Divine Dynamo Flamefrit

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In "Divine Dynamo Flamefrit," play as Yuto in top-down slashing stages and pilot the robot Flamefrit in first-person boss battles. Master both styles of gameplay to restore peace in the parallel world of Hologard, where you can find allies to summon in battle and explore a magical realm.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

86%

Audience ScoreBased on 84 reviews

gameplay14 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features charming artwork and a nostalgic retro style that appeals to fans of classic games.
Boss fights are well-designed and provide a satisfying challenge, requiring players to learn patterns and timing.
The game is short but fun, making it a good option for players looking for a quick gaming experience.

The gameplay can feel repetitive and lacks depth, with limited enemy types and no real incentive to explore.
Controls can be unresponsive, particularly during combat, making it frustrating to execute actions effectively.
The game is very short, with some players feeling it doesn't justify the price as a standalone title.

gameplay
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
41%
50%
9%
The gameplay is generally solid and enjoyable, featuring a mix of top-down mechanics and first-person boss battles that encourage pattern recognition and skill execution. While it captures the nostalgic feel of a 1990s tie-in game with fun visuals and voice acting, many players find the mechanics lack depth and the overall experience can become repetitive quickly. Despite its simplicity, the game offers rewarding moments, particularly in boss fights, but may be best appreciated during a sale due to its short length and limited content.
- “Solid gameplay with skills that interact with each other and the environment.”
- “It's intended to capture the feel of a 1990s tie-in game for a TV show that never actually existed, and it succeeds at that with fun gameplay, nicely animated cartoony visuals, good voice acting, and a fairly well-balanced challenge.”
- “The art style and presentation are great, the writing is fun, and the gameplay is tight.”
- “I loved the art, the characters, and the style, but the gameplay was boring in less than an hour. You should know the Quintet trilogy is possibly my favorite trilogy of all time, and it's not that they were known for their depth, but their depth is abyssal compared to what is presented in this.”
- “There's not really much mechanical depth to explore, and it's over very quickly.”
- “This game is here to be cheesy with basic gameplay that evolves only with 3 simple new abilities.”
graphics
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
73%
14%
14%
The graphics are praised for their nostalgic 1990s aesthetic, featuring nicely-animated, cartoony visuals that effectively capture the feel of a retro tie-in game. Reviewers commend the art style and presentation as well-executed, enhancing the overall experience despite the game's short length and limited replay value. While the visuals are appealing, some suggest that the game may not offer enough content to justify its price for all players.
- “It's intended to capture the feel of a 1990s tie-in game for a TV show that never actually existed, and it succeeds at that with fun gameplay, nicely-animated cartoony visuals, good voice acting, and a fairly well-balanced challenge.”
- “The art style and presentation are great, the writing is fun, and the gameplay is tight.”
- “I mean, graphically it's gorgeous, the characters are nice, the gameplay is fun and reminds me of a lot of things I like.”
- “The good things that are saving it are the price and artwork.”
- “I would say it's worth around five bucks if you like the concept, just keep in mind that it isn't a casual game despite the aesthetic and you are likely to get very frustrated if you don't enjoy replaying sections to proceed.”
- “That said, the artwork and music are well done, on top of the simple yet enjoyable hack and slash gameplay.”
music
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
22%
11%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with many players praising its quality and memorability, particularly the title screen song. While the overall presentation, including graphics and music, enhances the gameplay experience, some reviewers note that the lack of replay value diminishes its long-term appeal. Overall, the soundtrack contributes positively to the game's enjoyment.
- “I love the song from the title screen.”
- “The sprite work is very well done and the music is memorable.”
- “All in all, it was fun to play despite all that; the game looks good, has good music, and is priced decently.”
- “The soundtrack is a 6.5.”
- “The artwork and music are well done, on top of the simple yet enjoyable hack and slash gameplay.”
story
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
64%
21%
The story is described as simplistic and reminiscent of a 90s abridged narrative, focusing on familiar tropes like finding friends and defeating villains. While the humor and style align well with the gameplay, many reviewers note a lack of context and character development, leaving players wanting more depth. Overall, the story serves its purpose but may not satisfy those seeking a richer narrative experience.
- “The story's also pretty simple, you find your friends, you beat up the bad guys, you save the day.”
- “The humor, style, and story all know what the goal is and work toward that end.”
- “The story feels like a 90's abridged story.”
- “The story is also pretty simple; you find your friends, you beat up the bad guys, you save the day.”
- “There isn't much context to the story; who anyone is, or why they are there is only loosely explained (but apparently makes sense if you played card-en-ciel).”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is noted for its self-awareness and cleverness, with players finding it amusing that many who completed the game still lost in the final battle. Additionally, the juxtaposition of the game feeling like a "demo" despite being a full release adds to the comedic tone, as the humor, style, and story cohesively align with the game's overall intent.
- “It's funny that everyone who cleared the game lost to the final battle as well.”
- “I find it very funny that the game has a 'demo' when the full game still feels like a demo.”
- “The humor, style, and story all know what the goal is and work toward that end.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The game lacks significant replayability, especially when compared to other titles from Inti Creates, such as Gunvolt 2 and the Blaster Master Zero trilogy, which offer more engaging content for repeated playthroughs. Overall, players find little incentive to revisit the game after completing it.
- “Aside from that, there's certainly not anywhere near as much replay value as a 'real' Inti Creates title like Gunvolt 2, the Blaster Master Zero trilogy, or Card-en-Ciel.”
- “- no replay value.”
- “- no replay value.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Players appreciate the game's optimization mechanics, noting that strategic elements like the dodge roll's time-slowing effect can be leveraged for more efficient gameplay, particularly during boss fights. This encourages players to refine their strategies for optimal performance.
- “There's lots of little opportunities to save time with mechanics like how the dodge roll slows time when it overlaps an enemy hitbox (so in a perfect run you try to avoid that, since it slows your movement speed during the time slow), and general boss fight optimization.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players note that the game lacks traditional grinding or collecting mechanics, resulting in a continuous progression without the need for repetitive tasks. This design choice allows for a more fluid gameplay experience.