Star Fetchers

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

98%

Audience ScoreBased on 5,813 reviews

music879 positive mentions

stability13 negative mentions

music
1,415 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many users praising its catchy, immersive quality that enhances the overall atmosphere and gameplay experience. While the soundtrack is often described as fantastic and reminiscent of titles like "Hotline Miami," some players noted a lack of variety in combat music, leading to occasional repetitiveness. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's unique charm and appeal.
- “The atmosphere, soundtrack, and aesthetics are tailored completely for the story, resulting in an incredibly immersive and unique feeling game.”
- “The music is out of this world good, and it perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.”
- “The soundtrack is fantastic, blending perfectly with the game's tone and adding depth to the gameplay.”
- “My only real critique would be that the combat music quickly gets dull - the soundtrack is great, there's just not enough variety.”
- “The art was mediocre (except for some parts of cut-scenes as well as the credits), the music was annoying, the controls for the sword were tiring and unreliable.”
- “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
920 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating its unique mechanics, such as controlling sword swings with the mouse and the fast-paced, one-hit-kill combat reminiscent of titles like "Hotline Miami" and "Katana Zero." However, several reviewers noted that the controls can feel clunky and imprecise, leading to frustration during combat. Overall, while the gameplay is seen as fun and engaging, it is also viewed as needing refinement and polish to fully realize its potential.
- “The gameplay itself is fun and quite unique; simply put, you use your mouse-controlled sword to slice enemies and deflect bullets.”
- “The gameplay loop is simple yet fun: guide the sword with your mouse, hit enemy swords to parry them, and block bullets fired at you.”
- “The gameplay is fast-paced, extremely fun, simple to use, but a little difficult to get good at.”
- “I cannot overstate what a terrible idea the decision to go for a Hotline Miami instant-death style of gameplay was for this.”
- “The gameplay is borderline unplayable but the dialogue is some of the best shit I've ever seen.”
- “The gameplay is a bit lacking with the best and easiest strategy for all fights other than the second boss being flailing your sword ahead of you while mindlessly charging forward without much need to use the rest of your kit.”
story
712 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is widely praised for its engaging and humorous narrative, blending dark themes with quirky characters and a unique aesthetic. Many players appreciate the depth and potential of the storyline, despite its current brevity, and express excitement for future installments. The combination of compelling dialogue, a captivating soundtrack, and a relatable premise contributes to a rich storytelling experience that resonates with players.
- “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!!!”
- “A soulful and unique experience with a captivating storyline and lovable characters.”
- “The story, the art, the soundtrack are all very good and should be considered as the strongest points of this game.”
- “The story is incoherent and the combat is clunky and awkward and consists mostly of just dragging your mouse in a single direction.”
- “Overall it feels like the plot was written by Zambezi themselves, aka, a 12-year-old who's parents let them watch too much Adult Swim.”
- “The story is extremely shallow both in story, dialogue, and gameplay.”
graphics
680 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim for their unique and captivating art style, often compared to the aesthetics of titles like "Hotline Miami" and "Katana Zero." Players appreciate the vibrant, pixelated visuals and the way they complement the game's immersive atmosphere and engaging soundtrack, creating a cohesive and memorable experience. 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 atmosphere, soundtrack, aesthetics, and setting are tailored completely for the story, resulting in an incredibly immersive and unique feeling game.”
- “The visuals, the music, oh god the music, perfection.”
- “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 art style is not deliberate; it's just incompetent.”
- “The graphics are awful; 'oh but it's just the aesthetic' fuck your aesthetic you should be getting paid to play this game.”
- “It's janky, it's messy, the graphics aren't always clear.”
humor
490 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised for its cleverness and charm, often blending dark, absurdist, and meme-inspired elements that resonate with players. Many reviewers highlight the witty dialogue and character interactions as standout features, contributing to an engaging and entertaining experience. While some find the humor hit-or-miss, the overall consensus is that it effectively enhances the game's unique atmosphere and storytelling.
- “The writing is actually funny and full of character, the cozy nocturnal atmosphere is fantastic, and the soundtrack bangs.”
- “The characters are interesting and the humor is a blend of millennial and Gen Z dark/strange that makes me genuinely laugh.”
- “The humor, art, and story all exceeded what I had hoped for and I can't wait to play more.”
