Tales From Space: Mutant Blobs Attack

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In "Tales From Space: Mutant Blobs Attack," players control a mischievous blob who wreaks havoc in a variety of environments, including homes, labs, and a city, by absorbing objects and growing in size. The game features physics-based puzzle-platforming mechanics, requiring players to use the blob's abilities to solve puzzles and progress through levels. With its unique premise, humor, and challenging gameplay, "Mutant Blobs Attack" offers a distinct and enjoyable experience for players.

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91%

Audience ScoreBased on 866 reviews

gameplay105 positive mentions

grinding4 negative mentions

Charming visuals and humorous narrative create a lighthearted atmosphere.
Engaging platforming mechanics with a satisfying sense of growth as players consume objects.
Well-paced puzzles that are enjoyable without being overly difficult, making it accessible for casual players.

Controls can be awkward, especially when switching between keyboard and mouse, leading to frustration.
The game is relatively short, with a playtime of around 3-4 hours, which may leave some players wanting more.
Some levels can feel repetitive, and the lack of significant challenge may not appeal to hardcore gamers.

gameplay
253 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
55%
3%
The gameplay in "Tales from Space: Mutant Blobs Attack" is characterized by its fresh platforming mechanics, intuitive controls, and clever puzzle design that encourages exploration and experimentation. Players enjoy a mix of absorbing objects to grow, utilizing magnetic abilities, and navigating varied levels, all while experiencing a lighthearted tone and humor. While the game is generally straightforward and accessible, some players note its short length and lack of challenge as potential drawbacks.
- “The platforming mechanics are fresh and incredibly enjoyable, and while the puzzles aren’t overly difficult, they’re well-paced to keep the experience flowing smoothly.”
- “Puzzles and challenges are cleverly designed to utilize the blob's unique powers, offering satisfying gameplay that rewards exploration and experimentation.”
- “Whether you're bouncing off walls, launching yourself through the air, or devouring everything in sight, the gameplay is always satisfying and engaging.”
- “Not much gameplay, it feels like a $2 iPhone app :( 5/10 (for trying).”
- “The fact you get bigger doesn't add much to the gameplay as you never 'feel' bigger as the levels zoom out and the blob's size seems to fluctuate between levels.”
- “- unoriginal and rather repetitive gameplay”
humor
172 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in "Tales from Space: Mutant Blobs Attack" is widely praised for its whimsical and quirky nature, enhancing the game's lighthearted atmosphere. Players enjoy the charming art style, clever pop culture references, and funny cutscenes that contribute to a delightful experience filled with laughter. Overall, the game successfully combines engaging gameplay with a strong sense of humor, making it a standout title for fans of comedic platformers.
- “The game's whimsical art style and humor-filled narrative create a lighthearted atmosphere that keeps players entertained throughout their adventure.”
- “From the quirky character designs to the hilarious environmental details, there's always something new and delightful to discover as you journey through the world of the blob.”
- “It's a polished little indie game with really inventive mechanics and witty humor.”
graphics
168 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
36%
4%
The graphics of "Tales from Space: Mutant Blobs Attack" are widely praised for their whimsical, cartoonish art style and vibrant colors, which effectively complement the game's humorous narrative and engaging gameplay. Players appreciate the charming visuals and fluid animations, noting that the aesthetic evokes a nostalgic 1950s sci-fi vibe while maintaining a fun and lighthearted atmosphere. Overall, the graphics contribute significantly to the game's appeal, making it a visually enjoyable experience.
- “The game's colorful visuals and cartoonish animations are a joy to behold, with each level brimming with personality and charm.”
- “The graphics are lovely and the movement and controls are responsive and fluid.”
- “The art style is truly awesome, a cartoony world in a 1950's horror movie setting, most likely with a wink to Steve McQueen's (hilarious) The Blob.”
- “Only two real criticisms for this - the TV screen overlay is distracting; while it adds to the aesthetic, after a while it's just in the way of a clear screen.”
- “+/- graphics are standard 2D fare with nothing that will push even the lowliest of toasters.”
- “It's like if Katamari Damacy was a 2D puzzle platformer, except kinda dull and devoid of any of the aesthetic or auditory qualities that make KD a good experience.”
music
133 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
42%
2%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many praising its catchy and fitting nature that complements the game's cartoonish aesthetic and humor. However, some players find it repetitive or overwhelming, leading to a desire for more variety in the soundtrack. Overall, while the music enhances the experience for many, a few users express dissatisfaction with its execution.
- “The visual identity, the soundtrack, the colors and, above all, the charisma are impeccable.”
- “Great soundtrack and a charismatic protagonist take you on a cheesy/adorable 80's sci-fi journey.”
- “The cartoonish art style and the music are a perfect match to the gameplay.”
- “The worst is the music; it's nauseating. I can't describe it, it's just suicide-inducing. It's this frantic nonstop loop of cartoon gag music which never changes all through a map. I had to turn it off to be able to enjoy any redeemable aspects of this game.”
- “Music is absolute blahfest.”
- “The music is nothing special.”
story
95 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
59%
3%
