TRANSFORMERS: EARTHSPARK - Expedition

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67% User Score Based on 57 reviews

Critic Score 60%Based on 3 reviews

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TRANSFORMERS: EARTHSPARK - Expedition is a single player action adventure game with a kids theme. It was developed by Tessera Studios and was released on October 13, 2023. It received neutral reviews from critics and mostly positive reviews from players.

"Transformers: Earthspark - Expedition" is an upcoming action-adventure game where players control Bumblebee in his mission to stop Mandroid from destroying Earth's cities. Battle robotic enemies, explore vast locations, and unlock new abilities to defeat powerful villains and collect ancient Cybertronian technology. The game promises boss battles, secrets, and various gameplay modes.

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graphics4 positive mentions

stability4 negative mentions

The game is fun and accessible for younger players, making it a decent choice for kids and fans of the Transformers: Earthspark series.
The colorful environments and nostalgic appeal capture the essence of the animated series, providing a light-hearted experience.
There are plenty of missions and collectibles, offering a good amount of content for its price, especially when purchased on sale.

The game suffers from design flaws, including unclear objectives, repetitive gameplay, and a lack of depth in combat mechanics.
Voice acting is disappointing, as it does not feature the original show's cast, leading to a less immersive experience.
Many players feel the game is overpriced for its simplistic gameplay and lack of polish, with some suggesting it should be sold at a significantly lower price.

