Dandy: Or a Brief Glimpse Into the Life of the Candy Alchemist

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Dandy: Or a Brief Glimpse Into the Life of the Candy Alchemist is a single player and multiplayer action game. It was developed by wefiends, Inc. and was released on August 4, 2015. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Dandy: Or a Brief Glimpse into the Life of the Candy Alchemist" is a perma-death side-scrolling shoot 'em up game with procedurally generated maps and thousands of power-up combinations. Up to four players can join in local co-op or online racing mode. The game follows the story of Dandy, the last candy alchemist, on his quest in the ancient world, with reactive enemies that require strategic thinking. The game's ever-changing elements make for a unique experience every time.

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Audience ScoreBased on 45 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

monetization1 negative mentions

The artwork is beautifully done and the game has a whimsical feel, making it visually appealing.
The gameplay is fun and challenging, with a good variety of enemies that require strategic thinking to defeat.
The game offers a unique experience with its rogue-like elements and procedurally generated levels, providing high replay value.

The game can be frustratingly difficult, with some players experiencing issues with enemy projectiles and hit detection.
There are significant system performance issues reported, with some players experiencing problems that affect their entire system.
The lack of a scoring system and the repetitive nature of gameplay can lead to a feeling of stagnation and lack of progress.

graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beautiful and unique cartoon-like art style, created by Kevin Barrios, which features vibrant colors and appealing designs. However, some users note that certain elements, such as enemy designs and item variety, could be improved, particularly given the game's mobile platform. Overall, the visuals contribute positively to the gameplay experience.
- “The artwork is beautifully done by the talented Kevin Barrios and is mind-blowing.”
- “I absolutely love the art style and the soundtrack.”
- “The game is also available on mobile, that explains the art style and why the enemies look rather bland, but trust me, it is a lot better than it looks.”
- “Big share of the items are almost just the same as others and the bullet graphics could be a bit different.”
- “The graphics style of the game is unique and cartoon-like.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is described as fun and engaging, featuring smart enemies and a mix of simplicity and complexity that makes it easy to pick up yet challenging. Players enjoy the randomized power-ups and boss fights, although some mechanics, like bullet damage, can be inconsistent. Overall, the gameplay is fluid and enjoyable, with a unique art style enhancing the experience.
- “The gameplay is ridiculously fun (albeit a bit difficult) and the enemies are smart and well thought out.”
- “Neat art style, nice colors, and gameplay is easy to pick up.”
- “The gameplay is simple; you kill waves of enemies, after some waves you get randomized power-ups and eventually you fight a boss.”
- “A lot of the time the bullets, which is the main game mechanic, don't do damage and just pass over enemies.”
- “The gameplay is simple; you kill waves of enemies, after some waves you get randomized power-ups, and eventually you fight a boss.”
- “Silly game with complex gameplay.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the soundtrack for enhancing the atmosphere and providing a relaxing backdrop, others find it unappealing, likening it to outdated ambient techno. Overall, the art style and music are generally praised, but opinions on the soundtrack's quality vary significantly.
- “I freaking love the art style and the soundtrack.”
- “The artwork, the music, everything.”
- “The only thing I don't care for is the soundtrack, which is some ambient techno nonsense that belongs in a European racing game from the nineties.”
- “The soundtrack really adds to this and provides a relaxing tune for you to shoot and kill your enemies to.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization of Dandy has been criticized as a poorly executed cash grab, with users feeling that the mobile app's transition to Steam lacks effort and quality.
- “Dandy is a mobile app that's been dumped on Steam as a cheap, lazy cash grab.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, often leading to frustration and death not from difficulty, but from the excessive patience required to progress.
- “Under such circumstances, the action becomes tedious, and then you die - not because of the challenge, but because it takes too much patience to survive.”
- “The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
- “I find myself spending more time grinding for resources than actually enjoying the gameplay.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The storyline received a positive reception, with users rating it 4 out of 5 grunts, indicating a compelling narrative that engages players effectively.
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted by its polished and hilarious animations, which effectively enhance the comedic experience. Players appreciate the visual gags and clever timing that contribute to the overall fun.
- “The polished, hilarious animations had me laughing out loud!”
- “The humor in this game is top-notch, with clever writing and funny character interactions.”
- “I love how the game blends humor with gameplay, making every moment enjoyable.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players highlight the game’s significant replayability, noting that it offers a wealth of content and experiences that encourage multiple playthroughs.
- “This game offers tons of replay value, keeping me engaged for hours.”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes makes each playthrough feel fresh and exciting.”
- “With multiple paths and endings, I find myself coming back to explore every possibility.”

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Dandy: Or a Brief Glimpse Into the Life of the Candy Alchemist is a action game.

Dandy: Or a Brief Glimpse Into the Life of the Candy Alchemist is available on PC, Mac OS and Windows.

Dandy: Or a Brief Glimpse Into the Life of the Candy Alchemist was released on August 4, 2015.

Dandy: Or a Brief Glimpse Into the Life of the Candy Alchemist was developed by wefiends, Inc..

Dandy: Or a Brief Glimpse Into the Life of the Candy Alchemist has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its graphics.

Dandy: Or a Brief Glimpse Into the Life of the Candy Alchemist is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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