The story in "Tales from Space: Mutant Blobs Attack" is generally considered simple and rudimentary, serving primarily as a backdrop for the gameplay. Players control a blob seeking revenge after escaping a research facility, with humorous and light-hearted elements woven throughout. While the narrative is not deeply engaging, it complements the fun mechanics and charming visuals, making for an entertaining experience despite its brevity.
- “The story starts out with the blob being studied in some facility along with its blob friends, and staging an escape in order to seek revenge.”
- “Through a series of a couple dozen levels and a smattering of dialog-free cutscenes, 'Mutant Blobs Attack' tells the story of a blob out for revenge against everything for imprisoning it and all its blob friends and conducting horrible experiments on them.”
- “With a good mix of unique challenges along the way, themed mini games, and funny little cinematics, the story is fun and really draws you in.”
- “I'd suggest waiting on a pretty deep discount, though, due to the short length, rudimentary story, and casual gameplay.”
- “The story itself is very limited, with some cutscenes only vaguely describing what’s going on.”
- “Play this game for the experience and the charming cutscenes, but don't expect much else outside of the main storyline.”
replayability
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
57%
12%
The replayability of "Tales from Space: When Mutant Blobs Attack" is mixed; while players can retry levels to earn gold medals and improve scores, the limited number of levels (24) and minimal additional content lead to a perception of low overall replay value. Some players appreciate the challenge of achieving high scores and finding hidden collectibles, but many feel the game lacks sufficient depth to warrant multiple playthroughs. Overall, it offers some replayability through leaderboards and challenges, but it may become monotonous for others.
- “In addition to its main campaign, 'Mutant Blobs Attack' also features a variety of additional content, including bonus levels and challenges that offer additional replay value.”
- “The 'beat my high score' mentality this creates gives the short game some much needed replayability.”
- “Not a lot of replay value.”
- “There's very little replay value because the game offers so very little in the first place: 'Tales from Space: When Mutant Blobs Attack' has the least amount of achievements in my library and only offers a leaderboard in terms of additional content.”
- “Some replayability comes from retrying the levels to earn gold medals or find the two blob friends that are hidden in each area, but with only 24 levels the experience could become monotonous for some players.”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
Players note that while grinding can feel extensive, it is designed to avoid tedium, with a steady increase in difficulty that keeps the experience engaging. The level designs and scenarios are praised for their diversity and creativity, making the grinding process more enjoyable despite its demands.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Both the platforming and puzzles are fairly easy affairs to begin with, maybe even a little tedious in their initial simplicity.”
- “The grinding aspect feels overly repetitive and can become a chore rather than an engaging part of the game.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
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25%
The game's whimsical art style and humorous narrative foster a lighthearted atmosphere that entertains players, despite a simplistic story. Additionally, the presence of mutant blobs adds a slightly dark-comedic element, enhancing the overall fun and quirky ambiance.
- “The game's whimsical art style and humor-filled narrative create a lighthearted atmosphere that keeps players entertained throughout their adventure.”
- “While the story is rudimentary at best, 'Mutant Blobs Attack' manages to create a fun, light-hearted, but still slightly dark-comedic atmosphere.”
character development
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Character development in the game is highlighted by its quirky and adorable character designs, which add charm and humor to the experience. Players appreciate the delightful environmental details and the engaging mix of platforming styles that enhance the overall journey, ensuring that the game remains fresh and entertaining.
- “From the quirky character designs to the hilarious environmental details, there's always something new and delightful to discover as you journey through the world of the blob.”
- “Catchy music, cute character designs (who knew a killer blob could be so adorable?) and a nice mix of platforming styles that keep the game from getting stale.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The game features a "CPU performance" slider that allows players to adjust settings for better performance on low-end systems, indicating a focus on optimization for a wider range of hardware. Overall, this flexibility is appreciated by users seeking to enhance their gaming experience.
- “There’s a 'CPU performance' slider that goes low or high, which will be useful for low-end rigs.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game emotionally resonant, evoking nostalgia reminiscent of classic flash games, likely influenced by its release era. This simplicity contributes to an enjoyable experience that connects with users on a personal level.
- “Very simple but enjoyable game, made me feel a bit nostalgic because it somehow feels like a flash game. I guess the time of the release helped in that regard.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game demonstrates excellent stability, particularly due to its 2D design, which allows for smooth performance without significant issues.
- “The 2D game runs smoothly without any issues.”
- “The stability of this 2D game is impressive; it runs great.”

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9h Median play time

7h Average play time

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