Crazy Flasher Series 2021
- February 24, 2021
- Andy Law
Get on SteamThe Crazy Flasher Series 2021 on Steam is a collection of classic flash games packed by their author, Andy Law. Each game features action-packed fighting and shooting gameplay, with the later games introducing drivable vehicles and a wider range of weapons. Controls vary between games but generally include movements, attacks, jumps, special abilities, and weapon selection.
Reviews
- Great nostalgia trip, bringing back fond childhood memories.
- Affordable price for a collection of classic games.
- Some games in the collection still offer fun gameplay despite their flaws.
- Horrible optimization and frequent crashes make the games difficult to play.
- Resolution is locked at 800x600 and cannot be changed, leading to a poor visual experience.
- Many games have bugs and glitches that detract from the overall experience.
- music7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The music in the port has been altered from the original games, likely to avoid copyright issues, which has disappointed some fans. While the change is understandable, it contributes to the overall perception that the port is poorly executed, with many feeling nostalgic for the original soundtracks. Overall, the music aspect has received mixed reviews, with hopes for future improvements.
“I understand the originals had unlicensed copyright music, so it makes sense not to include them here; still sad.”
“The music is not the same, although it is probably to avoid copyright issues.”
“I hope it improves in several aspects in the future since this saga was very loved in my childhood.”
“I understand the originals had unlicensed copyright music, so it makes sense not to include them here, still sad.”
“But honestly this 'port' is very poorly done, the resolution is 800x600 and it cannot be changed, the music is not the same, although it is probably to avoid copyright. Unfortunately, when starting any game, one has a single resolution, it gets quite buggy and literally feels like playing it on a flash game page; it only changes the music.”
“But honestly this 'port' is very poorly done, the resolution is 800x600 and it cannot be changed, the music is not the same, although it is probably to avoid copyright. Unfortunately, when starting any game, one has a single resolution, it gets quite buggy and literally feels like playing it on a flash game page; it only changes the music.”
- optimization6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game collection has been widely criticized, with users noting that it feels unrefined and underperforming compared to similar titles available online. Many report significant performance drops, especially during intense moments with numerous enemies or explosions, leading to a disappointing experience overall.
“Good for the nostalgia, but that's about it. It feels like the games haven't been touched at all, and you can find them online with better performance and higher resolution.”
“Too many explosives or enemies on screen at the same time, and performance drops hard.”
“This collection is even less optimized than those you can find on random websites.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Gameplay is generally considered enjoyable, particularly in the early levels and story mode, though it suffers from unbalanced ammo placements and poor overall balancing. While some players find the experience fun, others criticize it for being lackluster and glitch-free yet ultimately unsatisfactory.
“The gameplay is a lot of fun in the early levels and story mode.”
“Despite some unbalanced ammo placements, the gameplay remains enjoyable.”
“Pretty poor gameplay, crappy balancing.”
“This game looks solid and isn't glitchy, but the gameplay is really lacking.”
- story4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The game features a story mode that is generally considered enjoyable, alongside a competitive deathmatch mode for monetary prizes. However, players note that certain weapons are not naturally found in the story mode and must be purchased from a shop, which can detract from the experience.
“The story mode is engaging and adds depth to the gameplay experience.”
“The gameplay is a lot of fun in the early levels, especially in story mode.”
“The story mode offers a unique experience that enhances the overall enjoyment of the game.”
“Sadly, you can't find some weapons in the story mode naturally; you can only buy them from the shop if you want to use them.”
- stability3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with numerous glitches reported, some of which are game-breaking and necessitate level restarts. Players also note that the poorly executed port suffers from a fixed low resolution of 800x600 and additional issues when played in fullscreen, leading to an overall frustrating experience reminiscent of unpolished flash games.
“This game is quite filled with glitches; some are game-breaking and require you to restart the level.”
“Extremely glitchy; playing in fullscreen causes additional glitches too.”
“This 'port' is very poorly done. The resolution is 800x600 and cannot be changed. When starting any game, it gets quite buggy and feels like playing it on a flash game page, only the music changes.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally well-designed and evoke a sense of nostalgia, though they are considered somewhat dated. While some players appreciate the original visuals, there is a strong desire for next-gen graphics to enhance the experience.
“Mostly great design, dated visuals, but has a nostalgic feel.”
“Next-gen graphics for this game, please!”
“The game still has the original graphics; not much has changed, and it even includes crazy flasher 2 to 6!”
“The game still has the original graphics; nothing much has changed, and it even includes Crazy Flasher 2 to 6!”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players note that while grinding can lead to success in the game, it often feels unfulfilling due to the lackluster design of many later levels, which are described as tedious and uninspired.
“You can beat everything with excessive grinding, but it's not worth it; almost all of those second and third row deathmatch levels are disappointing.”
“Near the end, some levels have tedious, boring, and lazy design, sadly.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players express a strong emotional connection to the game, recalling it as a source of tears and nostalgia from their childhood, highlighting its impactful storytelling and character development.
“This game brought me to tears just like it did when I was a kid.”
“The emotional depth of the story left a lasting impact on me.”
“I felt a profound connection to the characters, which made the experience incredibly moving.”
