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Asfalia: The Cranky Volcano

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68%Game Brain Score
graphics, emotional
story, gameplay
100% User Score Based on 19 reviews

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Asfalia: The Cranky Volcano is a single player action game. It was developed by Funtomata and was released on January 23, 2023. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Immerse yourself in a world shaped by Charlie's anger. Explore wonderful places and meet zany characters. Help them solve their comical problems by solving funny puzzles! You'll need to carefully examine your surroundings and talk to the inhabitants of Asfalia to prevent the volcano from erupting! The dialogues are full of humor and irony, with cultural references that make the adventure just a…

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100%
Audience ScoreBased on 19 reviews
graphics5 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions

  • The game features high production quality with charming visuals, engaging voice acting, and a whimsical art style that appeals to children.
  • It provides a simple and accessible gameplay experience, making it suitable for young audiences while still being enjoyable for parents.
  • The narrative conveys important emotional lessons, making it both entertaining and educational for children.
  • The gameplay is overly simplistic, lacking meaningful puzzles and engagement, which may lead to boredom for older players.
  • The game is very short, typically taking only about an hour to complete, which may leave players wanting more content.
  • There are technical issues, such as glitches and problems with controller mapping, which can detract from the overall experience.
  • story
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story revolves around a child named Charlie who grapples with his emotions after his dog, Baya, stops wanting to play. While the narrative is simple and designed for a young audience, it effectively teaches emotional management through engaging gameplay and puzzles. Although it ends on a cliffhanger, indicating future installments, the overall storytelling is considered mild and somewhat repetitive, yet still captivates its target demographic.

    • “The story starts with a child processing their emotions about their dog who seemingly has stopped wanting to play with them.”
    • “It's very educational to see how the main character finds out new things in his quest to manage his emotions.”
    • “My children love the gameplay which is easy to handle and the story got them hooked (I have to barter with them to use my computer now).”
    • “Being a kid’s game, I never expected much from the story.”
    • “Moreover, the story is simple and repetitive most of the time.”
    • “At the end of the day, it's a game that you play for the experience, not the story.”
  • gameplay
    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of Asfalia: Anger is characterized by its simplicity and accessibility, making it suitable for young children and family-friendly. While it offers a fun experience with straightforward puzzles, it is relatively short, taking about 60-90 minutes to complete, and may not provide depth for more experienced gamers. Overall, it effectively conveys a positive message through its engaging yet uncomplicated gameplay.

    • “Asfalia: Anger will take around 60-90 minutes to complete with all collectibles and provides decent family-friendly gameplay for a reasonable price.”
    • “My children love the gameplay, which is easy to handle, and the story got them hooked (I have to barter with them to use my computer now).”
    • “Anyway, overall the game looks and sounds wonderful, but don't expect much in terms of gameplay.”
    • “The puzzles and overall gameplay are fairly simple and casual, but a lot of fun.”
    • “This is not something that I would usually cover, and whilst I can't speak from a child’s perspective, it portrays a great message for children and features very simple gameplay.”
  • graphics
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics in Asfalia are praised for their charming, cutesy visuals and unique art style, reminiscent of childhood drawings, enhanced by rich pastel colors and gradients. The game's aesthetic is complemented by top-notch voice acting and attention to audio details, creating an engaging and entertaining experience. Overall, the visuals contribute significantly to the game's appeal and depth.

    • “Additionally, it is delivered in an entertaining way with top-notch voice acting, strange but adorable characters, and a charming aesthetic.”
    • “Great graphics in an original drawing style, also mind the audio that has a lot of attention to details.”
    • “Asfalia: The Cranky Volcano's visuals are rich with pastel color, sometimes finished with a gradient to emit a unique style.”
    • “Asfalia is a kid’s point & click game with cutesy visuals.”
  • emotional
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of "asfalia: anger" is highlighted by its heartwarming narrative and nostalgic charm, as players follow Charlie through a fantastical world that represents various emotions. The game concludes on a sweet note, evoking feelings reminiscent of wholesome childhood shows while also teasing future adventures.

    • “Asfalia: Anger is a wholesome point-and-click game that follows Charlie as he explores the land of Asfalia, a mysterious and fantastical representation of emotions.”
    • “The ending also feels sweet and heartwarming while still leaving a teaser for the next installment.”
    • “Reminds me of those wholesome childhood shows I used to watch.”
  • stability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users report experiencing glitches that can significantly impact gameplay, including a notable issue that forces players to restart the game from the beginning. Overall, stability appears to be a concern for some players.

    • “There are some glitches; one of them caused me to start the game from the beginning.”
    • “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
    • “I experienced several bugs that disrupted my gameplay experience.”
  • replayability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The replayability of the game is considered variable, with opinions suggesting it may depend on individual player preferences and experiences.

    • “The replayability value depends on the choices you make, but ultimately feels limited.”
    • “After completing the game once, I found little incentive to play through it again.”
    • “The lack of diverse outcomes makes replaying the game feel more like a chore than an enjoyable experience.”
  • music
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is highly praised for its quality and emotional depth, seamlessly adapting to the scenes and enhancing the overall experience. Coupled with excellent art and voice acting, it contributes significantly to the game's immersive atmosphere.

    • “The art, music, and voice acting are all top notch.”
    • “There is a lot of attention to detail in this game, and I especially love how the music changes to suit the emotions at play in the scene.”
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Asfalia: The Cranky Volcano is a action game.

Asfalia: The Cranky Volcano is available on PC, Mac OS and Windows.

Asfalia: The Cranky Volcano was released on January 23, 2023.

Asfalia: The Cranky Volcano was developed by Funtomata.

Asfalia: The Cranky Volcano has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its story.

Asfalia: The Cranky Volcano is a single player game.

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