Flaming Core

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"Flaming Core" is a challenging action game with masterful mechanics, good graphics, and awesome music. Its intriguing plot and simple-to-learn gameplay will keep you engaged, but be prepared for bugs and ads that may disrupt your experience. The game's description, "Easy to play, hard to master! Only 1% can get to the end!" highlights the high level of difficulty, making it a true test of your skills.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

91%

Audience ScoreBased on 5,057 reviews

graphics389 positive mentions

monetization215 negative mentions

The game features stunning graphics and a unique gameplay concept that keeps players engaged.
Many players find the slow-motion mechanic enjoyable and satisfying, adding a cinematic feel to the gameplay.
The game is described as addictive, with a fun and challenging experience that players appreciate.

Numerous players report issues with the game getting stuck on the logo screen or displaying a black screen, making it unplayable.
The game has been criticized for its energy system, which limits playtime and requires players to wait or watch ads to continue.
Many users express frustration over the frequency of ads, with some stating that they disrupt the gameplay experience.

graphics
460 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
85%
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The graphics of the game have received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many users praising their stunning quality, smooth animations, and appealing art style. While some players noted occasional performance issues or a lack of noticeable differences between graphic settings, the overall consensus is that the visuals significantly enhance the gameplay experience, making it visually engaging and enjoyable. Many reviewers highlighted the game's ability to run well even on lower-end devices, further emphasizing its accessibility and impressive graphical design.
- “The graphics are very pleasing, the frame rate is very good, and fairly impressive.”
- “Stunning graphics, great music, levels are really well thought out.”
- “The graphics are amazing and gameplay is difficult which makes you want to keep playing.”
- “But there is skipping and some lag while you play (my graphic quality was on medium, btw) and it is kind of triggering.”
- “The graphics are kind of grainy and not that great looking, even on the high setting.”
- “Decent game..the main reason is the graphics are really bad..I could find nothing interesting in the game.”
monetization
222 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
2%
1%
97%
The monetization strategy of the game primarily revolves around ads, which many players find intrusive and frustrating, particularly due to the presence of unskippable 30-second ads and frequent interruptions during gameplay. While some users appreciate the option to watch ads for rewards, the overall sentiment indicates that the ad frequency detracts significantly from the gaming experience. A common request among players is for a paid option to remove ads entirely, as well as improvements to the energy system that limits gameplay.
- “Would be great if it had a paid version with unlimited batteries and no ads.”
- “Free to play is no ads; having ads is not free to play.”
- “I don't have a lot of noble data and need a no ads option for cheap.”
- “The 30 seconds unskippable ads are really frustrating though.”
- “Game would be good but ads just ruin that experience.”
- “Too many ads and the cost to continue is insane.”
gameplay
200 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
23%
3%
The gameplay is generally praised for its fun, intuitive mechanics and impressive graphics, with many players enjoying the unique slow-motion feature that adds a tactical element. However, some users have reported issues with controls, bugs, and a reliance on chance in later levels, which can detract from the overall experience. While ads are mentioned as a minor annoyance, they do not significantly hinder the enjoyment of the game for most players.
- “It offers clean, fun gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is very fun with a fairly unique game mechanic.”
- “Amazing gameplay.”
- “However, besides the ads issue addressed by others (which can be solved by turning off internet access), there are a few bugs noticed during the gameplay.”
- “Game doesn't advance to the next level after destroying the enemies; clearing again fixes the issue, but would be frustrating for those who have cleared hard difficulty level. This is based on personal experience after ~2 hours of gameplay.”
- “What we have here is an exciting game ruined by poor monetization choices that significantly impact gameplay.”
music
137 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
54%
43%
3%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many players praising its energetic and fitting soundtrack that enhances the gameplay experience. However, several users express frustration over the limited number of tracks, repetitive nature, and the inability to separate music from sound effects, suggesting that more variety and customization options would improve the overall experience. Overall, while the music is generally well-received, there is a strong desire for additional tracks and better control over audio settings.
- “I love the art style, and the futuristic soundtrack matches really well.”
- “The music mixed with the challenge and slow motion makes for a quick adrenaline shot.”
- “Amazing graphics, even more amazing soundtrack, great controls.”
- “One thing I hate so far is that I cannot turn off the music without also turning off the sound effects.”
- “Currently there is only 2 music tracks (1. menu 2. game).”
- “Please add an option to disable music while keeping sound effects active.”
stability
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
