Terra Lander

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Terra Lander is a single player casual shooter game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by DM Media and was released on February 6, 2015. It received neutral reviews from players.

Terra Lander pays homage to the classic early days of arcade retro gaming. Navigate the player to the landing pad through twenty increasingly difficult levels within the time limit and whilst managing limited fuel resources. Movement or firing uses up fuel, though levels can be replenished by shooting the fuel dumps. Running out of fuel means you loose control and can't fire. If all fuel dumps ar…

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55%

Audience ScoreBased on 114 reviews

music8 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

The game captures the nostalgic feel of classic arcade games with its retro graphics and humorous commentary.
Gameplay is simple yet engaging, providing a fun challenge as players navigate through increasingly difficult levels.
The soundtrack, featuring classical music, adds a charming touch to the overall experience.

The game lacks a proper tutorial or explanation of controls, making it difficult for new players to understand how to play.
Many players experience technical issues, such as crashes or poor performance on certain systems.
The game can become frustratingly difficult too quickly, leading to a steep learning curve that may deter players.

music
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
35%
18%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with users appreciating the classical soundtrack that complements the space theme and gameplay. While some find the music enjoyable and fitting, others feel it lacks variety and could benefit from additional options. Overall, the soundtrack enhances the experience, though opinions on its impact vary.
- “The music works well with it.”
- “Music is nice; waltz goes well with space.”
- “This game's got some humor, a baroque ballet soundtrack, and retro graphics.”
- “A standard 'don't touch anything, land safely on the pad' game with public license classical music.”
- “The royalty free classical music track was neither here nor there and I don't really have any comments on it.”
- “Annoying voice and one track in soundtrack?...”
graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
43%
21%
The graphics in the game are generally praised for their colorful and vector-based design, enhancing the gameplay experience with a nostalgic feel. However, some users noted issues with visibility due to excessive graphical effects, particularly in the remastered version. Overall, the graphics are considered contemporary and well-matched to the game's mechanics, contributing positively to the overall enjoyment.
- “The graphics are colorful with fauna and vector-based landscapes that have hazards around every corner.”
- “With this game, not only do you get impeccable graphics, but the storyline keeps you on your toes.”
- “Nice music, lovely vector graphics, and fun levels.”
- “Game was great, but the remastered version has control issues and graphical effects that make it difficult to see what is going on.”
- “The game is okay, but be sure to dial the graphics way down so that you can see what's going on without a bunch of particles obscuring your vision.”
- “This game's got some humor, a baroque ballet soundtrack, and retro graphics.”
gameplay
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
54%
23%
The gameplay is primarily a simple moon landing mechanic that lacks depth and innovation, leading to a basic experience that may only engage players for a short time. While some appreciate its retro style and decent controls, many criticize the poorly designed menu and repetitive mechanics, deeming it derivative and unentertaining in the long run. Overall, it offers a relaxed experience but fails to stand out among similar free games.
- “Perfect for a relaxed gameplay session.”
- “I get a few vibes of old games due to its retro style and simple mechanics.”
- “Unexpected, that this game has nice controls and really a gameplay that is fun for some time.”
- “It is what it is, a simple moon lander, but it fails to introduce mechanics and controls to the player. The main menu is annoying as hell; tiny menu items and a moving background don't help to navigate and change anything.”
- “Gameplay is very basic; it's okay for a couple of minutes but can't keep me playing for longer. It doesn't offer much more than many similar free games.”
- “Terrible layout and menu; gameplay itself is okay for a retro style, I guess, but it's messy and poorly made.”
humor
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's humor is characterized by a robotic narrator that delivers hilariously cruel comments upon player failures, which some may find amusing while others might consider it annoying. The combination of witty quips, a baroque ballet soundtrack, and retro graphics contributes to its quirky charm, making it a bizarrely addictive experience. Overall, the humor adds a unique flavor to the gameplay, though it may not appeal to everyone.
- “This game's got some humor, a baroque ballet soundtrack, and retro graphics.”
- “The game has a bit of humor with the narrator dissing you with every failure (might be annoying for some, though).”
- “The robotic voice offered hilariously cruel comments.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game's storyline is engaging and immersive, keeping players captivated for hours with its impressive graphics. However, some users find certain missions excessively challenging, leading to frustration and detracting from the overall enjoyment of the story.
- “With this game, not only do you get impeccable graphics, but the storyline keeps you on your toes.”
- “You could sit here for hours and play this game and not get bored with the story.”
- “Some missions seem inhumanly impossible.”
- “Bad gameplay, not fun, no story.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game offers good replayability for players seeking a simple and enjoyable experience, making it ideal for short play sessions of about an hour.
- “The game has great replay value, especially for those who enjoy a simple yet fun experience that can be enjoyed in short sessions.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh, offering new challenges and experiences that keep you coming back for more.”
- “With multiple paths and outcomes, the game encourages you to explore different strategies and choices, enhancing its replayability.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, noting that the repetitive nature of progressing through levels can lead to frustration, prompting some to consider uninstalling despite the low cost of entry.
- “Then it's time to uninstall because the repetition of getting farther through it inch by inch on each replay is too grindy, and be glad you only spent $2 for a 6-level game.”
- “It's kind of tedious.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization strategy of the game is criticized as a cash grab, with users feeling that it lacks depth and quality compared to similar flash games, despite its low sale price of 47 cents.
- “Could be fun for the 47 cents it costs on sale, but knowing there are flash games that basically had the exact same thing but with more explanation, better thought out, developed, and time put into, this is just a lame cash grab attempt.”