Blue Fire: Void Maker

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Create, Play and Share the Voids of Your Wildest DreamsBlue Fire's 3D action-adventure platforming keeps growing in the new Blue Fire: Void Maker! But this time, it's all up to you. Discover the Void Maker, a full fledged 3D platforming level creator flooded with tools, assets, and so many options that open up a world of endless possibilities. Connect with other players, share your creations, br…

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

77%

Audience ScoreBased on 52 reviews

atmosphere3 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and extensive level editor, allowing for creative freedom and the ability to create unique platforming experiences.
It's free to play, making it accessible to a wide audience and allowing players to experiment without financial commitment.
The character movement is highly praised for being responsive and enjoyable, reminiscent of classic platformers.

The game suffers from poor execution and a lack of polish, with frustrating menus and a buggy experience that detracts from gameplay.
User-generated content is often of low quality, and the discovery system for finding good levels is inadequate.
Controls can be awkward and imprecise, making level creation and gameplay less enjoyable for some players.

gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
25%
38%
The gameplay in "Blue Fire" offers a mix of tech-focused challenges and casual levels, which may not fully showcase its mechanics to new players. While the basic mechanics are considered adequate, the game provides a solid tutorial and allows for level creation with various assets, enhancing the experience. The addition of DLC introduces new mechanics, making the gameplay more engaging and enjoyable for those who explore its features.
- “A good way to experience some of the mechanics of the real game, gives a quick tutorial then allows you to play and create levels with tons of assets.”
- “It has the ability to create levels with even Metroidvania style elements, where as you progress you unlock the various movement mechanics and unlock the next challenge.”
- “The DLC added new mechanics to play with, so being able to use those as well plus new ones is super fun!”
- “Basic game mechanics are just 'fine'.”
- “Editor for a 3D platformer with mechanics in place and some free levels, but no story or anything tied in, just some levels?”
- “I wanted to try Blue Fire to see if I would like the gameplay, and now that I gave a couple of levels a quick whirl, I'm sold.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The story aspect of the game is largely criticized for its absence, with players noting that it lacks a cohesive narrative or progression, instead offering a disjointed experience focused on level creation. Many feel that the game functions more as a tool for building levels rather than delivering a meaningful story, leaving users disappointed by the lack of engaging content.
- “I thought it was a DLC story, but you make levels instead.”
- “Editor for a 3D platformer with mechanics in place and some free levels, but no story—nothing tied in, just some levels?”
- “Void maker can stand on its own separate from the main game with no story or progression due to this movement; it feels that good.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
Overall, users report mixed stability experiences with the game; while the core gameplay is smooth and mostly bug-free, there are significant issues with bugs affecting level design and a lackluster menu system. As of July 2023, these glitches have detracted from the overall experience for some players.
- “The game runs smoothly and is mostly bug-free.”
- “I appreciate the stability of the game; it rarely crashes or glitches.”
- “The overall performance is impressive, providing a stable gaming experience.”
- “Additionally, as of July 2023, the game is still very buggy.”
- “It felt pretty bad to see my carefully designed level so thoroughly ruined by those glitches.”
- “The current menus for browsing levels in the game are very bare bones and a bit buggy.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The music in the game received mixed feedback, with some players finding it enjoyable and well-composed, while others expressed dissatisfaction, particularly with a specific timer song that they found memorable in a negative way. Overall, opinions on the music vary from great to merely acceptable.
- “The music is great.”
- “Nice music.”
- “Also, that timer song will be stuck in my nightmares for a long time.”
- “Music was okay, I guess?”
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users report significant issues with graphics performance, including lag and error messages indicating that the application is blocked from accessing graphics hardware, leading to concerns about potential malware.
- “It also makes my laptop lag, gave me a popup about 'application has been blocked from accessing graphics hardware,' and I'm questioning if I just bought a virus.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
300%
The monetization model is praised for being entirely free, with no microtransactions or in-app purchases, which enhances the overall user experience and reflects a solid game design.
- “I mean, it's a great concept built on what seems a super solid base, with intuitive menus and no microtransactions or in-app purchases, for free?”
- “The monetization model feels exploitative, pushing players to spend money to enjoy the game fully.”
- “It's frustrating that essential features are locked behind paywalls, making it hard to progress without spending real money.”
- “The constant prompts to purchase in-game currency detract from the overall experience and make it feel like a cash grab.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The atmosphere of the game is characterized by a calming, melancholic vibe that evokes a sense of being a lost soul, creating an immersive and reflective experience for players.
- “It has a calming, atmospheric vibe that evokes a sense of lost souls wandering through a dreamlike landscape.”
- “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into a world that feels both haunting and beautiful.”
- “Every corner of the game is filled with a rich ambiance that enhances the storytelling and emotional depth.”