Caveman Warriors

Utilizes mechanics that should have stayed in the Stone Age.

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Caveman Warriors is a pixel art action platformer where up to 4 players can team up as cavemen with unique abilities. Battle prehistoric bosses, rescue captured companions, and swing, stomp, and spear your way through levels filled with danger and treasure. In solo mode, swap between characters on the fly to overcome obstacles and defeat enemies.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Co-Op Team up with friends to complete levels or missions together
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
PvP Player versus Player - Fight against other players in real-time, often in arena-style combat
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

Reviews

52%

Audience ScoreBased on 31 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

The game features gorgeous art design and character animations, creating a visually appealing experience.
Gameplay is enjoyable, especially in multiplayer mode, where players can work together to overcome challenges.
The game offers a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic platformers, with fun mechanics and rewarding collectibles.

The game suffers from frustrating controls and inconsistent difficulty, making it challenging for solo players.
There are significant issues with saving progress, leading to lost save files and frustrating experiences.
Some levels are poorly designed with cheap traps, and boss fights can vary from too easy to unfairly difficult.

gameplay
7 mentions
43 % positive mentions
29 % neutral mentions
29 % negative mentions
The gameplay is initially challenging and somewhat generic, but it becomes more engaging as players adapt to the controls and encounter increasingly complex levels. It features enjoyable multiplayer elements and nostalgic mechanics reminiscent of classic titles, though some players find certain aspects frustrating. Overall, the game combines solid puzzle-platforming with appealing graphics and sound, making it a rewarding experience despite some uninspired elements.
- “First of all, I got really rough first impressions of this game because it started really generic and it wasn't easy. But then I kept at it, got used to the controls, and the levels started to get more complex, making the gameplay feel deeper... and I started liking it a lot.”
- “[Easy to learn yet challenging gameplay, well-done sound effects, playing with friends is pretty fun].”
- “[Great puzzle-platforming mechanics, pleasant graphics and sound, reminiscent of old favorites].”
- “Utilizes mechanics that should have stayed in the stone age.”
- “The gameplay can be a bit frustrating at times but being able to play with other people makes the experience a lot more enjoyable.”
graphics
6 mentions
50 % positive mentions
17 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are described as cute and cartoonish, with some reviewers appreciating the nostalgic aesthetic that pays homage to classic titles. However, there are criticisms regarding outdated designs and average visuals, suggesting that while the graphics may be pleasant, they do not significantly enhance the overall experience.
- “Cute cartoon characters and graphics.”
- “The game's aesthetics and design pay homage to titles of old, and although it has a cartoonish exterior, underneath it is a challenging yet enjoyable brawler.”
- “Great puzzle-platforming mechanics, pleasant graphics and sound, reminiscent of old favorites.”
- “Clunky controls cause much frustration, unappealing visuals, and annoying music. The game only consists of 8 stages with little replay value unless you're a perfectionist.”
- “A lot of caveman warriors’ design feels outdated; it’s a title that relies on mediocre action-platforming, on top of average cartoon visuals and a simplistic combat system.”
music
4 mentions
75 % positive mentions
-25 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players find it relaxing and enjoyable, others describe it as forgettable and annoying, contributing to an overall lack of appeal. Despite a few positive remarks, many users feel that the music does not significantly enhance the gaming experience.
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- “This game has great music.”
- “The music really enhances the overall experience.”
- “Besides all that, the controls feel stiff, and the music is forgettable.”
- “Clunky controls cause much frustration, unappealing visuals, and annoying music; it only consists of 8 stages with little replay value unless you're a perfectionist.”
character development
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game features impressive character designs and animations, particularly for the lead character, which enhance the overall visual appeal. While the gameplay may be solid yet uninspired, the fun moments, such as scared foes fleeing in panic, contribute to a memorable experience. Overall, character development is marked by creativity in design and engaging interactions.
- “There's some good character designs in the game and fun moments - like the way scared foes flee in panic only to knock themselves out by running into a wall.”
- “Gorgeous lead character design and animation, great boss battles, solid if uninspired gameplay, plenty to do.”
story
2 mentions
50 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The story is perceived as lacking depth and engagement, with one reviewer highlighting a moral about perseverance, while another criticizes it for being a repetitive and uninspired narrative that fails to effectively integrate its caveman theme with the gameplay elements. Overall, the narrative is seen as unoriginal and unrewarding.
- “The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you. If I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
replayability
2 mentions
50 % positive mentions
-100 % neutral mentions
150 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's replayability is limited due to clunky controls, unappealing visuals, and a small number of stages, which may only appeal to perfectionists. However, there is some incentive to replay for those interested in collecting all fuses and engaging in co-op play, as well as attempting harder level versions.
- “There's some replayability in trying to track down all the fuses and then tackle the harder versions of the levels, and the co-op play works well.”
- “Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to go back and play again.”
- “The game lacks meaningful choices that would encourage multiple playthroughs.”
stability
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
The game experiences notable stability issues, particularly highlighted by animation glitches and a significant boss glitch during the cavernator's second encounter, which detracts from the overall experience.
- “Unfortunately, the game suffers from animation glitches and that dreadful boss glitch that occurs during the Cavernator's second encounter.”
- “The frequent crashes and unstable frame rates make it nearly impossible to enjoy the gameplay.”
- “I experienced multiple game-breaking bugs that forced me to restart my progress, which is incredibly frustrating.”