Brickochet
- September 4, 2017
- Graham Garven
Get on Steam"Brickochet is a single-player action game that brings the classic brick breaker genre back to life with 100 unique levels and over 20 power-ups and power-downs. The game features a variety of colorful bricks with special abilities and precise ball aiming mechanics. With difficulty modes and Steam Achievements, Brickochet offers a simple yet challenging experience for fans of classic arcade games."
Reviews
- A nostalgic and fun brick breaker game that captures the essence of classic titles like DX-Ball.
- The game features a variety of power-ups and level designs that keep the gameplay engaging and enjoyable.
- It's a great value for the price, offering a good amount of content with 75 levels and a simple, straightforward gameplay experience.
- The game lacks saved progress, which can be frustrating for players who want to play in shorter sessions.
- Some power-ups can be overly punishing, leading to frustrating moments where players can lose lives unexpectedly.
- The visuals and music are considered bland by some players, lacking the polish and creativity found in other games in the genre.
- music16 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising its nostalgic 90's midi style and relaxing quality, while others find it repetitive or lacking in variety. While many appreciate how well the music fits the gameplay theme, a few tracks are noted as potentially annoying, and some players opted to turn the music off entirely. Overall, the soundtrack is seen as a notable feature, though opinions on its effectiveness vary.
“With a very nostalgic soundtrack too.”
“I adore everything about this game, the 90's midi music, the overall visual aesthetic, the gameplay (for the most part).”
“There's only a few music tracks in the game but they are both fun to listen to and also relaxing.”
“Downsides are the fact that there's no background, music is pretty meh and the fact that you can't save to continue with a set at a later date.”
“For the most part the music fits with the 'brick breaking theme,' but I find some tracks fall short and can get a tad annoying.”
“The music is in the game is either hit or miss for me.”
- gameplay8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Brickochet is described as a solid and nostalgic experience reminiscent of classic brick breaker games like Arkanoid, featuring accurate ball mechanics and a charming 90's aesthetic. However, it lacks the engaging mechanics and audiovisual feedback found in more modern titles, making it less recommendable unless players are specifically seeking a traditional experience in this genre. Overall, while enjoyable for fans of old-school gameplay, it may not stand out against its contemporaries.
“Mechanics perfect, if you like breakout games, this is the old school standard.”
“I adore everything about this game, the 90's midi music, the overall visual aesthetic, the gameplay (for the most part).”
“The gameplay is solid, especially the accuracy of the various angles the ball can hit off the paddle.”
“The gameplay is basically close to Arkanoid, but with a few things that don't fit, of course.”
“I can't comment on the music as unfortunately I had it turned off throughout my entire gameplay.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players finding them to be standard and uninspired, while others appreciate the nostalgic 90's aesthetic. Overall, the visuals are described as functional but lacking in creativity, with some levels feeling more like simple drawings than engaging designs.
“I adore everything about this game, the 90's midi music, the overall visual aesthetic, the gameplay (for the most part).”
“Visuals: great”
“It didn't help that the visuals are as bog-standard as possible, the music isn't very good, and half of the levels I saw were just drawing pictures with the bricks and not anything resembling an interesting level design.”
“As for the music and visuals, they work, and that's about it.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is well-optimized, providing a smooth performance with precise paddle controls.
“The game runs smoothly and the paddle is very accurate.”
“The optimization in this game is top-notch, allowing for seamless gameplay.”
“I appreciate how well the game performs on lower-end devices without sacrificing quality.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is considered highly enjoyable and offers a good level of replayability, encouraging players to return for more experiences.
“In the end, this game is highly enjoyable and has a great amount of replayability.”
