Blowy Fish

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Blowy Fish is a single player casual platformer game. It was developed by One Man Band Games and was released on June 1, 2015. It received neutral reviews from players.

Blowy Fish is an animated 2D physics platformer with slingshot controls. Pull a grumpy blowfish by its tail to make it jump forward through increasingly difficult levels or compete for high scores in classic endless mode.

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Single-Player

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48%

Audience ScoreBased on 33 reviews

emotional1 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game is simple and can be amusing for short bursts, making it a decent time-waster.
It features customizable skins and a variety of obstacles, which can add some fun to the gameplay.
Some players found it surprisingly enjoyable and likened it to a casual mobile game experience.

The controls are poorly designed, making gameplay frustrating and unresponsive.
There is a lack of guidance, with no tutorial or help, leading to confusion about how to play.
Many players feel the game is a low-quality cash grab, comparing it unfavorably to free mobile games.

gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
28%
43%
The gameplay has received largely negative feedback, with many users comparing it unfavorably to Angry Birds due to its lack of depth, poor controls, and repetitive mechanics. While some appreciate the creative elements and the simple drag-and-launch mechanics, overall, the experience is marred by dull graphics and a lack of engaging content.
- “Gameplay is simple: you drag and launch a blowfish through an obstacle-filled cavern divided into stages.”
- “I appreciate the creative effort that went into the comedy and (surprisingly) deep gameplay, in that you can use seaweed to hang from the ceiling for a better vantage point, among other things.”
- “The game has no redeeming qualities; the gameplay is nonexistent.”
- “Cons: control sucks, visually dull, repetitive gameplay.”
- “Not satisfying enough due to bad graphics and gameplay.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The music in the game is described as surprisingly well-crafted, featuring a mix of goofy sound effects and elevator music that adds charm to the experience. While some may find it "so bad it's good," it ultimately enhances the game's quirky aesthetic and is considered a worthwhile addition for its low price.
- “The soundtrack was surprisingly well put together from freely available elevator music.”
- “That accompanied by the goofy music and sound effects make it well worth $2, though I'd probably have paid $5.”
- “If you'd like a random procedurally generated Dark Souls for clicker addicts with ridiculously cute graphics and music so bad it's good...”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
67%
The graphics are described as simple and appealing, particularly for a younger audience, with a cute aesthetic that complements the gameplay. However, some users find them lacking in quality, feeling that they do not meet expectations, especially in conjunction with frustrating gameplay elements. Overall, the visuals are a mixed bag, offering charm but not necessarily depth or sophistication.
- “The graphics are simple and fun, making them appropriate for children.”
- “The game features ridiculously cute graphics that enhance the overall experience.”
- “Not satisfying enough due to bad graphics and gameplay.”
- “Warning: absolutely not for you if you hate death by mine, death by sea urchin, and restarting levels over and over and over and over. If you'd like a random procedurally generated Dark Souls for clicker addicts with ridiculously cute graphics and music so bad it's good, and Michael Bay explosions via blowfish and blowing up boxes that are literally filled with junk?”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
100%
The game's replayability is primarily driven by a minigame that players engage in after dying, allowing them to earn items to customize their fish. However, this mechanic is seen as a common feature in free mobile games, suggesting that the replay value may not be particularly robust or innovative.
- “The game offers a unique minigame after each death, allowing players to earn items to customize their fish, which adds a fun layer of replayability.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh due to the variety of items and customization options available, making me want to dive back in for more.”
- “The engaging mechanics and the chance to improve my skills keep me coming back for another round.”
- “After you die, you have to play a minigame to get items to dress the fish up in, which I guess is what qualifies as 'replay value' in free mobile games like this one.”
- “The lack of meaningful content and variety makes it hard to find a reason to replay the game after finishing it once.”
- “Once you've completed the main storyline, there's little incentive to dive back in, as the gameplay feels repetitive and lacks depth.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game lacks a narrative, with users noting that there is no story to engage with.
- “There's no story.”
- “The narrative feels disjointed and lacks coherence.”
- “Character development is shallow, making it hard to connect with anyone.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express frustration over the game's mechanics, particularly how touching the side of spikes leads to death, which adds an emotional layer of tension and anxiety to gameplay. This design choice heightens the stakes and can evoke strong feelings of disappointment and urgency during challenging moments.
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in Blowy Fish is highlighted as simple yet effective, with players enjoying the game's comedic elements and customizable skins that add to the fun.
- “Blowy Fish is a very simple, low-cost game with very funny customizable skins.”