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Extra Coin

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96%Game Brain Score
story, gameplay
monetization, grinding
96% User Score Based on 50 reviews

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Extra Coin is a single player and multiplayer role playing game with drama, mystery, thriller and science fiction themes. It was developed by CINIC Games and was released on October 8, 2024. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

In "Extra Coin," players explore The Arcade, a vibrant virtual world where humans live and work, as they search for the protagonist's missing parents and uncover the truth behind its shiny facade. Each day is a loop, allowing players to choose their activities and interactions in this bug-ridden digital utopia. Caution is needed when approaching other residents, as any contact may trigger unwanted glitches.

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96%
Audience ScoreBased on 50 reviews
story23 positive mentions
monetization3 negative mentions
  • Extra Coin features a compelling narrative that explores deep themes of escapism and social isolation, making it a thought-provoking experience.
  • The game boasts beautiful pixel art and a charming aesthetic, which enhances the overall immersion and enjoyment.
  • The gameplay includes a variety of fun mini-games and an engaging duel mechanic that keeps players entertained and invested in the story.
  • Some mini-games can feel repetitive and may not be as enjoyable, with certain mechanics lacking polish or depth.
  • The pacing of the game can be inconsistent, with some players finding the duel mechanics less satisfying than expected.
  • There are minor bugs present, and while they are being addressed, they can detract from the overall experience.
  • story
    51 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is widely praised for its depth, emotional resonance, and engaging character development, with many players appreciating the blend of narrative and gameplay elements, including mini-games and exploration. While some critiques mention its familiarity to other narratives in the genre, the overall consensus highlights a compelling and heartfelt experience that keeps players invested. The art style and aesthetics further enhance the storytelling, making it a recommended title for those who value narrative-driven gameplay.

    • “The story is so deep and meaningful, the characters and character development are great!”
    • “Beautiful short-ish game with a compelling and surprisingly deep story located within a virtual world.”
    • “The story is beautifully told, the aesthetic is superb and the gameplay is buttery smooth and beautiful.”
    • “The meh: the story was basically every other Sword Art Online, Ready Player One-like.”
    • “Upon reflection, the broad storyline is relatively common.”
    • “The main 'game' was kind of fun, but it's basically tennis, which seemed weird when you think about the fact that in the story this is the game that everyone is leaving their reality for.”
  • gameplay
    27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by its responsive mechanics, engaging mini-games, and a unique tennis-squash hybrid combat system that adds depth to the experience. Players appreciate the variety of mini-games and side missions, which contribute to a well-paced narrative and replayability. While the story and visuals are praised, some critiques mention occasional issues with writing clarity and the perceived lack of impact from player choices.

    • “The gameplay is responsive, the mini-games are fun and short, and the multiple choices and story-driven elements make you stop and think.”
    • “Plus, it's a non-violent game: instead of combat, there’s a tennis-squash hybrid mechanic that works surprisingly well and is addictive in a good way.”
    • “From strategic duels to fun mini-games, the gameplay keeps things exciting, while the strong storytelling adds depth and replayability.”
    • “Unfortunately, the letdown for me was the gameplay.”
    • “The advertising doesn't emphasize it, but the main gameplay mechanic is a tennis minigame; it's how you combat NPCs.”
    • “Main gameplay loop is similar to Mario Tennis, but in a box, and hitting the other side gives you points.”
  • graphics
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their stunning art style and charming visuals, with many reviewers highlighting the unique pixel art and beautiful set design. The aesthetics complement the compelling narrative and engaging gameplay, creating an immersive experience that resonates with players. Overall, the visuals are described as a significant strength, enhancing the game's emotional depth and appeal.

    • “Incredible game with a huge soul and beautiful graphics.”
    • “The art style is absolutely stunning, and is probably the most unique art style ever.”
    • “This game was clearly made with heart and passion, gorgeous visuals, and takes place in a not-so-distant dystopian future where tech and war has taken over the world.”
    • “The graphics are underwhelming and fail to impress.”
    • “The character designs lack detail and creativity.”
    • “The overall visual presentation feels outdated and uninspired.”
  • music
    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its engaging and immersive qualities, effectively complementing the narrative and enhancing the overall atmosphere. Reviewers appreciate the enjoyable soundtrack and its fit with the game's themes, although some suggest that specific gameplay sequences, like the rhythm game, could benefit from more tailored songs. Overall, the combination of music, pixel art, and animation contributes to a charming and captivating experience.

    • “The narrative is compelling, the music is enjoyable, and the graphics are charming.”
    • “Great soundtrack, touching story, and fun mini game + loop.”
    • “The soundtrack makes the game very immersive and the art direction is also very nice, using a mix of pixel art with incredible character animation and well done 3D environments.”
    • “However, while I appreciated most of the minigames, for the rhythm game during the concert sequence, I felt it could have been enhanced by featuring dedicated songs to sync up with the gameplay.”
    • “Initially, its music creates a surreal atmosphere that aligns with the utopia the game is focused on.”
  • emotional
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is praised for its heartfelt and touching story, complemented by a great soundtrack and engaging mini-games. Players find the emotional depth of the narrative to be significant, enhancing the overall experience, especially during the sad moments. The combination of creative storytelling and interactive elements creates a beautifully immersive emotional journey.

    • “The story is heartfelt.”
    • “It is beautiful, heartfelt, and creative.”
    • “Lots of mini-games and activities weaved into a very interesting world, and a very touching story (so far!)”
  • monetization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization strategy is subtly integrated, with advertisements not being overly intrusive; however, the core gameplay revolves around a tennis minigame used for combat against NPCs.

    • “The monetization system feels overly aggressive, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending money.”
    • “I feel like I'm constantly being pushed to buy in-game currency just to keep up with the competition.”
    • “The game is fun, but the paywall is frustrating and detracts from the overall experience.”
  • character development
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviewers praise the character development as deep and meaningful, highlighting that the characters are well-crafted and contribute significantly to the overall story.

    • “The story is so deep and meaningful; the characters and character development are great!”
    • “The character arcs are incredibly well-written, making each character's journey feel authentic and engaging.”
    • “I love how the game allows for personal growth and transformation of the characters throughout the story.”
  • grinding
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players express that the grinding aspect of the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of effort akin to having a second life to fully engage with it.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
    • “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
  • atmosphere
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its impressive visuals and well-executed design, complemented by a surreal soundtrack that enhances the utopian theme.

    • “The atmosphere is well executed, and the game looks great visually.”
    • “The music creates a surreal atmosphere that aligns perfectly with the utopia the game is focused on.”
    • “Initially, its music creates a surreal atmosphere that aligns with the utopia the game is focused on.”
  • replayability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the game highly replayable due to its engaging strategic duels and entertaining mini-games, complemented by a strong narrative that enhances the overall experience.

    • “From strategic duels to fun mini-games, the gameplay keeps things exciting, while the strong storytelling adds depth and replayability.”
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Extra Coin is a role playing game with drama, mystery, thriller and science fiction themes.

Extra Coin is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5 and others.

On average players spend around 2 hours playing Extra Coin.

Extra Coin was released on October 8, 2024.

Extra Coin was developed by CINIC Games.

Extra Coin has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its monetization.

Extra Coin is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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