Fireworks Mania

About

"Fireworks Mania" is an explosive simulator game that lets you play around with fireworks in low-poly environments. The physics-based gameplay and creative freedom to set up firework shows or blow up objects makes for a unique and entertaining experience every time. Ideal for both quick play sessions and extended ones, the game is perfect for players who enjoy casual, creative, and slightly unpredictable gameplay.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

98%

Audience ScoreBased on 4,458 reviews

graphics54 positive mentions

story18 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and chaotic experience, allowing players to create elaborate firework displays or simply blow things up.
The graphics and sound effects are impressive, providing a realistic and immersive fireworks experience.
The developer is actively engaged with the community, regularly updating the game and responding to feedback.

The game can become repetitive after a short period, with limited content and fireworks available at launch.
There are performance issues, especially when too many fireworks are spawned, which can lead to crashes.
The lack of a save feature and the inability to create custom fireworks can limit the gameplay experience.

graphics
112 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
48%
49%
3%
The graphics in the game are widely praised for their stunning visuals and realistic firework effects, enhancing the overall immersive experience. However, some users report performance issues on lower-end systems, with lag and crashes occurring when too many fireworks are displayed. While the graphics are generally considered beautiful, there are suggestions for optimization and improvements in environmental details.
- “The graphics are amazing... sound is awesome especially with the volume cranked up!”
- “Stunning graphics, one of the best sandbox games.”
- “The fireworks graphics and sound are amazing; these are some of the best video game fireworks I've ever seen.”
- “Even with the highest setting on graphics, the fireworks still feel very fake.”
- “Graphics which, if you turn it to max, will turn the game into a 'slide show'.”
- “The environmental graphics and objects are very primitive (but it doesn't really affect gameplay).”
gameplay
64 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
83%
5%
The gameplay is characterized by its addictive and easy-to-understand mechanics, complemented by solid graphics and satisfying firework modeling. Players appreciate the simplicity and creativity allowed by the mechanics, although some find the experience can become repetitive after extended play. The introduction of mods has also contributed to the game's growing popularity, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.
- “The fireworks modeling is very well done and the overall mechanics and feel of the game is simple yet satisfying.”
- “For example: the fusing tool in the game, mechanically simple and easy to use, yet you can easily make things even more refined and unique by selecting the different fuse times.”
- “The gameplay is simple yet satisfying, as you play around with different types of fireworks and create beautiful firework shows or blow stuff up.”
- “Update: after an extra 30 minutes of gameplay, the game got incredibly boring.”
- “Modded gameplay: in my opinion, the reason this game is getting more popular is the fact that mods have come into this game. We have realistic mods from Amnesty, weird and wonderful from myself, and JJBlock who is a codesmith.”
- “Basic gameplay:”
humor
62 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it consistently hilarious due to its explosive mechanics and comedic sound effects. Many reviews highlight the joy of experimenting with fireworks and the endless opportunities for funny moments, making it a standout experience that elicits laughter from both adults and children alike. Overall, the game's ability to create amusing scenarios and its entertaining design contribute significantly to its appeal.
- “Okay, real stuff here, this game has never failed to make me cry laughing.”
- “Absolutely hysterical, laughed my butt off the entire time while playing, this game is hilarious beyond belief.”
- “The fireworks are well designed, the lighting effects and sound are great (crank it up!), and the destructible environments make for some funny moments.”
story
48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
8%
54%
38%
The game currently lacks a narrative or story mode, with many users expressing a desire for a storyline to be integrated. Some players suggest that a story mode could enhance gameplay by introducing objectives, such as earning money for fireworks. Overall, the absence of a structured story is a common point of feedback.
- “Awesome game, I really hope a storyline is integrated into the game.”
- “Maybe it would be fun if there's a story mode or something where you need to get money to get more fireworks.”
- “Needs a story mode.”
- “Needs a story mode and I almost had a seizure lol”
- “Story?”
- “- no hassle - no missions - just play and light whatever you want, however you want!”
music
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
7%
83%
10%
Users express a desire for enhanced music integration in the game, particularly the ability to add background tracks and sync fireworks to music. While some have found success using mods to create musical pyro shows, there is a call for official features that allow for better musical synchronization and performance sharing. Overall, the current music experience is seen as lacking, with suggestions for improvements like main menu music and more robust syncing capabilities.
- “There are now modded maps which run for the most part really well as long as your PC isn't a potato. I have been experimenting with some mods to do pyro shows to music, and the mods I have come across made this rather easy.”
- “Nice effects run very smooth. I started doing shows to music.”
- “Not another boring professional fireworks simulator with lackluster effects and forced emphasis on musical sync.”
- “If you're looking for something that can save setups, sync to music, or even be able to sit back and watch from a distance as a performance simulator - then you may want to look elsewhere.”
- “Some music in the main menu would be sweet.”
optimization
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
54%
11%
The game's optimization has received mixed reviews; while some players report smooth performance and stability, others experience significant frame rate fluctuations and inconsistent GPU usage, leading to choppy gameplay. Many users express a desire for further optimization improvements, particularly regarding frame rate capping and overall performance enhancements. Overall, the optimization appears to vary widely among players' experiences.
- “Good FPS optimization.”
- “I didn't have any performance issues or lags, really excited for the upcoming updates.”
- “Works great, don't have any issues with stability, I tested the optimization multiple ways, and pushed it to the limits.”
- “The performance needs better optimization. I barely reach 100% GPU use and that's an issue. I have an i7 8700k and this shouldn't be struggling to use the entire GPU in order to achieve smoother frames.”
- “Ok, now the church is actually destroyable. Aside from the 24/7 gas station and the convenience store, the performance is still inconsistent. The FPS fluctuates a lot and it seems there is no option to cap the framerate, because it stutters a lot. 60 FPS doesn't feel like it; it feels more like 40, which isn't smooth at all. In fact, it is pretty choppy.”
- “I'm glad that the church can be totally destroyed just for fun, but really the performance seems to be worse now.”
grinding
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
85%
15%
The reviews overwhelmingly indicate that the grinding aspect of the game is excessively time-consuming, with many players suggesting that it requires an unrealistic amount of dedication, akin to needing a "second life" to manage it effectively.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
emotional
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express a strong emotional connection to the game, with many reporting moments that brought them to tears and evoked nostalgia, making them feel like children again. However, some also mention feeling overwhelmed to the point of quitting, indicating a deep but potentially challenging emotional experience.
- “I even shed a tear.”
- “Made me feel like a kid again.”
- “This made me cry.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game has been reported to have significant stability issues, with users experiencing frequent freezes and crashes, particularly during the loading of the main menu. While some players find the game enjoyable, the bugs detract from the overall experience.
- “It seems fun, I recommend it, but I can't play it; it freezes and then crashes while loading the main menu.”
- “It's a little buggy, but?”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express frustration with ads in the game, suggesting that turning off Wi-Fi or data is a workaround to avoid them.
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with players noting its immersive quality that evokes sensory experiences, such as the smell of smoke. Additionally, the intuitive controls enhance the overall engagement with the environment.
- “Great atmosphere (you can almost smell the smoke) and intuitive controls.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
Users consistently highlight the game's high replayability, indicating that it offers engaging content and experiences that encourage multiple playthroughs.
- “The game offers incredible replayability with multiple paths and choices.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh and engaging, making it hard to put down.”
- “The variety of characters and strategies keeps me coming back for more.”