Ballspell

53%
Game Brain Score Based on 10 reviews
  • gameplay
  • music
  • story
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Ballspell is a short zuma-like game where you play as a wizard, trying to take down your teachers. Shoot magic at a train of enemies, matching colors to defeat them. However, be aware, some enemies have special abilities that will complicate things, such as shields that bounce off your magic, or imps that will speed up the train when woken up. Luckily you learn new spells by defeating your teach…

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53%
Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • The game offers a fun twist on the Zuma genre with unique mechanics and clean enemy designs.
  • Each new area presents unique challenges, and defeating bosses provides rewarding abilities that enhance gameplay.
  • The vibrant colors and distinct enemy designs improve accessibility for colorblind players, making the game more enjoyable.
  • The game can be extremely frustrating due to its difficulty, with some players feeling that progression is nearly impossible.
  • There are issues with the game's mechanics, such as a delay between shots and confusing health mechanics for enemies.
  • Achieving high scores or completing levels can feel more reliant on luck than skill, which may deter some players.
  • gameplay3 mentions

    Gameplay is engaging with a diverse range of mechanics and enjoyable abilities gained from defeating bosses, though it presents a challenging experience, particularly with its complex health system and progression issues. Despite these difficulties, players still find the game fun and rewarding.

    • “The mechanics are good too, and I liked the abilities that you got after defeating each boss.”
    • “Quite a bit on the harder side as far as sphere matchers go, and the 'health' mechanic can be extremely confusing to figure out (some colors of enemies take multiple 'hits' to destroy or require a longer chain), but it's nothing that makes the game less fun.”
    • “The gameplay is quite challenging compared to other sphere matchers, and the 'health' mechanic can be extremely confusing. Some enemy colors require multiple hits to destroy or need longer chains, which can be frustrating.”
    • “The controls feel unresponsive at times, making it difficult to execute combos effectively during gameplay.”
    • “There are frequent bugs that disrupt the gameplay experience, causing unexpected crashes and frustrating moments.”
  • music2 mentions

    The music in the game is highly praised, with many users noting the outstanding original soundtrack (OST) and its ability to complement the light narrative effectively. Overall, the music is considered a strong point, enhancing the overall experience.

    • “The OST is so good.”
    • “A very light story, with decent music as always.”
    • “The music is decent, but it feels very light and forgettable.”
    • “The soundtrack lacks depth and fails to enhance the overall experience.”
    • “While the music is okay, it doesn't leave a lasting impression.”
  • story1 mentions

    The story is described as very light, suggesting a lack of depth or complexity, while the music is noted to be decent, maintaining a consistent quality.

    • “The story feels very shallow and lacks depth.”
    • “The narrative is predictable and fails to engage the player.”
    • “There are too many plot holes that make it hard to follow the story.”
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