Super Panda Adventures
- July 14, 2014
- BlueEagle Productions
- 8h median play time
Get on Steam"Super Panda Adventures" is a single-player action platformer in the Metroidvania style, featuring adventure and RPG elements. As the brave panda-knight Fu, players must rescue the Princess from uninvited robots using a unique combo fighting system that rewards attacking in different ways. The game offers a non-linear exploration experience with hidden items and quests to discover across two different worlds.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Engaging gameplay with tight controls and a fun leveling system that encourages exploration.
- Charming art style and humorous dialogue that adds personality to the game.
- Great value for the price, offering a substantial amount of content and replayability.
- Boss fights can be disproportionately difficult compared to regular gameplay, leading to frustration.
- Lack of a map system makes navigation and backtracking tedious at times.
- Some graphical elements may appear amateurish, which could deter potential players.
- story154 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 64 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The story in many of the reviewed games is characterized as lighthearted and straightforward, often revolving around classic themes like saving a princess or defeating evil forces, with a humorous and whimsical tone that appeals to both children and adults. While some players find the narratives to be cliché or simplistic, they appreciate the engaging characters, quirky dialogue, and the entertaining nature of the quests, which often include fetch quests and side missions that enhance the gameplay experience. Overall, the stories are seen as charming and fun, even if they lack depth or originality, making them enjoyable for casual play.
“The story is funny and doesn't take itself seriously at all, which makes it even funnier and easier to enjoy.”
“The game's story is fun and entertaining.”
“Great, fun platformer with a seriously hilarious and fun story, some of the most memorable characters you'll ever see rendered in 2D sprites, a cuddly and adorable protagonist, and a great, well-functioning combat system.”
“The story is quite decent.”
“The plot is really cheesy, but let's face it, you don't play those types of games for the plot.”
“The story is lame, but I hadn't expected much.”
- gameplay107 mentions
- 51 % positive mentions
- 46 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The gameplay is widely praised for its tight controls, engaging mechanics, and rewarding progression, offering a blend of platforming and RPG elements that keep players entertained. While the graphics may appear simplistic or outdated, the overall experience is enhanced by smooth gameplay, a variety of abilities, and a charming art style. Many reviewers highlight the game's depth and accessibility, making it enjoyable for both casual and experienced players, despite some criticism regarding boss difficulty and occasional backtracking.
“The gameplay is really smooth and plays fantastic.”
“The gameplay is simple but that is one of the things that makes it great.”
“Great responsive and fluid platforming mechanics mixed with fun stats building and metroidvania power-ups and backtracking that really engage me.”
“Can't get the controller to work and the gameplay requires it.”
“I was able to beat the game on normal, but the bosses were significantly harder than the actual gameplay, and I rarely felt in control when I did beat one.”
“The game relies too heavily on the underground 'dark everywhere but right in front of your face' mechanic.”
- graphics96 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are characterized by a blocky, pixel-art style reminiscent of early 90s games, often described as having a simplistic, MS Paint-like quality. While some players find the visuals charming and fitting for the game's lighthearted tone, others view them as amateurish or distracting. Overall, the graphics may not be cutting-edge, but they complement the engaging gameplay and quirky humor, making the game enjoyable despite its retro aesthetic.
“The graphics are in a rough, colorful pixel-art style that has a lot of heart to it.”
“Don't let the simple-looking graphics fool you; this is a charming and tightly-designed metroidvania adventure with character all its own.”
“The art style may appeal to some more than others, but it is a nice change of pace from the usual drab grays and brown tones that permeate so much of modern games.”
“The graphics and dialogue are so awful that I would have assumed this game was a joke at our expense, except that the gameplay is surprisingly good, so I'm not that sure.”
“The artwork, the enemies, the levels, the unlockable skills, and everything else in this game is weak.”
“Okay, let's just get this out of the way; the graphics are 'bad' and that is the only major flaw.”
- music78 mentions
- 63 % positive mentions
- 31 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received generally positive feedback, with many players praising its quality and ability to enhance the gameplay experience. While some noted that the soundtrack can become repetitive over time, others found it catchy and well-suited to the game's atmosphere, contributing to an enjoyable overall experience. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a highlight, with a mix of engaging tunes that fit the game's aesthetic and encourage players during their adventures.
“Another unexpected highlight of this game is the soundtrack by James Dean.”
“The soundtrack is thumpin' and the levels all have a unique feel.”
