Ladybird (Icon64) $3.99 USD

Game title: Ladybird
Game description: Ladybird is an arcade-style puzzle game where you play as Momma Ladybird, on a mission to rescue her kidnapped children from a gang of sinister insects planning to make them their next meal. To save her little ones, Momma Ladybird must solve puzzles, evade dangerous foes, and collect key objects on each level as she navigates through 16 different insect nests. The core puzzle mechanics involve gathering the right objects in the correct sequence and placing them strategically to bypass traps and obstacles. In some levels, Momma Ladybird will receive help from her insect friends, adding an extra layer of depth to the gameplay. While certain levels require quick reflexes, Ladybird primarily offers a more relaxed, arcade-style experience infused with modern game design sensibilities.
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Production - 85%
85%
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Fun - 77%
77%
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Depth - 73%
73%
Summary
Having never played Fire Ant (the game that inspired it), my initial experience with Ladybird was one of frustration, as its puzzle elements seemed to lack a logical basis. However, once I understood and accepted that Ladybird is more of a memorization-based game, I completed the first level and quickly found myself hooked.
Each level introduces something new—whether visually or in terms of design—ensuring a strong sense of progression throughout. I particularly appreciated the ability to activate trigger points to summon friendly slugs and bugs to assist in solving puzzles. Every level was a joy to play and complete, though I wish there were more than just the 16 available.
From a production standpoint, Ladybird is a visual delight, packed with charming little details. The SID music jingle playing in the background perfectly complements the game, evoking a nostalgic old-school arcade feel.
Ladybird is a highly charming and engaging arcade-style puzzle game that is incredibly easy to pick up. Its casual pacing and incorporation of modern gameplay sensibilities ensure that most C64 gamers will find it a rewarding experience.
Overall
78%User Review
( votes)Pros
- Beautiful graphics
- Each level offers some thing new
- Charming old arcade style music jingle
- Casual paced puzzle elements
Cons
- Only 16 levels on offer
- Many puzzles are not logic based
- No save or checkpoint function
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