Cardbob
- August 1, 2023
- Mad Cookies Studio
- 5h median play time
Get on Steam"Cardbob" is a single-player Science Fiction Hack and Slash game that takes about 5 hours to beat. As Cardbob, a cardboard robot, you explore dungeons, collect items, and negotiate prices with NPC traders to sell your loot. Fight enemies, level up, and manage your shop in a sci-fi cardboard universe.
PC
Windows
Linux
Reviews
- The game features smooth and simple controls, making it enjoyable to play, with fun boss fights and a cozy cyberpunk vibe.
- It has a unique visual style and engaging gameplay, including a satisfying haggling mechanic and a variety of upgrades.
- The developers are responsive to feedback and actively work on updates, contributing to a polished and enjoyable experience.
- The game lacks significant variation in build paths and room designs, leading to a somewhat repetitive experience.
- The overall difficulty is on the easier side, which may not appeal to players looking for a more challenging roguelike experience.
- There are some balancing issues, particularly with melee being more powerful than ranged options, and a desire for more content and upgrades.
- gameplay22 mentions
- 45 % positive mentions
- 41 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally easy but features challenging bosses, complemented by a unique cardboard art style and a fun haggling mechanic. While the dynamic and catchy gameplay is praised for its creativity and music, some players note issues with balance, particularly the dominance of melee over ranged combat, and a lack of variety in rooms and upgrades. Overall, the game offers a refreshing experience, though it has room for improvement in gameplay systems.
“The gameplay is dynamic and refreshing, and it is complemented by excellent music.”
“The negotiating mechanic is really fun, and the bosses are well designed.”
“It looks and sounds great, with tons of character, clever boss designs, a funny haggle mechanic, and you get to play as a cardboard ninja in a world made out of cardboard.”
“I can't stand the design, the gameplay, the everything that those kinds of games can offer to me (besides art sometimes, but even that's rare).”
“It's such a broken mechanic right now, since you can basically abuse a simple trust system to always get 30+ credits more per item if you know what to do, but that doesn't mean it's bad in any way.”
“The gameplay overall is fairly easy but the bosses can be sometimes challenging.”
- graphics10 mentions
- 80 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are praised for their unique cardboard visuals and charming art style, which enhance the overall fun and engaging gameplay. Players appreciate the lovely graphics, catchy music, and the variety of entertaining enemies, contributing to a visually appealing experience.
“Very fun to play, lovely graphics and music.”
“Really nice art style, various enemies, and catchy gameplay.”
“I really like visuals, music, and enemies are very fun to beat.”
- music10 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is consistently praised for enhancing the overall experience, creating a captivating atmosphere that complements the dynamic gameplay. Reviewers highlight its quality as a key factor in making the game enjoyable and addictive, alongside the appealing visuals and engaging enemies.
“The gameplay is dynamic and refreshing, and it is complemented by excellent music.”
“Music also makes great atmosphere.”
“Pretty good controller feel, good music, creative enemies... it's addictive enough that you want to try it again right away.”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features a distinctive cardboard aesthetic that enhances its humor, complemented by clever gameplay elements such as a humorous haggle mechanic and inventive boss designs. Players enjoy the whimsical experience of navigating a world filled with character while embodying a cardboard ninja.
“It looks and sounds great, with tons of character, clever boss designs, a funny haggle mechanic, and you get to play as a cardboard ninja in a world made out of cardboard.”
“Unique visuals using cardboard and funny gameplay.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that the game lacks significant replay value, with multiple users expressing a consensus that there isn't much incentive to play it again after the initial experience.
“With that said, I don't see much of a replay value in this game.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is significantly enhanced by its music, which users consistently praise for creating an immersive experience.
“The music creates an incredible atmosphere that draws you into the game.”
“The ambient sounds and music work together to create a captivating atmosphere.”
“The atmosphere is enhanced by the haunting melodies that linger in the background.”
