Eared Hero

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Eared Hero is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by Dwarven potion brew and was released on September 29, 2017. It received negative reviews from players.

Dive into the world of "Eared Hero," a 2D platformer with survival elements and striking graphics. Play as a small rabbit, collecting carrots and outsmarting enemies across diverse levels. With simple gameplay and increasing difficulty, this game offers a charming challenge for players of all ages.

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18%

Audience ScoreBased on 49 reviews

story3 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

The game features cute enemy animations that add charm to the gameplay.
Some players find it to be a fun little game for passing the time and enjoy the challenge it presents.
The graphics, while minimal, are considered decent for a simple platformer.

The game is riddled with bugs, including broken achievements and impossible levels, making it frustrating to play.
It lacks sound effects and music, contributing to an overall dull experience.
The controls are unresponsive and slippery, making platforming difficult and unenjoyable.

music
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The game has been criticized for its complete lack of music and sound effects, contrary to what was suggested in the promotional materials. Reviewers have rated the music aspect as a 0/10, highlighting the absence of any auditory elements that could enhance the gameplay experience.
- “Painstakingly simplistic game and level design, okay programming, hardly any animations at all (and all the assets look like basic clip art) and there's no music (despite what the trailer suggests), sound effects, or bonuses.”
- “Music: 0/10”
- “The game has absolutely no sound or music, so perhaps the player is supposed to consider what the world would be like without hearing, even if one had such large ears.”
monetization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the game has been heavily criticized as a cash grab, with the developer using a basic platformer template and asset-flipped sprites to quickly release a low-effort product on Steam. The game was also included in cheap indie bundles shortly after launch, further reinforcing its reputation as part of a trend of low-quality, exploitative releases that rely on fake reviews to boost visibility.
- “The developer, Vyacheslav Shilikhin, took the basic platformer template from Construct 2, slapped a couple of asset-flipped sprites on it, and dumped the results onto Steam as a cash grab scam.”
- “To cement the position of this asset flip as nothing but a cash grab, it was dumped onto cheap daily indie game shovelware bundles very shortly after launch.”
- “They're all written in either Russian or broken English, appear almost immediately after the game launched on Steam, all have a direct Steam purchase of the game, and the accounts are used consistently to write fake reviews for asset flips and other cash grabs/scams.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it frustrating due to difficult jumps and a lackluster overall experience, while others appreciate its simple mechanics and appealing graphics. However, issues like slippery controls and minimal gameplay have detracted from the enjoyment for many.
- “Eared Hero is a simple 2D side-on platformer that apparently includes elements of survival and will delight you with beautiful graphics and simple gameplay.”
- “Looking at the actual gameplay, it is frustrating that the game is just not possible to complete because of impossible jumps, and the overall game experience is not that good as well.”
- “Gameplay: 2/10”
- “The controls were a bit too slippery, and the gameplay too minimal for me.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game are generally well-received, with many praising their beauty and nostalgic charm, though some note that they are not particularly groundbreaking. While the visuals complement the storyline effectively, there are minor bugs and performance issues, such as a lack of graphics options that may lead to overheating on certain hardware. Overall, the graphics evoke a classic platformer feel, striking a balance between simplicity and aesthetic appeal.
- “The graphics and storyline are spot on, there are just a handful of bugs.”
- “Eared Hero is a simple 2D side-on platformer that apparently includes elements of survival and will delight you with beautiful graphics and simple gameplay.”
- “Level graphics are okay in an old-school platformer kind of way: nothing special, but not horrid.”
- “There are no graphics options; it makes a GTX 1070 run a bit hot (no VSync?).”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is well-received, with users praising its quality alongside the graphics, though a few bugs have been noted.
- “The graphics and storyline are spot on; there are just a handful of bugs.”
- “The narrative is incredibly engaging, with well-developed characters and unexpected twists.”
- “The story unfolds beautifully, drawing you in with its rich lore and emotional depth.”
stability
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The game's stability is heavily criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs, frustratingly difficult levels, and issues with broken achievements, leading to a generally negative experience.
- “Buggy mess with impossible levels and broken achievements.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it unplayable at times.”
- “I encountered numerous glitches that ruined my experience.”