Burn It Down

About

"Burn It Down" is a side-scrolling puzzle platformer with unique gameplay, using only left and right arrow keys to navigate. Players search for their kidnapped love in a grim mansion, uncovering truths that will change their relationship. The game boasts beautiful pixel art, captivating voiceovers, and a surprising, intimate storyline. Time Magazine praises its innovative controls and haunted mansion exploration. Dive into this plot-heavy, atmospheric experience.

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Play Modes

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

79%

Audience ScoreBased on 39 reviews

story3 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game features unique movement mechanics that require players to build momentum for jumps, adding a fresh twist to platforming.
It offers a challenging experience that can be rewarding for those who enjoy difficult games, with a mix of horror and puzzle elements.
The achievements are engaging and encourage replayability, making it appealing for achievement hunters.

The controls can be frustrating, particularly the auto-jump mechanic, which some players find detrimental to the gameplay experience.
Hitboxes and timing of obstacles are inconsistent, leading to moments of unfair difficulty that can detract from enjoyment.
The narrative and overall design feel disjointed, with many elements not fully coming together to create a cohesive experience.

story
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The game's story features a cute yet slightly creepy narrative with meta elements reminiscent of "Braid," incorporating a plumber-and-princess reference. While some find the plot simple and humorous, others criticize it for being cliched and lacking depth, suggesting that the goofy voiceovers detract from the overall experience.
- “A cute little game with a slightly creepy story and puzzle-platforming.”
- “The story is a kind of meta (Braid-ish) with a plumber-and-princess reference, but I cannot say much about the plot yet.”
- “The plot is simple and quite funny; there is no deep meaning in it.”
- “It tries to have something like a story, but it's so cliched and the voiceovers are so goofy that it would be better if they never bothered.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by unique movement mechanics that require players to build up speed for jumps and wall bounces, creating a challenging yet engaging experience. While it can be frustrating at times, the simple yet hardcore platforming elements provide a fun distraction. Overall, the game offers a fresh take on the platformer genre.
- “Great game! At times it can be very frustrating, but it helps take your mind off things, and it was fun to play with such unique movement mechanics.”
- “A simple but nifty mini hardcore platformer with a cool mechanic: you cannot jump but need to build up speed; jump series and wall bounces are then triggered automatically.”
- “Burn It Down is a small platformer with unique mechanics.”
- “The controls feel unresponsive, making it frustrating to navigate through levels.”
- “The gameplay lacks depth, leading to repetitive and uninspired experiences.”
- “The level design is confusing, often resulting in players getting lost or stuck.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are noted for their simplicity, yet they are complemented by strong art direction, contributing to an overall positive visual experience. While some users find the graphics to be a weak point, others appreciate their quality in relation to the game's affordability and challenge.
- “It is a very good game, has good graphics, a great art direction, has a voice actor, and is very challenging, and last: very cheap!”
- “The graphics are as simple as they come, lacking any depth or detail.”
- “The visuals are underwhelming and fail to impress, making the overall experience feel flat.”
- “The art style is outdated and doesn't hold up to modern standards, leaving the game feeling unpolished.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is widely regarded as very funny, featuring a simple plot that delivers humor without any deep meaning. Players appreciate its lightheartedness and comedic elements.
- “Very funny game.”
- “The plot is simple and quite funny; there is no deep meaning in it.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be frustrating and tedious, yet acknowledge that it offers a challenging experience that may appeal to those who enjoy such gameplay. The pursuit of achievements adds an additional layer of difficulty.
- “This game is so frustrating and just tedious at times, but challenging games are what I live for. If it's up your alley, play it; these achievements, though, are crazy.”
- “The grinding in this game feels endless and often pointless, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I find the repetitive nature of grinding to be a major turn-off; it detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
atmosphere
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The atmosphere is generally regarded as cool, contributing positively to the overall experience of the game.
- “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive and captivating.”
- “The game's atmosphere draws you in and makes you feel part of the world.”
- “The hauntingly beautiful atmosphere creates a sense of tension and wonder.”