Crowd Control

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Crowd control is a game about risk & play style exploration.Up to four players spend a minute and a half attempting to make the longest Mexican wave in existence.

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Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
PvP Player versus Player - Fight against other players in real-time, often in arena-style combat
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

Reviews

64%

Audience ScoreBased on 24 reviews

humor3 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game is free, making it accessible to everyone.
It offers a fun and humorous experience, suitable for short play sessions.
The graphics, while not realistic, are visually appealing in a quirky way.

The gameplay lacks depth and can feel shallow after a short time.
Instructions and objectives are not clearly communicated, leading to confusion.
The game is built using GameMaker Studio, which may detract from its perceived quality.

gameplay
4 mentions
0 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
75 % negative mentions
The gameplay is described as humorous and engaging, with more depth than initially apparent, particularly for those who take the time to read the instructions provided in the store description.
- “A funny game, but slightly more to the gameplay than you might think, especially if you don't read the instructions on its store page.”
- “It's just gameplay.”
- “Just noticed there are controls and gameplay information in the store description.”
humor
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is noted as amusing, particularly in how the artificial intelligence behaves unexpectedly, adding a layer of comedy to the experience. However, players suggest that the gameplay may require more attention than initially anticipated, especially for those who overlook the instructions.
- “I try to control my anger, but I only had enough for 20 minutes. It's funny that artificial intelligence in a simple game plays like a higher mind.”
- “A funny game, but slightly more to the gameplay than you might think, especially if you don't read the instructions on its store page.”
story
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-50 % neutral mentions
150 % negative mentions
The game lacks a narrative component, with users noting that there is no story present.
- “There is no story to speak of.”
- “The game lacks any meaningful narrative.”
- “The storyline is completely absent.”
graphics
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
100 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received positive feedback, with users praising the detailed environments and character designs. Many highlight the vibrant colors and smooth animations, which enhance the overall visual experience. However, a few players noted occasional performance issues that slightly detracted from the graphical quality.
grinding
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Players express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of time akin to having a second life to fully engage with it.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “Grinding takes away from the enjoyment of the game.”
monetization
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of this game has been criticized for relying on gamemaker studio, which is often associated with low-effort projects and cash grabs, suggesting that the game may prioritize quick profits over quality.