Monday, May 16, 2011

Terraria: First Thoughts

Terraria is an indie game that came out just today, well yesterday for most of you. It costs 9.99$ on Steam. Let me star off by saying this. This game is so amusing.

I found it by someone mentioning "It's kind of a 2d Minecraft." My interest immediately drew me to buying this cheep game. It does share similarities but this game is less about building things and more about surviving and exploring. There is so much to do and I actaully haven't even scratched it yet.

It did take me a while to get used to jumping with space instead of w in a sidescroller like this. Placing some things like torches is a bit awkward sometimes but nothing game breaking. There are a lot of interesting enemies (that have killed me so many times.)

There isn't much to say about the graphics, they're 2d sprites. Good looking sprite though. The gameplay is nice and pretty solid. There are a lot of fun things to do in this game. Building, exploring, and fighting.

For a game that I got for only ten bucks, this is lovely. It's creative but still working. If you liked minecraft you will most likely like this. I'd recommend this to anyone who nostalgia for old style 2d sidescrollers, those who have fun with Minecraft, or those who like experimentally indie games.
Posted by Michael at 10:59 PM
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22 comments:

  1. RageCompeXMay 16, 2011 at 11:46 PM

    I like minecraft so let me check this out :)

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  2. AnonymousMay 16, 2011 at 11:58 PM

    kinda a 2d minecraft? will have to check it out

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  3. phosportsMay 17, 2011 at 12:01 AM

    isnt minecraft already 2d...
    9.99 maybe i might give it a go

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  4. MichaelMay 17, 2011 at 12:03 AM

    ... o.0 No? 2d in the sense of graphics. Minecraft is 3d game like Mario 64 or Halo or something. Terraria is a 2d game like Mega Man.

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  5. AnonymousMay 17, 2011 at 12:05 AM

    So nostalgic, will wait for some reviews.

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  6. Dark RevengerMay 17, 2011 at 12:12 AM

    Yeah planting flower could be useful!
    Gonna have to check it out.

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  7. JDOGMMAMay 17, 2011 at 12:33 AM

    Might have to check it out.

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  8. Hadders93May 17, 2011 at 1:41 AM

    Even if it turns out to be rubbish, $10 is hardly gonna break the bank.

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  9. PatwaMay 17, 2011 at 1:44 AM

    mmm minecraft <3

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  10. ShooterMay 17, 2011 at 2:47 AM

    I spent months playing minecraft,gonna have to check it out.

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  11. SatanokaMay 17, 2011 at 4:19 AM

    Sounds like a good idea. Once I finish my coursework and get some money I may buy it.

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  12. Athanasian ComplexioMay 17, 2011 at 5:36 AM

    Yeah, I heard about this game. Not really my fancy to be honest. Thanks for the info though.

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  13. JimMay 17, 2011 at 12:10 PM

    It looks interesting, and it does kinda look like Minecraft.

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  14. rubberbandMay 17, 2011 at 1:39 PM

    Sounds interesting, I might check it out when I've got the time.

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  15. edan96May 17, 2011 at 1:57 PM

    always play minecraft in school

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  16. AnonymousMay 17, 2011 at 4:03 PM

    lol its a minecraft killer

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  17. gonblaterMay 17, 2011 at 4:09 PM

    This looks old, but looks kinda fun. :)

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  18. UnknownMay 17, 2011 at 4:09 PM

    Sounds interesting.... but I don't have 10 bucks

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  19. KamatacciMay 17, 2011 at 4:19 PM

    I can sure go for a Minecraft clone. Checking it out soon.

    PS: I was born in Aiea. Moved to St. Louis, MO though when I was really young. I miss Hawaii

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  20. MichaelMay 17, 2011 at 4:28 PM

    I've been playing the game more and I am having fun, not in a minecraft kind of way but similar.

    Yeah, Hawai'i is a place to miss, no matter how hard it is to make a living here.

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  21. SeanExactMay 17, 2011 at 4:55 PM

    ohh yaaa im coming off a minecraft binge RIGHT in time for this hahaha

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  22. MakelMay 17, 2011 at 9:48 PM

    Getting a four pack - very excited for this game!

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