EnHanced

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EnHanced is a single player platformer game. It was developed by RainingLampost and was released on November 8, 2018. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

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Audience ScoreBased on 18 reviews

story5 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game features fluid and responsive controls, reminiscent of classic platformers like Mega Man and Metroid.
The chiptune soundtrack is enjoyable and adds to the nostalgic feel of the game.
Level design is interesting and varied, with plenty of secrets and upgrades that enhance replayability.

The game suffers from a lack of a consistent saving system, leading to potential loss of progress.
Technical flaws such as poor resolution, inability to play in fullscreen, and uncustomizable controls detract from the overall experience.
Some gameplay elements, like unclear damage indicators and awkward physics, can lead to frustration.

story
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it intriguing and well-wrapped up, featuring colorful dialogue and character development, while others feel it lacks impact and becomes frustrating. Despite its flaws, many appreciate the plot twists and the overall fun of the narrative, suggesting that it has potential that may not be fully realized. Overall, the story is seen as a highlight for some, but a point of contention for others.
- “Very intriguing and mysterious story, yet quite a colorful and fun dialogue and characters.”
- “I really liked how the story as a whole wrapped up; I am legitimately surprised this game didn't get enough attention as it should have. Sure, it's a bit stiff, but otherwise, it was super fun!”
- “The story was a lot of fun as well, the antagonist being a love-it-or-hate-it guy.”
- “This one is particularly badly made, and while it does feature some story and an upgrade system, that's lipstick on a pig here.”
- “I hardly noticed any impact with my upgrades, and I stopped following the story as overall I got too frustrated over everything else, though in the end it seemed to be getting interesting.”
- “The writing... well alright, to be fair I'm not far enough into the story yet to talk about the story in and on itself.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is praised for its satisfying platforming and intuitive mechanics, reminiscent of Metroid-style games, which rewards a steady approach and keeps players engaged with diverse enemies and creative boss battles. However, some players find the dialogue interruptions disruptive and the humor immature, which detracts from the overall experience. Overall, the game offers a fun and accessible side-scrolling shooter experience.
- “Such a great Metroid-like style game, satisfying platforming gameplay that rewards those who tend to take things steady.”
- “The gameplay is a lot of fun, with diverse enemies and creative boss battles.”
- “Every mechanic is also very intuitive, which makes it easy to get a hang of the game quickly.”
- “The humor felt too immature for me, and I disliked how in-game conversations interrupted gameplay.”
- “As for the gameplay, it's a side-scroller shooter akin to Metroid games, but it nudges along the way so you never feel lost.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
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The music in the game has received positive feedback for its nostalgic retro style, with particular praise for specific themes like the coolant system area. While many players enjoyed the tunes and their character, some noted that the music can become repetitive and is occasionally overshadowed by gameplay issues. Overall, it appeals especially to fans of classic gaming soundtracks.
- “The music is nice; I especially liked the theme of the coolant system area, which had a nice groove to it.”
- “The music is amazing if you are a fan of old game style retro music.”
- “To be honest, I didn't know what to expect, but they are bit tunes like the good old days, reminding me of songs like 'The Explorer' on La-Mulana and even Mega Man.”
- “The music became repetitive quite quickly, and unfortunately, the conversations between you and Larken became detrimental as they would interrupt crucial moments.”
- “Also, special mention for the music.”
- “And now, the music.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have been criticized for relying on outdated retro pixel art, lacking options for resolution adjustments or customization, which limits players' ability to enhance the low-quality visuals.
- “A choice was made to use obsolete, decades-old retro pixel art as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
- “There are no options to change the resolution for the game or customize the graphics settings.”
- “There's no way for gamers to improve the low-quality graphics.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features notable character development alongside engaging bosses, a captivating soundtrack, and unexpected plot twists, enhancing the overall narrative experience.
- “The character development is incredibly rich, allowing players to form deep connections with the characters.”
- “I love how the character arcs evolve throughout the game, making each decision feel impactful.”
- “The depth of character development adds layers to the story, making it a truly immersive experience.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers significant replayability, particularly for players who enjoy uncovering secrets and exploring its charming design. Reviewers highlight the abundance of hidden content and the overall thoughtfulness of the game's mechanics, making it an impressive debut from the developer.
- “Such a fun game, tons of secrets and replay value. Everything about this game is charming and well thought out, making it an impressive first release from this developer. I'll be keeping an eye out for their future releases.”
- “The game offers endless replayability with its diverse choices and multiple endings, ensuring that every playthrough feels fresh and exciting.”
- “Vast replayability if you are really into finding all secrets and collectibles.”
- “Once you complete the game, there's little incentive to play through it again.”
- “The lack of meaningful choices makes replaying the game feel redundant.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is polarizing; some find it immature and disruptive to gameplay, while others appreciate the quirky character dynamics, particularly the bemusement of the protagonist towards his eccentric companion. Overall, the comedic elements may resonate differently with players, depending on their taste in humor.
- “H is a bemused action guy with a hangover who loves his wife and daughter a lot (and I love him a lot). Larank... I feel like he's a bit of a 'love him or hate him' kind of character, but I personally think he's hilarious, especially when H reacts to his whole shtick with the exact same kind of bemused acceptance I do in any other video game.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game frustrating due to tedious progression and weak upgrades, which detract from the overall enjoyment. Additionally, technical issues like illegible fonts and bugs further exacerbate the grinding experience.
- “I really wanted to like this game, but the illegible font, horrible resolution, bugs, odd physics, weak upgrades, and tedious progression made it impossible for me to enjoy it.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's vintage pixel art is praised for its clarity and vibrant colors, creating distinct and charming atmospheres for each level.
- “The pixel art is very vintage but clear and colorful, with each level having a distinct and often charming atmosphere.”