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."
PC
Windows
Reviews
- A nostalgic and fun brick breaker game that captures the essence of classic titles like DX-Ball and Arkanoid.
- The game features a variety of power-ups and level designs that keep the gameplay engaging and enjoyable.
- It's a great value for its price, offering a good amount of content with 75 levels and a level select feature.
- The game lacks saved progress, which can be inconvenient for players who prefer shorter gaming sessions.
- Some power-ups can be frustrating, particularly the negative ones that can lead to instant death or hinder gameplay.
- The visuals and music are considered bland and generic, lacking the polish found in other games in the genre.
- music32 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 66 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising its nostalgic 90's midi style and relaxing tracks, while others find it repetitive or annoying. Although the music complements the gameplay, opinions vary on its overall quality, with some tracks being described as enjoyable and others as lackluster. Players appreciate the option to change or turn off the music, allowing for a customizable experience.
“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 in the game is either hit or miss for me.”
- gameplay16 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Brickochet is described as a solid and enjoyable experience, reminiscent of classic brick breaker games like Arkanoid, with precise mechanics and a nostalgic 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 the gameplay is good, it may not stand out against its contemporaries.
“Mechanics perfect, if you like breakout games, this is the old school standard.”
“The gameplay is solid, especially the accuracy of the various angles the ball can hit off the paddle.”
“I adore everything about this game, the 90's midi music, the overall visual aesthetic, the gameplay (for the most part).”
“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.”
- graphics10 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the nostalgic aesthetic and overall visual appeal, while others criticize them as generic and uninspired. Many noted that the visuals do not enhance the gameplay experience, often feeling simplistic and lacking in creativity. Overall, the graphics are described as functional but not particularly impressive.
“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.”
“The graphics are uninspired and fail to create an engaging atmosphere.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is well-optimized, running smoothly with precise paddle controls, contributing to an enjoyable gameplay experience.
“The game runs smoothly and the paddle is very accurate.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is noted for its high enjoyment factor and offers a good level of replayability, making it appealing for players to revisit.
“In the end, this game is highly enjoyable and has a pretty good amount of replayability.”
