Caromble!
- August 26, 2015
- Crimson Owl Studios
Get on SteamThis is not just another brick breaker game. This is Caromble!, a fresh new take on the brick break game! Free the corrupted world and fight evil with physics-based destruction, puzzles, explosions, skill-levels, power-ups, mayhem, more explosions, further puzzles, speedruns, superscore medals, unlockable challenges and some surprises you would't expect in a brick breaker game. Brick break your wa…
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Reviews
- Caromble! offers a fresh and captivating take on the classic brick-breaking genre, featuring innovative mechanics, stunning graphics, and a fun steampunk aesthetic.
- The game is challenging yet rewarding, with a well-designed physics engine that enhances gameplay and provides a satisfying sense of destruction.
- The developers show great dedication and passion for the project, creating a game that feels polished and engaging, with a variety of levels and unique power-ups.
- Some levels can be frustratingly difficult, with a steep learning curve that may deter casual players, especially when losing progress after multiple attempts.
- The game suffers from occasional technical issues, such as bugs and control sensitivity problems, particularly when using a controller instead of a mouse.
- There is a lack of variety in themes and bosses, leading to repetitive gameplay, and some players feel the game is overpriced compared to similar titles.
- gameplay15 mentions
- 53 % positive mentions
- 27 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its innovative mechanics and engaging design, blending classic brick-breaking elements with modern visuals and physics. Players appreciate the variety and surprises in each level, alongside the balance of fun and challenge, although some suggest minor tweaks could enhance the experience further. Overall, it successfully revitalizes a beloved genre while maintaining a fresh and enjoyable feel.
“The varied game mechanics make for a captivating and novel experience, whilst the art style, humor, enthusiasm, and commitment of the developers to this project raise the game to even higher levels.”
“The mechanics are constantly fresh, with levels that change things up in varying degrees, making sure that no matter what, you get surprised at every corner in every level!”
“Caromble is quite simply the classic break-out style game so many gamers from the 80s and 90s loved, brought into modern day gaming with both style, unique and fresh ideas, and a ton of fun gameplay within!”
“The gameplay could use some tweaks.”
“Caromble is Arkanoid with a physics engine and insane power-ups for your paddle, set in a kind of corrupted mechanical world.”
“The game gives you some mechanics that will help you have a bit more control over the trajectory of the ball.”
- story13 mentions
- 15 % positive mentions
- 62 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The game's story mode offers a light narrative that guides players through various missions, featuring a simple "protect the earth" theme and culminating in challenging boss fights. While the story is minimal, it effectively sets the stage for gameplay, with levels designed to be completed casually, though some players find the difficulty spikes in later stages to be excessive. Overall, the story serves as a backdrop to the engaging gameplay rather than a focal point.
“The storyline takes you from mission to mission and even includes intense boss fights.”
“Each level in the story mode includes three or four tables; you have to complete all four to be awarded a medal and to unlock the next level set.”
“That's all the story you get and all you need.”
“5 years later and the game is still pretty nice but it gets way too hard way too fast in the 'story' mode.”
“The game starts with a multi-step intro to prepare players for both the 'protect the earth' story and the necessary aspects of the game in a very simple format.”
- graphics12 mentions
- 42 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their vibrant, cell-shaded art style reminiscent of the Borderlands series, featuring colorful, rusty, and slightly futuristic elements. Reviewers highlight the impressive textures, animations, and overall aesthetic that enhance the gameplay experience, complemented by a dynamic cyberpunk soundtrack. The combination of engaging visuals and creative level design contributes to a captivating and immersive atmosphere.
“The graphics have a ‘Borderlands’ feel; colorful, rusty, and slightly futuristic, which are crisp and backed by a great cyberpunk ambient soundtrack that frequently changes throughout the game, adding audio variety to the proceedings.”
“This is the prettiest breakout I have seen; the design and the art style look amazing.”
“This game takes this concept and applies extraordinary graphics with amazing effects and power-ups, everything packed in a way that really entertains and amazes the player.”
“The graphics have a ‘borderlands’ feel; colourful, rusty and slightly futuristic.”
“The art style and level design give off a steampunk borderlands feel by having thick black edges and iron everywhere.”
“Graphics – caromble!”
- music3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players feeling it initially lacks impact until experienced through headphones, which enhances immersion. The soundtrack features a dynamic cyberpunk ambiance that complements the colorful graphics, while the action music and sound effects effectively build tension during gameplay.
“The graphics have a ‘Borderlands’ feel; colorful, rusty, and slightly futuristic, which are crisp and backed by a great cyberpunk ambient soundtrack that frequently changes throughout the game, adding audio variety to the proceedings.”
“Sound has good tension and action music, followed by great sound effects.”
“And while the music may leave something to be desired, it wasn’t until I played with headphones and heard each and every single thud and thump that I really began to feel myself to be a part of the game.”
“The music may leave something to be desired, but it wasn't until I played with headphones and heard each and every thud and thump that I really began to feel a part of the game.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users report stability issues, particularly noting frequent glitches where the ball behaves erratically near the player's bar, leading to frustrating gameplay and lost lives.
“At chapter B, the ball glitches very often in front of my 'bar' to the right, as if a magnetic force is distracting the ball. I lost a life because of it.”
“The game frequently crashes during critical moments, making it impossible to progress.”
“I experienced multiple instances of lag that caused my character to freeze, leading to frustrating gameplay.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and unremarkable, although some appreciate certain features that add a bit of enjoyment to the experience.
“There's nothing spectacular about the gameplay; in fact, I found it a little tedious, though there are some nice features.”
“The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
“I spent hours doing the same tasks over and over again, which really took away from the enjoyment.”
