The Asafo Journey
- October 14, 2022
- Black Bricks Studio
- 10h median play time
Get on SteamThe Pharaoh has called upon Asafo, the warrior few match in skill and strength, help save Egypt with the guidance of the Babird Asafo's guiding specter a projection of consciousness, he's especially fond of the deshr'et lands. Seek full awareness of the environment and you will be rewarded. Discover and explore the hidden dungeons and tombs to find hidden treasures but watch out for their guar…
Reviews
- The gameplay is smooth and engaging, with a variety of movement options that enhance combat and exploration.
- The game offers a nostalgic experience reminiscent of classic 2D platformers, providing a fun and satisfying challenge.
- It features unique art and music across various worlds, making it visually appealing and creatively rich.
- The game has a steep learning curve, which may be challenging for some players.
- There are issues with polish, such as getting stuck on objects and experiencing frame drops.
- The story is quite light, which may not appeal to players looking for a deeper narrative.
- gameplay6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally well-received, with many praising its solid core mechanics and entertainment value reminiscent of classic platformers. However, players have noted issues such as lack of polish, including getting stuck on objects and frame drops, which detract from the overall experience. While the game offers around 10 hours of content with replayability, improvements are needed to enhance its seamlessness and address existing flaws.
“Gameplay is where the Asafo journey shines.”
“This game is pretty well done; the story is somewhat light, but the game excels in terms of gameplay.”
“I would say an average of 10 hours of gameplay to finish all the levels, but you can replay it since it's not a story-based game.”
“A fairly easy platform game that might remind you of classic adventure and platform games. It has several flaws that need to be improved, but it has pretty solid gameplay and can keep you entertained for a couple of hours.”
“This game is pretty well done; the story is kind of light, but it's there. However, the game does better, as far as I'm concerned, when it comes to gameplay.”
- story3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as light and not central to the experience, fitting the genre but not particularly deep. Players can expect around 10 hours of gameplay, with the option to replay levels, as the focus is more on gameplay than narrative.
“This game is pretty well done; the story is light but it's there. The game excels more in gameplay, in my opinion.”
“The story is pretty light, though it probably fits the genre that way.”
“The story for this game is kind of light, but it's there; however, the game excels more in gameplay.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for its unique and creative compositions that complement the diverse worlds, enhancing the overall gameplay experience. Players find the combination of engaging music and satisfying mechanics contributes to a fulfilling and immersive atmosphere.
“The game features unique art and music that allows for some really in-depth creativity, making it a truly satisfying experience to play.”
“The music enhances the overall atmosphere of the game, perfectly complementing the unique worlds and their artistic styles.”
“The soundtrack is incredibly immersive, adding depth to the gameplay and making each moment feel more engaging.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the emotional aspect of the game to be heartwarming and uplifting, as the gameplay evokes a sense of joy and fulfillment while navigating through levels.
“While I was air slashing through entire levels, it just felt so wholesome.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's artwork is praised for its quality, featuring visually appealing enemies with unique movement styles that enhance engagement. While hit-boxes can be inconsistent, the ability to block projectiles with weapons adds an exciting visual element to the gameplay.
“The artwork looks great, and the enemies are really interesting with specific movement styles. Some are simple, while others keep you on your toes. Hitboxes may be odd at times, but any game where you can block projectiles with your weapon is just really cool to see.”
