Super BOO Quest
- October 21, 2018
- SEEP
Get on Steam"Super BOO Quest" is a lighthearted game with arcade, puzzle, and stealth elements, featuring 16-bit style graphics. Five ghosts are stuck in the human world and must prove their worth by haunting four historical places. Play alone or with a friend, solve puzzles, avoid light, and scare humans in Normal Mode or Master Quest. Unlock achievements and choose from five playable ghosts with different abilities.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Charming pixel art and solid music create an enjoyable atmosphere.
- The game offers a variety of characters and themed levels, providing fresh gameplay and replay value.
- It's a fun, simple arcade-puzzle game that is accessible for players of all ages, making it a great choice for casual gaming.
- The gameplay can become repetitive, especially for completionists, as levels remain the same despite different characters.
- Some gameplay mechanics, like the collision detection and the clarity of the 'fright zone', can be frustrating and lead to confusion.
- The music loops need improvement, as they can become monotonous and detract from the overall experience.
- music5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with a charming retro quality reminiscent of Super Nintendo and Sega CD audio, adding a touch of humor. However, some players noted issues with the music loops, suggesting they need improvement for a smoother experience. Overall, the soundtrack complements the lovely pixel art and enhances the nostalgic feel of the game.
“Lovely pixel art, solid music with a smidgen of humor.”
“I appreciated the Super Nintendo-style graphics and music, as the SNES was the first gaming console I owned growing up.”
“From what we played, the puzzles ramp up their difficulty logically, the retro graphics are nice, and the music is charming.”
“Though they do need to work on the music loops and make them, you know, actually loop.”
“When it comes to the music, it reminds me more of Sega CD redbook audio than a SNES.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their nostalgic Super Nintendo-style aesthetic, appealing to fans of retro gaming. Players appreciate the charming 16-bit visuals and music, although the sound quality is considered mediocre overall. The graphics complement the gameplay well, enhancing the overall experience.
“I appreciated the Super Nintendo-style graphics and music, as the SNES was the first gaming console I owned growing up.”
“From what we played, the puzzles ramp up their difficulty logically, the retro graphics are nice, and the music is charming.”
“I originally played this game for my Frightober series on YouTube because of the 16-bit feature, as my computer can't record more graphically powerful games.”
“The gameplay is fine, but the graphics are nice and the sound is mediocre (though the voice acting was very good).”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally enjoyable and authentic, with players willing to overlook some flaws, such as occasional control inaccuracies and wall collision issues. While the graphics are appealing and the sound is average, the voice acting stands out positively.
“It is not without faults, but there is so much to love in this authentic indie game that players can forgive some of the gameplay issues, or some sporadic inaccuracies of the control system (it's mostly the collisions against the walls that can be annoying at times).”
“The gameplay is fine, graphics nice, and sound mediocre (but the voice acting was very good).”
“It is not without faults, but there is so much to love in this authentic indie game that players can forgive some of the gameplay issues, or some sporadic inaccuracies of the control system. It's mostly the collisions against the walls that can be annoying at times.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features charming pixel art and solid music, complemented by a light touch of humor. Players find it amusing, with a variety of content to unlock, including characters and endings, enhancing the overall comedic experience.
“Lovely pixel art, solid music with a smidgen of humor.”
“Pretty funny game with various content to unlock (characters, endings, and other stuff).”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game offers enhanced replayability through a two-player mode and an additional master mode, providing players with more challenges and opportunities for varied gameplay experiences.
“The game features a two-player mode and an additional master mode, adding significant replay value.”
“The variety of challenges and modes keeps me coming back for more.”
“Each playthrough feels fresh due to the different strategies and choices available.”
“The game lacks significant replayability, as once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to return.”
“While there are some additional modes, they don't offer enough variety to keep players engaged for long.”
“After finishing the game, I found myself with no desire to play through it again, as the experience felt too linear.”
