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Woah Dave!

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85%Game Brain Score
music, gameplay
graphics, grinding
87% User Score Based on 128 reviews
Critic Score 79%Based on 2 reviews

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Woah Dave! is a single player and multiplayer arcade platformer game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by MiniVisions and was released on October 30, 2014. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

"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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music22 positive mentions
grinding3 negative mentions
  • Solid retro arcade fun with tight controls.
  • The great degree of challenge makes achieving high scores incredibly rewarding.
  • Well implemented enemy evolution system.
  • The only thing to do is play over and over and beat your high scores.
  • Randomness can be unfair at times.
  • Generic frame is a missed opportunity.
  • music
    36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its engaging and addictive quality, with many reviewers highlighting the standout soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. While some comments suggest that the music may not compare favorably to the developer's previous rhythm games, the majority agree that it fits well within the game's quirky and simple design. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a major highlight, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.

    • “The music is still the best part of the game, by a wide margin.”
    • “Extra mention for the fine music in the game, it's quite well done and certainly enhances the experience.”
    • “There is just something about this game... there is just something about its music, its sound effects, its simplicity, its quirkiness... there is just something about Dave... that is irresistible.”
    • “The music is horrible.”
    • “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).”
    • “I would be seriously astonished if the total development time was more than 4 hours, including art and music.”
  • gameplay
    30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by simple yet engaging mechanics reminiscent of retro arcade games, particularly Mario Bros, combined with modern, fast-paced elements. While the split-screen mode enhances the experience, some players find the solo gameplay limited and lacking depth, despite the addition of new levels and mechanics in recent updates. Overall, it offers a straightforward and fun experience, appealing to fans of old-school arcade games, though some may feel it lacks substantial content.

    • “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.”
    • “I don't like the gameplay and I can die very easily.”
    • “Although the developers did add a couple more levels (effectively tripling the content), there is still very little gameplay overall.”
    • “Tldr: split screen is where the meat of the gameplay is at but after testing alone, and seeing how limited it was, I could not cope with myself if I forced someone to play this with me.”
  • graphics
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, 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 graphics 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, but the thing about speedy arcade games like this is that they demand simplified graphics so the player is not overloaded. In this game, the graphics are done exceptionally well and thoughtfully, and the color palette is well-designed, giving great visibility to all of the screen elements.”
    • “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.”
  • grinding
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be slow and tedious, particularly when it involves repetitively defeating spawning enemies, such as eggs. This repetitive gameplay can detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.

    • “Grinding feels like an endless cycle of killing the same enemies over and over, making the game feel slow and tedious.”
    • “The repetitive nature of grinding makes the gameplay feel monotonous and unengaging.”
    • “The constant need to grind for resources turns what could be an exciting adventure into a dull chore.”
  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by intense feelings of anxiety and distress, with players reporting experiences akin to panic attacks and a sense of paralysis when interacting with certain elements. This suggests a powerful, albeit overwhelming, emotional engagement that can lead to significant psychological reactions.

  • humor
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the humor in the game to be quite enjoyable, especially after overcoming its initial difficulty. Once they grasp the mechanics, the comedic elements shine through, enhancing the overall experience.

    • “It's really hard at first, but once you get the hang of it, it's a pretty funny game.”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    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.”
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Woah Dave! is a arcade platformer game with science fiction theme.

Woah Dave! is available on PlayStation 4, iPhone, Windows, PC and others.

Woah Dave! was released on October 30, 2014.

Woah Dave! was developed by MiniVisions.

Woah Dave! has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its graphics.

Woah Dave! is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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