Ted by Dawn
- June 12, 2015
- ProteusPixel
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Get on itch.io Store"Ted by Dawn" is a action-packed platformer that pays homage to classic games like Mega Man and Metroid. As Ted Carcass, a rugged survivalist with a penchant for whiskey and shotguns, you must escort a scientist across a post-apocalyptic wasteland, fighting off mutants and zombies. With 20+ levels, boss battles, and multiple survival modes, this game offers a challenging and humorous experience for fans of retro platformers.
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Reviews
- The game offers a fun old-school platforming experience with a humorous twist involving zombies.
- Despite its difficulty, many players find it engaging and addictive, providing a sense of accomplishment when progressing.
- The game is affordable and has simple controls, making it accessible for casual play.
- The game suffers from technical issues, including crashes on startup and poor keyboard controls, which detract from the experience.
- Many players find the difficulty level to be excessively frustrating, with some levels requiring near-perfect execution.
- There is a lack of proper tutorials and setup options, making it challenging for new players to understand the controls.
- gameplay3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its incredibly simple controls and mechanics, making it accessible yet frustratingly difficult for some players. While many find it worth the low price, there are notable issues that detract from the overall experience.
“Incredibly simple controls, immensely simple gameplay, unreasonably difficult, completely worth the 2 bucks.”
“The gameplay is okay, but there are some big problems.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics in "Ted by Dawn" are praised for being engaging and aesthetically pleasing, enhancing the experience of chaotic gameplay involving zombies and explosions. Players find the visuals contribute to the game's humor and overall appeal, making it enjoyable even in short bursts.
“Today I'm taking a look at 'Ted by Dawn'. I really did like the graphics, and running around with a chainsaw chopping up zombies and blowing things up is visually impressive.”
“I can't play this for more than around twenty minutes at a time because I'd probably lose a fortune in wall filler, but it's engaging, humorous, and aesthetically pleasing enough that I have a few attempts at a level while I'm waiting for the kettle to boil.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is engaging and adds to its overall appeal, making it enjoyable for short play sessions. Players find it amusing and aesthetically pleasing, contributing to a lighthearted gaming experience.
“I can't play this for more than around twenty minutes at a time because I'd probably lose a fortune in wall filler, but it's engaging, humorous, and aesthetically pleasing enough that I have a few stabs at a level while I'm waiting for the kettle to boil.”
