
- “This is right up there on the list of most tedious games I have ever tried to play.”
- “It is astonishingly tedious to try and move the orbs around, much less get them in just the right location.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in "space accident" is highlighted as a key element, with players appreciating its captivating and amusing storyline that complements the engaging gameplay and charming pixel-art graphics. Overall, the game successfully blends humor with its casual adventure experience.
- “Space Accident is a delightful casual indie adventure game that offers a captivating and humorous storyline, engaging gameplay, and charming pixel-art graphics.”
- “Space Accident is a delightful casual indie adventure game that offers a captivating and humorous storyline, engaging gameplay, and charming pixel-art graphics.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its outstanding optimization, allowing it to run smoothly even on older hardware, such as a PC from 2007, while still delivering high-quality graphics and engaging puzzles.
- “A good game with nice detailed high-quality graphics, really high-quality puzzles, an interesting plot, and outstanding optimization. On my old PC from 2007, the game runs just great.”