RETRY

Pros

• Challenging and addictive gameplay
• Retro 8-bit visuals and music add nostalgic value
• Unique in-game reward system

Cons

• Very high difficulty curve
• Requires a lot of patience

"Brought to you by the creators of Angry Birds, RETRY is an 8-bit retro styled game that's as challenging as it is addictive."

Into the Game

A clear throwback to old-school arcade games, RETRY takes the familiar tap-to-fly mechanic, made popular by the iconic Flappy Bird, and adds its unique twist. Although the core mechanic is similar, RETRY provides a more robust and diverse gaming experience.

In RETRY, you take control of a propeller plane, manoeuvring it through a series of obstacles to fly as far as possible. The obstacles can be stationary, such as blocks or clouds, or moving. Precise timing is essential in avoiding these obstacles and progress through the game.

Special skills such as executing loop the loops are vital to mastering and advancing in RETRY. These loops are challenging to execute correctly, but the satisfaction of completing one successfully contributes to the game's addictive nature.

Reward System

RETRY also provides a reward system where players can unlock retry points by landing their plane in hangars. This system allows players to continue from the last hangar they landed in after crashing, rather than returning to the start of the level. Moreover, coins scattered throughout the game help unlock later levels. However, these coins are often well hidden or difficult to reach, mandating multiple retries of the same level.

The Controls

RETRY's controls are simple but challenging to master. Holding down the screen propels the plane upwards while releasing makes it swoop down. A loop the loop is performed by continually pressing on the screen. However, the game demands perfection, allowing no room for minor errors; the slightest contact with an obstacle will lead to a crash and a forced retry.

Aesthetics

RETRY hits all the right notes when it comes to delivering a nostalgic 8-bit aesthetic. The chunky pixel art sprites, terrain and even the menu fonts hark back to the days of early console games. The accompanying soundtrack completes the retro atmosphere, reminiscent of the musical scores from the 90s console games. This authentic 8-bit visual and auditory experience contributes to a captivating game world.

Summary

The name RETRY is apt – facing a challenging in-game world, instead of producing frustration, it encourages players to push their limits and try again. Despite a gruelling gameplay, RETRY's addictive factor lies in the thrill of mastering its controls and the urge to progress further. The charm of the game is not only in its challenging mechanics, but also in its endearing 8-bit aesthetics.

Pros

• Challenging and addictive gameplay
• Retro 8-bit visuals and music add nostalgic value
• Unique in-game reward system

Cons

• Very high difficulty curve
• Requires a lot of patience