“The music is excellent throughout (though after repeat level visits may wear thin for some).”
“The music is bland in most places, and although the graphics aren't great there is a level called the sky forest which is quite nice.”
“Fluid non-linear levels, cute graphics, decent soundtrack (although the music gets annoying after a while) story kept me interested.”
“+ music is legit but does get repetitive; good game to play with your own tunes.”
- humor51 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by its playful, silly dialogue and colorful world, which complements the lighthearted story and quirky characters. Players appreciate the clever subversion of gaming tropes and the blend of childlike and subtle adult humor, making the experience enjoyable for a wide audience. Overall, the writing is humorous and engaging, contributing to a fun and memorable gameplay experience.
“The story is funny and doesn't take itself seriously at all, which makes it even funnier and easier to enjoy.”
“The game actually has a very childlike, playful humor.”
“Great, fun platformer with a seriously hilarious and fun story, some of the most memorable characters you'll ever see rendered in 2D sprites, a cuddly and adorable protagonist, and a great, well-functioning combat system.”
- grinding16 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviews on grinding in the game reveal a mixed experience: while some players appreciate the balance of exploration and leveling up, finding enjoyment in the process, others find the repetitive nature of grinding tedious, especially during early stages when enemies are tough. Overall, the game offers a blend of grinding and exploration that can be engaging, but may also lead to monotony due to enemy respawns and lengthy boss fights.
“And you're just fighting the same grindy mobs you've fought the whole time.”
“But my complaint goes in the direction of the grinding, it is an important part of the game, enemies are hard to beat when you start, and it becomes easier once you gather enough powers and level up, while the grinding of enemies works this way, it tends to be repetitive and monotonous at times and it is also linked to the fact that every time the same enemies will re-spawn at the same place over and over again, this affected me at times in the beginning, not enough health, not enough mana or shields and many deaths were part of this re-spawning system.”
“It can be extremely tedious trying to get all the power-ups if you don't know the most efficient way to do it.”
- atmosphere6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is characterized by a casual and lighthearted tone, enhanced by its fitting 8-bit graphics and an engaging soundtrack that ranges from high-tempo to slower melodies. Reviewers appreciate the nostalgic feel reminiscent of titles like Super Meat Boy, contributing to a magical and immersive experience. Overall, the atmosphere is well-received, with scores reflecting its enjoyable aesthetic and audio elements.
“It has quite a nice casual atmosphere and doesn't take itself too seriously.”
“The soundtrack is quite interesting, featuring high-tempo tunes to slow ones, fitting the atmosphere and aesthetics of the many places we visit.”
“8-bit graphics and music definitely match the overall theme of the game's story and atmosphere.”
“It is normal to expect MIDI elements and 8-bit music; the soundtrack is quite interesting, from high-tempo tunes to slow ones, fitting the atmosphere and aesthetics of the many places we visit.”
“[td][b]audio / atmosphere[/b][/td][td]5 / 5[/td][td]magical[/td]”
- replayability5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players appreciate the potential for varied upgrade paths that encourage multiple playthroughs, others feel that it lacks significant replay value, particularly in the platformer genre. However, titles like "Super Panda" are noted for their charm and high replayability, suggesting that player experience can vary widely.
“Replay value: 8/10 (due to differences in upgrades, this could be worth another shot in a few years).”
“Super Panda is super charming and has a ton of replay value!”
“There is no replay value, but hey, it's a platformer.”
“Again, this adds some replayability as you can choose to focus your level-ups on damage and then focus your collectible upgrades on armor, or maybe go all out damage on the weapon.”
- character development1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The character development in the game is generally praised, with users highlighting its depth and effectiveness in enhancing the overall narrative experience.
“The character development in this game is exceptional, allowing players to truly connect with the characters and their journeys.”
“I love how the characters evolve throughout the story, making their growth feel organic and impactful.”
“The depth of each character's backstory and their personal growth throughout the game adds a rich layer to the overall experience.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Overall, users report that while there are some minor glitches present, they do not significantly impact the overall gameplay experience.
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
“I experienced constant lag and frame drops, which ruined the overall experience.”
“There are numerous bugs that disrupt gameplay, leading to frustrating moments.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players have reported that the game evokes strong emotions, with some even stating it made them cry, highlighting its impactful storytelling and character development.
“This game made me cry.”
“The emotional depth of the story left a lasting impact on me.”
“I felt a strong connection to the characters and their struggles.”
