Cockhead

64%
Game Brain Score Based on 595 reviews
  • music
  • humor
  • gameplay
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"COCKHEAD" is a single-player platformer game with an intriguing story of personal growth and adversity. Players can expect exceptional gameplay, perfect graphics, and a splendid soundtrack accompanied by hand-drawn art and classic platformer elements. Despite the humorous use of cartoon images of genitals, the game contains no sexual or erotic content. However, be aware of potential bugs that may affect gameplay.

  • PC
  • Windows
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Reviews

64%
Audience ScoreBased on 595 reviews
music48 positive mentions
stability16 negative mentions
  • The game features great hand-drawn art and a fun concept that can be entertaining.
  • The soundtrack is decent and adds to the overall experience.
  • Some players found the game to be a humorous and enjoyable experience, especially in a social setting.
  • The game is plagued with bugs, including levels that don't load properly and controls that are unresponsive.
  • There is no save feature, causing players to restart from the beginning after quitting.
  • The gameplay mechanics are confusing and poorly explained, leading to frustration.
  • music102 mentions

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some praising its catchy big band jazz style and how it complements the gameplay, while others criticize it for being repetitive and sourced from stock music without proper licensing. Many players noted the soundtrack's pleasantness and its ability to enhance the game's atmosphere, but the frequent looping and watermarked tracks detracted from the overall experience for several users. Overall, while the music has its fans, concerns about originality and repetitiveness are prevalent.

    • “The music and art style are quite nice.”
    • “The musical accompaniment throughout the game is very good; it is pleasant to listen to background music and focus on the game.”
    • “The soundtrack perfectly matches the atmosphere of the game, as well as there is a voice-over, the gameplay in turn is not too complicated.”
    • “The fact that the soundtrack is watermarked stock music tells you enough about how much care went into this game.”
    • “They didn't even bother to purchase music for this game, so you're left hearing 'audio jungle' every 10 seconds.”
    • “Plus the song doesn't continue to play when you restart, meaning that every time you die the song will loop, and you'll be hearing the same thirty seconds of the same song about a million times.”
  • humor97 mentions

    The humor in the game is highly polarizing, with some players finding it hilarious and others deeming it unfunny or immature. While a few reviews highlight the game's amusing premise and quirky graphics, many criticize the execution, citing poor controls and repetitive jokes that quickly lose their charm. Overall, the humor appeals to a niche audience, particularly those who enjoy crude or absurd comedy, but fails to resonate with a broader player base.

    • “A delightful story seasoned with a touch of humor awaits you in this wonderful game about the life of genitals.”
    • “The game has a funny plot, laughed at the main character.”
    • “Great game, and especially the character, unusual to play for a big dick big eggs, I recommend, very funny.”
    • “Unfunny and full of edgy jokes.”
    • “It was unfunny after 10 minutes. 0/10, need a bigger variety of humor.”
  • gameplay67 mentions

    The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with some praising its interesting mechanics and smooth animations, while others criticize it for being janky, poorly explained, and filled with bugs. Many players found the controls frustrating and the overall experience lacking depth, leading to a consensus that the game fails to deliver a polished and engaging gameplay experience. Despite some positive aspects, such as unique level design and a fitting soundtrack, the gameplay is often described as bland or unrefined, making it difficult for players to fully enjoy the game.

    • “Several new mechanics have been added to the game, such as 3D printing, as well as friendly NPCs.”
    • “The animations are smooth, and the game mechanics are interesting.”
    • “Good gameplay, atmosphere, and interesting missions make this game even better and push you to complete the passage.”
    • “The gameplay is garbage; the price is pretty high for a pile of doodoo. The dash is garbage, the guns are garbage, mechanics make me want to barf, and the story is non-existent.”
    • “If you buy this game, don't ever launch it; the gameplay is so horrendous that it ruined the joke for me.”
    • “The gameplay is very buggy and the levels are broken; it's just a disaster of a game and a waste of a concept.”
  • graphics64 mentions

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the beautiful, hand-drawn art style and vibrant animations reminiscent of titles like Cuphead. However, some players criticize the overall execution, noting issues such as graphical glitches, lack of customization options, and a feeling that the visuals do not compensate for poor gameplay mechanics. Despite these criticisms, the unique and humorous art style stands out as a highlight for several reviewers.

    • “The graphics are great, the characters, locations, and small details are very well worked out; you can see that the developers tried very hard!”
    • “I enjoyed the fully hand-drawn graphics and music.”
    • “Great cartoony graphics that are well drawn and eye-catching, humorous concept.”
    • “The game is so ugly; the art style feels fake, it just feels like shit and is shit.”
    • “It's really sad, because someone obviously put work into the art style of this game, but it's utterly unplayable.”
    • “The artwork is so terrible I can't even tell what's going on.”
  • story59 mentions

    The game's story is a mixed bag, with some players praising its humor and originality, while others criticize it for being incoherent or minimal. Many reviews highlight the optional nature of the narrative, suggesting that it can be largely ignored without affecting gameplay, though some find the plot engaging and filled with unexpected twists. Overall, the storytelling varies significantly in quality, with some players appreciating its unique charm and others finding it lacking depth or clarity.

