Crystal Chip Collector
- March 21, 2016
- Nekomura Games
Get on SteamA fast puzzle platformer where the goal is to "optimize" a computer full of redundant parts.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a charming aesthetic with a cute main character and a bold Japanese style.
- It offers a decent challenge with some levels requiring skillful navigation and timing.
- The simplicity of the gameplay, focusing on jumping and collecting items, can be enjoyable for casual players.
- The default controls are awkward and cannot be remapped, leading to frustration during gameplay.
- The game has a lengthy death screen that disrupts the flow and makes it annoying to restart levels.
- The jump mechanic is unreliable, with the button failing to respond 10-20% of the time, causing unnecessary deaths.
- music2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some find it reminiscent of GBA-era games with a bold Japanese aesthetic and chirpy chiptune style, others describe it as extremely boring and annoying, contributing to an overall negative experience.
“Style-wise, I think this game harks back to GBA-era games, with a bold Japanese aesthetic and chirpy chiptune music.”
“Extremely boring, bad menu, bad default keys, annoying music.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The story has been criticized as lacking depth and coherence, with some users suggesting it is not worth engaging with.
“The story is pretty stupid, so you should skip that.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -300 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The gameplay is straightforward, focusing on simple mechanics such as jumping and collecting items, with the added feature of a double jump for enhanced movement.
“The game is actually pretty simple at its core; you just have to jump and collect items, and you also have a double jump.”
“The gameplay is overly simplistic, consisting mainly of jumping and collecting items, with only a double jump mechanic to add variety.”
“The mechanics feel repetitive and lack depth, making the gameplay experience dull and unengaging.”
“There are significant issues with the controls, which often feel unresponsive and hinder the overall gameplay experience.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -300 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game's graphics evoke a nostalgic feel reminiscent of Game Boy Advance titles, featuring a vibrant Japanese aesthetic complemented by upbeat chiptune music.
“Style-wise, I think this game harks back to GBA-era games, with a bold Japanese aesthetic and chirpy chiptune music.”
“The graphics feel outdated, reminiscent of GBA-era games, which doesn't hold up well in today's standards.”
“The art style is overly simplistic and lacks the detail expected from modern games.”
“Character models are poorly designed and animations are choppy, making the overall experience visually unappealing.”
