A Most Extraordinary Gnome

72%
Game Brain Score Based on 26 reviews
  • graphics
  • gameplay
  • story
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In "A Most Extraordinary Gnome," play as a small gnome tasked with protecting a forest from dark, unprecedented forces. Wield your hat as a weapon in challenging 2D action stages while uncovering a complex and engaging story. With hand-crafted paper cut-out elements, the game offers a unique and colorful 2D world tailored to your desired level of difficulty.

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72%
Audience ScoreBased on 26 reviews
graphics8 positive mentions
stability1 negative mentions
  • The art style and animations are charming and unique, contributing to a delightful visual experience.
  • The gameplay mechanics are interesting and provide a nice variety of challenging boss fights.
  • The game offers customizable difficulty options, making it accessible for players of different skill levels.
  • The story feels underdeveloped, making it hard to connect with the main character and impacting the emotional weight of the ending.
  • Controller support is buggy, which can lead to frustrating gameplay experiences during boss fights.
  • Some players found the hitboxes and controls to be imprecise, leading to frustrating moments during platforming sections.
  • graphics12 mentions

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charming and unique art style, reminiscent of paper cut-outs, which enhances the overall aesthetic and vibe. While the visuals are considered a highlight, some players feel that the art does not always align with the gameplay, particularly during boss battles. Overall, the combination of appealing artwork, engaging animations, and a captivating soundtrack contributes to a delightful gaming experience.

    • “The art style and animations are very charming and unique, definitely one of my main highlights of the game.”
    • “Gorgeous art style, great music, short and sweet story.”
    • “Mixing beautiful arts-and-craft graphics with Cuphead-style gameplay creates this wonderful little indie game.”
    • “As already mentioned by some people, the unique and friendly paper cut-out art style with the cute animals doesn't really match with the (also a bit clunky) boss battles, which could at least have been enhanced by some easygoing gameplay sprinkled in between.”
    • “Don't let the cute graphics fool you, this game is actually quite challenging!”
  • gameplay10 mentions

    The gameplay is characterized by interesting mechanics and a solid platforming experience, highlighted by a variety of challenging boss fights. However, some players feel that the limited number of boss encounters, which can be completed quickly, detracts from the overall depth of gameplay. While the art style and soundtrack are praised, there are suggestions for better integration of gameplay elements and clearer explanations of mechanics.

    • “The mechanics are very interesting and the other main selling point of the game in my opinion, also a nice variety of bosses with different challenges.”
    • “Very solid platformer with interesting mechanics, fairly priced, with a very appealing art style and great soundtrack.”
    • “Gameplay is pretty challenging but always fair.”
    • “The four boss fights make up all of the gameplay-oriented mechanics (i.e. non-story/fluff) and are beatable in about 10 minutes if done flawlessly.”
    • “The unique and friendly paper cut-out art style with the cute animals doesn't really match with the (also a bit clunky) boss battles, which could at least have been enhanced by some easygoing gameplay sprinkled in between.”
    • “The story is a bit of a fever dream, and I wish some mechanics were explained a bit better.”
  • story7 mentions

    The story is described as unique and delightful, featuring a gorgeous art style and superb music, but it may lack emotional depth, leaving some players indifferent to the main character's journey. While the narrative is short and sweet with fun side characters, it can feel disjointed and somewhat confusing, resembling a "fever dream" that could benefit from clearer mechanics. Overall, the presentation is praised, but the emotional impact and character connection vary among players.

    • “The story is delightful and gentle, and the mode of displaying it is magnificent and lovely.”
    • “Nice music, superb animation, and a lovely little story.”
    • “Gorgeous art style, great music, short and sweet story.”
    • “The story is a bit of a fever dream, and I wish some mechanics were explained a bit better.”
    • “That being said, the four boss fights make up all of the gameplay-oriented mechanics (i.e. non-story/fluff) and are beatable in about 10 minutes if done flawlessly.”
  • music7 mentions

    The music in the game is generally praised for its charm and ability to complement the unique art style, contributing to an appealing atmosphere. While some players found certain transitions and creative choices less enjoyable, the overall soundtrack is considered solid and fitting for the game's aesthetic. The combination of great music, superb animation, and a lovely story enhances the overall experience, making it a standout feature.

    • “Very solid platformer with interesting mechanics, fairly priced, with a very appealing art style and great soundtrack.”
    • “Nice music, superb animation, and a lovely little story.”
    • “Incredible art and music, great mechanics, very cute and alluring characters and atmosphere, what's not to love?”
    • “The music from the trailer sounded a little strange but interesting, and it seemed to fit the unique art style; however, I didn't enjoy several of the transitions in-game and some of the creative choices.”
  • stability1 mentions

    Users report that the game's stability is compromised by buggy controller support, which can negatively impact gameplay, particularly during challenging boss encounters.

    • “The controller support is a bit buggy; the third boss's second part was significantly harder because of it. I ended up aiming down and timing my shots since that seemed to not bug out as often.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by its short yet impactful narrative, complemented by fantastic art that enhances its cute and wholesome themes.

    • “The art is fantastic, and the narrative is cute and wholesome.”
    • “The emotional depth of the story left a lasting impact on me.”
    • “I felt a strong connection to the characters, which made the experience truly memorable.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    Players find the game highly replayable due to the presence of achievements, encouraging them to revisit and complete different challenges.

    • “The game offers a wealth of achievements that make it incredibly replayable.”
    • “Each playthrough reveals new challenges and secrets, enhancing the replayability factor.”
    • “With multiple endings and diverse character choices, the game invites you to replay it for a fresh experience every time.”
    • “The game lacks meaningful choices, making replayability feel pointless.”
    • “Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to play again.”
    • “The limited variety in gameplay mechanics reduces the overall replay value.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its incredible art and music, complemented by charming and alluring characters, creating an engaging and delightful experience for players.

    • “Incredible art and music, great mechanics, very cute and alluring characters, and atmosphere—what's not to love?”
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