    • “In fact, this game has a very big and deep meaning and a touching story that some franchises might envy!”
    • “The plot is very exciting and diverse; such a plot you will not find in more than one game.”
    • “Experience an amazing adventure with our main character, enjoy fully hand-drawn graphics, original story, and big band style jazz music.”
    • “Much of the story is optional, and in many cases, can be completely ignored while still beating the game, such as in the case of a speedrun.”
    • “The story literally does not exist, with the exception of a few small cutscenes where you can piece together what is happening.”
    • “The storyline of the game makes no sense at all.”
  • stability17 mentions

    The game's stability is widely criticized, with users describing it as a "buggy mess" filled with numerous glitches that severely impact gameplay. Many players report issues such as broken levels, unresponsive controls, and inconsistent damage mechanics, leading to frustrating experiences. Despite some acknowledging the game's humor and potential fun, the overwhelming consensus is that its stability problems make it nearly unplayable.

    • “The game runs smoothly without any major bugs or glitches, providing a seamless experience.”
    • “I haven't encountered any crashes or stability issues, which makes for a more enjoyable gameplay.”
    • “The performance is solid, allowing me to focus on the game without worrying about technical problems.”
    • “The first thing you need to know is that this game is an unapologetic, buggy mess that lacks almost any player feedback.”
    • “The gameplay is very buggy and the levels are broken; it's just a disaster of a game and what a way to waste a concept.”
    • “Controls are awful, the game is buggy; it's a reject flash game that got onto Steam because 'haha it's a dick'.”
  • atmosphere6 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is highly praised, characterized by a stunning story and a captivating soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the immersive quality of the game, which allows for deep engagement with the plot, particularly when played solo. The combination of good gameplay and interesting missions further enriches the atmospheric experience.

    • “The soundtrack perfectly matches the atmosphere of the game, and the voice-over enhances the experience, while the gameplay is not too complicated.”
    • “It has a very nice story and its atmosphere is stunning.”
    • “The soundtrack is great, giving the game its own unique atmosphere.”
    • “The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth needed to truly engage players.”
    • “Despite the potential for a rich setting, the game fails to create a compelling atmosphere that draws you in.”
    • “The overall ambiance is disappointing, making it hard to feel invested in the game's world.”
  • optimization5 mentions

    The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with users reporting significant issues such as unresponsive controls, poor hit detection, and bugs that detract from the overall experience. Additionally, some players experienced severe performance problems even on capable hardware, alongside a poorly designed menu and lack of controller support.

    • “There are some bugs and optimization issues, but overall the game is great.”
    • “From the start, the menu is designed awfully; there is no optimization (couldn't play with Core i7 4510U and GeForce 840M), and the level design is very bad.”
    • “Stuttering and gray hair are included in the purchase.”
    • “- Not controller optimized.”
  • emotional5 mentions

    The game is praised for its deep and meaningful story that evokes strong emotions, making it a standout experience. However, some users found certain elements distracting or off-putting, which detracted from the overall emotional impact.

    • “In fact, this game has a very big and deep meaning and a touching story that some franchises might envy!”
    • “This game made me feel like a video game journalist.”
  • grinding4 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, primarily due to limited movement options and repetitive platforming sequences. While some enjoy the shooting mechanics, they note that the lack of variety in enemy types and the overall simplicity contribute to a grindy experience. Despite this, the game is still appreciated for its engaging twist ending.

    • “The game can feel a bit grindy at times, but the rewards make it worth it.”
    • “Grinding is a necessary part of the experience, and it adds depth to character progression.”
    • “While there are moments of grinding, they are balanced by engaging gameplay and rewarding loot.”
    • “Here, it was just tedious platforming followed by a section where you wait a minute or so for something, where you can shoot birds.”
    • “It's like a very basic game maker game (it's Unity though), can aim only 5 ways (⟸⇖⇑⇗⇒), jump but not duck, no melee attack or block, can't jump on the enemies to attack, and with this very limited moveset it becomes tedious and bland to hit the flying and moving enemies of which there's only a handful of different types.”
    • “The shooting is a bit tedious but is by far my favorite game.”
  • monetization1 mentions

    The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized as a cash grab, with some users feeling that it relies on provocative marketing tactics rather than offering genuine value.

    • “Unfortunately, more than anything, I feel like it was just a cash grab using gimmicks as a marketing tool.”
    • “The monetization strategy feels exploitative, prioritizing profit over player experience.”
    • “I was disappointed to see that the game relies heavily on microtransactions, making it hard to enjoy without spending extra money.”
  • character development1 mentions

    While the reviews highlight the enjoyable level and character design, they do not specifically address character development, suggesting that this aspect may not be a focal point of the game.

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