Tesla Breaks the World!
- November 26, 2014
- Archetype Global
Get on SteamAs Nikola Tesla, fix a quantum space tear and confront Thomas Edison in this 2D puzzle-platformer. Unlock inventions like Tesla Coils and Peace-Ray, and use them wisely to prevent zombie spawns from inefficient puzzle-solving. Don't forget to collect and name pigeons as companions on your journey.
Reviews
- The game features a fresh style and an original story centered around the battle between Tesla and Edison, which many players find engaging.
- The graphics are quirky and visually appealing, contributing to a unique gaming experience.
- Some players have found joy and motivation in the game, using it as a source of hope during difficult times.
- The controls are often described as shoddy and unresponsive, making gameplay frustrating and difficult.
- Level design and checkpoint placement are criticized for being poorly executed, leading to repetitive gameplay and frustration.
- The game suffers from a lack of intuitive mechanics, with players struggling to understand how to interact with the environment and enemies.
- story5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The game's story presents a moral about perseverance and the unpredictability of life, though opinions vary significantly; some find it poorly executed and frustrating, while others praise its originality and engaging historical conflict between Tesla and Edison, deeming it worth the price.
“Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
“Fresh style, original story, and the all-important battle of the millennium: Tesla (poor immigrant inventor) vs. Edison (corporate-sponsored antagonist that you think invented the lightbulb).”
“The story alone is worth the money.”
“I thought it was a small fun game, but in the end it was just badly cobbled together frustration with a bad story.”
“Terrible control of the character and bad camera/view renders the game unplayable... 3 out of 10... just for the story concept.”
“Fresh style, original story, and the all important battle of the millennium, Tesla (poor immigrant inventor) vs Edison (corporate sponsored douchebag that you think invented the lightbulb).”
- graphics3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their quirky and humorous art style, showcasing a creative concept like Tesla vs. Edison. However, the gameplay suffers from stiffness, lacking the fluidity that would enhance the overall experience.
“The graphics are quirky and funny, showcasing a unique art style that adds charm to the game.”
“I can see that the team behind this game has both a good concept and a great art style.”
“I like the Tesla vs. Edison idea as well as the elongated body art style.”
- music1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as soothing and calming, providing a relaxing experience that can help players feel at ease.
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by its quirky and funny graphics, though some players feel that the gameplay lacks the fluidity and funkiness that would enhance the overall comedic experience.
- gameplay1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
While the game's quirky and humorous graphics are praised, the gameplay is criticized for being stilted and lacking the fluidity and dynamism expected.
