DIRTYBLOCK

About

DIRTYBLOCK is a single player action game. It was developed by Cow Games and was released on May 17, 2022. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

In DIRTYBLOCK, the user needs to control a small platform. It moves across the entire lower part of the game space. The platform needs to constantly hit the ball to prevent it from falling. The main purpose of the application is to destroy all the bricks. Knock down all the bricks to get to the next level. Watch that the ball does not hit the heart. If there are no hearts left, y…

Genres & Tags

Indie

Play Modes

Single-Player

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80%

Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

monetization3 negative mentions

The game is enjoyable and provides a relaxing experience, reminiscent of classic arcade games.
For its low price, players feel they get good value, with some stating it pays off multiple times over.
The gameplay is well-balanced and accessible for both beginners and experienced players.

The game is very short, with some players finishing it quickly and wishing for more levels.
It is criticized as an asset flip, lacking depth and originality, and is seen as a cash grab.
Many reviews describe it as one of the worst in the Arkanoid genre, with some players feeling it is a waste of money.

monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization strategy of the game has been heavily criticized as a blatant cash grab, characterized by the use of low-quality asset flips and a lack of originality. Reviewers highlight its release alongside other similar titles in cheap bundles, reinforcing the perception of it being a hastily produced product aimed solely at profit rather than quality.
- “Took a template from the godawful GameMaker Studio from YoYoGames, slapped a couple of asset-flipped sprites on it, and dumped the results onto Steam as a cash grab scam.”
- “Here's some other asset flips from exactly the same template, all shamelessly dumped on Steam as nasty cash grabs.”
- “To cement the position of this asset flip as nothing but a cash grab, it was dumped onto cheap daily indie game shovelware bundles on launch day.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
33%
The gameplay is well-balanced and accessible, appealing to both newcomers and experienced players, with intuitive controls and a satisfying feel. The design is thoughtful and executed effectively, ensuring a smooth experience without excessive difficulty, while the inclusion of dialogues adds variety to the arcade format.
- “The author has perfectly matched the balance in gameplay, controls, and the feeling of the game, which is very pleasing to both beginners and seasoned players in the genre.”
- “Well-thought-out and well-executed gameplay; the balance is clearly present, and there is no trouble with losing every time.”
- “A high-quality and uncomplicated arcade game with a lot of dialogues that enhance the gameplay.”
- “A high-quality and uncomplicated arcade game with a lot of dialogues that dilute the gameplay.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics of the game are described as appealing and well-matched with the sound design, but reviewers feel that they lack depth and variety, suggesting that more content is needed to enhance the overall visual experience.
- “The graphics are underwhelming and feel outdated, lacking the polish expected from modern games.”
- “The visual design is simplistic and doesn't do justice to the potential of the game.”
- “While the aesthetics are decent, they fall short of creating an immersive experience.”