Drawkanoid

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Drawkanoid is a single player action game. It was developed by dislekcia and was released on January 20, 2020. It received positive reviews from players.

Smash things at hyperspeed in Drawkanoid, a re-imagining of the classic brick-breaking genre. Draw your paddle to bounce blindly fast balls exactly where you want them. There's bullet time to help you out, but the game gets faster as you get better. Upgrade your ship and deploy powerups strategically to help you survive and score huge combos in the blink of an eye. Last brick syndrome is dead!

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Single-Player

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Audience ScoreBased on 21 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

Drawkanoid offers a unique twist on the classic Breakout formula by allowing players to draw their paddle, adding a fresh layer of strategy and engagement.
The game features vibrant graphics and exciting visuals that enhance the gameplay experience, making it visually appealing and satisfying to play.
With a variety of power-ups and upgrades available, players can enjoy a sense of progression and customization throughout their runs.

The game's presentation, while visually striking, can be distracting and make it difficult to track the ball, especially in later levels.
Some players may find the gameplay repetitive and grindy, requiring multiple runs to earn upgrades and progress.
The lack of a tutorial or starting tips can leave new players feeling overwhelmed and unsure of how to effectively play the game.

gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
60%
Gameplay is characterized by a vibrant aesthetic that enhances the experience but can also distract players, particularly in later levels where time constraints increase. The mechanics blend frantic action with strategic elements, creating a satisfying and engaging experience, though some players feel limited by the current design, suggesting potential for more expansive features.
- “Intuitive and interesting gameplay.”
- “The gameplay mixes frantic and chaotic, yet slow and strategic quite well.”
- “A fun base mechanic and exciting visuals make it really satisfying to play.”
- “The use of vibrant, neon colors and sparkling effects are a treat to the eyes, but a distraction to gameplay, especially in later levels when your time to draw the paddle before slow motion ends is drastically reduced.”
- “The gameplay mixes frantic and chaotic elements with slow and strategic moments quite well.”
- “It feels handcuffed; this mechanic could allow for scrolling levels, multiple paddle fields on all sides, or throughout a map, etc.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
50%
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their excellence and vibrant quality, enhancing the overall experience, especially during intense gameplay moments. However, some users report performance issues, such as stuttering, when the visual effects become too demanding for their hardware.
- “Excellent, bright graphics.”
- “The visuals do the game a huge service, especially when you manage to get an insane combo.”
- “A fun base mechanic and exciting visuals make it really satisfying to play.”
- “My computer can't handle the graphics; when there are too many shiny visual effects, the game stutters pretty badly.”
- “The visuals do the game a huge disservice, especially when you manage to get an insane combo.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
67%
The music in the game is praised for its great presentation and high energy, though some users find it somewhat repetitive and dull over time. There are suggestions for improvement, such as adding static backgrounds to enhance the overall experience.
- “Great presentation, even better soundtrack.”
- “The soundtrack is pretty high energy, making it enjoyable overall.”
- “The soundtrack gets a little dull, but it's pretty high energy, so it's not horrible.”
- “The music is somewhat repetitive but fresh nonetheless.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in the game is highlighted by a rare but amusing glitch where a physics-enabled exclamation block can cause a softlock upon destruction, adding a lighthearted twist to the gameplay experience. Players find this more funny than frustrating, especially given the short duration of runs.
- “The game has a unique sense of humor that keeps you laughing, even during intense moments.”
- “I love how the quirky characters and their ridiculous dialogue add a lighthearted touch to the gameplay.”
- “The unexpected physics-based antics lead to hilarious moments that make every playthrough memorable.”