Chipmonk!

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Seek vengeance on the gluttonous gray squirrel in this retro-inspired Beat 'em up starring chipmunk warriors!

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

58%

Audience ScoreBased on 17 reviews

graphics4 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game offers a nostalgic experience reminiscent of classic beat 'em ups like Golden Axe, featuring fun gameplay and a charming setting with anthropomorphic characters.
It includes a variety of enemies with unique combat techniques, providing dynamic and engaging battles, especially in local co-op mode.
The pixel graphics are impressive and stylish, contributing to the overall retro feel of the game.

The gameplay can become repetitive, especially as the basic mob enemies are not very challenging, leading to a lack of engagement in later levels.
The music and sound effects are considered subpar, failing to enhance the gaming experience and detracting from the overall enjoyment.
There are limited options for difficulty settings and continues in single-player mode, which may frustrate players looking for a more tailored experience.

gameplay
9 mentions
33 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
The gameplay is a side-scrolling slasher reminiscent of classic titles like Golden Axe, featuring a straightforward attack mechanic that can feel repetitive and occasionally unfair due to stiff controls and hitbox issues. Despite these drawbacks, it offers enjoyable beat'em up mechanics, beautiful graphics, and a fun retro vibe, with options for one or two players and varying difficulty levels. Overall, while not revolutionary, it successfully captures the essence of its inspirations.
- “Nicely done (Golden Axe heavily inspired) beat 'em up with good gameplay mechanics, beautiful graphics, and funny music.”
- “Fun beat 'em up with similar gameplay and scaling difficulty to Golden Axe made solely by two brothers in Unity.”
- “Yes, this game is tough in traditional Golden Axe style and gameplay, but like that game, it can be cheap at times.”
- “What developers most often miss when creating these games is that even though the core gameplay involves simply walking right and mashing the attack button, building variety around that basic loop is important.”
- “It's nothing revolutionary and the gameplay is a bit stiff with questionable hitboxes at times.”
graphics
6 mentions
67 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are consistently praised for their simple yet stylish design, with many highlighting the impressive pixel art that enhances the overall aesthetic. Reviewers appreciate the beautiful visuals, which complement the engaging gameplay and evoke a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic titles.
- “The game's best asset: the lovely graphics.”
- “Nicely done beat 'em up with good gameplay mechanics, beautiful graphics, and funny music.”
- “Impressive pixel graphics.”
- “The graphics are simple yet stylish.”
- “Released on November 20, 2019, by the developer Niemi Bros Entertainment and self-published, it is tagged as indie, action, retro, beat 'em up, with pixel graphics.”
music
6 mentions
50 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate its nostalgic, Golden Axe-inspired feel and find it fitting for the gameplay, others criticize it as irritating and lacking the quality typically associated with classic soundtracks. Overall, the sound accompaniment is noted as good, but there are calls for improvements to the soundtrack.
- “Good music and sound accompaniment.”
- “Even the areas and music have a Golden Axe feel to it, which is awesome... and you can fall into pits and knock enemies down there too!”
- “Nicely done (Golden Axe heavily inspired) beat 'em up with good gameplay mechanics, beautiful graphics, and funny music.”
- “The music is lousy.”
- “The only thing I didn't like was the soundtrack; it was actually a bit irritating, certainly not one of the best OSTs that Golden Axe is known for.”
- “A few things I would love to see are a way to get 1-ups or more continues in single player mode and improvements to the music.”
story
4 mentions
0 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
75 % negative mentions
The game lacks an in-game story, leaving players disappointed by the absence of a cohesive backstory despite the creative characters and setting. The premise features chipmunks on a mission to save forest inhabitants from starvation, but the overall narrative feels underdeveloped.
- “There is also no in-game story.”
- “There is so much creativity in the characters and setting that I can't believe they couldn't come up with a halfway decent backstory to explain it all.”
- “In this re-imagined version, the warriors are chipmunks on a mission to save the forest inhabitants from starvation.”
humor
4 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted as a key feature, with comparisons to classic titles like Golden Axe, showcasing a blend of amusing elements and engaging gameplay. Players appreciate the funny twists and entertaining music that enhance the overall experience, making it a worthwhile play for those who enjoy humor in gaming.
- “If that sounds funny to you, it's worth a play.”
- “Cool golden axe clone with a funny twist.”
- “Nicely done beat 'em up, heavily inspired by Golden Axe, with good gameplay mechanics, beautiful graphics, and funny music.”
grinding
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players express frustration with the grinding aspect of the game, noting that the early levels require excessive repetition and that some achievements demand an unreasonable amount of effort. There is a desire for more challenging settings or additional continues to alleviate the grind.
- “Personally, I would love to see more difficult settings, or at least add more continues to the main game, as I found myself grinding through the first few levels a bit too much for my liking in the end.”
- “Some of the achievements are excessively grindy.”
replayability
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game offers limited replayability, primarily appealing to those who enjoy old beat'em ups, as it can be completed in about an hour. Players may find some incentive to replay for achievements, but overall, the experience lacks depth for multiple playthroughs.
- “I died on the last boss, but the game is not very long, maybe an hour, with no replay value unless you want to grind some achievements.”
- “Buy it if you love old beat 'em ups, just don't expect a lot of replay value.”