BOOMEROAD

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"BOOMEROAD is a single-player Action game featuring masterful gameplay and lots of grinding. As the character Boomy, players slide along boomerang rails they create in an ancient ruin sky setting, overcoming obstacles and aiming for the Ancient Tower. Test your skills in TimeAttackMode, aiming for efficient routes and skillful boomerang handling."

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Play Modes

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

95%

Audience ScoreBased on 374 reviews

gameplay48 positive mentions

grinding14 negative mentions

The core gameplay mechanic of using a boomerang to create paths in the air is unique and fun, providing a liberating experience.
The game has a charming atmosphere and good graphics, making it visually appealing despite its short length.
As a free game, it offers a satisfying experience with potential for expansion into a full-fledged title, and many players are eager for more content.

The game is very short, with only two levels and around 30 minutes of playtime, leaving players wanting more.
Movement controls can feel sluggish and clunky, detracting from the overall gameplay experience.
The level design and gameplay mechanics need refinement, as some players found the boomerang aiming and rail creation to be awkward and imprecise.

gameplay
114 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
54%
4%
The gameplay of Boomeroad features a unique boomerang mechanic that allows players to create rails for grinding, which is generally well-received for its fun and innovative concept. However, many reviewers note that the execution is somewhat lacking, with awkward movement and limited control over the boomerang's trajectory, suggesting that the game feels more like a mechanic showcase than a fully realized experience. Despite its short length and some design flaws, the core gameplay is seen as solid and has potential for further development into a more polished title.
- “The core mechanic of throwing a boomerang to create paths in the air is pretty easy to grasp.”
- “Fun mechanics and has the potential for a high skill ceiling title with some refinement.”
- “This game could actually be a fantastic platformer, the boomerang-rail mechanic is really nice overall and provides quite a lot of freedom to the player.”
- “The gameplay admittedly doesn't take full advantage of its 'draw your own rail to grind on' conceit - you don't actually have that much control over the boomerang's trajectory, so in practice, you're mainly either using it as a super jump or to flip switches - but for a free game that takes maybe half an hour to complete, it's fun enough.”
- “It feels like you are fighting against the core game mechanic to play the game.”
- “Boomeroad is pretty much in the awkward middle of doronkowanko and nottolot (the other two games of the Bandai Namco studio's rookie training program), and that's because Boomeroad, while being in concept a fun and unique 3D action game, I think the game design isn't very good...? I kind of wish that Boomeroad looked at how Rodea: The Sky Soldier on Wii did its 3D action game flying gameplay, but sadly flying is a lot more awkward in Boomeroad.”
story
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
12%
77%
12%
The story in this game is generally considered minimal and underdeveloped, with many users expressing a desire for more depth and additional levels to enhance the narrative experience. While some players feel that a strong story isn't essential for enjoyment, there is a consensus that the current version lacks substance and could benefit from future expansions. Overall, the potential for a more engaging story is recognized, with hopes for a sequel or full release that addresses these shortcomings.
- “In terms of the story/adventure, this is why I now want a sequel.”
- “I'd like to see a complete version with more levels and story of this.”
- “It has potential; I hope they're going to make it a full game with a story.”
- “The story was meh overall.”
- “It's more the vague impression of a story than anything.”
- “The story on this early access version is kinda lacking, but I guess not every good/fun game needs a superb story anyways.”
graphics
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
59%
14%
The graphics are generally well-received, described as clear, nice, and cute, with a simple anime-like style that some players appreciate while others feel could benefit from a more dynamic overhaul. Many reviewers suggest that the visuals are pretty and immersive, but there is a desire for a more vibrant and energetic aesthetic, reminiscent of 90's anime, to enhance the overall experience. Overall, while the graphics are deemed satisfactory, there is room for improvement to elevate the game's visual appeal.
- “Clear and nice graphics.”
- “I like the character design, the sound effects are really good and the visuals are pretty.”
- “[b]literally awesome[/b], the graphics are really cute and the sound is immersive.”
- “That being said, I think if you want to turn this into a full game (I assume you released this demo for market research), the aesthetics need a bottom to top overhaul.”
- “If we're talking about graphics, this game presents quite neatly, just a fairly simple style with anime-like characters - someone may like it, someone may not.”
- “That is rather extensive artwork for a game this brief.”
