Ember Kaboom
- June 3, 2016
- Josh Koenig (Slashandz)
Get on SteamEmber's a fox who loves adventure. Run, jump, and ride through 30+ colorful, fast-paced obstacle courses in a quest to get your missing soul back!
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Reviews
- Ember Kaboom features charming pixel art and a variety of level gimmicks that keep gameplay interesting.
- The game is a fun, simple platformer that appeals to fans of classic 2D platformers, offering a decent experience for its price.
- Many players found the game enjoyable and worth replaying, with some levels reminiscent of well-designed Mario Maker stages.
- The controls can feel floaty and imprecise, leading to frustrating moments, especially with challenging physics.
- The game lacks replay value and does not include achievements or trading cards, which may disappoint some players.
- Some levels are considered unfairly difficult, with curveballs that can make gameplay feel frustrating at times.
- music6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The music in the game features a mix of energetic upbeat tracks and jazzy slow tunes, enhancing the overall experience with standout pieces like the underwater theme. Players appreciate the variety, noting that the soundtrack complements the game's fun and cute aesthetic while providing both relaxing and heart-pumping moments throughout its 30+ levels. Overall, the music is considered a significant highlight that adds value to the gameplay.
“So far I am only at stage 8, but I am really enjoying the game. It's fun, cute, and enjoyable. The music is great, especially the underwater theme song. Overall, the game is neatly presented; however, it can be hard at certain points. But if you have the determination and patience, this game is for you, or if you are just a big Mario fan.”
“With 30+ levels, the relaxing or sometimes heart-pumping music makes this game worth the money.”
“The music features energetic upbeat tracks along with some jazzy, slow, steady tunes that create a delightful atmosphere.”
“The music is a shop filled with quilts and some energetic upbeat tracks with some jazzy slow steady tunes that make up.”
“With 30+ levels, relaxing or sometimes heart-pumping music, this game is worth the money.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics are characterized as decent pixel art, contributing to a simple yet cute art style that complements the platformer genre. However, the overall visual experience is described as unremarkable, with little impact beyond its aesthetic charm.
“The graphics are decent pixel art.”
“The graphics are decent pixel art, but the tunes didn't leave an impact (although I played much of the game with the volume low so I could listen to videos in the background).”
“It's just a simple little platformer with a cute art style.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users express significant frustration with the gameplay, particularly highlighting issues related to overheating that detract from the overall experience.
“The gameplay is incredibly frustrating due to constant overheating issues.”
“The gameplay is incredibly frustrating due to constant overheating issues.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game has been criticized for lacking replay value, with users noting that while some levels offer enjoyable and relaxing experiences, the overall incentive to replay is minimal. Despite this, it has received a high rating of 8.8/10, indicating that players still find it worthwhile for a single playthrough.
“There's no replay value whatsoever.”
“The game lacks any incentive to play again after finishing it.”
“Once you complete the game, there's little reason to return.”
