Digby Extreme
- October 16, 2017
- 3 Sprockets
- 7h median play time
Get on Steam"Digby Extreme" is a 3D platformer game where players control a mining robot named Digby. The game is set in various environments, from underground caves to underwater worlds, as Digby collects resources and upgrades his abilities. Players must navigate obstacles, solve puzzles, and defeat enemies to progress through the levels and uncover the mysteries of Digby's universe.
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Reviews
- Addicting gameplay with fun card and level customizations, making it enjoyable for both solo and multiplayer sessions.
- Cute graphics and a relaxing atmosphere, perfect for casual play and winding down after a tough day.
- Great value for the price, offering a satisfying experience with a variety of objectives and customization options.
- The game feels like a rushed mobile port, with inconsistent controls and navigation issues between mouse and keyboard.
- Some gameplay mechanics, such as the reliance on time-limited cards and a grindy progression system, can detract from the overall experience.
- Lack of online leaderboards and limited replayability in solo mode may lead to boredom after a short time.
- gameplay7 mentions
- 86 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The gameplay is highly praised for its addictiveness and fun, featuring engaging card and level customizations that significantly alter the experience. Players appreciate the innovative card modifiers and the solid core mechanics that modernize classic gameplay, although some feel the potential for a more expansive PC version is underutilized. Overall, it offers great value as a budget title with charming graphics and enjoyable music.
“Addicting gameplay with fun card and level customizations.”
“There are some cool card modifiers that can change gameplay dramatically, such as allowing you to drill monsters or lava, taking extra hits, or adding extra difficulty for point multipliers.”
“Great little arcade dig-'em-up with fun gameplay, cute music, bright and cheerful (and most importantly, easily read) graphics, and a decent amount of depth.”
“I do think there is a great deal of potential wasted here; they could have taken the core mechanics and made a full-blown PC exclusive game with non-mobile artwork and more content, which would have commanded a worthy and much higher asking price.”
- monetization6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game has transitioned from a mobile port with microtransactions to a model that eliminates in-app purchases, yet retains a currency system involving gems and coins. While players appreciate the absence of microtransactions, some express frustration with the remaining currency mechanics and the reliance on card buffs for character enhancement. Overall, the monetization approach is seen as a mix of free-to-play elements without the typical mobile game pitfalls.
“Incredibly fun, it is structured like a free-to-play game but with no microtransactions in sight; you just earn the currencies in-game.”
“This is probably a mobile port, but the controller support is great and no in-app purchases that I have seen.”
“The only real problem I have is that it apparently was originally a mobile port, and has a currency system based around microtransactions.”
“Yes, microtransactions were removed, but the weird gems/coins currency exchange remains, and the base character is pitiful without card buffs.”
“Now I want it to be crystal clear that I hate a vast majority of mobile games, mobile game design, microtransactions, and really - anything associated with mobile game culture.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are described as cute, bright, and cheerful, contributing to its fun and casual appeal. However, some users feel that the potential for more sophisticated artwork and content was not fully realized, suggesting that a more polished version could have elevated the game significantly. Overall, the visuals are engaging and accessible, enhancing the gameplay experience.
“Fun little casual game with cute graphics!”
“Great little arcade dig-'em-up with fun gameplay, cute music, bright and cheerful (and most importantly, easily read) graphics, and a decent amount of depth.”
“I do think there is a great deal of potential wasted here; they could have taken the core mechanics and made a full-blown PC exclusive game with non-mobile artwork and more content, which would have commanded a worthy and much higher asking price.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find "Digby Extreme" to be a fun yet grindy experience, with a significant focus on gem collection for achievements. While the grind can be time-consuming, many users appreciate the engaging gameplay that accompanies it.
“I have now 100%ed all achievements and they were very easy to get, but some achievements do take time with lots of gem grinding.”
“Digby Extreme is an awesome little digging game; it is very grindy, but a very fun grindy game.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted as casual and entertaining, making it enjoyable both solo and with friends, despite its challenging gameplay reminiscent of Mr. Driller.
“A casual and simple clone of Mr. Driller, harder than it seems, and funny to play solo or with friends.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game highly addictive, contributing to its strong replayability, making them eager to return for more gameplay.
“Very addictive and replayable.”
- music1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as cute and cheerful, complementing the bright and easily readable graphics, while enhancing the fun gameplay experience.
“Great little arcade dig-'em-up with fun gameplay, cute music, bright and cheerful graphics, and a decent amount of depth.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game revolves around collecting and utilizing unique cards to enhance gameplay, with a total of 63 cards available that offer various benefits like increased drill speed and gem value. Players can earn cards through gameplay mechanics such as collecting gems and completing missions, while also having the option to purchase them with in-game currency.
“The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent narrative, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“Character development is minimal, leaving the players with little emotional investment in the plot.”
“The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises or excitement.”
