Firegirl: Hack 'n Splash Rescue

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Firegirl: Hack 'n Splash Rescue is a 2D action game where you play as a firefighting heroine. Use your fire hose to extinguish flames and rescue civilians, while also battling monsters in the inferno. Upgrade your equipment and abilities to take on bigger challenges in procedurally generated levels.

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Firegirl: Hack 'n Splash Rescue screenshot

67%

Audience ScoreBased on 160 reviews

story12 positive mentions

stability4 negative mentions

The game features beautiful visuals and a unique blend of 2D and 3D art styles, making it visually appealing.
The gameplay loop is engaging, with a rewarding upgrade system that allows players to improve their abilities and tackle challenges more effectively.
Despite its challenges, the game offers a fun and frantic experience as players rush to rescue survivors while managing time and resources.

The procedural generation of levels can lead to frustrating experiences, as players may encounter unfair layouts and obstacles that hinder progress.
Controls can feel unresponsive and clunky, particularly when using the hose and navigating through the environment, leading to cheap deaths.
The game can be punishingly difficult at the start, with a steep learning curve that may deter some players from continuing.

story
86 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
77%
9%
The game's story is generally considered light and somewhat disjointed, serving primarily as a backdrop for the gameplay rather than a central focus. Players noted that while the narrative includes elements of betrayal and humor, it often feels repetitive and is revealed through collectible "fire tomes," which can be difficult to track down. Overall, the story is seen as a quirky addition that enhances the experience but is not the main draw of the game.
- “The story, although short, did give me a good laugh.”
- “Story-wise, you are a fire girl set out to put out fires, and then it turns into a story of betrayal and revenge.”
- “There is a deeper story here which you will discover throughout your time in the game; nice to see some sort of story implemented in a roguelike platformer for a change of pace.”
- “Also, I'm sorry to say it, but this is the type of game that only has a story as kind of an 'explanation' to what's going on, not as something to get engaged in.”
- “The story is pretty bare bones, which would be fine if it didn't literally tell you everything that was going on long before it becomes relevant.”
- “The story on the other hand feels almost hampered by the choice to go with procedurally generated levels.”
gameplay
45 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
49%
42%
9%
The gameplay is characterized by its engaging mechanics and arcade-like feel, offering a fun and rewarding experience despite some initial difficulty and repetitiveness. While the graphics and music enhance the overall enjoyment, players have noted issues with control responsiveness and level design that can lead to frustration. Overall, the game provides a solid experience for fans of the genre, particularly after mastering its mechanics and unlocking upgrades.
- “Despite occasional difficulty spikes and technical issues, it's a must-play for fans of the genre seeking intense action and rewarding gameplay.”
- “The gameplay loop is very engaging.”
- “Gameplay is super satisfying, but definitely takes skill; the push back from the water to fly is a super fun mechanic and upgrading really increases the weight behind the water.”
- “Slow gameplay with bad feedback and bad level generation make for a frustrating experience.”
- “I die 98% of the time to the same stupid mechanic.”
- “Awful game engine, bad controls and repetitive gameplay.”
graphics
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
58%
34%
8%
The graphics in the game have received widespread praise for their impressive blend of pixel art and 3D effects, creating a visually appealing and unique aesthetic. Many players appreciate the cute art style and atmospheric backdrops, although some have noted issues with the 2.5D perspective affecting gameplay clarity. Overall, the visuals are considered a standout feature, enhancing the game's charm and engagement.
- “The graphics are impressive in this game, going for a 2.5D pixel mixed with some cartoon-style backdrops and overlays to give you a chill atmospheric vibe, even though nothing is chill about it.”
- “Visuals are spectacular, and the gameplay is challenging but fun.”
- “I also enjoy the different 2.5D perspective to the pixel art style; it honestly feels refreshing to look at, especially with the added water reflections.”
- “It is aesthetically jarring when paired with the clean and detailed 3D maps.”
- “The biggest problems are the 2.5D graphics and camera.”
- “Still needs some graphic optimization though, really, even on mid-low graphical settings the Nekotomi Plaza stage is making my GPU explode.”
music
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
82%
6%
12%
The music in the game receives widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising its catchiness and quality, describing it as a standout feature that enhances the overall experience. The soundtrack is noted for being both enjoyable and fitting, complementing the game's art style and gameplay mechanics effectively. Overall, the music contributes significantly to the game's appeal, making it a memorable aspect for players.
- “The music is soooo good and it has super fun platforming... also rogue-lite features make it so I don't mind replaying similar content.”
- “Solid platforming, incredible soundtrack and rewarding, deep upgrade systems.”
- “The soundtrack is top notch, it's both retro and still not grating.”
- “I love the art and the soundtrack, but this is an extremely buggy experience.”
- “I really, really like the art in this game, the soundtrack, and I think the game loop can be improved and tightened up to make it an even better game.”
stability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
80%
The game's stability is a mixed bag; while it runs smoothly without crashes and features fluid animations, players report numerous bugs that disrupt gameplay, such as freezing issues, overlapping menus, and problematic level design that can hinder progression. Overall, the experience is marred by these technical issues despite some positive aspects.
- “It runs great, doesn't crash, and the animations are smooth.”
- “The levels work well without any glitches or interruptions.”
- “I haven't experienced any stability issues; everything runs seamlessly.”
- “I love the art and the soundtrack, but this is an extremely buggy experience.”
- “It's buggy and the story is a bit disjointed (especially at the end in both cases).”
- “Fire walls overtook me and locked me in place, spending more than 3 minutes on a level and the game freezes, menus overlap each other when you hire a new recruit, the subway level had cars driving through each other making progression impossible.”
optimization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
The game suffers from significant optimization issues, requiring high power consumption to maintain consistent frame rates even on low settings, and it struggles with graphical performance that can overwhelm GPUs, particularly in certain stages. While there are some improvements in money scaling, overall graphical optimization remains a critical area needing attention.
- “The story is a little light and kind of difficult to unlock its progression, but this is purely an action title that lives and dies by its tight performance, killer music, and gorgeous visuals.”
- “Money scaling is optimized.”
- “The game is not optimized, so expect to use high TDP to hit consistent FPS even on the lowest settings.”
- “Still needs some graphic optimization though; really, even on mid-low graphical settings, the Nekotomi Plaza stage is making my GPU explode.”
- “Maybe this needs some optimization.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is praised for its cozy firehouse setting, which becomes more inviting as players upgrade it, alongside a mystical forest level that stands out as a favorite. The impressive graphics blend 2.5D pixel art with cartoon-style backdrops, creating a chill yet engaging vibe that enhances the overall experience.
- “The firehouse is pretty cozy once you start upgrading it, and the mystical atmosphere of the forest level has made it my favorite.”
- “The graphics are impressive in this game, combining 2.5D pixel art with cartoon-style backdrops and overlays to create a chill atmospheric vibe, even though nothing is chill about it.”
- “I like the characters and atmosphere.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding in this game to be excessive and monotonous, likening it to a treadmill rather than an engaging challenge. The slow pace and unskippable dialogue contribute to a sense of boredom, detracting from the overall experience.
- “Don't get me wrong - I love grindy games - but this is not a grind, this is a treadmill.”
- “Pretty boring, super grindy, lots of slow and unskippable dialogue.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express a sense of emotional fatigue after completing the game, indicating that while they achieved all objectives, the experience was not compelling enough to warrant a return.

60%Critics’ scoreBased on 12 critic reviews

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