Crowman & Wolfboy

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Crowman & Wolfboy is a story driven, level based, action-platformer/runner hybrid. Join this unlikely pair of shadow creatures on a bizarre journey to escape their own nature and find the mysterious beings known as "humans".

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

43%

Audience ScoreBased on 17 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

The game features a unique and engaging story that draws players in, with charming character designs and a captivating art style.
Levels are fun and challenging, providing a good mix of platforming and quick-reaction gameplay that keeps players engaged.
The game has a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic platformers, making it a great choice for those looking for a casual yet enjoyable experience.

The controls are unintuitive and can be frustrating, with issues such as auto-running and poorly mapped buttons that hinder gameplay.
The camera often struggles to keep up with the characters, leading to frustrating moments where players can't see upcoming obstacles.
Some players find the difficulty spikes to be excessive, making certain levels feel unfair and reliant on trial and error.

story
8 mentions
38 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
38 % negative mentions
The game's story is engaging and features an endearing narrative about two creatures overcoming their dark pasts in pursuit of happiness, with themes of resilience and unexpected life journeys. While the character designs and art are praised, some players feel the overall plot is somewhat simplistic and the game could benefit from further development. Despite its challenges, the story successfully captivates players, making it a notable aspect of the experience.
- “Good story with great art.”
- “Kind of a bare bones, no real challenge or plot platformer that gives you like 90,000 achievements for no reason.”
- “The story really draws you in.”
- “A challenging runner/platformer with an oddly endearing story: two furry creatures of eternal darkness, literally outrunning their past on a quest for happiness, possibly saving the world in the process.”
gameplay
6 mentions
67 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
The gameplay is engaging and challenging, featuring difficulty spikes that enhance the learning of mechanics, such as air dashing and double-jumping. Players appreciate the intuitive mix of platforming and quick-reaction elements, along with a unique audio cue that signals impending danger. The cooperative aspect of the characters adds to the overall fun and immersive experience.
- “It's a very fun game with challenging difficulty spikes and a good way of teaching you the mechanics; if you mess up once, you're as good as finished.”
- “An interesting mechanic is that the game's soundtrack will quiet down as the darkness approaches, so you know danger is impending before you see it.”
- “The game introduces new mechanics at an alright pace, with things such as air dashing and double-jumping which can seriously mean life or death in some levels.”
- “The pair aren't separated during gameplay (from what I've played) and their bond can be seen by how they always stick together.”
music
4 mentions
75 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
25 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for its ability to create a relaxing atmosphere and enhance the visuals, with a unique mechanic that quiets the soundtrack as danger approaches. While the sound effects for characters like crowman and wolfboy are well-received, some users feel the overall music could benefit from more variety.
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- “Fantastic visuals, animation, and music.”
- “An interesting mechanic is that the game's soundtrack will quiet down as the darkness approaches, so you know danger is impending before you see it.”
- “The music could use some variety, but the sounds for Crowman and Wolfboy are great, with growls, grunts, chirps, pants, squawks, and screeches.”
graphics
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their fantastic visuals and animation, complemented by a stunning art style that predominantly features shades of black, white, and grey, creating a visually striking experience.
- “Fantastic visuals, animation, and music.”
- “The art style is gorgeous, with most of the art being done with shades of black, white, and grey.”
character development
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is noted to be engaging, with solid yet simple designs that complement the interesting story. While the platforming elements add a layer of challenge, they are perceived as fair, making the game enjoyable for casual play.
- “The character development is engaging and adds depth to the overall story, making each character feel unique and relatable.”
- “I love how the characters evolve throughout the game, with their backstories and motivations becoming clearer as you progress.”
- “The way the characters grow and change based on player choices really enhances the experience and makes you feel invested in their journeys.”
humor
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by amusing interactions between characters, such as the comical sight of Crowman riding on the back of Wolfboy as he climbs, adding a lighthearted and entertaining element to the gameplay.
- “When climbing a surface, Crowman rides (rather hilariously) on the back of Wolfboy, who clambers up.”
- “The dialogue is filled with witty one-liners that had me laughing out loud.”
- “The absurd situations the characters find themselves in are both clever and comical.”