Cranked Up
- May 19, 2020
- BBlack Studio
Get on SteamYou 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.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Fun and challenging gameplay with a unique central gimmick that keeps players engaged.
- Colorful graphics and a cute art style enhance the overall experience, making it visually appealing.
- Multiple modes, including Challenge and Floor is Lava, provide a variety of gameplay experiences and replayability.
- Controls can be awkward and difficult to master, leading to frustration for some players.
- Achievements may be buggy, and the UI lacks clarity in displaying medal progress.
- Repetitive music, especially in certain modes, can detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.
- music9 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 22 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised for its colorful and entertaining quality, contributing to a fun and carefree atmosphere. However, some players find certain tracks, particularly in specific modes, to be repetitive and less enjoyable after extended play. Overall, the soundtrack is well-received, with many expressing a desire for an official OST release.
“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.”
“Fun cute game, the music in the normal playthrough is entertaining, the gameplay is fun.”
“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.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay is simple yet enjoyable, drawing comparisons to LocoRoco, with some challenging levels and collectible sugar canisters. Players are encouraged to master the time attack mechanic, while the low poly aesthetics and humorous details enhance the overall experience.
“A quite fun game, and in spite of 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 that are quite funny.”
“Oh also, try to master that time attack mechanic.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The game's low poly aesthetics effectively complement its gameplay focus, while the detailed and humorous art style adds charm. Players appreciate the cute and colorful visuals, which contrast with the game's genuine challenges.
“The low poly aesthetics are sufficient for this type of game where you need to focus on the gameplay, but there are a lot of details that are quite funny.”
“Aside from the gameplay, you're very likely to love the art style; it's as cute as the headline suggests.”
“The low poly aesthetics are sufficient for this type of game where you need to focus on the gameplay, but there are many details that are quite amusing.”
“Don't be fooled by the cute, colorful graphics; the challenge is real.”
- story2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game's story is considered basic but enjoyable, complementing the fun and exploratory gameplay. Players appreciate the gradual increase in challenge, which enhances the overall experience.
“The game feels fun to play and explore, with a story that, while basic, is still enjoyable, and the challenges ramp up gradually.”
“The story is pretty basic and lacks depth, making it feel less engaging.”
“While the gameplay is enjoyable, the narrative fails to captivate or offer anything new.”
“The plot feels underdeveloped and doesn't add much to the overall experience.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is derived from its quirky combination of donuts and animals, enhanced by low poly aesthetics that complement the gameplay. Players appreciate the attention to detail that adds to the overall comedic experience.
“Combining donuts and animals makes this game really funny.”
“The low-poly aesthetics are perfect for this type of game, allowing you to focus on gameplay while still enjoying a lot of humorous details.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Overall, users report that the game is stable, with only minor issues such as occasional bugs related to achievements.
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
“I've experienced multiple bugs that disrupt gameplay and hinder progress.”
“The stability issues are frustrating; I often find myself having to restart the game.”
