Fireworks Mania

98%
Game Brain Score Based on 2,229 reviews
  • graphics
  • gameplay
  • humor
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"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.

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98%
Audience ScoreBased on 2,229 reviews
graphics27 positive mentions
story9 negative mentions
  • The game offers a fun and chaotic experience with a wide variety of fireworks and explosive options.
  • The graphics and sound effects are impressive, creating an immersive fireworks experience.
  • The developer is responsive and actively updates the game, adding new content and features.
  • The game can become repetitive after a short period, with limited content and fireworks available.
  • There are performance issues, especially when too many fireworks are spawned, leading to crashes.
  • The lack of a save feature makes it frustrating to recreate elaborate firework displays.
  • graphics56 mentions

    The graphics in the game are widely praised for their stunning quality and immersive detail, particularly in the depiction of fireworks, which many players describe as realistic and visually impressive. However, some users note performance issues on lower-end systems, with potential lag and crashes when pushing graphics settings to the maximum or using certain mods. Overall, while the graphics are a highlight, players are advised to ensure their hardware can handle the demands of the game for an optimal experience.

    • “The graphics are amazing... sound is awesome especially with volume cranked up lol!”
    • “The fireworks graphics and sound are amazing, these are some of the best video game fireworks I've ever seen.”
    • “Stunning graphics, one of the best sandbox games.”
    • “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).”
  • gameplay32 mentions

    The gameplay is characterized by its addictive and easy-to-understand mechanics, complemented by solid graphics and satisfying interactions, particularly with firework modeling. While many players find the gameplay enjoyable and inspirational, some note that it can become repetitive after extended playtime. Additionally, the introduction of mods has contributed to the game's popularity, offering varied experiences and enhancing replayability.

    • “Addictive, easy-to-understand mechanics and gameplay.”
    • “The fireworks modeling is very well done and the overall mechanics and feel of the game are simple yet satisfying.”
    • “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.”
    • “It's just gameplay.”
  • humor31 mentions

    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 game's destructible environments, leading to endless funny moments. Overall, it is described as one of the funniest games players have experienced, often eliciting laughter from both individuals and groups.

    • “I broke the game by exploding the fireworks store, but that just made me laugh!”
    • “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.”
  • story24 mentions

    The reviews indicate a consensus that the game lacks a story, with multiple users expressing a desire for a narrative element to be integrated. Suggestions for a story mode or missions have been made, but currently, the gameplay is focused solely on freeform play without any structured storyline.

    • “Awesome game! I really hope a storyline is integrated into the game.”
    • “Maybe it would be fun if there was a story mode where you need to earn 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!”
  • music15 mentions

    Users express a desire for enhanced music integration in the game, particularly the ability to add custom backtracks and sync fireworks to music. While some have found success using mods to create musical performances, there is a call for official features that would allow for easier setup and sharing of music-synchronized shows. Overall, the current music experience is seen as lacking, with suggestions for improvements like background tracks in the main menu.

    • “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 some pyro shows to music, and the mods I have come across made this rather easy.”
    • “Nice effects run very smooth. Started doing shows to music.”
    • “I hope someone with more time makes a firework show that can make a song with the different firework noises; it seems very possible.”
    • “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.”
  • optimization14 mentions

    Overall, user feedback on optimization is mixed. While some players report a well-optimized experience with smooth performance and no issues, others experience significant frame rate fluctuations and inconsistent GPU usage, indicating a need for further optimization. Many hope for future updates to enhance performance and stability.

    • “At least the game was well optimized, at least in my experience.”
    • “Good fps optimization.”
    • “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 usage, 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, but 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. 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.”
  • grinding10 mentions

    Players overwhelmingly express that the grinding required in the game is excessively time-consuming, suggesting that it demands an unrealistic commitment akin to having a second life.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
  • emotional4 mentions

    Players report a strong emotional impact from the game, with some expressing that it brought them to tears and evoked nostalgic feelings reminiscent of childhood. However, others have found the experience overwhelming enough to take a break from the game.

    • “This made me cry.”
    • “I even shed a tear.”
    • “Made me feel like a kid again.”
  • stability2 mentions

    The game's stability has been criticized, with users reporting frequent freezes and crashes, particularly during the loading of the main menu. While some find it enjoyable despite these issues, the overall experience is marred by bugs.

    • “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...”
  • monetization1 mentions

    Users suggest that if the game includes ads, they can easily avoid them by turning off their Wi-Fi or mobile data.

    • “The monetization strategy feels overly aggressive, making it hard to enjoy the game without constant interruptions.”
    • “I find the in-game purchases to be overpriced and not worth the value they provide.”
    • “The reliance on ads and microtransactions detracts from the overall experience, making it feel more like a cash grab than a game.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The atmosphere is highly praised, with users noting its immersive quality that evokes sensory experiences, such as the smell of smoke, complemented by intuitive controls that enhance gameplay.

    • “Great atmosphere (you can almost smell the smoke) and intuitive controls.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    Users consistently highlight the game as "very re-playable," indicating that it offers engaging content and experiences that encourage multiple playthroughs.

    • “The game offers endless replayability with its dynamic choices and multiple endings.”
    • “Each playthrough feels fresh due to the variety of character builds and strategies available.”
    • “I love how the game encourages experimentation, making me want to dive back in for a different experience every time.”
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Play time

12hMedian play time
10hAverage play time
5-14hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 2 analyzed playthroughs

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