Cranked Up

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Cranked Up is a single player and multiplayer casual platformer game with a comedy theme. It was developed by BBlack Studio and was released on July 13, 2021. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

You all know the famous proverb : "The best donuts are cooked in the oldest cups". Unfortunately your donut has lost his cup. Help him find Mr. Mug in a crazy world led by an evil Hawaiian pizza.

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Audience ScoreBased on 16 reviews

music6 positive mentions

stability1 negative mentions

Unique and challenging gameplay with a donut-based mechanic that rewards mastery and skill.
Colorful, cute, and polished art style with a fun, catchy soundtrack praised by many players.
Multiple game modes including challenge, floor is lava, secret levels, and multiplayer provide diverse and replayable content.

Controls can be awkward and frustrating at first, causing a steep learning curve.
UI issues such as medal tracking not separated by mode, requiring unnecessary level loading.
Repetitive or unpleasant audio loops in certain modes, notably in the floor is lava mode.

music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music is widely praised for its colorful, happy, and dynamic tracks that enhance the carefree and fun atmosphere of the game. While generally enjoyable and highly regarded, some players find certain loops, especially in specific modes, to be repetitive or slightly annoying after extended play. Overall, the soundtrack is considered excellent and fans eagerly anticipate additional official releases.
- “Very dynamic and the songs are really good.”
- “Seriously, the soundtracks are awesome.”
- “I attempted to play some of the floor is lava mode, but the ~20 second loop of music that plays when near the lava was unbearable.”
- “Very colorful, with happy nonsensical music (although a bit redundant), I'm finding this very enjoyable, a nice little carefree game, good if you need to relax - in a hard way :)”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is simple yet engaging, with challenging levels and collectible sugar canisters adding depth. Players are encouraged to master a time attack mechanic, providing an additional layer of skill and fun.
- “A quite fun game, and despite its very simple gameplay - reminiscent of LocoRoco - some levels can be hard to complete, as well as sugar canisters to collect.”
- “The low poly aesthetics are enough for this type of game where you need to focus on the gameplay, but there are a lot of details which are quite funny.”
- “Oh also, try to master that time attack mechanic.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics feature a charming low poly art style that complements the gameplay without overwhelming it, offering detailed and humorous visuals. Players appreciate the cute, colorful aesthetics that enhance the experience while masking the game's challenging nature.
- “The low poly aesthetics is enough for this type of game where you need to focus on the gameplay but there is a lot of details which are quite funny.”
- “Aside from the gameplay, you're very likely to love the art style, cute as the headline says.”
- “Don't be fooled by the cute colorful graphics, the challenge is real.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is described as basic but enjoyable, providing a fun backdrop for exploration. It complements the gameplay well, with a gradually increasing challenge that maintains player interest.
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's humor is enhanced by the playful combination of donuts and animals, creating a quirky and entertaining experience. Its low-poly art style complements the comedic elements without distracting from gameplay, with many amusing details adding to the overall charm.
- “Combining donuts and animals makes this really funny.”
- “The low poly aesthetics are perfect for this type of game, where you need to focus on the gameplay, but there are a lot of details that are quite funny.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is generally stable with no major issues reported, though some users have noted occasional bugs related to achievements.