Cup Of Ethanol

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Cup Of Ethanol is a single player action game. It was developed by Eoin Flanagan and was released on August 30, 2019. It received positive reviews from players.

Cup Of Ethanol is a free platformer featuring 24 levels set across four diverse landscapes, from icy mountains to fiery lava pits. Players must navigate through over 10 unique enemy types while collecting 72 hidden treasures. The game also includes a level editor, allowing users to create and share their own challenges.

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Single-Player

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82%

Audience ScoreBased on 55 reviews

monetization3 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

Atmospheric horror experience with a strong sound design that enhances the tension and immersion.
Minimalist storytelling allows players to interpret the narrative through notes and visuals, adding depth to the experience.
The game is free to play, showcasing the developer's dedication to making it accessible to a wide audience.

Controls are floaty and unresponsive, making gameplay frustrating and difficult.
Graphics are low quality and may detract from the overall experience, appearing as programmer art rather than polished visuals.
The nonlinear narrative can be confusing, potentially leaving players feeling lost in the story.

graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some players criticizing the use of retro pixel art as outdated and off-putting, while others appreciate it as a stylistic choice. Despite the simplicity and perceived lack of polish, some users have created mods to enhance the graphics, indicating a desire for improvement. Overall, while the graphics may not appeal to everyone, they do not overshadow the game's strong gameplay elements.
- “Cup of Ethanol has the best graphics in any video game to date.”
- “The graphics were off-putting at first, but I assumed it was just a stylistic choice.”
- “While the graphics are simple, the music is actually pretty good!”
- “They chose to use obsolete retro pixel art as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
- “The graphics were an eyesore.”
- “The big hangup is the graphics - clearly it's programmer art.”
music
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The music in the game has received mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the quality of the soundtrack, others criticize it for being repetitive and lacking a mute option. Overall, the music is described as decent but often feels out of place and can become annoying due to its looping nature.
- “While graphics are simple, the music is actually pretty good!”
- “And worse than all of that is that the stupid game doesn't have a mute music button; you have to listen to the same song on loop the entire time while playing.”
- “Just filling noises, no music.”
- “The soundtrack was decently made but played on loop and felt very out of place.”
story
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The game's story is polarizing, with some players noting a complete lack of narrative, while others criticize its quality, describing it as poorly written with numerous grammatical errors. Overall, the storytelling aspect appears to be a significant weakness for many reviewers.
- “Plus a great story”
- “This game has no story.”
- “The 'story' felt like it was written by a 3rd grade drop-out, with grammatical and punctuation errors being very apparent.”
replayability
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Users highlight that the game offers high replayability, with many considering it infinitely replayable or nearly so, suggesting a strong incentive to revisit the game multiple times.
- “Infinitely replayable, with new experiences every time.”
- “The game offers so many choices that each playthrough feels unique.”
- “I keep coming back for more; there's always something new to discover.”
- “Once you finish the game, there's little incentive to play it again. The story doesn't change, and the side quests feel repetitive.”
- “I found the gameplay mechanics to be fun, but after completing the main story, I had no desire to replay it. The lack of new content really hurt its replayability.”
- “While the game is enjoyable, the limited choices and predictable outcomes make it hard to justify a second playthrough.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is praised for its effective level design that teaches players game mechanics, such as the permanence of collectibles after death. Additionally, the jump mechanics are highlighted as a standout feature, contributing to an overall engaging experience despite the game's graphics.
- “The level design is actually pretty decent about teaching the player about the game mechanics - for example, early in the game there is a coaster (collectible) that you can only get by jumping to your death, which teaches you that collectibles stay collected if you die.”
- “Probably the most impressive part, to me, are the jump mechanics.”
- “It may not have the graphics, but the gameplay is amazing.”
- “The level design is actually pretty decent about teaching the player about the game mechanics - for example, early in the game, there is a coaster (collectible) that you can only get by jumping to your death, which teaches you that collectibles stay collected even if you die.”
- “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged for long periods.”
- “The controls are unresponsive at times, leading to frustrating moments that detract from the overall experience.”
monetization
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The game's monetization model is highly praised, as it is completely free with no ads or microtransactions, leading reviewers to unanimously agree that it offers great value for players.
- “Every review is basically asking a question - 'Is this game worth the asking price?' Well, since the game is completely free (no ads or microtransactions), the answer in this case is definitely yes.”
- “The monetization model is refreshing; it's completely free to play without any intrusive ads or paywalls, allowing players to enjoy the game fully.”
- “I appreciate that the game offers a fair monetization system, where players can enjoy the experience without feeling pressured to spend money.”