Blender Bros

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The player is Blender, the fearless leader of the Cosmo Keepers. He is determined to save the galaxy from the evil, but cute Zooligans. He has a huge set of ears that he can use for sonar (for figuring out where to go in a level), to fly for a short period of time, or to hit enemies with his signature spin move. In the game, he uses Mini Bros. to help him. They all have special abilities that var…

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55%

Audience ScoreBased on 6 reviews

graphics1 positive mentions

Charming visuals and character designs, reminiscent of classic platformers, with upbeat music that enhances the overall experience.
Engaging gameplay with a variety of abilities from the main character and Mini Bros, adding depth and replay value to the short levels.
Simple and precise controls that are easy to pick up, making the game accessible for players of all skill levels.

The provided emulation setup is poor, with display issues and a lack of customization options, detracting from the experience.
The translation is dry and lacks personality, which contrasts with the game's charming graphics and may detract from the narrative experience.
The game is relatively short, which may not appeal to all players, and the price point is considered high for the content offered.

graphics
6 mentions
17 % positive mentions
83 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The graphics are characterized by charming pre-rendered visuals that evoke nostalgia, reminiscent of classic titles like Donkey Kong Country and Klonoa. The cartoony art style, complete with black outlines, enhances the overall experience, making the characters feel adorable and the game enjoyable. While the translation may lack personality, the vibrant graphics and upbeat music contribute to a delightful and familiar atmosphere.
- “The visuals are pre-rendered, in a fashion reminiscent of the likes of Donkey Kong Country, Klonoa: Door to Phantomile, and Tomba!”
- “It's cool innocent fun, and with the cartoony pre-rendered models with black outlines aesthetic and the happy upbeat tunes... it makes me feel like I'm playing someone else's childhood.”
- “I love the art style of the characters.”
- “The visuals are pre-rendered, in a fashion reminiscent of the likes of Donkey Kong Country, Klonoa: Door to Phantomile, and Tomba!”
- “That's why the graphics, sound, and everything felt so... oddly familiar to me.”
- “It's cool innocent fun, and with the cartoony pre-rendered models with black outlines aesthetic and the happy upbeat tunes... it makes me feel like I'm playing someone else's childhood.”
music
5 mentions
20 % positive mentions
80 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as upbeat and fitting, complementing the adorable graphics and overall tone. Players appreciate the cute sound effects and the unique mechanic of evolving characters through music discs purchased in the shop, enhancing the gameplay experience. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's charm and enjoyment.
- “The music is upbeat, and the sound effects are cute and fitting, perfectly complementing the game's look and tone.”
- “Graphics were great, music was awesome, and the characters were all super adorable. Nothing in the game ever felt too frustrating (except some bosses).”
- “You can 'evolve' them by letting them listen to music by purchasing music discs from the shop.”
- “You can 'evolve' them by letting them listen to music by purchasing music discs from the shop.”
- “Music as feeding them.”
story
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
100 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The story follows Blender, an "animalman" leading the Cosmo Keepers in a battle against the villainous Zooligans, who aim to eradicate humanity. Key narrative moments are highlighted during intense jackbatlar fights and militar/bomb race missions.
- “The story follows an 'Animalman' named Blender, who leads a team known as the Cosmo Keepers in their quest to prevent a malicious group called the Zooligans from wiping out humanity.”
- “The narrative is particularly engaging during the Jackbatlar fights and the military/bomb race missions.”
- “The story follows an 'Animalman' named Blender, who leads a team known as the Cosmo Keepers in an effort to prevent a malicious group called the Zooligans from wiping out humanity.”
- “The narrative is particularly lacking during the Jackbatlar fights and the military/bomb race missions.”
- “The plot feels disjointed and fails to engage the player, making it difficult to invest in the characters or their motivations.”
gameplay
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
100 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The gameplay features a mix of sidescrolling action with occasional into-the-screen driving sections, including jet-bike rides, which add variety and break up the overall experience.
- “He even rides a jet bike in some into-the-screen driving sections, which break up the side-scrolling gameplay occasionally.”
- “The gameplay is incredibly engaging, with a perfect balance of action and strategy that keeps you on your toes.”
- “I love how the game seamlessly blends different gameplay styles, making each level feel fresh and exciting.”
- “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “The controls are unresponsive, leading to frustrating moments during gameplay.”
- “The pacing of the game is inconsistent, with some sections dragging on while others feel rushed.”
replayability
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
100 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game offers decent replayability due to its emphasis on exploration and the collection of mini characters with unique skills, despite the generally short map lengths. Players may find themselves revisiting levels to fully experience the different abilities and enhance their gameplay.
- “A short but sweet, cute, and friendly Game Boy-style 2D action platformer that emphasizes exploration. The ability to collect mini bros with different skills adds significant replay value, as the maps are usually very short.”
- “The game offers a delightful mix of exploration and collection, making each playthrough feel fresh. The variety of mini bros with unique abilities encourages players to revisit levels for new experiences.”
- “With its charming graphics and engaging gameplay, the replayability is enhanced by the different skills of the mini bros, allowing players to approach levels in various ways.”
- “The game is short but sweet, featuring a cute and friendly Game Boy-style 2D action platformer. While it emphasizes exploration and collecting mini characters with different skills, the maps are usually very short, which limits the overall replay value.”
- “Despite the charming graphics and gameplay, the lack of substantial content means that once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to return for another playthrough.”
- “The game offers a fun experience initially, but the repetitive nature of the levels and the absence of meaningful choices make it hard to justify replaying.”