grinding
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
88%
Players find the rail grinding mechanics intriguing but note that the experience can feel slow and cumbersome, with rails often being too short to fully engage with the controls. While the concept of creating your own rails is unique, many feel that adjustments to the physics and speed could enhance the overall gameplay. Overall, the grinding aspect evokes nostalgia for classic games but leaves room for improvement.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Rail grinding is a bit slow; it could be faster.”
- “The actual boomerang throwing and grinding speed feels a little slow.”
music
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
42%
25%
The music in the game is praised for its beauty and ability to create a serene atmosphere, though some players feel it lacks the upbeat and fast-paced energy needed to match the vibrant visuals and gameplay. While the soundtrack is generally appreciated, there is a desire for more dynamic compositions that enhance the overall experience rather than relying on generic fantasy themes.
- “The art and music is very beautiful and lend the game a unique, serene atmosphere.”
- “The music should be upbeat and fast-paced to give players that rush as they speed through vividly-colored areas with strong aesthetic design.”
- “Nice music too.”
- “The music should be upbeat and fast-paced to give players that rush as they speed through vividly colored areas with strong aesthetic design.”
- “Generic fantasy environments with a peaceful background OST won't really cut it.”
- “That's fine, I don't think anybody expected a Sonic Colors-tier OST to accompany AAA level design for a 20-minute demo.”
character development
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews highlight that while the character design is visually appealing and well-received, there is a consensus that character development may take a backseat to gameplay in this smaller game. Overall, the focus seems to be more on aesthetics rather than deep character progression.
- “I like the character design, the sound effects are really good and the visuals are pretty.”
- “Cool character design and sliding by making road with boomerang.”
- “Nevertheless, the character design is appealing, and prioritizing gameplay in a small game is understandable.”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
33%
17%
The atmosphere of the game is generally praised for its charm, with beautiful art and music contributing to a unique and serene experience. However, some users feel that it can come across as a bit dry at times, despite the engaging mechanics.
- “The atmosphere is charming.”
- “The art and music are very beautiful and lend the game a unique, serene atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere is enchanting and immersive, drawing players into its world.”
- “The atmosphere seemed a little dry, but the mechanics themselves are cool as hell.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
150%
Overall, the game's optimization is generally satisfactory, with only minor issues such as occasional lag and some awkward translations noted by users. These concerns are considered minimal and do not significantly detract from the overall experience.
- “Some oddly translated lines here and there, a few lags that need optimization, but really, it's no big deal.”
- “Some oddly translated lines here and there, a few lags that need optimization.”
- “The game suffers from performance issues that detract from the overall experience.”
- “There are noticeable frame drops and stuttering that need to be addressed for smoother gameplay.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game offers some replayability through its time attack mode, appealing to speedrun enthusiasts. However, players express a desire for increased difficulty in the adventure mode to enhance replay value further.
- “Time attack mode adds a layer of replayability for speedrun enthusiasts, though I wish the adventure mode offered a bit more challenge.”
- “Time attack mode should provide some replayability for speedrun enthusiasts, but I wish the adventure mode was a bit more challenging.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is noted for its humor, featuring amusing elements alongside Genshin Impact-style jumping puzzles. Players appreciate the addition of unique mechanics, such as creating skate roads with a boomerang, which enhances the comedic experience.
- “A funny game with Genshin-like jumping puzzles, but with new functionality like a skate-road that you create using your boomerang.”
- “A humorous experience that combines Genshin-style puzzles with unique mechanics, such as creating skate roads with a boomerang.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
Users report significant stability issues, including severe frame time stutters and freezing, particularly towards the end of stage 2, which detracts from the overall gameplay experience and can make the game nearly unplayable.
- “I experienced some pretty horrific frame time and stutters towards the end of stage 2, along with freezes that almost rendered the game unplayable.”
- “I encountered significant frame time issues and stutters towards the end of stage 2, with freezes that nearly made the game unplayable.”
- “The game had severe frame time problems and stutters in stage 2, resulting in freezes that almost made it impossible to play.”