Citrouille
- November 4, 2018
- Plug In Digital
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Nintendo Switch
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Reviews
- The game features adorable character designs and animations that enhance the overall charm.
- It offers a fun and challenging gameplay experience reminiscent of classic arcade titles, requiring quick reflexes and adaptation.
- The colorful graphics and engaging mechanics make it a delightful addition to the puzzle-platformer genre.
- The game is relatively short with limited replayability, which may leave players wanting more content.
- Some players found the controls and hitboxes to be imprecise, leading to frustrating moments during gameplay.
- The soundtrack consists of royalty-free tracks, which some players felt detracted from the overall experience.
- gameplay10 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Citrouille is engaging and features a unique ladder-building mechanic reminiscent of classic arcade games, though it may lack depth for some players. While the core mechanics are simple, the game offers a challenging experience, especially in later levels, and introduces new elements in each stage. Overall, the gameplay is enjoyable, with room for minor improvements, but it may not provide enough variety for extensive replayability.
“Pretty good, very cute art, and a simple yet interesting core mechanic.”
“Citrouille is a single-screen action game with a ladder-building mechanic inspired by Rod Land.”
“Every stage brings something new to the gameplay, animations are great, everything is moving and the game itself reminds of never-ending madness.”
“This is not in itself bad, but for how unique the ladder mechanic is, it's less deep than I had hoped.”
“Having cleared it with all characters, I can't say the different spells change the gameplay enough to warrant replaying it.”
“The game has some little things which could be improved (like adding an indicator to see how close to the level's end we are, some sound effects or animations) but none of these things hinder the gameplay nor are bothersome.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The graphics received mixed feedback, with some praising the nice visuals and appealing art style that enhance the game's atmosphere, while others noted that clarity can sometimes be an issue. Overall, players appreciate the balance between aesthetics and gameplay difficulty.
“Good graphics, fair difficulty, a lot of modes to choose from.”
“The graphics are very nice and the atmosphere is sweet.”
“The graphics are a mixed bag.”
“I realize not every game can have the cleanest visuals, but it always pays to consider how easily the player can see what's going on.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game is criticized for its short length and limited replayability, though it offers couch co-op and versus modes that can enhance replay value if played with others.
“The game features couch co-op and versus modes, which significantly enhance its replayability, especially if you have someone to play with.”
“Each playthrough feels fresh due to the variety of choices and outcomes, making you want to dive back in for more.”
“The dynamic gameplay elements ensure that no two sessions are the same, providing endless opportunities for replayability.”
“It's a shame that it is so short and has almost no replayability value.”
“The game features couch co-op and versus modes, which could add more replayability if you have someone to play with.”
- story2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The story mode is noted for being short yet challenging, with early impressions suggesting that it is competent, though some players have not progressed far enough to fully assess its depth.
“The story mode is short but challenging.”
“I haven't gotten through much of the story so far, but it seems competent enough.”
- music1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The music in the game primarily consists of royalty-free tracks from Kevin MacLeod, which some users find disappointing; however, many are willing to overlook this issue due to the overall high quality of the game.
“I don't like how the OST is made up of royalty-free tracks from Kevin MacLeod, but I'm willing to overlook that since the game is fairly high quality otherwise.”
“The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged during gameplay.”
“While the sound effects are decent, the background music is forgettable and doesn't enhance the overall experience.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers praise the game's graphics and describe the atmosphere as charming and pleasant, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience.
“The graphics are stunning, and the atmosphere is enchanting.”
“The immersive environment really draws you in and enhances the overall experience.”
“The sound design and visuals create a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that lingers long after playing.”
