Squared Adventure

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SQUARED ADVENTURE Embark on a journey through tunnels, caves and ancient temples, solving puzzles and fighting all kinds of hostile creatures. Be smart - avoid traps and think carefully. They say it doesn't hurt ;) Features: Charming single player gameplay with no need to rush. A small yet beautiful world to explore. Logical puzzles with different mechanics. Some enemies to not make the …

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

94%

Audience ScoreBased on 34 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game is free, demonstrating the developer's belief in their work and providing a service to the gaming community.
It features fun mechanics and a simple, yet charming pixel art style that some players found enjoyable.
Many players appreciated the game's personality, humor, and potential for future development.

The graphics are considered poor and lazy, which detracts from the overall experience.
The game has received a dismal public reception, with very few concurrent players and a lack of engagement.
Despite being free, many players felt the game lacked depth, story, and motivation to continue playing.

graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
43%
29%
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some users criticizing the pixel art as "godawful" and lazy, suggesting a lack of skill or resources from the developer. Conversely, others appreciate the simple yet charming pixelated art style, noting that it complements the game's fun mechanics and overall experience.
- “Onto another note, 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.”
- “Games like Terraria and Stardew Valley succeeded despite the bad graphics, not because of them.”
gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
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The gameplay is praised for its engaging mechanics and clever design, offering a fun experience that evolves in complexity throughout the game. While it features a simple yet appealing art style and includes enjoyable easter eggs, some players feel that the game could benefit from additional levels to fully explore its potential. Overall, it stands out among typical asset-flip platformers, providing a more substantial and entertaining experience.
- “This game has so much potential and fun mechanics, with each section being more complicated and 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.”
- “Minimalist textures, simple but funny gameplay - that was my aim all the time.”
- “I feel like there could have been a few more levels after all the mechanics are introduced.”
- “This game seems legit, unlike many 2D retro platformers on Steam that are just basic asset flips. However, it still feels like it lacks depth compared to what could have been achieved.”
- “Gameplay: 7”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted by its amusing trailer and credits, which effectively elicit laughter. Players appreciate the simplistic textures and gameplay that contribute to the overall comedic experience, emphasizing that humor was a key focus in the game's design.
- “The trailer and the credits were really funny; they made me laugh.”
- “Minimalist textures, simple, but funny gameplay - that was my aim all the time.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The lack of a compelling story and purpose has left players feeling unmotivated to continue playing, with many expressing disappointment in the game's narrative depth.
- “There is no motivation to keep playing as there's no story or purpose.”
- “The lack of a compelling narrative makes it hard to stay engaged.”
- “The story feels disjointed and fails to provide any meaningful context.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is widely praised for being fun and engaging, complementing the simple yet charming pixelated art style. Reviewers appreciate the effort put into both the graphics and the soundtrack, enhancing the overall gaming experience.
- “The graphics and music are so amazing, with fun music and a simple pixelated art style that the creators put a lot of time and effort into.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The replayability of the game is rated as average, with a score of 6, indicating that while there are some elements that encourage players to return, it may not offer enough variety or incentives to keep them engaged for extended periods.