story
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
72%
14%
The game's story is generally perceived as simplistic and aimed at a younger audience, lacking the depth found in more complex titles. Players take on the role of Bumblebee, engaging in various missions that tie into the Transformers universe, but the narrative can feel repetitive and lacks significant challenge. While some enjoy the flexibility of exploring side missions alongside the main story, others find the overall storytelling and gameplay to be basic and reminiscent of shovelware.
- “The player takes on the role of Bumblebee, heading out on various missions and tasks, supported by the Terran Transformers and their human ally, Dr. Alex Malto.”
- “I liked that I could either go straight through the main story, or take my time doing side missions or exploration, dipping in and out of the main story.”
- “Chilled while exploring, lightly dramatic and tense during boss fights and critical story reveals.”
- “Don't buy it expecting a WFC or Devastation level of story and gameplay.”
- “However, the biomes are also sparsely populated (although I suspect that, in-story, Mandroid probably cleared out each biome prior to his taking control of it).”
- “The story levels feel a bit repetitive; it's just go to a location, fight enemies, destroy generators, shut down the giant Arachnidrills, fight bosses, and then collect some ancient Cybertronian cubes.”
gameplay
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
46%
27%
The gameplay is designed to be accessible and appealing to a younger audience, featuring exploration, combat, and light RPG mechanics, but it lacks depth and polish, which may disappoint older players. While the game offers a smooth experience with simple controls and a nostalgic atmosphere, its short length and uneven execution of mechanics limit its overall appeal. Ultimately, it serves as a lightweight, kid-friendly introduction to the Transformers universe, but may not satisfy those seeking a more robust gaming experience.
- “With its bright environments, nostalgic appeal, and accessible design, the game clearly targets a younger demographic, though it attempts to offer enough gameplay variety and narrative to capture older fans as well.”
- “At its core, the game blends exploration, combat, and light RPG mechanics into a structure that's easy to pick up and play.”
- “The gameplay itself is smooth, the graphics quite simple and child-friendly, and the atmosphere is appropriate.”
- “Don't buy it expecting a WFC or Devastation level of story and gameplay.”
- “However, the execution of these mechanics often feels uneven.”
- “However, for older players or action game veterans, the lack of mechanical depth, polish, and variety may be disappointing.”
graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
34%
22%
The game's graphics are described as bright and child-friendly, appealing primarily to a younger audience, though some players appreciate the nostalgic elements and smooth gameplay. While some reviews praise the detailed environments and overall aesthetic, others criticize the graphics as cheap and lacking in depth, with washed-out textures detracting from the experience. Overall, opinions on the graphics vary, with some finding them enjoyable and others deeming them subpar.
- “Graphics - 10/10, voice actors - 9.5/10, combat - 10/10, racing 9.5/10 so overall experience - 1 of the best I've seen so far.”
- “Graphically, both WFC/FOC were beautiful and detailed, with amazing voice acting and score.”
- “The gameplay itself is smooth, the graphics quite simple and child-friendly, and the atmosphere is appropriate.”
- “Graphics are way too cheap, the art style does not compensate for washed up textures.”
- “Graphics are way too cheap, the art style does not compensate for washed up textures.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The music in the game is a mixed bag; while some users find it serviceable and forgettable, blending into the background, others appreciate its atmospheric contribution and its ability to evoke the essence of the series. Overall, it seems to enhance the experience without being overly intrusive.
- “The background music adds a lot to the atmosphere without getting in the way.”
- “The music also evokes the series a lot.”
- “The soundtrack is serviceable but largely forgettable—background music loops tend to blend into the scenery rather than enhance it.”
- “The soundtrack is serviceable but largely forgettable—background music loops tend to blend into the scenery rather than enhance it.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is a mixed bag, with users reporting various visual glitches and occasional crashes, particularly towards the end of playthroughs. While some minor bugs are present, many players feel that the game generally maintains a solid performance without significant issues affecting gameplay.
- “Aside from it being obnoxiously babyish, and Optimus sounding like an art teacher for kindergarteners, the game is too buggy.”
- “Thrown together, buggy, and bland.”
- “I encountered a few minor glitches during my playthrough (and some crashing near the end, but I think that was an issue separate to the game).”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
33%
The game's optimization is praised for performing well on higher-end hardware, enhancing the overall enjoyment. However, it is criticized for being unpolished and lacking depth, with some users noting that it feels short for its price. Overall, while there are mixed feelings about the game's quality, the optimization aspect stands out positively for those with capable systems.
- “Game was optimized extremely well and makes it fun to play if you have higher-end hardware.”
- “Now yes, it's junky, unpolished, extremely short for its asking price, badly optimized but a genuinely fun time with a decent amount of effort put into it compared to your usual OG title.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the game's replayability due to its abundance of activities and collectibles, along with a straightforward upgrade system that encourages multiple playthroughs. Overall, the game offers a solid level of replay value.
- “In my mind, this also adds to a sense of replayability.”
- “There is plenty to do and to collect, has an easy-to-understand upgrade system, and promises a decent level of replayability.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere is characterized by smooth gameplay and child-friendly graphics, complemented by background music that enhances the experience without being intrusive.
- “The gameplay itself is smooth, the graphics are quite simple and child-friendly, and the atmosphere is just right.”
- “The background music adds a lot to the atmosphere without being intrusive.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Character development is generally well-received, with designs that faithfully reflect the source material, though some users note a lack of intricate detail and animation polish. The vibrant environments complement the characters, enhancing the overall visual appeal.
- “The environments are colorful and readable, and character designs stay true to the show, even if they sometimes lack fine detail or animation polish.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and unenjoyable, with combat against enemies feeling janky and more like a chore than an engaging experience.
- “I was hoping that at least fighting Decepticons would be fun, but it turned out to be a janky and tedious chore.”

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TRANSFORMERS: EARTHSPARK - Expedition is a action adventure game with kids theme.

TRANSFORMERS: EARTHSPARK - Expedition is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5 and others.

On average players spend around 10 hours playing TRANSFORMERS: EARTHSPARK - Expedition.

TRANSFORMERS: EARTHSPARK - Expedition was released on October 13, 2023.

TRANSFORMERS: EARTHSPARK - Expedition was developed by Tessera Studios.

TRANSFORMERS: EARTHSPARK - Expedition has received neutral reviews from players and neutral reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its story.

TRANSFORMERS: EARTHSPARK - Expedition is a single player game.

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