8%
92%
The stability of the game has received significant criticism, with numerous users reporting frequent freezes and glitches, particularly after certain challenge levels. Many players have experienced issues such as the game failing to load, freezing on the title screen, and crashing shortly after opening, despite having the latest updates and reinstalling the game. While some users appreciate the game's design, the overwhelming consensus is that the stability issues detract from the overall experience.
- “Nice, clean, bug-free game otherwise.”
- “I'm really enjoying this game, but after challenge level 39, I started having some glitches.”
- “I've noticed when using the blink core, your game can freeze. I play fast, and if I move the moment I make contact with a wall, my game freezes, wasting a battery. I've changed my review; most of the time it fails to load, leaving a completely off screen.”
- “Game freezes about ten seconds after opening the game, playing on a Pixel 4a with the latest update.”
optimization
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
54%
23%
23%
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with many users reporting issues such as inconsistent frame rates, crashes, and inadequate graphics settings, particularly on high-end devices. While some players find the game runs smoothly, others experience lag and performance drops, indicating a need for further optimization and customizable graphics options. Overall, while the gameplay is praised, the optimization remains a significant concern for many users.
- “This is absolutely a great game and that's it, the graphics could be optimized a little bit but that's just a nitpick.”
- “Great concept needs optimizations... at high graphics I'm only getting 35 fps on a S20 Plus Exynos 990 phone ... now I don't know about you but Half-Life 2 runs at 120 fps with drops to 70 ... so still higher than this ... and I'm talking about a PC game running on an Android flagship.”
- “Love the game but the game is a bit laggy on my Huawei Y6 2018 phone.... can you please make the graphics optimize more or make a settings where you can change the graphics whether you like to play the game in high or low graphics.... please consider it..... love this game overall just the optimization.”
- “I know this won't matter, developers tend not to care anymore, but this game needs a lot of optimization. The high settings don't even have enough anti-aliasing, shadows are messed up, and it can't hold a steady 60 fps. I use a phone with a 120Hz display, and the game isn't even going up to 60, just sitting around the mid 40s to 50s. It's okay, it is very much playable, but it isn't a smooth experience for me even on high-end hardware. Overall, great gameplay concept.”
- “Love the game, but it is a bit laggy on my Huawei Y6 2018 phone. Can you please optimize the graphics more or make a settings option where you can change the graphics depending on whether you like to play the game in high or low graphics? Please consider it. I love this game overall, just the optimization.”
- “This app isn't optimized for the latest Android version.”
story
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
70%
30%
The game's story has received mixed feedback, with some players appreciating the intriguing concept and graphics, while others feel it lacks depth and variety. Although there are moments of excitement, particularly with the time-slowing mechanic, many reviewers noted that the narrative and side missions could be better developed. Overall, while the gameplay is engaging, the story is seen as minimal and in need of expansion.
- “Best easy-to-learn game with excellent graphics and a cool story.”
- “Very impressive; should play, seems like a big story.”
- “Interesting new gameplay and a good story where you're, for example, a hacker.”
- “The side missions are not up to the mark, so I left it at the start.”
- “When I die, I have to replay all missions again.”
- “Please add more missions or challenges.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is a standout feature, with many users finding it genuinely funny and enjoyable. However, some comments suggest that the humor could be enhanced with better game mechanics. Overall, the game's comedic elements are appreciated, contributing positively to the overall experience.
- “The game is so funny and great.”
- “It's funny tho.”
- “Funny.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players feel that the game's replayability is limited, particularly due to the ease of completion and the slow-motion ending, which detracts from the desire to replay. Suggestions include making the ending more engaging and allowing for additional playthroughs without the slow-motion effect to enhance the overall experience.
- “The game offers a lot of replayability, with different choices leading to unique outcomes.”
- “I love how each playthrough feels fresh, thanks to the various paths and endings.”
- “The replay value is fantastic, as I keep discovering new elements every time I play.”
- “Gotta make it a little more playable, though.”
- “A suggestion though, make the ending replayable one more time without the slow motion.”
- “That hurts replayability as I've beaten the game fairly easily.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with users highlighting its immersive quality that complements the engaging gameplay. Overall, it contributes significantly to the overall experience.
- “I love the atmosphere the game creates.”
- “The gameplay is great, and the atmosphere is immersive!”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly noting that the requirement to progress through five levels for each stage can become monotonous.
- “However, the five levels to progress a stage get a bit tedious.”
- “The grinding feels endless and becomes a chore rather than a fun challenge.”
- “I find myself repeating the same tasks over and over, which makes the game feel monotonous.”