The Adventures of Sullivan

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The Adventures of Sullivan is a single player arcade shooter game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Bumper Car Studios and was released on August 16, 2019. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

You play as Sullivan, a famous, and now retired bounty hunter, known for moon walking while fighting, defying laws of physics with fancy jump moves and air slides, and never backing down from an adversary. Our story begins when you are on your way to get a hamburger from a hip, local space pub, with your beloved cat, Claude Arthur Thatchmoore (C.A.T. for short). You are enjoying retirement, when s…

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Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews

graphics4 positive mentions

story2 negative mentions

The game features unique and entertaining graphics with a charming pixel aesthetic and soothing music.
It offers a good challenge with a variety of weapons and gameplay mechanics that require careful movement and strategy.
The game is considered a great value for its price, providing a fun experience for players looking for something new.

The controls can be awkward and require a learning curve, making gameplay frustrating at times.
Levels are often overloaded with enemies, leading to challenging situations that can feel overwhelming.
Some players have reported issues with the targeting system and the overall difficulty, especially in later levels.

graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
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29%
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their cool retro pixel aesthetic and appealing design, contributing positively to the overall experience. However, some users express disappointment, citing poor quality graphics and controls as significant drawbacks. Overall, the visuals are appreciated for their indie charm, though opinions vary on their execution.
- “The graphics and aesthetics are great; the gameplay is also enjoyable, although the controls could use some work and it gets very challenging in the later levels.”
- “Music and graphics are nice, with a retro style that fits the game perfectly.”
- “Great aesthetic and design of the game; the pixel graphics and cheeky humor initially drew me in.”
- “Graphics are terrible, controls are even worse.”
- “The adventures of Sullivan had originally appealed to me because of the pixel aesthetic and off-the-wall storyline.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally praised for its graphics and aesthetics, but it suffers from awkward controls and frustrating mechanics, particularly in later levels where the difficulty spikes and enemy overload becomes an issue.
- “My friend's name is Sullivan, so I bought it without looking at it instantly. I love the graphics and aesthetics; the gameplay is also great, although the controls could use some work, and it gets very hard in the latter levels.”
- “The first problem was the slightly awkward controls and the slide mechanic.”
- “What I ended up getting was all of that, plus some frustrating gameplay mechanics and overloaded amounts of enemies in the game.”
- “The first problem was the slightly more than awkward controls and the slide mechanic.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The music in the game is praised for its soothing quality and retro style, complementing the graphics well. Additionally, the fast-paced soundtrack encourages an energetic playstyle, although some players find success with a more measured approach.
- “The graphics are really cool and the music is really soothing to listen to.”
- “The music and graphics are nice, with a retro style that fits the game nicely.”
- “The soundtrack is fast-paced and may encourage a similar playstyle, but I've been more successful holding back and carefully aiming my shots with the crouch stabilizer.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The story is described as cute and appealing, particularly due to its off-the-wall elements and indie artwork. However, it tends to receive minimal focus throughout the game.
- “The adventures of Sullivan originally appealed to me because of the pixel aesthetic and off-the-wall storyline.”
- “The story is cute, but gets little focus.”
- “The adventures of Sullivan had originally appealed to me because of the pixel aesthetic and off-the-wall storyline.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's humor is characterized by its cheeky and playful tone, which complements its appealing pixel graphics. However, some players find the mechanics, such as the stamina bar for sliding, to be more amusing in concept than in practical use, leading to a mix of enjoyment and frustration.
- “Great aesthetic and design of the game; the pixel graphics and cheeky humor had me initially extremely interested in playing.”
- “You have a stamina bar of sorts for sliding that is constantly too low to really use, and besides ducking under bullets, it serves no other purpose other than making you laugh as you slide backwards.”

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