Crazy Scientist
- September 19, 2017
- Vyacheslav Shilikhin
Get on SteamCrazy Scientist is a 2D platformer with charming graphics and increasing difficulty levels. As a mad scientist, navigate through various stages, collecting vials and defeating enemies with chemical balls. The game features simple controls and is suitable for all ages.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a simple 2-dimensional platforming mechanic that can be enjoyable for a short time.
- Some players found the game to be a funny pastime despite its flaws.
- A few users managed to complete the game, suggesting that it may be possible with the right approach.
- The game is an asset flip with broken achievements and levels that are impossible to complete without exploiting bugs.
- Controls are laggy, making gameplay frustrating and difficult.
- The developer has abandoned the game, leaving it unfinished and full of bugs.
- monetization4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has been heavily criticized as a blatant cash grab, with the developer using a low-effort template and asset flips to quickly release subpar products on Steam. The game was also bundled with other low-quality titles shortly after launch, further emphasizing its exploitative nature and reliance on misleading marketing tactics, including fake reviews.
“The developer, Vyacheslav Shilikhin/Droid Riot, took a template from the craptastic Construct 2 game construction kit, slapped a couple of asset-flipped sprites on it, and dumped the results onto Steam as a cash grab scam.”
“To cement the position of this asset flip as nothing but a cash grab, it was dumped onto cheap daily indie game shovelware bundles very shortly after launch.”
“They're all written in either Russian or broken English, appear almost immediately after the game launched on Steam, all have a direct Steam purchase of the game, and the accounts are used consistently to write fake reviews for asset flips and other cash grabs/scams.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is described as a humorous platformer with a charming aesthetic and funny characters, though it presents challenging gameplay due to small platforms and tricky mechanics. While the humor adds to the enjoyment, the difficulty may frustrate some players, making it a lighthearted yet demanding experience. Overall, it serves as an entertaining pastime reminiscent of classic platformers.
“Funny platformer game, though it might be a little tricky - platforms are small, so button lag easily helps you to fall back to the start. Mushrooms appear to be stealing lives, and there's a root that seems obvious but you simply cannot jump this far or this high - but all these things make this platformer game differ from others; the concept is basic since the Mario times.”
“The rest is pretty well done - characters are funny, level design is challenging, and the backgrounds are interestingly drawn.”
“Anyways, just a funny pastime.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are praised for achieving an excellent balance between stunning visuals and engaging gameplay, enhancing the overall experience without overshadowing the core mechanics.
“The game perfects the balance between visuals and gameplay.”
“The graphics are stunning, creating an immersive world that draws you in.”
“Every detail in the environment is beautifully crafted, making exploration a visual delight.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its excellent balance with visuals, creating an engaging and immersive experience for players.
“The game perfects the balance between visuals and gameplay.”
“The controls are intuitive and responsive, making every action feel satisfying.”
“The gameplay mechanics are innovative and keep the experience fresh and engaging.”
- music1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The music aspect of the game is notably lacking, with users highlighting the absence of sound effects for actions like jumping and shooting, as well as a complete lack of background music.
“There's no sound for jumping, shooting, monsters, or any background music.”
“The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it feel monotonous.”
“The sound effects are poorly designed and do not enhance the gameplay experience.”
