Woah Dave!
- October 29, 2014
- Choice Provisions
Get on Steam"Woah Dave!" is a frantic arcade-style game where players control Dave, a man trying to survive on an alien planet by smashing alien eggs and avoiding enemies. Collect power-ups to help reach high scores, but watch out for increasing difficulty and relentless pursuit of alien foes. With its retro pixel art style and fast-paced gameplay, "Woah Dave!" offers a challenging and fun experience for fans of classic arcade games.
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Reviews
- Woah Dave! is an addictive and fun arcade game that captures the charm of classic titles, making it easy to pick up and play in short sessions.
- The game features tight controls and a great soundtrack, enhancing the overall experience and making it enjoyable for both solo and multiplayer gameplay.
- With its simple mechanics and challenging gameplay, Woah Dave! encourages players to improve their skills and compete for high scores, providing a satisfying sense of achievement.
- Some players find the game to be repetitive and lacking in depth, with limited content and only one main level to play through.
- The lack of tutorials or clear instructions can lead to confusion for new players, making it difficult to understand the mechanics and objectives.
- While the game is designed for quick sessions, some users feel that it can become boring after a short time due to its simplistic nature and limited variety.
- music18 mentions
- 61 % positive mentions
- 22 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its engaging and addictive quality, with many players highlighting the rockin' soundtrack as a standout feature that enhances the overall experience. While some reviews note that the music may not be as strong compared to the developer's other rhythm games, the majority agree that it fits well with the gameplay and adds to the game's charm. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a major highlight, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.
“The soundtrack is amazing.”
“Simple and engaging gameplay with a great soundtrack.”
“Extra mention for the fine music in the game, it's quite well done and certainly enhances the experience.”
“I would be seriously astonished if the total development time was more than 4 hours, including art and music.”
“Music is just okay compared to the devs' other rhythm style games, but it does the job (my last review said the music sucked, but I was comparing that to their other stuff).”
“The music is horrible.”
- gameplay15 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its simple yet engaging mechanics, reminiscent of retro arcade games, particularly with a fast-paced and exciting feel. While the split-screen mode enhances the experience, solo play can feel limited, and despite the addition of new levels and mechanics, some players find the overall content lacking. The game effectively combines familiar elements with modern twists, making it enjoyable for fans of classic arcade-style games.
“Simple and engaging gameplay with a great soundtrack.”
“It takes established mechanics, retro aesthetics and adds new elements to create something that is familiar yet entirely new.”
“A sweet little Vlambeer-esque arcade game with fun, streamlined dynamics, slick little noises and frantic, fast gameplay.”
“Although the developers did add a couple more levels (effectively tripling the content), there is still very little gameplay overall.”
“I don't like the gameplay and I can die very easily.”
“The simple mechanics remind vaguely of the Atari days and so do the sound effects.”
- graphics7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received mixed feedback, with some players criticizing them as blocky and crude. However, many appreciate the thoughtful design and well-executed color palette, which enhance visibility and suit the fast-paced arcade style. Overall, while the visuals may appear simplistic, they effectively support the gameplay experience.
“I've also read complaints that the graphics are blocky and chintzy... but the thing about speedy arcade games like this is that they demand simplified graphics so the player is not overloaded - and in this game the graphics are done exceptionally well and thoughtfully, and the color palette is well-designed and gives great visibility to all of the screen elements.”
“It takes established mechanics, retro aesthetics and adds new elements to create something that is familiar yet entirely new.”
“Deceptively deep, with fantastic graphics and sound.”
“In the swamp of games available in today's market, it could be very easy to dismiss this game quickly as a turd after seeing its admittedly crude graphics.”
“I've also read complaints that the graphics are blocky and chintzy, which is a common issue in speedy arcade games. However, the graphics in this game are done exceptionally well and thoughtfully, with a well-designed color palette that provides great visibility to all of the screen elements.”
“Your head will hurt after about 30 minutes of non-stop play, not for the visuals, but rather because your mind gets tired of pinpoint precise timing, leading to mistakes.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be slow and tedious, particularly when it involves repetitively killing spawning enemies, which can detract from the overall enjoyment.
“If you can keep killing enemies as they spawn from the sky, it makes for a slow, tedious game.”
“The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“I spent hours doing the same tasks over and over, and it just became a chore.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players report that the game evokes intense emotional responses, with some experiencing overwhelming anxiety and a sense of paralysis when interacting with certain elements. This highlights the game's ability to deeply affect players on a psychological level.
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the humor in the game to be initially challenging to appreciate, but once they become familiar with the mechanics, they discover it to be quite entertaining.
“It's really hard at first, but once you get the hang of it, it's a pretty funny game.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from frequent freezing issues, requiring players to close and restart it to regain functionality, which detracts from the overall experience.
“I like this game, but it freezes far too often, and you are forced to close the game in order to fix it.”
