Dashing Fire
- November 12, 2020
- Blackthornprod Games
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PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features beautiful art and music, creating an engaging atmosphere.
- Gameplay is fast-paced and fun, with a unique movement system and plenty of replayability.
- The game is challenging but rewarding, offering a sense of progression and satisfaction as players improve their skills.
- The game can feel short, with some players completing it in under an hour, leading to concerns about value for money.
- Difficulty spikes can be frustrating, especially in later levels and against certain bosses.
- Some players found the final boss underwhelming compared to the rest of the game, and there are complaints about certain gameplay mechanics feeling unfair.
- gameplay19 mentions
- 58 % positive mentions
- 32 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The gameplay is widely praised for its fun, fast-paced mechanics and creative enemy designs across four distinct worlds, each offering unique challenges. While many players enjoy the engaging and varied gameplay, some find certain levels tedious and express disappointment with the final boss mechanics. Overall, the combination of great visuals, music, and innovative gameplay contributes to a highly enjoyable experience.
“There are plenty of bosses and mechanics in this game, and I think it is lots of fun to play.”
“The different mechanics and enemies (especially in later areas) are super creative and engaging.”
“The art is amazing, and the gameplay is fast and quirky; it is so amazing!”
“Some levels and designs serve as a chore more than a mechanic.”
“I do like the gameplay aspect, and dying feels punishing, but that's what a roguelike game is supposed to do.”
- music16 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 19 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its beauty and catchiness, contributing significantly to the overall experience alongside the impressive art and gameplay. Many players highlight specific tracks, such as "Forest Frenzy," as standout pieces, while some note that the music occasionally feels out of place in relation to the gameplay. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a strong asset, enhancing the game's polished presentation.
“The sound effects and the music are breathtaking.”
“The music is beautiful and the whole game is polished.”
“Amazing music and art, very beautiful and fun.”
“- The music feels out of place at times.”
- graphics13 mentions
- 62 % positive mentions
- 15 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their cute, colorful, and vibrant art style, which enhances the overall gameplay experience. Many reviewers highlight the beautiful visuals and atmospheric design, noting that they contribute significantly to the game's appeal, although some suggest the addition of quality settings for older machines. Overall, the graphics are considered a standout feature, complementing the fun and challenging gameplay.
“The art and graphics are amazing and the gameplay is really fun.”
“The atmosphere and art style are breathtaking, and I love everything about the aesthetics.”
“Noah's visuals have always been super fun, bouncy, and colorful, and it's no different here.”
“Although some graphics quality settings could be useful for older machines.”
“Another thing that stays consistent since TDW, if not improved here, is the art style.”
“Lovable art style, reminds me of the Flash days in a way.”
- replayability5 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The game boasts significant replayability, offering players numerous hours of enjoyment through exploration, collection, and the opportunity to earn currency for lore and shortcuts. Completing the main story unlocks additional content, enhancing the overall replay value.
“The replay value is big here, and it will certainly give you loads of hours of fun while you play it.”
“If you complete all 4 worlds, you fight the final boss to complete the story, but there is so much replayability as you can earn currency to spend on lore and shortcuts.”
“Not to mention that this game does indeed have a replayability factor.”
“There is a lot of replayability and so much to explore and collect.”
- story4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The story is engaging and features a final boss battle after completing all four worlds, offering replayability through currency that can be spent on lore and shortcuts. However, some users note that the game is not heavily story-driven overall.
“And the story is very interesting!”
“If you complete all 4 worlds, you fight the final boss to complete the story, but there is so much replayability as you can earn currency to spend on lore and shortcuts.”
“Story is also good, but this is not that much of a story-driven game anyways.”
“The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent narrative, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“Character development is minimal, leaving the players feeling disconnected from the protagonists.”
“The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises or emotional impact.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its breathtaking art style and immersive sound design, creating a captivating aesthetic that enhances the overall experience.
“The atmosphere and art style are breathtaking, and I love everything about the aesthetics.”
“And the art is very atmospheric, combined with the sounds.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, users report a positive experience with stability, noting the absence of bugs or glitches during gameplay.
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time and effort to progress, suggesting that it may feel like a second job.
“You'll need a second life for grinding, mate.”
“The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
“I spent hours grinding, and it just felt like a chore.”
