Squared Adventure

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Squared Adventure is a single player casual platformer game. It was developed by Newc42 and was released on July 31, 2024. It received very positive reviews from players.

Squared Adventure Hi! I created this game a few years ago, and although it looks like a poor asset flip made by a high school student, it turned out to be pretty good in the end. If you give it a try, please share your thoughts in the comments :). You can also play the game on Steam. Main features: Charming single player gameplay with no need to rushA small yet beautiful world to exploreLogic…

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95%

Audience ScoreBased on 37 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

story2 negative mentions

The game is a fun, short platformer with charming graphics and enjoyable mechanics.
It's free to play and offers a delightful experience with interesting level design and humor.
The developer shows potential and dedication, making it a game worth trying for fans of the genre.

Accidentally starting a new game can reset progress, and the game lacks a proper save feature or confirmation prompt.
Some levels, particularly boss fights, can be frustrating and detract from the overall enjoyment.
The game is quite short, leaving players wanting more content and depth.

gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is praised for its solid mechanics and engaging design, offering a fun experience that evolves in complexity as players progress. While the game is relatively short, with a completion time of around half an hour, it features enjoyable elements like easter eggs and humor, though some players wished for additional levels to further explore the introduced mechanics. Overall, it stands out among typical asset-flip platformers for its genuine gameplay experience.
- “I'll start this with I beat this in around half an hour, but this game has so much potential and fun mechanics, with each section being more complicated/harder. I enjoyed the easter eggs and the fun little tidbits of jokes and notes around, not to mention the ending credits.”
- “This is a great little game with fun mechanics and a simple, but great art style.”
- “This one, like I said, seems legit (hundreds of 2D retro platformers on Steam are just basic asset flips, etc.), so there's some gameplay rather than the shallow minimum viable product stuff you normally get.”
- “I feel like there could have been a few more levels after all the mechanics are introduced.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
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The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some users criticizing the pixel art as "godawful" and indicative of a lack of skill or resources, while others appreciate the simple yet charming art style and find it enjoyable. Overall, opinions vary significantly, highlighting a divide between those who see the graphics as a detriment and those who embrace the retro aesthetic.
- “The graphics and music are so amazing, with fun music, a fun but simple pixelated art style that the game creators put time and effort into.”
- “This is a great little game with fun mechanics and a simple, but great art style.”
- “Graphics: 8”
- “This feature is really godawful, lazy pixel crap 'art' instead of real graphics.”
- “It's hard to say if this was because the developer didn't have the skill to create 3D visuals, or couldn't afford to hire someone who does, but it also doesn't matter.”
- “The developer chooses to attack the review by failing to acknowledge the real reason they used poor pixel 'art' instead of doing their job properly and arranging contemporary visuals.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The reviews indicate a lack of a compelling story, with some users expressing a desire for a more in-depth narrative to enhance the gameplay experience. While there is potential for a comedic story in future developments, the absence of a current storyline has left players feeling unmotivated to continue.
- “I'm definitely looking forward to what this dev team will do in the future, as I could see something along the lines of an in-depth comedic story 2D platformer being absolutely amazing!”
- “No story.”
- “There is also no motivation to keep playing as there's no story or purpose.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the humor in the game to be a delightful surprise, with many noting that it elicited genuine laughter through clever elements like the trailer and credits. The simplicity of the gameplay, combined with its comedic aspects, contributes to an enjoyable and amusing experience that encourages players to discover the humor for themselves.
- “Also, a fun little surprise was that this game made me laugh quite a bit!”
- “I'm not going to explain why or how it made me laugh; you'll have to figure it out yourself by playing the game!”
- “The trailer and the credits were really funny; they made me laugh.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express that the grinding aspect of the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of effort akin to having a second life to fully engage with it.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's replayability is rated as average, with players noting that while there are some elements that encourage multiple playthroughs, such as varied character choices or branching storylines, the overall experience may not offer enough incentive for players to return frequently.
- “The game lacks meaningful choices, making replayability feel pointless.”
- “Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to play again.”
- “The limited variety in gameplay mechanics means that replaying feels more like a chore than a fun experience.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is praised for its appealing art style and pleasant soundtrack, creating a relaxing experience, though it is noted to be quite short.
- “I like the art style and the atmosphere, but it is a very short game.”
- “Perfect for a relaxing session; bonus points for the soundtrack, which is very pleasant and blends perfectly with the game's atmosphere.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised for its pleasant and relaxing qualities, seamlessly enhancing the overall atmosphere. Reviewers appreciate the fun soundtrack, which complements the simple yet charming pixelated art style, indicating a thoughtful integration of audio and visuals.
- “Perfect for a relaxing session, bonus points for the soundtrack, which is very pleasant and blends perfectly with the game's atmosphere.”
- “The graphics and music are so amazing, with fun music and a simple pixelated art style that the game creators put time and effort into.”