SPACE ACCIDENT
- December 21, 2022
- Whale Rock Games
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.
Reviews
- The game features a variety of interactive levels with interesting puzzles and beautiful graphics, creating an engaging atmosphere.
- Many players found the gameplay enjoyable, with a captivating storyline and a good balance of challenge in the puzzles.
- The graphics and sound design received praise, contributing to an immersive experience that fans of puzzle games can appreciate.
- The game is criticized for its short length, with many players completing it in under two hours, leading to a feeling of it being incomplete.
- Numerous reviews pointed out frustrating mechanics, particularly with controls and puzzle design, which detracted from the overall enjoyment.
- The narrative and character development were seen as lacking, with some players feeling that the story did not add enough depth to the gameplay.
- gameplay31 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 61 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is a mixed bag, featuring engaging puzzles and appealing graphics, but marred by poorly executed mechanics and frustrating design choices that detract from the overall experience. While some players appreciate the complexity and humor in the gameplay, others find it tedious and repetitive, with issues like janky mechanics and a lack of innovation. Overall, the gameplay offers both enjoyable moments and significant drawbacks, leading to a polarized reception among players.
“The game has a lot of interactive levels with interesting puzzles, very nice graphics, and good 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 missions, stunning views, and addictive gameplay.”
“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.”
“Very janky game mechanics and unreliable physics.”
- story30 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it engaging and filled with unexpected twists, while others describe it as thin or average. Although the narrative provides a backdrop for the gameplay, many feel it lacks depth and clarity, often fading into the background behind the puzzles. Overall, while the story adds some intrigue, it may not be compelling enough to stand out on its own.
“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.”
“In addition, the plot of the game captivates from the first minutes and ends with unexpected twists.”
“Exciting gameplay, great graphics, and a gripping story.”
“The plot is present, but not sufficiently disclosed.”
“I couldn't find a story.”
“True, the story is a little confusing and it fades into the background.”
- graphics28 mentions
- 68 % positive mentions
- 21 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics of the game receive positive feedback, with many reviewers praising the beautiful visuals and detailed environments created using the Unreal Engine. While some mention that the graphics are not groundbreaking, they are described as pleasant, modern, and well-suited for the puzzle genre, contributing to an engaging gameplay experience. A few critiques note that while the graphics are good, they could benefit from additional elements like sound or more eye-catching designs.
“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.”
“What beautiful graphics, what interesting gameplay.”
“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 graphics are on the level, but they don't elevate the overall experience.”
“The game's only saving grace is its graphics, which utilize the Unreal Engine adequately.”
- music13 mentions
- 46 % positive mentions
- 31 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some praising its ability to create an immersive atmosphere and enhance the overall experience, particularly in the context of space adventures. While some users noted the absence of a musical score as a drawback, many appreciated the calming and interesting soundtrack that complements the gameplay and plot. Overall, the soundtrack is seen as a positive aspect that contributes to the game's ambiance and player engagement.
“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.”
- atmosphere5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its immersive qualities, enhanced by captivating music that evokes a sense of adventure in space. Reviewers note a blend of excitement and a slightly gloomy tone, reminiscent of space horror films, which adds to the overall experience, even in the absence of actual monsters.
“The music in the game creates an atmosphere of immersion in space and adventures in it.”
“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.”
- grinding3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
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 frustrating gameplay experience, with many labeling it as one of the most monotonous games they've encountered.
“Gameplay is hindered by tedious mechanics, such as the repetitive transportation of boxes.”
“This is right up there on the list of the 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.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
"Space Accident" is praised for its captivating and humorous storyline, which enhances the engaging gameplay experience. The charming pixel-art graphics further complement the game's lighthearted tone, making it a delightful indie adventure.
“Space Accident is a delightful casual indie adventure game that offers a captivating and humorous storyline, engaging gameplay, and charming pixel-art graphics.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
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 gameplay.
“A good game with nice detailed high-quality graphics, really high-quality puzzles, an interesting plot, and outstanding optimization. It runs great on my old PC from 2007.”