Affordable Space Adventures Reviews

Affordable Space Adventures is ranked in the 75th percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
9 / 10.0
Apr 4, 2015

Affordable Space Adventures is a game that can only work on the Wii U. Its two-screen experience is exactly what the system was designed for and the result is a unique breath of fresh air that might actually force people to hold that breath in certain situations. The multiplayer doesn't pan out too well and there were some physics glitches, but this is a game that Wii U owners need to get their hands on.

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8 / 10
Apr 5, 2015

Affordable Space Adventures is a unique game that can only conceivably work this well on the Wii U, though the 3DS could be a decent alternative in future. It not only utilises the GamePad, but makes it integral to the experience, while tackling it solo or with others is equally rewarding. There's evident devotion to small details and quality from the developers, and though it's over relatively soon we wouldn't have missed this adventure for the world. There's nothing else quite like this out there, and it's certainly a trip worth taking.

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9 / 10.0
Apr 5, 2015

Affordable Space Adventures is an indie title with a $20 price tag, and that may make some would-be purchasers leery of the investment. I can say with full confidence that the price tag is not only justified, but might even be too low. Big studios never took the time to flesh out the GamePad and see what it was possible of doing, but Affordable Space Adventures shows why the Wii U GamePad exists: to provide an experience that can only be done on the console. Take the plunge, spend the $20, and get lost in the world of Spectaculon to play one of the finest Wii U titles to date.

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8 / 10.0
Apr 7, 2015

Affordable Space Adventures is a brilliant ride from beginning to end. However, the game can understandably be overwhelming for the solo player and it can cause a lot of stress while playing through the game. With a team, though, you can remain calm and discuss your options on what to do next.

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8.2 / 10.0
Apr 8, 2015

One part hysterical, one part horrifying, all parts engrossing: "Affordable Space Adventures" is every bit worthy of consideration as the next addition to your Wii U digital library. If the idea of playing video games in a way you probably never have before – whether alone or with pals – sounds fun to you, it's a must-experience title that you'll remember long after you've traversed your way through it. Rare is the game that makes the most of its hardware; from a strictly technical standpoint, there's not a better example of the creative opportunities the Wii U Gamepad affords willing developers than "Affordable Space Adventures."

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Apr 8, 2015

Affordable Space Adventures is a must-have for anyone with a Wii U. It utilizes the Gamepad in ways that few games have before, and truly feels like a unique, yet fun experience.

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7 / 10
Apr 8, 2015

One of the best uses of the Wii U GamePad so far and one of the most atmospheric games of the year, even if it does run out of new tricks before the end.

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Recommended
Apr 9, 2015

What an intoxicating place it is to spend a few hours, too. There are rough edges aplenty, but while the world Affordable Space Adventures conjures is never quite pretty it's certainly immersive, one which draws you in as you struggle in the space between the main screen and the GamePad. This is one of those rare games that could only ever be possible on the Wii U, and if you've any measure of affection or interest in Nintendo's console and what it's capable of, you owe it to yourself to check it out.

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8 / 10.0
Apr 9, 2015

Good puzzles and novel controls make Affordable Space Adventures' world one worth exploring

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9 / 10.0
Apr 10, 2015

Finally a game designed to truly showcase what the Wii U's unique feature set can do.

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EGM
Top Critic
7 / 10.0
Apr 13, 2015

If you're measuring with the typical genre yardstick, Affordable Space Adventures isn't a particularly great or noteworthy puzzle game, but as an exercise in designing to the Wii U's strengths and delivering an entertaining, one-of-a-kind co-op experience, it's a pretty solid success.

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Sam M.
Top Critic
Apr 15, 2015

The use of the gamepad is by far the most enjoyable aspect of Affordable Space Adventures. In fact, it's so well done that it's close to being the best use of the gamepad on the Wii U so far. Sadly the game is held back by some serious game design choices, and while it's still playable, it's just not the kind of game that deserves to be remembered as a classic.

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Buy
Apr 15, 2015

Affordable Space Adventures is a brilliantly fun, atmospheric and rewarding game. It works best in groups, and it's an awesome entry for the Wii U.

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80 / 100
Apr 16, 2015

Affordable Space Adventures is a great example of a game that takes advantage of everything Wii U has to offer. There are a few drawbacks but this is the best use of the GamePad to date.

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7.9 / 10.0
Apr 19, 2015

After all is said and done, Affordable Space Adventures is a unique experience.

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4 / 5.0
Apr 20, 2015

Overall, Affordable Space Adventures is a journey well worth embarking on, especially with a few friends.

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Az Elias
Top Critic
6 / 10
Apr 20, 2015

There can be no denying the creative effort that has gone into turning the Wii U GamePad into a clever mechanic that cannot really be pulled off elsewhere on game consoles right now. It's just incredibly unfortunate that there are a number of factors that limit the amount of enjoyment to be had. Affordable Space Adventures fails to deliver a world that demands to be explored; it is far too generic and lacking in fun puzzles, instead only producing too many a tedious moment. Patience is a virtue with this one.

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8 / 10
Apr 20, 2015

The fun and atmospheric Affordable Space Adventures lives up to its quirky title.

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Unscored
Apr 21, 2015

The game's co-op mode, which accommodates up to three players, brilliantly divvies up the ship's responsibilities.

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3.5 / 5.0
Apr 21, 2015

Overall, though, Affordable Space Adventures is a refreshing puzzler that serves up one the best examples of Wii U tablet control design to date. Give it a spin if you're in the mood for a physics puzzler with personality.

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