Flix The Flea

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Flix The Flea is a single player arcade platformer game with a kids theme. It was developed by Psychotic Psoftware and was released on June 1, 2015. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Flix is a flea who lives on a Dog, who in turn lives on a space-exploring rocket-ship. While exploring a new planetoid, Flix takes an unfortunate nosedive into a chasm. It's your mission to guide Flix up and out of monster infested caves in the hopes of getting him back to his rocket-ship and the sanctuary of his cozy doggie home. Highly inspired by the wonderful 8-bit classic "La Pulga" (AKA: Bu…

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Audience ScoreBased on 198 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features a unique mechanic where players control a flea by charging jumps with left and right arrow keys, which can lead to interesting challenges.
The art style and sound design, while simple, evoke a sense of nostalgia reminiscent of early indie games, adding a charming quality to the experience.
It has trading cards, which can be a fun incentive for players looking to collect them.

The gameplay is frustrating due to poor level design and a lack of visual cues, leading to many blind jumps and frequent deaths.
The game runs in a fixed 800x600 window with no options for fullscreen or resolution adjustments, making it feel outdated and limiting.
Controls are overly simplistic, relying on just two buttons, which can make the game feel repetitive and lacking in depth.

gameplay
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay has been criticized for being outdated and user-unfriendly, primarily due to a frustrating jumping mechanic that detracts from the overall experience. While some players appreciate the interesting charge-up mechanic and find enjoyment in the simple controls, many feel that the lack of visibility for platforms and enemies makes the game borderline unplayable. Overall, the gameplay is seen as a mixed bag, with some elements offering potential but ultimately leading to a frustrating experience.
- “I hope this developer keeps going and making games because I enjoy the aesthetics they came up with and the central mechanic is a good idea.”
- “The game has a story, a short one, but it is a story & the gameplay is enjoyable 8/10.”
- “The simple controls and mechanics (just left and right hopping) can make for some surprisingly difficult situations.”
- “The game itself is very outdated and the gameplay isn't really user friendly either.”
- “More importantly, though, the core mechanic of the game is absolutely terrible and makes this borderline unplayable.”
- “Okay more info, the gameplay consists of holding in the left or right arrow to charge up your jumps and then to well ... jump and get to the top of the level while landing on platforms you can't see until you've jumped while avoiding enemies you can't see yet.”
emotional
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game evokes a strong emotional response, blending humor and heartache, leading players to experience laughter and tears. Despite its seemingly cursed appearance, it fosters a surprising sense of attachment and investment, making it both a source of entertainment and emotional turmoil. Overall, it is described as an "emotional damage simulator" that captivates players deeply.
- “I laughed, I cried, I alt-tabbed.”
- “But I'm invested emotionally.”
- “This game cured my boredom and caused emotional damage.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its catchy and addictive quality, while others find it repetitive and frustrating, often describing it as annoying and lacking variety. Overall, the soundtrack is seen as a significant detractor for many, with some noting that it can become overwhelming due to its constant looping.
- “Like a fever dream with good music.”
- “However, Tetris’ simple gameplay belies difficulty scaling, amazing music, and an addictive streak that borders on brutal.”
- “It is one song throughout the whole game which will be burned into your consciousness by the end of it.”
- “The music loops over and over.”
- “The soundtrack is bad.”
- “Unfortunately, the music in this game doesn't fare any better than the rest of it.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are generally described as decent and cute, fitting well with its aesthetic and gameplay mechanics. While some users note that the visuals are not particularly impressive or demanding, they appreciate the solid execution and lack of glitches. Overall, the graphics are seen as adequate for the game's style, though not a standout feature.
- “I hope this developer keeps going and making games because I enjoy the aesthetics they came up with and the central mechanic is a good idea.”
- “Cute graphics, simple yet challenging to play.”
- “But a very well-made one with solid controls and graphics that don't glitch.”
- “The graphics aren't that good.”
- “There are no graphic options, which doesn't really matter much since this game is not demanding at all.”
- “Graphically, it is not a bad or good looking game.”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is described as short but present, contributing to an enjoyable gameplay experience for some players. However, others criticize the narrative as lacking depth and coherence, with one reviewer noting that it feels underdeveloped and unengaging. Overall, opinions on the story are mixed, ranging from appreciation to disappointment.
- “The game has a story, a short one, but it is a story and the gameplay is enjoyable. 8/10.”
- “The controls are terrible, the story is non-existent, there are absolutely no options to change resolution, volume levels, or controls, and it looks like something that should be on a flash games website.”
- “Nothing really makes sense, which is not a bad thing, but you see all this game has to offer in the first mission.”
- “Có plot không?”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding the premise amusing and the overall tone cute and lighthearted. While some reviews highlight it as a standout funny game, others suggest that the humor may not be consistently strong throughout.
- “One of those cheap, funny, and cute games.”
- “10/10 funny game”
- “The premise is funny, but that's about it.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers noted that the levels in the game possess a surprisingly strong atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience.
- “Additionally, the levels had a surprising amount of atmosphere that really enhanced the experience.”
- “The game's atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into its world with every detail.”
- “I was captivated by the haunting atmosphere that lingered throughout the game, making every moment feel intense.”
- “The levels actually had a decent bit of atmosphere, which surprised me.”
- “The game fails to create a compelling atmosphere, leaving the world feeling empty and lifeless.”
- “Despite the potential for a rich environment, the atmosphere feels flat and uninspired.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express mixed feelings about the grinding aspect of the game, indicating that while it can be time-consuming, it also contributes to the overall experience.
- “Okay, so I just finished playing this game after some time of grinding, and I have mixed feelings regarding it.”
- “The grinding in this game feels endless and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I found the grinding mechanics to be overly repetitive, which really detracted from my overall enjoyment.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game suffers from significant stability issues, with users reporting numerous bugs and poor physics performance.
- “The game is quite buggy and the physics are terrible.”
- “I frequently encounter crashes that disrupt my gameplay experience.”
- “There are numerous glitches that make it hard to enjoy the game.”