Boxman's Struggle
- January 24, 2020
- OneBlock
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Reviews
- The game features interesting mechanics and level design that provide a satisfying challenge for players who enjoy difficult platformers.
- Many players find the game to be a fun and engaging experience, especially if they are fans of similar titles like 'Getting Over It'.
- The game is well-crafted and offers a sense of accomplishment when overcoming obstacles, making it worth the low price.
- The game suffers from unbalanced difficulty, particularly in the early stages, leading to frustration and repeated failures.
- Inconsistent physics and jump mechanics can make certain obstacles feel unfair and random, detracting from the overall experience.
- Some players feel that the lack of a narrative or deeper purpose makes the game less engaging over time.
- gameplay13 mentions
- 46 % positive mentions
- 31 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The gameplay features unique and interesting mechanics that can be fun, but many players find it unbalanced, particularly in the early stages. While mastering the controls may take some time, the overall experience is satisfying, though some mechanics, like the clouds at the end, are seen as inconsistent and difficult to grasp. Despite a lack of narrative depth, the gameplay remains engaging for those who enjoy challenging climbing experiences.
“The mechanics are pretty unique.”
“Overall, if you enjoyed the gameplay of Goi, this one should be very familiar to you, although it does take some liberties to introduce interesting gameplay mechanics and obstacles for a unique experience.”
“Actually, very good game with awesome gameplay.”
“The game mechanics are just very inconsistent.”
“They're a mechanic that's not used anywhere else and they are very difficult to understand; even after beating the game, they still seem inconsistent.”
“The gameplay is more simple, though still a bit hard to master in the end.”
- story4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's story aspect is polarizing; some players feel it lacks a narrative entirely, comparing it to endless runner games, while others praise it for having an epic storyline.
“The story is epic.”
“This game has no story.”
“It's like playing 'Temple Run' for the story.”
- music3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The music in the game has been noted as a weak point, with reviewers highlighting a limited soundtrack and the absence of commentary or narration, which detracts from the overall experience compared to previous titles.
“The music creates an immersive atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.”
“I love how the soundtrack complements the gameplay, making every moment feel epic.”
“The absence of a narrator allows the music to shine, letting it tell the story on its own.”
“Really the only area I felt this game was lacking compared to others was the limited soundtrack and lack of commentary.”
“Also, there is no narrator, just the music.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are considered unimportant by users, suggesting that gameplay takes precedence over visual quality.
“The graphics are outdated and lack detail.”
“The visual style feels cheap and unpolished.”
“The environments are bland and uninspired, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users highlight that the game offers infinite replayability, suggesting that players can enjoy it repeatedly without diminishing returns.
“The game is infinitely replayable, offering new experiences with each playthrough.”
“Every run feels fresh and exciting, making it hard to put down.”
“The variety of choices and outcomes ensures that no two playthroughs are ever the same.”
