Doughlings: Arcade

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88% User Score Based on 73 reviews

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Doughlings: Arcade is a single player arcade action adventure game. It was developed by Hero Concept and was released on May 8, 2018. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

In "Doughlings: Arcade," players navigate through levels as Morpsi, a shapeshifting dough creature. Using Morpsi's abilities, players must clear each level of enemies and obstacles, while rescuing other doughlings. With its unique art style and variety of levels, Doughlings: Arcade offers a fresh take on the classic arcade genre.

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Audience ScoreBased on 73 reviews

gameplay10 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

Doughlings: Arcade offers a unique twist on the classic Arkanoid gameplay with diverse characters and abilities, making it engaging and fun.
The game features vibrant graphics and a charming art style that appeals to both kids and adults, enhancing the overall experience.
With a level editor and a variety of power-ups, the game provides ample content and replayability, keeping players entertained for hours.

The gameplay can become repetitive, with some levels lacking diversity and the ball's bouncing mechanics feeling unpredictable and frustrating.
There are issues with achievement tracking and some power-ups being less effective than others, which can detract from the overall experience.
The soundtrack is short and repetitive, which may lead to a less enjoyable auditory experience during extended play sessions.

gameplay
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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48%
12%
The gameplay of Doughlings: Arcade is praised for its engaging blend of classic brick-breaking mechanics and puzzle elements, offering a refreshing variety of power-ups and challenges that keep players invested. While some find it somewhat repetitive, the overall experience is enhanced by smooth controls, dynamic levels, and a charming aesthetic, making it a standout title in the arcade genre. Players appreciate the satisfying sense of accomplishment and the game's ability to build reflexes, with enough content to remain entertaining over time.
- “Doughlings Arcade is a delightful breath of fresh air in the world of arcade games, seamlessly blending classic gameplay with a unique and charming twist.”
- “The classic brick-breaking mechanics are given a delightful makeover as you guide your doughy protagonist through various levels filled with challenges and surprises.”
- “The game introduces a refreshing variety of power-ups and unique obstacles that keep the gameplay dynamic and engaging.”
- “Somewhat repetitive gameplay.”
- “Gameplay may not be hard, but it creates a visual tension and the game builds up your reflexes as expected.”
- “Doughlings: Arcade is quite a good attempt to bring the traditional brick-breaking gameplay mixed with puzzle bobble mechanics and refreshed by some new features to modern PCs.”
graphics
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
41%
41%
18%
The graphics of the game have been widely praised for their modern aesthetics and nostalgic charm, effectively blending classic styles with contemporary visuals. Players appreciate the polished and stylish design, which features vibrant colors, engaging character animations, and a variety of visual effects that enhance the overall experience. Overall, the graphics contribute significantly to the game's appeal, making it visually captivating for both younger and older audiences.
- “The first thing that captured my attention was the game's endearing visuals.”
- “Doughlings Arcade manages to strike the perfect balance between nostalgia and modern aesthetics, making it a joy to look at from start to finish.”
- “While it should be appealing to both kids and adults alike, it offers tons of really cool special effects, power-ups, and an art style that will surely make you smile!”
- “Visuals feel like really polished Amiga games (Pinball Fantasies, Speedball 2, etc.). The graphics are so neat and stylish.”
- “Graphics: 7”
- “This arcade game is quite amazing; I'm willing to give it a 9.5/10. Its story is quite cringeworthy, but the gameplay, the graphics, and how smooth it is puts it at the top of these kinds of games on Steam right now.”
music
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally described as upbeat and cheerful, enhancing the overall experience, but it suffers from repetitiveness and a lack of variety. While some players appreciate the catchy tunes that complement the gameplay, others find the soundtrack short and the sound effects, particularly the ball hitting sounds, to be annoying. Overall, the music is seen as a positive aspect, but improvements in variety and originality are desired.
- “The upbeat soundtrack and cheerful sound effects add to the sense of joy and make each level a delightful auditory experience.”
- “The design is great, power-ups are varied, the sounds suit the tone of the game perfectly and there's a little upbeat song on a loop that goes well with the gameplay.”
- “It has simple yet beautiful character design and catchy gameplay music.”
- “Soundtrack good but short and repetitive”
- “- repetitive music”
- “it'd be better if there were more variety in the music.”
story
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
23%
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The game's story is described as having a good foundation but is limited in depth, featuring only a couple of brief cutscenes and an open-ended cliffhanger that leads to a sequel. While some players find the narrative cringeworthy, others appreciate its nostalgic elements and the engaging gameplay mechanics that accompany it. Overall, the storytelling is seen as a secondary aspect, with the focus primarily on gameplay and design.
- “The story-telling is performed via narrator and is yet another thing that endeared the game in a big way.”
- “Really fine-tuned mechanics, an enjoyable story to follow, and even better, a level editor!”
- “[h1] Finally [/h1] a nostalgic game, with an interesting storyline, and colorful design.”
- “The story is just an open-ended cliffhanger with only 1 or 2 one-minute cutscenes, so don't buy it for the 'story'.”
- “This game has no replay value and no other modes besides the main 'story' one.”
- “The storytelling is performed via a narrator, which detracts from the overall experience.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game runs smoothly without any noticeable bugs or glitches, ensuring a good playability experience; however, it is not optimized for the Steam overlay.
- “Everything runs smoothly; I didn't see any bugs or glitches that ruin the playability.”
- “The optimization is top-notch, allowing for a seamless gaming experience.”
- “I appreciate how well-optimized the game is; it runs flawlessly on my system.”
- “Not optimized for Steam Overlay.”
- “The game suffers from significant performance issues, making it frustrating to play.”
- “There are frequent frame drops and stuttering, which detracts from the overall experience.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's humor is highlighted as a key element, combining cleverness with a charming aesthetic that enhances the overall experience. Players find it funny and engaging, with a mix of challenging gameplay that adds to its appeal.
- “Its clever blend of classic gameplay, captivating visuals, and a touch of humor make it a standout title that captivates players from the very first level.”
- “It is very funny, and sometimes pretty hard, and it looks cute.”
- “Funny simple game with good features.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers limited replayability due to the absence of modes beyond the main story; however, it compensates with substantial content and features like a level editor and leaderboards that encourage replaying.
- “Aside from that, for what it's worth, you're getting a game with a huge amount of content and a lot of built-in replayability thanks to the level editor and leaderboards.”
- “This game has no replay value, no other modes than the main 'story' one.”
- “The lack of different game modes really limits the replayability.”
- “Once you finish the main story, there's little incentive to play again.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
While the reviews highlight the visually appealing character designs and imaginative environments, they do not provide substantial insights into character development in terms of depth or growth. The focus remains on aesthetics and gameplay rather than the evolution of characters throughout the game.
- “The vibrant colors, playful character designs, and imaginative environments create a visually appealing experience that immediately puts a smile on your face.”
- “It has simple yet beautiful character design and catchy gameplay music.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is enhanced by exceptional sound design that beautifully complements its whimsical tone, creating an immersive experience for players.
- “The sound design deserves special mention, as it complements the game's overall whimsical atmosphere perfectly.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Doughlings Arcade is praised for its heartwarming qualities, making it an emotionally engaging and addictive experience within the arcade gaming genre.
- “In conclusion, Doughlings Arcade is a heartwarming and addictive addition to the arcade gaming scene.”

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Doughlings: Arcade is a arcade action adventure game.

Doughlings: Arcade is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, Mac OS and others.

Doughlings: Arcade was released on May 8, 2018.

Doughlings: Arcade was developed by Hero Concept.

Doughlings: Arcade has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its optimization.

Doughlings: Arcade is a single player game.

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