Big Tower Tiny Square

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Big Tower Tiny Square is a single player casual platformer game. It was developed by EvilObjective and was released on March 26, 2021. It received very positive reviews from players.

"Big ICE Tower Tiny Square Free" is an enhanced version of the original game, now available on Steam with added features like leaderboards, achievements, and new power-ups. Players control a tiny square, navigating through a big ice tower by jumping, wall-jumping, and swimming, while avoiding obstacles and reaching checkpoints. The game offers both keyboard and controller support, and includes a walkthrough for assistance.

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93%

Audience ScoreBased on 91 reviews

music3 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

Fun and challenging platformer with solid level design and engaging gameplay.
Great for speedrunning and has a unique sense of humor that adds to the experience.
Affordable price for a game that offers 1-2 hours of enjoyable gameplay with a good difficulty curve.

Some players find certain levels excessively difficult, leading to frustration.
The game has been criticized for being too similar to its free online version, making the purchase feel unnecessary.
Controls can be inconsistent at times, affecting the precision needed for platforming.

music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally praised for being enjoyable and engaging, with many users noting that it enhances the overall experience. However, some players mentioned that the soundtrack loops every 30 seconds, which can detract from the immersion. Overall, the music is considered a strong point, contributing to the game's fun and challenging atmosphere.
- “The music is magnanimous.”
- “The soundtrack really bops, and when you play the game, it's hard to think that it's only 1 dollar.”
- “An awesome soundtrack keeps you in the groove.”
- “The soundtrack is pretty neat; too bad that it loops every 30 seconds.”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is generally described as engaging and enjoyable, with a mix of humor and cheekiness, though it is not the primary focus. While some players found the narrative to be minimal or non-existent, the optional dialogue adds a nice touch to the overall experience. Overall, the story complements the fun and challenging platforming gameplay.
- “Fun platformer, intuitive controls, engaging story, and easy to play.”
- “Great platformer, fun, challenging, and fair; the story is cool too, although the focus isn't on the story.”
- “A cool and random storyline, but really fun and enjoyable!”
- “The story is very nonexistent, but it's cheeky and the optional dialogue is a nice touch.”
- “The plot feels disjointed and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “Character development is minimal, leaving the story feeling flat and uninteresting.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is engaging and enjoyable, drawing comparisons to challenging titles like Super Meat Boy and Jello Escape, with a solid duration of 1-2 hours for its price. However, some players noted an additional 20 minutes of non-gameplay that detracted from the overall experience.
- “The gameplay is what makes the game fun.”
- “I think I could compare this to Super Meat Boy in terms of its mechanics and difficulty, although I would prefer to compare it to Jello Escape on Coolmath Games (I love to know if someone knows what I'm talking about).”
- “My playtime with this game was extended by about 20 minutes of non-gameplay for no reason.”
- “For the price, you can't go wrong with the 1-2 hours of gameplay.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are simple yet visually appealing, featuring a clean art style that complements the gameplay. While not groundbreaking, they effectively enhance the overall experience.
- “Awesome little game, great controls and a nice clean art style.”
- “The graphics aren't much, but they aren't unappealing to look at.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's humor is noted for its uniqueness and subtlety, providing a refreshing change that complements its simple controls. Players appreciate the lighthearted tone, which enhances the overall experience, particularly with the engaging "one more checkpoint" feel.
- “The sense of humor is unique, and it has that 'one more checkpoint' feel.”
- “I really like the simple controls, and the subtle humor is a nice change.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization model of the game is praised for its absence of microtransactions, indicating a player-friendly approach that enhances the overall experience without the pressure to spend additional money.
- “There are 0% microtransactions, which makes the game feel fair and enjoyable.”
- “I appreciate that the game has no microtransactions; it allows me to fully immerse myself without distractions.”
- “The absence of microtransactions is refreshing and adds to the overall experience.”
- “The game is riddled with microtransactions that feel exploitative.”
- “I can't enjoy the game without being bombarded by constant prompts to spend money.”
- “The monetization model is frustrating and takes away from the overall experience.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players report that the game evokes strong emotions, with many expressing that it brought them to tears, highlighting its impactful storytelling and character development.
- “It made me cry.”
- “The story touched my heart deeply.”
- “I felt a strong connection to the characters and their struggles.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers highlight that the game's solid level design and challenging gameplay contribute to its replayability, making it a worthwhile experience given its content and price.
- “The level design is solid and challenging, offering plenty of content that makes it highly replayable for the price.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh due to the variety of choices and paths available, enhancing the overall replayability.”
- “The game encourages multiple runs with its diverse character builds and unlockable content, making it a joy to replay.”
- “The level design is solid and challenging, but I found the overall replayability lacking after a few runs.”
- “While the game has decent content, I don't feel motivated to replay it once I've completed the main objectives.”
- “After finishing the game, I realized there isn't much incentive to go back and play through it again.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The stability of the game is characterized by a mix of speedrunning opportunities and the presence of glitches and exploits, indicating that while the game may have some performance issues, it also offers unique gameplay experiences for those willing to navigate its quirks.
- “The game is riddled with glitches that ruin the experience.”
- “I encountered numerous crashes that made it impossible to progress.”
- “Exploits are everywhere, making the game feel unstable and unpolished.”