Reviews

• gamedeal user

  Aug 17, 2015

  THIS IS MY ULTIMATE CHILDHOOD GAME :D
• gamedeal user

  Aug 16, 2014

  I used to play the demo for this when I was a child, never thought I'd see it on Steam. It's a little harder than I remember, still good. I'm really good at reviews...
• gamedeal user

  Aug 18, 2014

  This game is my childhood it is challenging and has a amazing soundtrack it is alot more fun if you have friend playing it with you though
• gamedeal user

  Aug 18, 2014

  I'd never thought i'd see this on steam. It's such a joy to see this again. Thank you 10/10
• gamedeal user

  Oct 26, 2014

  [h1]Introduction[/h1] I am Tigerfrost. I would like to apologize for anything that is miss-spelled or any grammar issues. Thank you. If you'd like to skip straight to Pro's & Con's, please move to the bottom of the page. Thank you. (MAY CONTAIN SPOILERS!) [h1]How I Found Out About "Platypus"[/h1] Oh...this goes way back! Years and years ago. When I was very young, didn't know about things like Steam, or retail PC games, I was always playing Flash games online. One site that I would play on all the time, had a little game called "Platypus". This was one of those games you came across that you had to download a free trial that only lasted an hour or so. Of course, I did. I believe the free trial only contained the first level of the game. I loved the game so much. Over about four or five years later, I went on a search to see if I could find the game's main website (Because Steam didn't have the game at the time). I found something similar to it, the game was around $2-$5. I didn't trust the site, so I did not purchase the game. Now, just last night, I noticed "Platypus" in my recommended on Steam, so I HAD to buy it. Boy, was it a blast to the past, and a nice thing to see Level 2-5, levels I have never seen before. [h1]Unfair First Impressions[/h1] I tend to see a lot of hate for [b]score attack[/b] & [b]shoot 'em up[/b] games. I don't mind these kind of games as long as they are fun for me. "Platypus" takes both these genre'. I also see hate for [b]side scrolling shooters[/b] which "Platypus" is also. Therefor, you may here people say bad things about these genre' or about "Platypus" itself. Some people will say that about the genre and not even try the game itself. This can rub off on other people, causing them to do the same thing. Then that can rub off, and keep going like a virus. [h1]Review Of "Platypus"[/h1] "Platypus" is a [b]side scrolling[/b] [b]shoot 'em up/score attack[/b] game. It uses a rare unique graphic style. It uses [b]claymation[/b] which means everything you see in-game is made of modeling clay to add a unique design. There are five total levels with about four or five areas in each. In each of these levels you will find a wide variety of enemy types & power ups. Though the game itself isn't really the 'best' as it is quite old, and it seems that the dev. is no longer supporting it, the game still runs smooth. There are no resolution options, nor is there any audio options other than "Turn Music On/Off". The Steam overlay also does not work while the game is running. However, the challenge in the game is there. It will get harder as you go along. Anything can destroy your ship, enemy fire, coliding with enemies, etc. When the screen gets really full, you'll find it harder to survive. The challenge isn't to much, that I feel over whelmed. It's a really nice fit. The game also includes a 2-player option. Player 1 (Yellow ship) plays default with the "mouse", but a second player (Red ship) can join in under the controls of a "joy" or "keys" (Arrows to move, control to shoot). Player 1 can also use the different control settings, but both players can not use the same control setup. What's also neat is if you don't have anyone to play the game with, you can spawn in Player 2 and use it yourself, along with your main ship. This is difficult to master, but will help out along the way. Still better to have someone to play with though. [h1]Content (Enemies & Power Ups)[/h1] "Platypus" contains loads of enemy types, some generic, some unique. The game also includes a few different [b]power ups[/b] to defend yourself. In "Platypus" you can come across enemy ships that fly in an "up and down" maneuver, fly straight from left to right, right to left, pull up or go down, etc. Not only that, as the levels go on, you'll notice a lot of the ships to start shooting at you. Now the weapons fired at you could consist of, a single shot in your direction, a fast shot that moves one direction, or other things like "rockets" that follow you. To defend youself, you have a few different weapon types. I'll only name a few to avoid spoiling too much. You have your main [b]cannons[/b] which are default, and have a slow fire rate. Then you have things like the traditional [b]cannon spread[/b] and [b]cannon fire rate increased[/b] upgrades. Along with weapon types, you also have sort of.....pick ups. That can be dropped from enemies, or crates. These consist of fruit, like grapes, and bananas, which give you score points when picked up. Inside things like crates, you can find items like [b]x2 score[/b] which will double your score income, and [b]coins[/b] which give off a lot of score. [h1]Pro's & Con's (Overall Rating)[/h1] "Platypus" is a very fun side scrolling score attack shooter. That is easy to play, and very addictive. Despite it's problems, this game is a cheap purchase that anyone can enjoy for hours. Especially with a friend. Pro's: +Unique claymation graphic style. +Fun & challenging five level experience. +2-player available. +Catchy soundtrack that is full of nostalgia. Con's: -No resolution option. -No custom sound options. -Steam overlay currently does not work (Though this does not degrade the final rating of the game). Overall rating: About a 13/15 (Fun Experience For The Whole Family) [h1]Credits & Disclaimer[/h1] Thank you for taking the time to read my review, I hope this helped out with your decision on whether to make a purchase or not. Remember, this review is based off of opinion only. You may not think the same way as me towards something, but that's okay, because we are all human.
• gamedeal user

