Unearthing Colossal

23%
Game Brain Score Based on 14 reviews
  • graphics
  • gameplay
  • atmosphere
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Take on the role of an epic titan of death named Reaper. Your nemesis the Bringer of Life has broken from tradition - the cycles of life - and created a sentient race known as the Humans. Now it's up to you as Reaper to complete the cleansing cycles of life and death.

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23%
Audience ScoreBased on 14 reviews
graphics4 positive mentions
gameplay2 negative mentions
  • The game features a unique and interesting concept, allowing players to explore as a giant destroyer in a mysterious setting.
  • Visually, the game has a well-designed pixel art style and atmospheric sounds that enhance the overall experience.
  • The gameplay encourages exploration and discovery, providing a sense of achievement when players solve puzzles on their own.
  • The controls are frustrating and poorly designed, making movement and combat difficult to manage.
  • The game is riddled with bugs, including freezing, lagging, and missing textures, which detracts from the experience.
  • There is a lack of clear instructions or guidance, leaving players confused about gameplay mechanics and objectives.
  • graphics5 mentions

    The game's graphics are praised for their unique and appealing gloomy pixel art style, which effectively creates a captivating atmosphere. Reviewers appreciate the blend of artistic design and environmental detail, enhancing the overall visual experience.

    • “Visually, the game has a nice gloomy pixel art style with some good-looking environments.”
    • “Good atmosphere and nice pixel graphics.”
    • “The art style is actually really nice.”
  • gameplay3 mentions

    The gameplay is characterized by an intriguing and mysterious setting that encourages exploration and player agency. However, some users find the controls and overall mechanics disappointing, suggesting it may appeal primarily to those seeking a unique experience rather than polished gameplay.

    • “The gameplay is interesting, with a very mysterious setting, and it's sort of up to you to explore and figure out what to do.”
    • “The controls and gameplay itself are a bit of a letdown, so I'd only suggest this to those looking for a new experience.”
    • “When I got to the mechanics, I was most surprised.”
  • atmosphere3 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its effective use of atmospheric sounds and music, contributing to a mysterious vibe that enhances the overall experience. Additionally, the pixel graphics complement the immersive environment, making it visually appealing.

    • “Great use of atmospheric sounds and music.”
    • “Overall, I must say I did enjoy the atmosphere and mysterious vibe this game presents.”
    • “Good atmosphere and nice pixel graphics.”
  • stability2 mentions

    The game's stability is heavily criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs, control issues, and frequent freezes that detract from the overall experience. Despite its impressive visuals and solid storyline, these technical problems significantly hinder gameplay, leading to frustration among players.

    • “Bad controls, pretty buggy, and weapons often ended up behind me, ensuring my death.”
    • “I see this game has quite a low rating, and that saddens me because it has huge potential. It looks amazing and the storyline is solid, but bugs and errors are everywhere you go. The game freezes, lags, and completely stops working. Some textures go missing, and the screen goes black. It sucks to see such huge potential being wasted.”
  • story2 mentions

    The game's story is noted as solid and interesting, particularly for its unique perspective of playing as a giant destroyer of humanity, which adds a refreshing twist. However, the overall experience is marred by numerous technical issues that detract from the potential of the narrative.

    • “After looking more into it, the story also seemed interesting... playing as a giant destroyer of the human race and not the savior felt refreshing.”
  • music1 mentions

    The music in the game is praised for its effective use of atmospheric sounds, enhancing the overall immersive experience.

    • “Great use of atmospheric sounds and music.”
    • “The soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.”
    • “The music creates an immersive environment that draws you deeper into the game.”
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