Down Under by TheLastSlowpoke 2025-04-23T10:15:42Z ♥ 2
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Got him!
Very fun game, but lacks music. I wanted to give (reluctantly) one star for the music already, but the music vote was disabled.
Such a bad deed I compensated with five stars for the other categories. Great job!
LD59 — Signal (3)
MAYDAY by Viktor Kovachev 2026-04-23T19:13:05Z ♥ 4
I really enjoyed playing this game, it’s a fantastic example of the metroidbrainia genre!
The guy in the suit alone is an easy five stars for humor. The game is very charming and engaging, with a strong sense of the unknown, and every new point of interest feels exciting to discover. The characters are drawn beautifully and really add to the overall style.
Some moments can feel a bit unfair without prior knowledge though. For example, the mermaids were confusing at first. I expected them to sing, but instead they just repeat words, and it took me a few tries to realize I shouldn’t listen to them.
There’s also a small issue with color indication. It works well overall, but one red marker overlaps with the general enemy color, and since the captain is also red, I almost couldn’t see him on the map.
The balance is excellent. Progression feels smooth, with steady upgrades to shotgun power, health, and speed. I really liked how new threats like anglers and tentacles are introduced over time.
However, anglers and sharks look dangerous at first, but don’t react if you shoot them from a distance. They just kind of stay in place, which feels a bit off. It would be much more fun if they actually started hunting the player.
The final boss is too noisy and a bit too easy. Maybe some strong music instead of the current sound effects would make the fight feel more epic. After dealing with sharks and anglers, beating the boss on the first try felt a bit underwhelming.
About visibility and screen framing, I’d prefer to better see that everything around is darkness. Right now the view feels a bit frustrating and tense, not always in a good way, even if it adds some atmosphere.
The mix of 2D and 3D is really well done. At first I even thought the boat was fully 3D. The rocks and environment look great, and the particle effects and sound design support the atmosphere nicely. The moments of silence work especially well for immersion.Снимок экрана 2026-04-23 в 21.57.25.png
To walk on Strange Roads? by alyd asmar 2026-04-21T11:52:34Z ♥ 4
The game features really appealing visuals, with beautiful backgrounds that are genuinely enjoyable to look at and explore. However, I struggled to understand the meaning of the symbols that represent the in-game language, which is supposed to guide you in delivering packages. Instead of learning or interpreting them, I ended up brute-forcing the process by wandering around and trying every possible option. I’d also like to highlight that the item search mechanic, which relies on sound cues and pixel hunting, didn’t feel very engaging. It’s often unclear what exactly you’re looking for or where it might be. If objects were more visually distinct or slightly highlighted against the background, it would make the experience much clearer and more satisfying. Overall, the game looks great and has a very appealing presentation, making it a visually charming and enjoyable experience.
Tune by DeathandRepublic 2026-04-21T11:35:39Z ♥ 3
I spent quite a while trying to understand what I was supposed to do, but it really feels like there’s a bug. The red stone clearly indicates that it should respond to red signals, yet no matter how many red signals I shoot at it, it doesn’t move at all. Strangely, those same red signals seem to activate the yellow stone instead, which is confusing and breaks the logic of the puzzle.
As a result, I’m stuck in the very first tutorial area because I can’t move forward without shifting the wall. This blocks any further progress and makes it impossible to properly engage with the game.
That said, the sound design and visuals are quite приятные and create a nice atmosphere. I’d really like to give the game another try once this issue is resolved or with some guidance. Overall, it feels like a solid and promising experience. Снимок экрана — 2026-04-21 в 14.35.13.png