  Feb 2, 2018

  this was one of the first games i played on pc when i was 5 or 6, and i forgot about it for over 10 years. was surprised when i found it in on sale on steam. this game is still very challenging and enjoyable. highly recommend
• gamedeal user

  Nov 28, 2021

  better than war thunder
• gamedeal user

  Oct 28, 2022

  This game was part of my childhood. I remember playing it with my brother and wondering why it was all made out of plasticine. I'm an adult now but it's still great memories.
• gamedeal user

  Jun 30, 2018

  One of the best memory of childhood I've ever had. Back then I skipped lunch because playing Platypus for almost 5 hours straight over and over.
• gamedeal user

  May 8, 2018

  [h1]The Best Nostalgic Shooter Game of all time[/h1] Yeah i Love this game while i was kids XD its still fun even i already beat the game over and over again XD [H1]My Table Review :[/h1] [table] [tr] [th]About[/th] [th]Rate[/th] [/tr] [tr] [td]Art/graphic[/td] [td]The art is unique and still good to play even in 2018[/td] [/tr] [tr] [td]Gameplay[/td] [td]It's a skill shooter game, not really a skill but if you play normal mode its really already good for a chalange.[/td] [/tr] [tr] [td]Music[/td] [td]The music is really classic and still sound fun in my ears XD[/td] [/tr] [tr] [td]Playtime[/td] [td]I buy this game then i play it to try finish the game its take about 1 hour to beat, even short its has diffrend level which the normal already fun and kinda chalanging.[/td] [/tr] [tr] [td]Story[/td] [td]im still didnt know the story this far XD but i guess its about we are a hero shooting an alien ship ? maybe ?[/td] [/tr] [tr] [td]Recommended?[/td] [td]YES ! donnt waste your money for lazy big dev[/td] [/tr] [tr] [td]can Low Spec User play this game?[/td] [td]You can use your dusty PC, what can i said.... YES, no wait even a ash computer you can still play it !![/td] [/tr] [tr] [td]How many Game Bug[/td] [td]Well since i was play long time ago about 2001 / 2006 the game doesnt have any bug or maybe its just because the game running on vista and Windows Xp, when i play this game in WIndows 10 its sometimes the game fps drop buts not too drop its like 2 second if you finish one map.[/td] [/tr] [tr] [td]DLC worth?[/td] [td]No DLC Good right ! Btw dont buy Platypus 2 Cuz this first original one is more better than the second one.[/td] [/tr] [tr] [td]my oppinion[/td] [td]They Should make a remake for this game XD if the dev team still alive :([/td] [/tr] [/table] Review Version 2.3.2 Still a good games.