- “The game's writing is clearly supposed to mostly be comedic, but it's just not funny as the game goes on.”
- “Dumb-ass unfunny jokes aside, this is a very good game with a very good atmosphere (and soundtrack).”
- “I liked pretty much all the characters except the main characters and the two unfunny girl scouts.”
atmosphere
172 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its immersive and unique qualities, blending captivating visuals, a stellar soundtrack, and engaging writing that enhances the overall experience. Reviewers highlight the game's ability to evoke a range of emotions, from humor to euphoria, while maintaining a distinct style reminiscent of cult classics. Despite some gameplay drawbacks, the rich atmosphere and character-driven storytelling leave players eager for more.
- “The atmosphere, soundtrack, and aesthetics are tailored completely for the story, resulting in an incredibly immersive and unique feeling game.”
- “The atmosphere is incredible; you're immersed in this cyberpunk dystopia with a fantastic soundtrack.”
- “The atmosphere, writing, humor, soundtrack, and general presentation of the game make the dive into its absurd world an engaging experience.”
- “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
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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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. Overall, players appreciate the game's capacity to resonate on a personal level, prompting reflections on dreams and life's challenges.
- “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
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is highlighted by its unique and charming character designs, which are complemented by strong writing and engaging dialogue. Players appreciate the depth and personality of the main characters, although some feel that additional visual cues, like dialogue avatars, could enhance clarity. Overall, the combination of art direction, humor, and character interactions contributes to a memorable and enjoyable experience.
- “I'm really interested to see where the story goes and its art and character design are really good.”
- “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
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability has received mixed feedback, with many users reporting various bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay, such as clipping through the floor and issues with save points. While some players experienced minimal problems and praised the overall experience, others found the frequent screen glitches and fullscreen issues significantly hindered their enjoyment. Overall, the game shows promise but requires further polishing to address these stability concerns.
- “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.”
- “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.”
- “It's a really good game, but the screen glitches almost all the time, making it almost unplayable. I couldn't find any way to solve it because it came out just 5 days ago.”
- “Sometimes fullscreen glitches out, and I can't get into the game until I really start messing with it.”
replayability
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game is praised for its high replayability, with many players enjoying the unique mechanics, engaging combat, and memorable writing that encourage experimentation and exploration. Despite a relatively short playtime, the diverse scenarios and character options contribute to a satisfying experience that players find worth revisiting.
- “This game rewards patience and replayability.”
- “Gritty art style, bombastic music, awesome gameplay gimmick, great dialogue, short, infinite replayability.”
- “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.”
- “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.”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The grinding aspect of the game is widely criticized for being tedious and frustrating, with combat mechanics that often reduce battles to repetitive actions. Players find the gameplay lacks depth, leading to a sense of monotony, although some appreciate the balance of difficulty in certain encounters. Overall, the grinding experience detracts from the enjoyment of the game.
- “Grinding can be a rewarding experience if you enjoy the journey of leveling up your character.”
- “The grind is real, but it feels satisfying to see your hard work pay off in the end.”
- “Investing time in grinding allows you to unlock powerful abilities and gear that enhance your gameplay.”
- “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
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized as a cash grab, particularly due to a short DLC that diverges significantly from the main gameplay. While there are no in-game purchases for additional content, the overall approach has been deemed unsatisfactory, with some reviewers likening it to a poorly executed advertisement rather than a genuine gaming experience.
- “Instead they make a cash grab 30 min DLC that has completely different gameplay.”
- “No in-game purchases for more content 0/10.”
- “Best iCarly advertisement I've seen in a while.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed feedback; while some users report no performance issues, others highlight significant optimization problems that detract from the overall experience. Many feel 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 disappointing because of how horribly optimized it is.”
- “This game really looks promising, but it needs more development and especially meticulous optimizations.”