SUPER DISTRO
- July 21, 2015
- KITATUS STUDIOS
- 5h median play time
"Super Distro" is a farming simulation game where players manage their own farm and grow crops, raise animals, and build structures. With a variety of customization options and a dynamic weather system, players must balance their time and resources to create a successful farm. The game also features a day-night cycle and multiple seasons, adding an extra layer of realism to the farming experience.
Reviews
- The game offers a significant challenge that can be enjoyable for players who appreciate difficult platformers.
- Some players found the graphics acceptable for the price, and the game has a unique charm despite its flaws.
- A few users reported that the game helped them find joy and motivation during tough times, highlighting its potential emotional impact.
- The controls are clunky and unresponsive, making the gameplay frustrating and difficult for the wrong reasons.
- Many players criticized the graphics and music as poor and uninspired, detracting from the overall experience.
- The game lacks proper design elements, such as checkpoints and clear instructions, leading to a tedious and unenjoyable experience.
- music15 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 27 % neutral mentions
- 53 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many players describing it as repetitive, grating, and irritating. Some found it to be a significant detractor from the overall experience, with comments about needing to mute the game or feeling the need for therapy after prolonged exposure. A few users noted that the music wasn't entirely terrible, but overall, it failed to enhance the gameplay or atmosphere.
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
“[strike]✪ best music.”
“Music isn't so shabby.”
“Music was repetitive and very grating.”
“The music is irritating as shit, too.”
“I'm going to need therapy after listening to the music from the first level for 20 minutes.”
- graphics12 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 42 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have been widely criticized as bland, uninspired, and of poor quality, often compared unfavorably to retro aesthetics. Many reviewers noted that the visuals lack originality and polish, contributing to an overall negative impression of the game's presentation. While some found the graphics acceptable for the price, the consensus leans towards disappointment in this aspect.
“+ graphics are 100% okay (for that price)”
“[strike]✪ best graphics.”
“They need to rely on other factors such as good music, graphics, and unique gameplay mechanics to keep the gamer hooked on their game.”
“Terrible graphics that don't even remotely have the 'retro' aesthetic, horrible music that can't decide if it's going to be chiptune or not, floaty jumps, shooting has cooldown (why???), and unoriginal design.”
“Graphics were poor, really basic, and uninspired.”
“Its graphics look like something off of Newgrounds, rather than something that shares the Steam store with the aforementioned Super Meat Boy and AVGN Adventures, but countless other games.”
- gameplay12 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 42 % negative mentions
The gameplay has been widely criticized for its clunky mechanics, glitchy enemies, and lack of engaging design, leading to a frustrating experience that feels repetitive and unenjoyable. Many reviewers noted that the game fails to deliver the essential elements of a good platformer, making it difficult to recommend over other titles with better gameplay. Overall, the consensus is that the gameplay is a significant drawback, overshadowing any potential strengths in graphics or music.
“Platformers of all ilk live and die (no pun intended) due to their gameplay.”
“A 'hard-as-nails' game, as this purports to be, can be excused if it has fine gameplay, and the player knows that they died due to their mistake.”
“They need to rely on other factors such as good music, graphics, and unique gameplay mechanics to keep the gamer hooked on their game.”
“The gameplay...or sheer lack of it!”
“Clunky movement, and glitchy enemies, there is no gameplay whatsoever.”
“The gameplay is below bad, repetitive and just not entertaining (watching paint dry is by comparison way better).”
- story5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is described as having a moral about perseverance in the face of adversity, but overall, many users find the storyline lacking, with some stating there is no plot at all. While one user appreciates the interesting storyline, others recommend alternative games for a more engaging narrative experience.
“Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
“Interesting storyline.”
“If you want to play a genuinely good platformer with some story and good mechanics, then play Camera Obscura instead of this.”
“There is no plot or story.”
“There is no plot or story.”
- grinding3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
Players have mixed feelings about grinding, with some finding it tedious but manageable, while others view it as both tedious and challenging. A few players note that while grinding can be difficult, it doesn't necessarily feel tedious. Overall, the experience of grinding varies significantly among players.
“That's difficult, but not tedious.”
“That's tedious, but not difficult.”
“That's tedious and difficult.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its excellent optimization, with users highlighting smooth performance and efficient resource management.
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game to be genuinely funny, appreciating its humor alongside the challenging gameplay.
“Overall, it was a really funny game and I liked the challenge behind it!”
“The humor in this game is top-notch, making every moment enjoyable.”
“I found myself laughing out loud at the clever jokes and witty dialogue throughout the game.”