Welcome Back To 2007
- May 9, 2018
- Siberian Mouse
Get on Steam"Welcome Back To 2007" is a first-person shooter game that transports players back to the year 2007. The game features pixelated graphics and nostalgic references to the pop culture of the time. With various weapons and enemies to combat, players must fight their way through levels while completing missions and unlocking new content. This game offers a blast from the past and a unique gaming experience for fans of old-school shooters.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game has a nostalgic retro aesthetic reminiscent of 2007, which some players find charming.
- It offers a fun and challenging platforming experience, especially for those who enjoy trial-and-error gameplay.
- The soundtrack is enjoyable and adds to the overall atmosphere of the game.
- Gameplay can be extremely repetitive and frustrating, particularly due to the enforced 66-second wait in each level.
- The controls are often described as imprecise and floaty, making platforming difficult and unsatisfying.
- The constant pop-up of achievements can obstruct gameplay and detract from the overall experience.
- graphics11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have been widely criticized for their poor quality, with many reviewers describing them as outdated and reminiscent of early pixel art from decades past. There are no options to adjust resolution or customize settings, leading to a frustrating experience for players who value visual quality. While some appreciate the retro aesthetic, the overall consensus is that the graphics detract significantly from the gameplay experience.
“If you enjoy challenging platformers and you don't care about the graphics, then you will enjoy the game.”
“As much as I like indie games, this one just didn't really keep my interest long enough to play through it all. It does have some good ideas; jetpacks are always fun even if they're a bit sluggish. Pixel art can look really good, especially if you're going for a retro aesthetic like this game is.”
“Graphics, music, and sound effects are very simple.”
“A choice was made to use obsolete, decades-old retro pixel 'art' as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
“There's no options to change the resolution for the game or customize the graphics settings.”
“This game is an easy achievement hoard if you're willing to deal with terrible graphics, awful physics, and an annoying checkpoint system.”
- music9 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 22 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising it as chaotic and enjoyable, likening it to classic titles like Super Meat Boy, while others criticize it for being repetitive and poorly executed. Overall, the soundtrack is noted for its fun and engaging qualities, though opinions on its quality and style vary significantly.
“So far though, I've really enjoyed this game; it's trippy, the music is honestly chaotic and has been the most fun rage game I've played since Super Meat Boy.”
“Has one of the best soundtracks of all time.”
“This game has a funny atmosphere with a cool soundtrack.”
“This is a particularly bad, very lazy Russian effort with slapped together garbage pixel assets and music presumably ripped off from someone else.”
“The music became very repetitive after a while.”
“Graphics, music, and sound effects are very simple.”
- gameplay9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay has been widely criticized for its janky controls, lack of polish, and repetitive mechanics, leading to a frustrating experience for players. While some elements, like the jetpack mechanic and retro pixel art, show potential, they are overshadowed by poor level design and ineffective combat options. Overall, many players find the gameplay unsatisfying and tedious, with little incentive to continue playing.
“The interesting jetpack mechanic adds a unique twist to the gameplay.”
“The pixel art can look really good, especially if you're going for a retro aesthetic like this game.”
“If you opt to get the original Greenlight edition (DLC), it's like having two games in one with different game mechanics.”
“It's janky and unsatisfying to play... and any experienced gamer will tell you, the handling, responsiveness, and general gameplay feel of the control scheme must be well polished for this kind of game to succeed.”
“Unfortunately, this is something the developer seems to have phoned in, with little to no apparent gameplay testing or polish done.”
“Crappy level design and repetitive and boring gameplay; every minute in this game is a wasted one. Only buy if you want a bunch of achievements for some reason.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating its funny atmosphere and entertaining soundtrack, though some expected a more absurd comedic style similar to its sequel. Overall, it delivers a lighthearted experience that aligns with players' expectations for humor.
“This game has a funny atmosphere with a cool soundtrack.”
“I bought this expecting funny garbage like its sequel and for the achievements to make it worth my fifty cents.”
“☑️ funny”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, including slippery controls and frequent bugs, with menu crashes occurring early in gameplay. However, some users note that these problems are somewhat forgivable given its low price as an indie title.
“The controls are slippery, and the game is buggy; the menu crashes early on, but it's not half bad for a dirt cheap indie game.”
“I experienced frequent crashes and glitches that made it frustrating to play.”
“The game lacks stability, with constant frame drops and unexpected shutdowns.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features a humorous atmosphere complemented by an engaging soundtrack, creating an enjoyable and lively experience for players.
“This game has a funny atmosphere with a cool soundtrack.”
