Fancy the Frog

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Fancy the Frog is a single player action game. It was developed by Tero Lunkka and was released on July 2, 2021. It received positive reviews from players.

"Fancy the Frog" is a 2D platformer where you play as the titular frog, navigating through 18 levels filled with deadly enemies and treacherous traps. Collect fruits for extra lives, and use moving platforms and jumping pads to your advantage. Watch out for foes like bees, ducks, and slimes, and make sure to avoid spikes and other hazards. With Steam achievements and a saved level system, try to collect all the trophies at the end of each level.

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Audience ScoreBased on 20 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game is reminiscent of classic platformers like Super Mario, providing a fun and nostalgic experience.
It features a variety of enemies and achievements, making gameplay enjoyable and engaging.
The visuals and character designs are appealing, contributing to a pleasant gaming experience.

Controls are very slippery, making gameplay frustrating and difficult.
Level design lacks coherence, with backgrounds not extending properly and no clear structure.
The game is criticized for being an asset flip, lacking depth and originality, and offering minimal content.

gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Gameplay reviews are mixed, with some users criticizing it as overly simplistic and poorly controlled, while others appreciate its nostalgic 8-bit platformer style reminiscent of Mario, highlighting convenient controls, a pleasant visual aesthetic, and a variety of levels that make it an enjoyable time-killer.
- “The game is a good time killer; the gameplay is similar to Mario, so you won't have to get used to it for a long time. Convenient controls, a pleasant visual style, and a sufficient number of levels make it worthwhile.”
- “The game is very interesting and reminiscent of 8-bit platformers like Mario, but with new mechanics.”
- “No anything except overly simplistic, poorly controlled trash gameplay.”
- “That's why I made a short video, so everybody can check the gameplay.”
- “The game is very interesting and similar to 8-bit platformers like 'Mario', only with new mechanics.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features appealing 2D graphics complemented by a strong musical score, enhancing the overall visual and auditory experience.
- “The 2D graphics are charming and complemented by a great musical score.”
- “The visuals are stunning, creating an immersive experience.”
- “The art style is beautifully crafted, making every scene a delight to behold.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is well-received, complementing the nice 2D graphics and enhancing the overall experience.
- “The 2D graphics are nice, and the musical accompaniment enhances the overall experience.”
- “The soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, creating an immersive atmosphere.”
- “I love how the music evolves with the game, adding depth to each level.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is characterized as a humorous platformer featuring a quirky protagonist, a crazy frog, which adds a lighthearted and entertaining element to the gameplay.
- “A hilarious platformer where you control a wacky frog!”
- “The humor is spot-on, with clever jokes and funny character interactions.”
- “I couldn't stop laughing at the quirky dialogue and absurd situations!”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The reviews indicate that "frog story" lacks a narrative, with one user expressing disappointment over the absence of a story element, suggesting that the game could have benefited from a more developed plot.
- “Just by the way, there is no story; I wish there was, though.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of Tero Lunkka/Valkeala Software has been criticized for being unethical, as they are accused of exploiting others' work and releasing it on Steam primarily for profit, rather than offering original or quality content.
- “Tero Lunkka/Valkeala Software has shown a repeated pattern of unethically dumping other people's work onto Steam as a cheap, nasty cash grab.”