Avalanche 2: Super Avalanche

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Avalanche 2: Super Avalanche is a single player and multiplayer action game. It was developed by Beast Games and was released on June 11, 2015. It received positive reviews from players.

"Avalanche 2: Super Avalanche" is a platformer game where you play as a brave miner surviving against endless waves of enemies and obstacles. Collect power-ups, gain new abilities, and climb the procedurally generated mountain to reach new heights. This addictive and challenging game features retro-style pixel graphics and a catchy soundtrack. Reference: steamid: 351250

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Audience ScoreBased on 195 reviews

gameplay10 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

Addictive gameplay with a simple yet engaging premise of climbing falling blocks while avoiding enemies and lava.
Great customization options for the marshmallow character and a variety of power-ups that enhance gameplay.
Charming graphics and music that create a fun and enjoyable atmosphere, making it suitable for both solo and co-op play.

Frustrating difficulty spikes and random block placements can lead to cheap deaths, making the game feel unfair at times.
Limited replay value due to the repetitive nature of the gameplay and lack of diverse levels or modes.
Performance issues such as lag and frame drops can detract from the overall experience, especially on lower-end systems.

gameplay
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
28%
64%
8%
Avalanche 2 enhances the original's gameplay by introducing a variety of new mechanics and progression systems, making it a more engaging roguelike experience. Players enjoy the addictive nature of the platforming, complemented by power-ups and a bank mechanic that adds depth to the gameplay. While some controls may feel floaty and collision issues exist, the overall intuitive and fun gameplay keeps players coming back for more.
- “Avalanche 2 takes the original game's foundation and fleshes it out into a roguelike with lots of new features that complement the gameplay extremely well and make it much more enjoyable to play.”
- “The gameplay, which consists of going as high as possible, is addictive with missions and items keeping it fresh and interesting, even after the amount of time I've already spent on the game.”
- “Gameplay is intuitive and highly addictive.”
- “Does a game which has no story or much variety or really much of anything but the pure straightforward platforming gameplay appeal to you?”
- “The gameplay's grasp on you as the player probably won't be immediate though... I started out the game frustrated and bored.”
- “The gameplay has not changed nor has your little marshmallow guy.”
music
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
46%
41%
13%
The music in the game is widely praised for its catchy, upbeat quality that complements the cute graphics and overall aesthetic, enhancing the fun and engaging gameplay experience. While some reviewers noted that the music could use minor improvements, many found it memorable and enjoyable, often listening to the soundtrack outside of the game. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature that significantly contributes to the game's charm.
- “Add in the upbeat, perky music, and it really sets the tone of a happy-go-lucky game, as opposed to one where you die numerous times.”
- “The music and graphics for this game are the first thing that stand out - catchy and gorgeous.”
- “I really can say that the soundtrack is top-notch and a good listen.”
- “Pretty much no story, decent graphics/animations and music.”
- “I don't know how I feel about the music.”
- “The tutorial only gives you the basics (which is enough, although it doesn't have any music for some reason, making me worry the rest of the game would be just as silent) and after that you're thrown into the game, which is painfully slow to start off.”
story
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is minimal and revolves around a simplistic conflict between an evil marshmallow and a good marshmallow, driven by a "staff of power." While the narrative is largely overshadowed by the gameplay, players can engage in various missions and quests that add some variety and rewards to the experience. Overall, the focus is more on the rogue-lite mechanics and platforming challenges than on a deep or engaging storyline.
- “The storyline revolves around an evil marshmallow wanting to kill a good marshmallow because of the staff of power.”
- “It's just avalanche but with an impossibly better musical score and a story if you want.”
- “There's only one big level split into segments, and most of the fun comes from the smartphone game style of quests - you always get three random tasks with a small reward.”
- “Storyline revolves around... evil marshmallow wanting to kill good marshmallow... because... staff of power?”
- “Pretty much no story, decent graphics/animations and music.”
- “Does a game which has no story or much variety or really much of anything but the pure straightforward platforming gameplay appeal to you?”
graphics
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
33%
17%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their vibrant, cute, and colorful aesthetic, reminiscent of 16-bit era visuals. Players appreciate the unique art style that contrasts with typical medieval/fantasy themes, featuring charming character designs and well-crafted animations that enhance the overall experience. While some reviews mention a somewhat amateurish look, the graphics are generally considered a strong point, contributing positively to the game's atmosphere and enjoyment.
- “The colors and graphics are vibrant and crisp, the enemies aren't as monstrous as they could be (dragons are short, squat tubbies), and the two main characters are marshmallows.”
- “The graphics and music complement the game quite well, both being very well made and a pleasure to see/hear, and overall the presentation is great, with intuitive menus and nothing to bog you down between games.”
- “The graphics are well-done and pretty cute, and they really enhance the feel of the game.”
- “With the way it looks and your objective in the game, it wouldn't seem that way at first, but cute graphics can be misleading.”
- “Part of what makes this game play like a rogue-lite odd is the aesthetics compared to the standard medieval/fantasy world style.”
- “Pretty much no story, decent graphics/animations and music.”
replayability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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The reviews on replayability are mixed; while some players appreciate the game's randomness and find it offers significant replay value, others feel that the controls detract from the experience, leading to a lack of motivation to return. Overall, many users highlight the game's fun factor and variety as key elements that enhance replayability.
- “There is never a dull moment in this game, and it has so much replay value.”
- “If you're looking for a fun, replayable experience that is very enjoyable, get this game! :D”
- “Meh, controls felt off to me and the randomness really bugged me - couldn't find any real replay value to make me keep coming back...”
- “There is plenty of replay value as the blocks are dropped randomly.”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its humor, particularly through the witty dialogue of talkative NPCs and amusing item descriptions that complement its colorful visuals. While the graphics may appear amateurish, the humorous animations and engaging co-op gameplay contribute to a fun and entertaining experience.
- “The talkative NPCs have a great sense of humor, especially the cloud-like characters.”
- “The items' descriptions also share this humorous approach and suit the game's visuals, with 2D sprites colorfully designed.”
- “You can see that someone put a good few hours and a lot of elbow grease into making those funny animations.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players who enjoy grinding may find this game appealing, as it heavily incorporates grindy elements. However, many note that the experience can be tedious and requires significant patience, often leading to repeated setbacks and frustration.
- “It feels grindy.”
- “It will be a tedious test of patience until you finally start to do some risky moves, which will in turn make you end up dead and send you back to the bottom again.”
- “If you like grinding, then you will probably enjoy this game.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game features no microtransactions, which has been positively received by users, as it allows for a more straightforward and uninterrupted gaming experience.
- “There are no microtransactions, which makes the experience much more enjoyable.”
- “I appreciate that the game doesn't include any microtransactions.”
- “The absence of microtransactions really enhances the overall gameplay.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game suffers from significant optimization issues, resulting in poor performance and serious framerate drops, particularly on lower-end hardware.
- “Poorly optimized, serious framerate issues when run on a proverbial potato.”
- “Bad performance.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by the frustration players feel when automatic bounce mechanics interfere with their jump inputs, leading to a sense of loss of control and impacting their overall experience.