System Goose Overload

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

90%

Audience ScoreBased on 69 reviews

music9 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

The game features charming art and an amazing soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
It's a fun and quirky game with a unique sense of humor, reminiscent of Undertale, but with its own identity.
The game is free, making it an accessible option for players looking for a short and enjoyable experience.

The lack of a save option can be frustrating, leading to potential restarts for players.
Some gameplay mechanics can feel repetitive and linear, which may detract from the overall enjoyment.
The story and character development are underwhelming, leaving players wanting more depth and engagement.

music
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received largely positive feedback, with many users praising its memorable and catchy tracks that enhance the overall experience. While some critiques mention repetitiveness, the majority appreciate the unique and charming qualities of the soundtrack, suggesting features like a music player or soundtrack sales to further celebrate it. Overall, the music contributes significantly to the game's character and atmosphere, making it a standout aspect for players.
- “Some of the music tracks are amazing; it was a memorable experience, and some of the music tracks were great.”
- “It has a lot of character, the story is fun, visuals pleasant to look at, the music is great and the game even features some neat mechanics later on.”
- “The music in the game was just so good; it was catchy, and I still can't get it out of my head. Good work, Joseph and Franco!”
- “I'd suggest selling the soundtrack, or adding a music player to the main menu once you beat the game.”
- “Simple, childish, boring level design, repetitive music, lacks any challenge.”
- “Goose music?”
story
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
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The game's story is described as quirky and odd, with a mix of fun elements and unexpected twists, though it often feels incomplete and serves more as a backdrop for online speculation. While some players appreciate its unique character and themes, including social commentary, others find the narrative lacking depth and coherence, detracting from the overall experience. Overall, the story is seen as a mixed bag that could benefit from further development.
- “A very fun game with a weird story to tell.”
- “If you want a casual stealth game experience with a story that is odd and, sometimes, slightly creepy, then this is the game for you.”
- “Clocking in at roughly an hour, the story goes to a lot of odd places filled with even odder creatures.”
- “Even less rewarding is the game's story.”
- “The story feels beyond incomplete and more like bait for online theory crafting to occur.”
- “You do learn a story as you go along, but again, it's completely unexpected and silly.”
graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
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The graphics of the game received mixed reviews, with some players criticizing the use of outdated retro pixel art, which detracted from their overall experience. However, many others appreciated the unique and charming art style, noting its consistency, humor, and overall visual appeal, especially considering it is a free game.
- “Despite everything I've said, I like some of the visuals and music.”
- “It has a lot of character, the story is fun, visuals pleasant to look at, the music is great and the game even features some neat mechanics later on.”
- “The art style in the game... oh boy, it was fantastic! Props to Joseph for doing the art; it looked and matched the game perfectly.”
- “I couldn't handle the story because the graphics were so bad.”
- “They chose to use obsolete retro pixel art as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
humor
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is generally praised for its humor, described as funny, quirky, and cute, with some users noting that it effectively blends humor with horror and suspense. While there are moments that elicit good laughs, the humor can be inconsistent and sparse at times, leading to mixed experiences regarding its effectiveness. Overall, it offers a charming and amusing experience, though not without some frustrating mechanics.
- “A truly amazing and funny game, challenging yet fun.”
- “It has good humor, horror, and suspense!”
- “Funny, cute, and lots of fun.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
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The gameplay is generally described as simple and fun, with some enjoyable mechanics and a charming atmosphere, though it can be repetitive and occasionally frustrating. While it lacks depth and complexity, its short length and free access make it worth trying for those looking for a lighthearted experience.
- “The gameplay is surprisingly fun despite its simplicity, although some parts are repetitive or require backtracking.”
- “It has a lot of character, the story is fun, visuals pleasant to look at, the music is great and the game even features some neat mechanics later on.”
- “Not the most dynamic gameplay, but it's short and sweet (and free!) so might as well give it a shot.”
- “I wasn't sure whether or not to recommend this game... the gameplay isn't great.”
- “To be clear, there isn't nearly as much lore or gameplay here.”
- “For gameplay, it's overall simple.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect tedious and repetitive, particularly criticizing the minigames, which can become frustrating as they encounter similar challenges repeatedly.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The minigames are tedious and become really annoying once you start encountering more of the same things; I'm talking mostly about the spotlights.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is completely free, which contrasts with the common criticism of Gamemaker Studio being used for low-effort cash grabs.
- “Very often, game maker studios are used to create shovelware and lazy cash grabs, although in this case, the game is completely free.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game successfully establishes a unique atmosphere that, while reminiscent of Undertale, stands out on its own merits. Additionally, its free availability enhances its appeal.
- “It has many obvious parallels to Undertale, but it manages to create an atmosphere of its own, and hell, it's free.”