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Fantastic Fist

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98%Game Brain Score
gameplay, music
replayability
98% User Score Based on 62 reviews

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Fantastic Fist is a single player platformer game. It was developed by 100th_Coin and was released on February 28, 2024. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

"Fantastic Fist" is a platforming game that combines keyboard and mouse controls for a unique experience. Players move their character with the keyboard and use the mouse to punch objects with a giant fist. The game features hidden collectibles, a variety of punchable objects, challenging bonus levels, and boxes with faces and hats. It was solo developed by Chris Siebert, with valuable feedback from playtesters.

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98%
Audience ScoreBased on 62 reviews
gameplay12 positive mentions
replayability3 negative mentions

  • The game features a unique and engaging mechanic that combines keyboard and mouse controls, allowing for creative gameplay and puzzle-solving.
  • Levels are well-designed with a variety of mechanics introduced seamlessly, keeping the gameplay fresh and challenging throughout.
  • The art style, music, and overall atmosphere of the game are charming and contribute to an enjoyable experience.
  • Some mechanics can feel finicky or unintuitive, leading to moments of frustration during gameplay.
  • The game can become quite challenging quickly, which may deter players who prefer a more casual experience.
  • There is a lack of clear rewards for speedrunning levels, which may leave some players feeling unmotivated to improve their times.
  • gameplay
    44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by a dynamic introduction of innovative mechanics that are both engaging and easy to grasp, allowing players to quickly adapt while still facing challenges. The level design is clever and encourages exploration, with a variety of creative mechanics that enhance the platforming experience. Despite some minor frustrations with specific mechanics, the overall gameplay is praised for its fluidity, depth, and the seamless integration of new elements, making it a captivating and enjoyable platformer.

    • “The game constantly introduces new mechanics, and does so in a logical, seamless way.”
    • “The music is superb, the mechanics endlessly deep and engaging, and the gameplay easy to learn but challenging to master.”
    • “With its challenging gameplay, innovative mechanics, and abundance of levels to conquer, this game effortlessly captivates and entertains.”
    • “I actually found out how annoying this mechanic is right before making this review because, geez, even though you only use it for like 2-3 rooms, it's still enough to anger you, because needing to be cautious of your own fist is just pure baloney.”
    • “Some more advanced mechanics and movement options are not explained until a bit further into the game, so keep an eye on those.”
    • “For the most part, it's pretty basic, but there are two mechanics that really set the game apart.”
  • music
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its superb quality and engaging composition, with a standout main theme that recurs throughout the soundtrack. Players appreciate the seamless integration of music with the game's atmosphere, art style, and gameplay mechanics, highlighting its charm and personality. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a significant strength, enhancing the overall experience of this unique platformer.

    • “The music is superb, the mechanics endlessly deep and engaging, and the gameplay easy to learn but challenging to master.”
    • “In summary: a charming 2D collectathon platformer with a clever twist on the genre, a great soundtrack, expertly crafted levels, and a lot of personality.”
    • “The standout theme is the main theme, which gets interwoven into the other songs as a motif.”
    • “I can pick whatever songs I want to listen to while I platform, and visit them again later.”
    • “Fun and unique platformer with fluid gameplay, tricky puzzles, cute graphics, a well-composed soundtrack and sick speed tech (if you're into that)!”
  • graphics
    13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charming and unique art style, featuring adorable pixel graphics and meticulous attention to detail. Reviewers note the heavy influence of classic aesthetics, likening it to SMB3, while highlighting the memorable and idiosyncratic visuals that complement the engaging gameplay and soundtrack. Overall, the graphics contribute significantly to the game's appeal, making it a standout in the puzzle platformer genre.

    • “It's got adorable pixel graphics and a really unique puzzle platformer design.”
    • “The artwork is stunning and filled with so much attention to detail such as the way Vivi squishes when fast falling to the way the coins explode when collected.”
    • “While you shouldn't expect the graphics or scope of a new Mario game (or the price tag), the passion for the game and the genre bleeds through.”
    • “The graphics of this game are really idiosyncratic and memorable.”
    • “There is heavy SMB3 influence in the aesthetics.”
  • humor
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is highlighted by its clever jokes, amusing cutscenes, and funny character designs, which consistently elicit laughter throughout the experience. Players appreciate the integration of humor with the unique art style and engaging music, making each moment enjoyable. Overall, the comedic elements enhance the straightforward plot and contribute to the game's charm.

    • “I like the unique art style, the music, the dash of humor, and the tight controls.”
    • “That's right, we can't forget about the awesome music, the funny jokes, and the great artwork.”
    • “Each cutscene always made me laugh, so they were a treat whenever I got one.”
  • replayability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players appreciate the game's replayability due to the comprehensive notebook feature, which provides essential information on missed collectibles, locations to revisit, and tutorials for mechanics, encouraging exploration and repeated playthroughs.

    • “The notebook provides all the information you need for collecting: it tracks the coins you've missed, guides you on where to go, offers brief tutorials on replayable mechanics, and more.”
    • “The notebook tells you all you need to know for collecting: what coins you've missed, where you need to go, brief tutorials on replayable mechanics, and more.”
    • “Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to go back and replay the game.”
    • “The lack of varied outcomes or branching paths makes replaying the game feel redundant.”
  • character development
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development is highlighted through competent pixel art and humorous character designs, which enhance the straightforward plot with engaging cutscenes. However, the depth of character growth may be limited, focusing more on visual appeal than complex narratives.

    • “The character development is incredibly engaging, with each character's backstory adding depth to the overall narrative.”
    • “I love how the characters evolve throughout the game, making their journeys feel personal and relatable.”
    • “The interactions between characters are well-written, showcasing their growth and changing relationships in a meaningful way.”
  • atmosphere
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its cohesive design, with users noting the impressive achievement of solo developer Chris Siebert in creating not only the game mechanics and physics but also the art and music, which contribute significantly to the overall experience.

    • “The game's atmosphere is held together really well, and it is impressive that Chris Siebert solo-developed not just the game physics and mechanics, but also the art and music.”
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Fantastic Fist is a platformer game.

Fantastic Fist is available on PC, Mac OS, Windows and Linux.

Fantastic Fist was released on February 28, 2024.

Fantastic Fist was developed by 100th_Coin.

Fantastic Fist has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its replayability.

Fantastic Fist is a single player game.

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