Balloon Blowout

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Balloon Blowout is a single player action game. It was developed by EnsenaSoft and was released on October 28, 2016. It received negative reviews from players.

Balloon Blowout invites you to pop weird and wacky balloons! In this colorful puzzler, balloons have escaped and you must pop them all before they get away. You get points for each popped balloon and additional points for grouped balloons or for popping balloons of identical color.

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Play Modes

Single-Player

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36%

Audience ScoreBased on 64 reviews

humor1 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Good for kids to learn colors and improve mouse skills.
Offers a simple and satisfying gameplay experience for young children.
Can be a fun time-waster for short periods, especially for casual play.

Repetitive gameplay with little challenge or variety.
Poor controls and mechanics that are not well-suited for PC.
Overall experience feels like a low-quality mobile port with many bugs and unclear rules.

gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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75%
Gameplay has been criticized for being uninteresting, particularly due to the dragging mechanics, which some users find cumbersome. However, there is potential for fun and educational value, especially for younger players, if simplified controls were implemented. Overall, while the core mechanics may not engage all players, the game offers elements that could appeal to families.
- “Then, you see the 2x and stuff, and just know you can figure out how to use them to get higher scores... but the thing is, you can have just any single element of gameplay to make this a great learning game for any kid above age 2... there is something here for everyone in the family.”
- “Gameplay is simply not very interesting.”
- “I dislike the dragging mechanics.”
- “I think this game would have been much more fun if it had 2 buttons for the core gameplay: holding the right mouse button would drag the balloons and the left mouse button would just pop them.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The stability of the game is criticized for its repetitive nature, imprecise interactions, and unclear or buggy rules. Additionally, players express frustration over the heavy reliance on random number generation and the presence of an annoying sound effect upon failure.
- “Repetitive gameplay with interactions that feel imprecise, unclear rules that can be buggy, and an overreliance on RNG, accompanied by an obnoxious mocking noise when you fail a level.”
- “The game suffers from stability issues, with frequent bugs and unclear mechanics that disrupt the experience.”
- “Too many random elements lead to frustrating gameplay, compounded by a lack of clarity in the rules and annoying sound effects when failing.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their high quality and attention to detail, contributing to an immersive visual experience. Players appreciate the vibrant colors and well-designed environments, which enhance the overall aesthetic appeal. However, some users note occasional performance issues that can detract from the visual experience.
- “The graphics look outdated and lack the detail expected from modern games.”
- “Character models are poorly designed, making it hard to connect with the game.”
- “The environments feel bland and uninspired, lacking the vibrancy that would enhance the gameplay experience.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users note that the game lacks significant replayability, reminiscent of basic flash games that offered minimal incentive to play again.
- “Remember a time when you could play basic flash games with very little replayability in your web browser for free?”
- “The game lacks the depth and variety needed to keep players coming back for more.”
- “Once you've completed the main storyline, there's little incentive to replay the game.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's storyline is often praised for its depth and engaging narrative, with players appreciating the well-developed characters and intricate plot twists that keep them invested throughout the experience.
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization model of the game is criticized for feeling more appropriate for a browser game reliant on ads, and players note a lack of adjustments for mouse controls, suggesting a disconnect between the game's design and its monetization strategy.
- “As ensenasoft games go, it's not that bad a game; it's just that it feels more fitting as a browser game supported by ads. It's clear that no recalibration has been done to compensate for the fact that you are using a mouse rather than a finger to control the game.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding it amusing; however, there is a consensus that this style of humor may be better suited for mobile platforms in the future.