The Theodore Adventures

About

"Theodore Adventures" is a cinematic space shooter game where players help Theodore reach Juicy Island in a retro 80's style. Players must accumulate coins and collect gold bullion from the village lady to buy a plane for Theodore's journey. Each level is a mysterious island filled with obstacles to avoid and treasures to collect.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

55%

Audience ScoreBased on 20 reviews

gameplay2 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

The pixel art and 8-bit music create a nostalgic and enjoyable atmosphere.
The game is easy to pick up, making it accessible for players of all skill levels.
Some levels provide a fun challenge that can be addictive.

The game suffers from numerous bugs and inconsistent hitboxes, leading to frustrating gameplay.
It feels unfinished, with a lack of achievements and limited content that can be completed quickly.
The controls can be clunky, and the design choices, such as the need to switch between keyboard and gamepad, are confusing.

music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's music features nostalgic 8-bit synth tracks that enhance the overall experience, particularly during the title screen and first level. While players appreciate the soundtrack, they note the lack of options to adjust or mute the music, making it essential to enjoy it while playing.
- “The music did not disappoint, at least through the title screen and first level.”
- “I bet the rest of the soundtrack slaps <3”
- “There is no way to lower the volume of the game music or turn it off that I have found, so hopefully you enjoy it if you buy the game.”
- “The music is an 8-bit synth style and is fine to listen to while playing.”
- “Bought for the creative/nostalgic 8-bit music in the trailer.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some praising it as super fun and engaging, while others criticize it for feeling unfinished and buggy, particularly in its platforming mechanics. Overall, it appears to have potential but may require further refinement.
- “I understand why Nintendo would make their own spin-off series on this; super fun gameplay 10/10!”
- “As it is on release, I can't recommend this game as I feel it is an okay platformer in gameplay (putting aside the few game bugs) it comes across as unfinished in design.”
- “As it is on release, I can't recommend this game as I feel it is an okay platformer in gameplay (putting aside the few game bugs); it comes across as unfinished in design.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics received a mixed response, with some users rating them as low effort retro pixel art, resulting in an overall score of 8/10.
- “The graphics are terrible, low-effort retro pixel.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users report stability issues, including bugs such as unintended double jumps and the inability to take screenshots or earn achievements. Overall, the game appears to have several technical flaws that affect the user experience.
- “I can't take screenshots using my Steam hotkey, there aren't any achievements, and it's kind of buggy (sometimes the double jump activates when I don't want it to). I got it for around 60 cents because I had one of those discount coupon things for the game.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story has received a perfect score of 10/10, indicating that players find it exceptionally engaging and well-crafted.
- “The story is incredibly immersive, drawing you in with its rich characters and intricate plot twists.”
- “I was captivated by the depth of the narrative; every choice felt meaningful and impactful.”
- “The world-building is exceptional, making the story feel alive and engaging at every turn.”