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Star Fetchers

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97%Game Brain Score
music, gameplay
stability, grinding
97% User Score Based on 5,918 reviews

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Star Fetchers is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by Svavelstickan and was released on January 17, 2020. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Star Fetchers: Pilot is part 1 of a journey following two inner city thugs as they take on the hardest gangster there ever was. Star Fetchers is an adventure huffing on the fumes of 90's midnight TV, delivering a story paved with bizarre scenarios, ugly characters and high paced action. Follow the gang "The Thornz" as they crawl out of the slum and make it to the top.

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97%
Audience ScoreBased on 5,918 reviews
music880 positive mentions
stability14 negative mentions
  • The game features a unique art style and engaging soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
  • The humor and character interactions are entertaining, providing a fun and immersive narrative.
  • The gameplay, while initially challenging, offers a satisfying combat system that encourages experimentation.
  • The combat mechanics can feel clunky and unresponsive at times, leading to frustrating moments during gameplay.
  • The camera is often too zoomed in, making it difficult to navigate and anticipate enemy attacks.
  • Some players may find the story and dialogue to be overly juvenile or derivative, lacking depth.
  • music
    1,420 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in "Star Fetchers" has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising its energetic and engaging soundtrack that complements the game's aesthetic and gameplay. The tracks are described as catchy, fitting well with the game's quirky humor and fast-paced action, often drawing comparisons to the soundtracks of "Hotline Miami" and "Katana Zero." While some players noted that the music can become repetitive during extended gameplay, the overall consensus is that the soundtrack significantly enhances the gaming experience, making it a standout feature of the game.

    • “The music is phenomenal, one downside is that I can't find the soundtrack.”
    • “The soundtrack is fantastic, the art style is catchy and I really like the straightforward story along with some hint of mystery and criticism.”
    • “The music, the writing, the gameplay all f*cking slap.”
    • “My only real critique would be that the combat music quickly gets dull - the soundtrack is great, there's just not enough variety.”
    • “The music can be grating at times and fails to enhance the atmosphere.”
    • “The only thing that makes it up is the soundtrack, sadly there aren't many tracks and the transitions between scenes aren't smooth, visually and audibly.”
  • gameplay
    932 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players enjoying its fast-paced, chaotic nature reminiscent of titles like Hotline Miami and Katana Zero, while others criticize it for being repetitive, simplistic, and occasionally frustrating due to clunky mechanics. Many appreciate the unique sword-swinging mechanics controlled by the mouse, but note that the execution can feel imprecise and janky, leading to a lack of depth in combat. Overall, while the gameplay shows promise and is often described as fun and engaging, it also requires refinement and polish to fully realize its potential.

    • “The gameplay is so fun and the comedy genuinely gave me a laugh multiple times.”
    • “The gameplay itself is fun and quite unique; simply put, you use your mouse-controlled sword to slice enemies and deflect bullets.”
    • “The gameplay is fast-paced, extremely fun, simple to use, but a little difficult to get good at.”
    • “The gameplay is repetitive, and I still don't fully understand how bosses like the warden are supposed to take damage (I think it's just survival), and the camera is zoomed in uncomfortably close.”
    • “The gameplay is boring, repetitive, and brings absolutely nothing new to the table.”
    • “The gameplay is rather frustrating, although it again tries to be unique.”
  • story
    716 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of the game has received a mix of praise and critique, with many players finding it engaging, humorous, and filled with potential for deeper exploration in future episodes. While some appreciate the quirky characters and dark comedic elements, others feel the narrative can be disjointed or lacking in depth. Overall, the combination of a compelling storyline, unique art style, and fitting soundtrack has left players eager for more content and development.

    • “The story is amazing, the world building is peak, the gameplay is my friend Pedro stabbing edition and cracked up by 1000, is free so there is no reason to not check it out!!!”
    • “The story, the artwork, and the soundtrack especially were what had me hooked.”
    • “The story is very engaging and the humor adds a nice touch.”
    • “At first it felt like the main characters made nonsensical decisions, as if the story was one coincidence after another, add that to being interrupted by some NPCs making basic commentaries about society and you can imagine why I didn’t vibe with it.”
    • “The story is extremely shallow both in story, dialogue, and gameplay.”
    • “The story, however, is the real attraction, and based on this demo, it's going to deliver.”
  • graphics
    687 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim for their unique and vibrant art style, often compared to the aesthetics of titles like "Hotline Miami" and "Katana Zero." Players appreciate the combination of pixel art and surreal visuals, which create an engaging atmosphere that complements the game's humor and narrative. While some critiques mention inconsistencies in character designs and animations, the overall aesthetic is celebrated for its creativity and charm, making it a standout feature of the game.

