ToeJam & Earl: Back in the Groove!
ToeJam and Earl have crash-landed back on Earth in ToeJam & Earl: Back in the Groove!, a funky fresh rogue-like adventure infused with old skool hip-hop and jam packed with awesome throwbacks to the 1991 classic. Original Funk Lord (and co-creator) Greg Johnson is back at the helm with the sequel that ToeJam and Earl fans have been waiting for! The iconic ‘90s duo is back in the groove with all-new presents to help them navigate this wack planet "Earth" and retrieve all the lost pieces to the Rapmaster Rocket. Team up for 4-player co-op play to discover secret locations, hidden presents and new friends as you make your way through a constantly changing and unpredictable world! ToeJam & Earl: Back in the Groove! is a mash-up of the very best features of the classic console games with a ton of fresh improvements. Grab some homies and get ready for a blast of funky nostalgia as you help ToeJam and Earl return once again to Funkotron.
Steam User 5
the perfect game for trying your best to explain to a friend how to play and you have to say the sentence "you need to save your money from dance battles for the carrot man, so he can identify your presents"
Steam User 4
This game is all three Toe Jam and Earl games combined and includes extra characters to use in game play. Plus there are added earthlings to deal with. If you happen to stubble across level 0, it is fun to explore. The hot tub party is kinda cool.
Steam User 2
So anyway, i had this dream where Earl owned steam or something and we were all alien girls just following him around, we sit on a circle around him, we drooling over his fat wallet he sat on the floor and he started talking about the next steam big update, we only cared about his money. He looked cool in his expensive suit tho.
There was this other dream where we're at some park in planet earth, earl was there, the other aliens too. There was like some dance dance revolution contest right there, i did my part then toe jam did his part, except he started rapping and such, then there was some government agent in suit, he was fat AF anyway once he started to hear toe's bars he got a really hard one, the camera zoomed in his bulge. Then he and other government agents tried to kidnappe toe jam and they put him in a bag, we all jumped in with the other aliens and stopped them.
Thing is we grabbed the fat guy with the bonner and pin him on the ground the other agents ran away, then toe jam's voice changed he was really angry asking us to beat him up, then it was kinda sus we were like toe jam is not like that he would never tell us to do such a thing, then we pull toe jam's eyes and it was a mask he was a government agent, so we beat him up until he told us where they had kidnapped toe jam.
Then an alien snake girl with huge knockers drove a van next to us, it was an alien van we all jumped in with earl the other alien girls and as we keep going to the warehouse where they had toe jam i see on the street tons of aliens just walking around, we let them get into the van and tell them about our mission and they deceide to help.
Thing is the more we go the more people we shoved in, there were a lot alien grafities in the walls and such.
We finally managed to get into the warehouse but toe jam was nowhere to be found, it was an ambush. Once we were inside the place got stormed with men in black and swats, they started shooting at us but aparently i was some sort of big tiddy lewanda with telekinetic powers and i could stop all their bullets and sent them back at some of them. We all had some OP powers we started fighting off the agents and the swat i remember the snake girl with big tiddies could create a laser web to cut people in pieces.
At some point i ripped a grill from the floor and throw it at someone removing their head with my mental powers then i woke up.
Steam User 1
It's perfect. Big thanks to the devs!
Steam User 2
game is great, developers deserve a pizza party.
Steam User 1
Actually a pretty faithful recreation of the original. I don't know why I didn't like it at first. Just mute the music, smoke a bowl, and play it like its the original.
Steam User 3
ToeJam & Earl: Back in the Groove! - A Funky Fresh Trip Down Memory Lane (and Beyond)
ToeJam & Earl: Back in the Groove! isn't just a remake, it's a love letter to the original wacky alien adventure. This funky roguelike throws you back onto a wacky alien planet with two rapping dudes, ToeJam and Earl, and one goal: collect enough funky presents to warp back home.
Old School Grooves with a Modern Beat
Back in the Groove! retains the original's core gameplay: explore randomly generated levels, avoid hazards, and collect mysterious presents (some helpful, some hilarious). The visuals get a fresh coat of paint with a groovy cel-shaded style that pops with color. The iconic soundtrack gets a similar bump-up, keeping the classic tunes while adding some new funky jams.
More Than Just Nostalgia
While staying true to its roots, Back in the Groove! injects some new life into the formula. New power-ups and challenges add strategic depth, and the roguelike elements with persistent unlocks keep you coming back for more. The addition of online co-op makes the adventure even more fun (and potentially chaotic) with a friend by your side.
A Relaxing Trip (or a Frantic Scramble)
The beauty of Back in the Groove! is its chill vibe. There's no pressure to rush, you can explore at your own pace, unwind to the funky soundtrack, and enjoy the wacky humor. However, don't underestimate the challenge. The random level generation can lead to some truly nightmarish situations, and the pressure to collect presents before the time runs out can turn this relaxing trip into a frantic scramble for survival.
The Verdict: A Funky Gem for Groovy Gamers
ToeJam & Earl: Back in the Groove! is a delightful return to a forgotten gem. It captures the original's charm and adds some modern touches without losing its soul. Whether you're a fan of the original or a newcomer looking for a unique and funky adventure, Back in the Groove! is a trip worth taking.
Recommendation:
Fans of the original ToeJam & Earl: A must-play, pure nostalgia with a fresh coat of paint.
Gamers looking for a relaxing, yet challenging roguelike with a unique style: Dive right in!
Anyone who appreciates quirky humor, funky vibes, and a healthy dose of randomness: Back in the Groove! will put a smile on your face.