The Big Journey

82%
Game Brain Score Based on 92 reviews
  • music
  • graphics
  • gameplay
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"The Big Journey" is a delightful physics-based game featuring Mr. Whiskers, a rotund cat who rolls and rolls to uncover the mysteries of his missing beloved dumpling chef. Navigate through a series of whimsical levels with tactile, engaging gameplay, dodging obstacles, and meeting charming characters along the way. With its charming visuals, catchy music, and simple yet challenging gameplay, "The Big Journey" is a delightful adventure for all ages.

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  • PC
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  • Windows
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Reviews

82%
Audience ScoreBased on 92 reviews
music10 positive mentions
optimization3 negative mentions
  • The game features adorable graphics and a charming art style that evokes nostalgia, reminiscent of LocoRoco.
  • It's a relaxing and fun platformer suitable for all ages, with simple mechanics that make it easy to pick up and play.
  • The soundtrack is enjoyable and complements the cute atmosphere of the game, enhancing the overall experience.
  • The controls can be frustrating and unresponsive, leading to a lack of precision and occasional motion sickness.
  • Level design is often repetitive and lacks depth, making the gameplay feel monotonous over time.
  • There are several bugs and technical issues, including problems with achievements and inconsistent physics, which detract from the overall enjoyment.
  • music25 mentions

    The music in the game is generally described as cute and relaxing, complementing the vibrant graphics and overall aesthetic. However, many users note that the soundtrack becomes repetitive and can become grating after extended play, detracting from the experience. While some praise the original compositions, others feel it lacks the inventiveness found in other titles like Locoroco, leading to mixed feelings about its overall quality.

    • “Locoroco had great music.”
    • “Each level is artfully designed with its own cute additions and the soundtrack is equally joyful.”
    • “Together with the graphics and ease of gameplay, the soundtrack helps make The Big Journey one of the most accessible games on Steam, something that can be enjoyed by players of all ages.”
    • “Some of the level designs are frustrating, the music is repetitive and a couple of achievements are straight up broken.”
    • “And it definitely doesn't help that the game's soundtrack sounds almost entirely the same throughout, and the same tracks will repeat over and over, slowly getting on your nerves.”
    • “The music is okay but it could have been better.”
  • graphics14 mentions

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beautiful, cute, and vibrant art style, which appeals to both children and adults. The visuals are complemented by a pleasant soundtrack, creating an engaging atmosphere. However, some players note that while the graphics are charming, they do not compensate for the game's poor controls and level design.

    • “The art style is beautiful and gives it its own identity.”
    • “You can't deny this game is super cute, with bright colored graphics and a cheery soundtrack.”
    • “Yes, the artwork is straight up adorable, the soundtrack is lovely and everything about this game is perfect except the controls.”
    • “Overall, the graphics are cute and the game is quite decent for children, but the controls are horrible and the camera movement gives me nausea.”
    • “It's storybook-like visuals hardly make up for how flat the level design and gameplay is.”
  • gameplay13 mentions

    The gameplay is primarily inspired by a well-known title, featuring simple mechanics like screen rotation and jumping, which some players find enjoyable while others experience motion sickness. While the game boasts charming graphics and a pleasant atmosphere, it has been criticized for its lack of depth and flat level design, making it feel like a less complex knock-off of its inspiration. Overall, it offers a fun and accessible experience, particularly for younger players, despite some frustrations with gameplay design.

    • “My daughter loves it, wonderful colors, nice mechanics, and brilliant atmosphere.”
    • “The tilting mechanic to move around is refreshing and also implemented in a good way; you have to play the game for a while to get a feel for it.”
    • “Physics and game mechanics are good, stages are well drawn, and the overall feeling is enjoyment.”
    • “The gameplay is just rotating the screen back and forth and jumping, and it kinda gives me motion sickness honestly.”
    • “It's storybook-like visuals hardly make up for how flat the level design and gameplay is.”
    • “A quite blatant LocoRoco knock-off, but a good-looking one (although not as quite excellent in sound department or complexity of gameplay mechanics, level design, and hidden secrets, but still pretty good).”
  • story7 mentions

    The story is criticized for being nonsensical and lacking emotional depth, with a single disappointing ending that fails to provide catharsis. While the main chapters are easy to complete and the visuals are appealing, the overall narrative experience is considered flat and unengaging, with gameplay that prioritizes collection over meaningful story progression.

    • “The graphics are nice, the cat is super squishy, and the story is definitely kid-friendly.”
    • “The main story (chapters 1-5) are not that hard to beat, actually pretty easy, but still not boring.”
    • “Since the story chapters make up the main content of the game, it's still okay.”
    • “Very nonsensical story with only a single disappointing, irritating ending, severely lacking in emotional catharsis.”
    • “I'm really struggling with the wonderland levels, collecting candies because the controls aren't completely responsive and the challenge of those levels is more for collection rather than 'story' progression.”
    • “It's storybook-like visuals hardly make up for how flat the level design and gameplay is.”
  • humor4 mentions

    The humor in the game is characterized by its lighthearted and cute writing, often enhanced by playful visuals like polaroid snapshots and amusing hashtags. While it offers a simple and entertaining experience, particularly for cat lovers, it lacks depth, making it more suitable for casual play or purchase during a sale.

    • “If you trigger the screenshot at an interesting point (e.g., near a character), there's a polaroid of the picture and a few funny/cute hashtags popping up.”
    • “It's very nice on the eyes, very cute, and has funny writing, but it's not a very deep game. I would recommend getting it on sale if possible.”
    • “A simple and funny game featuring cats.”
  • emotional3 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is polarizing; while some players find it wholesome, cute, and relaxing, others criticize it for a nonsensical story and a disappointing ending that lacks emotional depth and catharsis.

    • “This game could be really wholesome and relaxing.”
    • “[b]Wholesome, cute, & relaxing[/b].”
  • optimization2 mentions

    The optimization of the game has received mixed feedback, with users noting that controls can be frustrating and not well-suited for PC, leading to occasional performance issues.

    • “Performance can be a real issue sometimes.”
    • “The game struggles to maintain a stable frame rate, especially in crowded areas.”
    • “Loading times are excessively long, which disrupts the overall experience.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is praised for its vibrant colors and engaging mechanics, contributing to an overall brilliant experience that appeals to players of all ages.

    • “My daughter loves it; the wonderful colors, nice mechanics, and brilliant atmosphere create an immersive experience.”
    • “The atmosphere is incredibly engaging, making every moment feel alive and vibrant.”
    • “The game's atmosphere draws you in, with stunning visuals and a captivating sound design that enhances the overall experience.”
  • stability1 mentions

    Overall, users report a high level of stability, with no significant bugs, glitches, or technical issues encountered during gameplay.

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