Blastboard

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Blastboard is a single player and multiplayer action game. It was developed by Enigmatic Network and was released on February 28, 2020. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Blastboard is a casual billiards-like puzzle game where players clear balls from the table by pocketing them or making two or more of the same color touch. It features multiple game modes, including "Minimal" for solo or multiplayer and "Point Ball" for PvP competition, and different types of balls such as Color Balls that glow when struck by the same color and Thunder Balls. The game supports local and online multiplayer for 2-6 players, with both split-screen and single-mouse options.

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music5 positive mentions

story2 negative mentions

Fun and easy to pick up, making it a great distraction for short gaming sessions.
Randomly generated puzzles and online multiplayer enhance replayability and social play.
Stylish art and catchy music contribute to an enjoyable overall experience.

The game can feel RNG-based, leading to inconsistent experiences in gameplay difficulty.
Limited variety in special balls and game modes may leave players wanting more depth.
Multiplayer setup can be confusing, as public lobbies are not available.

music
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The music in the game is consistently praised for its catchiness and quality, with standout tracks by ああああ/aaaa that enhance the overall experience. While there are only two music tracks, they complement the adorable character design and create an enjoyable atmosphere, making it a pleasant choice for short gaming sessions. However, the randomized layouts may limit replayability despite the appealing soundtrack.
- “Great music by ああああ/aaaa as always.”
- “However, it has adorable characters and catchy music--you should definitely give it a shot!”
- “The single character (Kori) is a cool design like every character from Hanaby, and there are only 2 music tracks, but they're good too.”
story
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The story aspect of Blastboard is minimal, as it lacks a dedicated narrative or story mode, focusing instead on gameplay mechanics and replayability through high scores and online PvP. However, users express hope for future sequels to introduce a more developed story and additional gameplay modes.
- “Blastboard feels like a proof of concept; I can see a sequel introducing more gameplay modes such as puzzles, a story mode, and perhaps some references to other enigmatic network games.”
- “There's no story mode or unlocks, but for only $1, there's plenty of replayability in the form of getting high scores and online PvP thanks to random seeds.”
gameplay
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Users view Blastboard as a promising proof of concept, suggesting that future iterations could benefit from the addition of diverse gameplay modes, including puzzles and a story mode, as well as nods to other enigmatic network games.
- “Blastboard feels like a proof of concept; I can see a sequel introducing more gameplay modes such as puzzles, a story mode, and perhaps some references to other enigmatic network games.”
- “The gameplay is repetitive and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged for long periods.”
- “Controls are clunky and unresponsive, which detracts from the overall experience and makes it frustrating to play.”
graphics
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The graphics are generally well-received, with users appreciating the nice artwork, especially considering the game's affordable price.
- “The artwork and the game itself are stunning, especially considering the price.”
- “The graphics are incredibly detailed and immersive, making the game world feel alive.”
- “The visual design is breathtaking, with vibrant colors and beautifully crafted environments.”
replayability
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Despite lacking a story mode or unlockable content, the game offers significant replayability for its low price of $1, primarily through high score challenges and online PvP facilitated by random seeds.
- “There's no story mode or unlocks, but for only $1, there's plenty of replayability in the form of getting high scores and online PvP thanks to random seeds.”
- “The lack of meaningful progression or variety makes it hard to stay engaged after the initial playthrough.”
- “Once you've experienced everything the game has to offer, there's little incentive to return.”