    • “The graphics are amazing.”
    • “The art style is unique and visually appealing; I instantly fell in love with the neon, grungy comic book-like style the second I saw the menu screen.”
    • “The visuals, the music, oh god the music, perfection.”
    • “Terrible unfunny writing, ugly graphics, horrid mechanics, and it's chapters like a mascot horror game.”
    • “The art style is not deliberate; it's just incompetent.”
    • “However sadly this is not it, right off the bat the first thing I noticed was how for lack of a better word 'mixed' the art style was with different aspects constantly clashing with one another creating a really unnerving look, and the animations are just simply bad.”
  • humor
    496 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is widely praised for its cleverness and ability to blend absurdity with deeper themes, often eliciting genuine laughter from players. Many reviews highlight the witty dialogue, unique character interactions, and a soundtrack that complements the comedic tone, creating a memorable and engaging experience. However, some players noted that the humor may not resonate with everyone, as it can range from dark and edgy to meme-inspired, appealing primarily to those who appreciate unconventional comedic styles.

    • “The comedy is funny as hell, the storyline is perfect.”
    • “This game is a vibe of its own, hilarious sense of humor and I guarantee you will be caught by surprise at least once.”
    • “The writing is actually funny and full of character, the cozy nocturnal atmosphere is fantastic, and the soundtrack bangs.”
    • “The game's writing is clearly supposed to mostly be comedic, but it's just not funny as the game goes on.”
    • “Terrible unfunny writing, ugly graphics, horrid mechanics, and it's chapters like a mascot horror game.”
    • “Ugly graphics, unfunny character writing, idiotic gameplay.”
  • atmosphere
    172 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its unique blend of engaging visuals, captivating music, and immersive storytelling, creating a vibrant and quirky experience reminiscent of classic indie titles. Reviewers highlight the game's ability to evoke strong emotions through its art style and sound design, often comparing it to iconic games like Hotline Miami and My Friend Pedro. Despite some gameplay drawbacks, the overall atmosphere is described as top-notch, filled with humor, charm, and a distinct punkish vibe that keeps players invested.

    • “The atmosphere, soundtrack, aesthetics, and setting are tailored completely for the story, resulting in an incredibly immersive and unique feeling game.”
    • “The atmosphere is incredible - grimy, disturbing, and darkly humorous.”
    • “The art style and soundtrack create a really unique atmosphere you won't find in many other games.”
    • “The music can be grating at times and fails to enhance the atmosphere.”
    • “The atmosphere is melancholic and depressing in a cyberpunk sort of cityscape.”
    • “While emitting a gritty atmosphere, this game also has a strong comedic undertone that I feel really solidifies it as a whole.”
  • emotional
    34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by a blend of humor and poignant moments, with players noting impactful scenes that evoke a range of feelings, from joy to sadness. Many reviews mention the game's ability to surprise with its emotional depth, despite its seemingly lighthearted premise, and commend the soundtrack for enhancing the overall experience. While some players found certain emotional moments to be well-executed, others felt the plot lacked depth, yet the game still managed to resonate on a personal level, inspiring reflection and connection.

    • “Star Fetchers is consistently surprising, funny, and emotionally dense.”
    • “This game made me feel a lot of emotions at once.”
    • “Despite the fact that this episode was a short - fifty minute - experience, there were some well-executed emotional moments that caught me off guard.”
  • character development
    27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development in the game is highlighted by its unique and charming character designs, which are complemented by strong writing and a captivating aesthetic. Players appreciate the depth and personality of the main characters, noting that the art direction and soundtrack enhance the overall experience. While the character development is described as short, it effectively contributes to the game's engaging atmosphere and memorable presentation.

