Space Ark

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Space Ark is a single player casual puzzle game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Strawdog Studios Ltd and was released on March 16, 2012. It received neutral reviews from players.

Space Ark is a fun arcade/puzzle game with a hint of retro arcade flavour; inspired by classic arcade games of the late 80s, such as Rainbow Island, Bubble Bobble and Arkanoid. With your crack team of animal ‘Arkonauts’, you have escaped your once peaceful solar system, which has been shattered by a wandering black hole, and are now looking for new places to live. With a trail of damaged planets …

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Audience ScoreBased on 14 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features colorful graphics and a fun soundtrack, making it visually appealing and engaging.
It offers a unique twist on the classic Arkanoid gameplay by allowing players to control both the bounce pad and the character, adding an extra layer of challenge.
Casual gamers will find it accessible, while the gameplay is challenging enough to keep adults engaged.

The game suffers from technical issues, including a lack of fullscreen support and frequent crashes, which detracts from the overall experience.
Gameplay can be frustrating due to a steep difficulty spike and the requirement to achieve specific scores to progress, making it feel like a chore.
The port to PC is poorly executed, with limited controller support and no customization options, leading to a perception of it being a cash grab.

gameplay
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The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it lacking depth and unforgiving, while others appreciate the innovative use of 3D in a familiar breakout arcade mechanic. Overall, it seems to struggle in delivering a compelling experience, leading to a lower overall rating.
- “While the gameplay itself is a familiar breakout arcade mechanic, Space Ark uses 3D to put a spin on the standard sidescrolling challenge.”
- “There is not much to the gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is kind of where it starts to fall apart.”
- “4/10 for graphics and sound, but gameplay is a little on the unforgiving side.”
graphics
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The game's graphics are generally praised for their appealing pop-art style and overall handsomeness, contributing to an engaging visual experience. However, some users noted a lack of customizability and rated the graphics lower due to gameplay challenges. Overall, the visuals are considered a strong point, enhancing the game's appeal to both adults and children.
- “I liked the pop-art style intro.”
- “The game has great graphics.”
- “The game has handsome graphics, a fun soundtrack, and is challenging enough to engage an adult while being simple enough for a child to grasp.”
- “There is no graphics customizability.”
- “I would rate the graphics and sound a 4/10, but the gameplay is a little on the unforgiving side.”
music
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The game's music is described as catchy and fun, complementing its handsome graphics and engaging gameplay that appeals to both adults and children. While it evokes a sense of nostalgia reminiscent of the jazz age, it successfully balances charm and accessibility.
- “The avatars are cute and the music is catchy.”
- “The game has handsome graphics, a fun soundtrack, and is challenging enough to engage an adult while being simple enough for a child to grasp.”
- “Scott Fitzgerald didn't see the jazz age as all about hip music and sparkly clothes.”
story
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The game's story revolves around a "bring life to dead planet/terraform" theme, where players collect gem chains to create food, emphasizing a narrative of rejuvenation and ecological restoration.
- “The storyline of collecting gem chains to create food is a captivating journey that brings life to a dead planet through terraforming.”
- “The narrative of transforming a barren world into a thriving ecosystem is both engaging and thought-provoking.”
- “I was truly immersed in the story of reviving a lifeless planet, making every gem chain I collected feel meaningful.”
- “The storyline revolves around collecting gem chains to create food in a 'bring life to a dead planet/terraform' narrative, but it feels shallow and lacks depth.”
- “The plot is overly simplistic and fails to engage the player, making the experience feel more like a chore than an adventure.”
- “Despite the interesting premise, the story is poorly executed and leaves many questions unanswered, resulting in a lack of emotional investment.”
monetization
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The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized as a blatant cash grab, with users noting a lack of effort in its PC port and no redeeming features to justify its pricing.
- “The developer has made zero effort porting this to PC - this is just an outright cash grab with no redeeming features.”
- “The in-game purchases are ridiculously overpriced and feel exploitative.”
- “It seems like every aspect of the game is designed to push you towards spending more money.”