Stellar Mess: The Princess Conundrum

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Stellar Mess: The Princess Conundrum is a single player puzzle game with a comedy theme. It was developed by Tibba Games and was released on February 26, 2023. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Stellar Mess is a 2D point&click adventure game, set somewhere in Argentinean Patagonia. The game is inspired by early classic EGA games of the genre.

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Audience ScoreBased on 108 reviews

story9 positive mentions

gameplay4 negative mentions

Stellar Mess is a charming throwback to classic 90's point-and-click adventures, featuring engaging pixel art and a humorous storyline.
The game offers a nostalgic experience with clever references to pop culture, making it enjoyable for fans of the genre.
Despite its short length, the game provides a fun and entertaining experience, with puzzles that are mostly logical and rewarding.

The game suffers from unclear objectives and pixel-hunting, making it frustrating to progress without a guide.
Some puzzles are overly convoluted or illogical, leading to moments of confusion and potential soft-locks.
The walking mechanics can be tedious, as players must click to move rather than holding down a button, which disrupts the flow of gameplay.

story
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of "Stellar Mess" follows Diego, a comic book shop owner with dreams of meeting a fictional princess, but many players find it incomplete and poorly paced, often ending abruptly or on cliffhangers that encourage purchasing the next chapter. While the narrative features intriguing ideas and a nostalgic 80s/90s setting filled with pop culture references, it suffers from a lack of depth and engaging character development, with some puzzles feeling like tedious fetch quests. Overall, the game presents a fun premise but leaves players wanting more in terms of story resolution and depth.
- “Stellar Mess tells the story of Diego, a comic book shop owner who dreams of meeting the fictional Princess Lanor.”
- “The story is intriguing, and the character you play as gets into a lot of mischief - far more than I would expect for a hero.”
- “Stunning pixel art, an intriguing storyline, and charismatic characters make the first chapter a fantastic start to the game.”
- “The puzzles and flow felt off, and the story feels incomplete since it ends so quickly.”
- “The story is not something terribly original.”
- “This is not my type of game but I tried it anyway and yeah nah, walking is annoying because you have to click all the time you can't hold click, the story isn't really interesting and lacks depth.”
graphics
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are characterized by a nostalgic pixelated style reminiscent of classic 80s and 90s adventure games, which some players appreciate as a homage to the genre. However, this retro aesthetic may not appeal to everyone, as it can make navigation challenging and contribute to a frustrating gameplay experience. Overall, while the graphics evoke fond memories for fans of old-school games, they may deter those seeking modern visual standards.
- “A nice point-and-click game with pixelated graphics.”
- “Eng: wonderful love letter to 90's graphic adventures, humor, references, crunchy pixels and that characteristic difficulty of these games that make it a headache at times.”
- “The graphics are pixelated, reminiscent of old games, as is the sound, which is fine.”
- “16-colour EGA style graphics?”
- “Exactly what it promises to be: a competent and (very; think around 1990) old-style 'graphical' adventure game.”
gameplay
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Stellar Mess: The Princess Conundrum" has received largely negative feedback, with players criticizing its obscure puzzles, unclear objectives, and outdated mechanics that hinder enjoyment. While some appreciate the retro aesthetic and homage to classic point-and-click adventures, many find the navigation frustrating and the overall experience tedious, suggesting that it may only appeal to dedicated fans of the genre.
- “Old school gameplay like King's Quest with modern movie references.”
- “If you are a big fan of this type of gameplay, then sure, go for it.”
- “It's nice for a single developer project, but there are too many back and forth in the game; some scenes are overused and some are used once.”
- “Stellar mess: the princess conundrum (chapter 1) is a retro point-and-click adventure with obscure puzzles, unclear objectives, and mechanics that feel outdated without proper guidance.”
- “Cheap jokes, design from the worst era of gaming (gameplay-wise) and pointless going back and forth for the sake of moving.”
- “I couldn't get into it and the gameplay is more annoying and frustrating than it is fun. I like the art style and theme paying respects to super old PC games from the 80's like Police Quest, King's Quest, and LSL series; that's cool, but this game is much harder to navigate through without a guide and will cause most people like me to give up on it because it's not worth the trouble, to be honest.”
humor
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
91%
27%
The humor in the game is a mixed bag; while some players appreciate its nostalgic references and lightheartedness reminiscent of 90s adventure games, others find it uninspired and occasionally frustrating due to gameplay issues. Overall, it strikes a balance between enjoyable silliness and clever puzzles, though some feel it could benefit from more varied comedic elements.
- “There's humor, references to other games and media, traditional verb interface, and classic pixel graphics.”
- “It has great humor, good puzzles and pixel-art reminiscent of a great era of adventure games.”
- “It's not a super-long game, but it's fun enough, with silly and fun humor that isn't snarky or mean.”
- “This game tries so hard to be funny, but the jokes often fall flat and feel forced.”
- “The humor feels outdated and lacks the cleverness that would make it enjoyable.”
- “Instead of being witty, the attempts at humor come off as cringeworthy and awkward.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while the main theme is generally well-received, the in-game music is criticized for being overly repetitive and annoying, with some players expressing frustration over the inability to properly mute it. The retro-inspired soundtrack complements the pixel art style, but the lack of variety detracts from the overall experience.
- “The pixel art, EGA-inspired palette, and soundtrack all nail that retro vibe, while the streamlined 9-verb interface keeps it user-friendly.”
- “Visually, it mimics the look of old-school pixel art adventures; but the animations are smoother, the colors pop more, and the music and sound are of noticeably higher quality.”
- “The music and typing is very annoying, and even if I mute the volume or lower it, on the next scene it just pops back on.”
- “The main theme music is fine, but the in-game music is much too repetitive.”
- “If you don't have enough music to fill in a 2-3 hour game, then don't repeat the same piece over and over and over again.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express that grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, likening it to needing a "second life" to manage the demands. While some find the old-school adventure game mechanics tedious, they still believe the experience is worthwhile despite the grinding involved.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users report that the game experiences occasional bugs that can lead to frustrating situations, such as getting stuck despite knowing the next steps to take.
- “No, it is also buggy at times, causing you to get stuck even if you know what to do.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it frustrating to progress.”
- “I've encountered several glitches that disrupt gameplay and ruin the experience.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of "Stellar Mess: The Princess Conundrum" is engaging and reminiscent of retro adventures, effectively drawing players in. While some locations feature enjoyable music that enhances the experience, others have tunes that can be irritating, prompting players to adjust the volume.
- “Stellar Mess: The Princess Conundrum instantly immerses you in the captivating atmosphere of a retro adventure.”
- “Some locations use nice tunes that blend and improve the atmosphere, creating an engaging experience.”

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Stellar Mess: The Princess Conundrum is a puzzle game with comedy theme.

Stellar Mess: The Princess Conundrum is available on PC and Windows.

Stellar Mess: The Princess Conundrum was released on February 26, 2023.

Stellar Mess: The Princess Conundrum was developed by Tibba Games.

Stellar Mess: The Princess Conundrum has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its graphics.

Stellar Mess: The Princess Conundrum is a single player game.

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