    • “The character design, writing, music, and art are all top tier!”
    • “The character designs are incredibly charming, every character brimming with personality.”
    • “Character development and atmosphere have been presented well.”
    • “Character development and atmosphere has been presented well.”
    • “Fortunately, I guessed right on who was who, so well done on the character design and naming, but I think it would help if every character had a dialogue avatar, plus it would be more consistent.”
    • “The character designs are incredibly charming, every character brimming with personality (aside from maybe the standard mooks, but maybe that is to be expected).”
  • stability
    15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The stability of the game has received mixed feedback, with many users reporting various glitches, such as clipping through the floor, issues with save points, and problems with cutscenes. While some players experienced minimal bugs and praised the overall gameplay and visuals, others found the game somewhat annoying due to these technical issues. Overall, the game shows potential but requires further polishing to enhance stability.

    • “Runs great on Linux, with no crashes or performance issues.”
    • “The game maintains a steady frame rate, even during intense action sequences.”
    • “I've experienced zero bugs or glitches, making for a smooth gaming experience.”
    • “Add a skip or fast forward button to certain sections and fix some of the glitches (I got hard locked behind the final fight in Escape from Pork Belly because I tried to skip a cutscene) either that almost perfect game.”
    • “There were some glitches that made the game somewhat annoying to play; if you get too close to an enemy, you can clip through the floor, or save points just refuse to work.”
    • “Sometimes fullscreen glitches out and I can't get into the game until I really start messing with it.”
  • replayability
    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game is praised for its high replayability, with many players enjoying the unique mechanics, engaging dialogue, and varied combat scenarios that encourage experimentation. While some reviews note a short playtime, the fun and memorable experience, along with the potential for exploration and character variety, contribute to its lasting appeal. Despite minor issues, players find it more replayable than many paid titles, making it a worthwhile experience.

    • “This game rewards patience and replayability.”
    • “Gritty art style, bombastic music, awesome gameplay gimmick, great dialogue, short, infinite replayability.”
    • “There’s a lot of replayability in the combat since it's so bizarre that it forces you to experiment with it; scenarios could play out in a lot of fun ways because of that.”
    • “Only about an hour of playtime and a tiny bit of replay value, but the writing (though not the spelling) is stellar and fun, and also surprisingly advanced.”
    • “I don't know how it can be free to play; even if it's less than one hour long, it's really replayable.”
    • “Enjoyed the DLC, still kind of buggy, challenging, more replay value, but less material. 6.5/10.”
  • grinding
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, often involving repetitive combat mechanics that lack depth and coherence. While some appreciate the challenge and enjoy the boss fights, the overall experience is marred by clunky controls and a reliance on monotonous actions, leading to a sense of fatigue during gameplay.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
    • “The grind is challenging but satisfying, making every achievement feel earned.”
    • “This game is tedious; the story is incoherent, and the combat is clunky and awkward, consisting mostly of just dragging your mouse in a single direction.”
    • “The combat is fresh, but effectively boils down to tediously wiggling the sword up and down because that beats everything in the game, so I definitely can't call the combat good.”
    • “This means that in every reload, you can hit him about once before he runs to the other side of the room, making the battle a tedious and frustrating section where you will die many, many times to poor game mechanics.”
  • monetization
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization strategy has been criticized as a cash grab, particularly with a short DLC that diverges significantly from the main gameplay. Additionally, the game is perceived to rely heavily on advertising gimmicks rather than delivering a meaningful experience, drawing unfavorable comparisons to other titles.

    • “Instead they make a cash grab 30 min DLC that has completely different gameplay.”
    • “Best iCarly advertisement I've seen in a while.”
    • “Following in the steps of Undertale with a sleepy-eyed protagonist that is a stranger in a strange world while advertising a deep plot with interesting characters.”
  • optimization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's optimization has received mixed feedback; while some players report no issues with performance, others find it poorly optimized, affecting the overall experience. Many believe that further development and careful optimization are necessary to fully realize the game's potential.

    • “Performance and technical aspects: no problem 10 / 10”
    • “This game really looks promising but it needs more development and especially meticulous optimizations.”
    • “Loved everything, although the experience was kind of eh because of how horribly optimized it is.”
    • “This game really looks promising, but it needs more development and especially meticulous optimizations.”
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Star Fetchers is a action adventure game.

Star Fetchers is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 1 hours playing Star Fetchers.

Star Fetchers was released on January 17, 2020.

Star Fetchers was developed by Svavelstickan.

Star Fetchers has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its stability.

Star Fetchers is a single player game.

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