Fly Punch Boom!

Fly Punch Boom is quirky and fun, with the over-the-top battles making for some destructive and satisfying showdowns. However, the simplicity of its gameplay mechanics and its dependence on luck can grow a little repetitive over time – even if the battles themselves do remain utterly chaotic. Still, if you can get some friends together to join you for some battles, you’ll certainly have a good time with Fly Punch Boom. It’s very accessible and you’re guaranteed to get plenty of laughs out of its zany battles, even if lady luck isn’t on your side when playing. Just don’t expect the same level of depth or variety that you’ve seen in other titles in the fighting genre, with the game being best suited for a few small bursts here and there more than long play sessions.

71%Game Brain Score

gameplay, music

graphics, story

89% User Score Based on 126 reviews

Critic Score 68%Based on 4 reviews

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About

"Fly Punch Boom!" is a chaotic and over-the-top aerial combat game where players control colorful characters with unique abilities. The game features local and online multiplayer for up to 4 players, as well as a single-player arcade mode. With fast-paced action and vibrant graphics, "Fly Punch Boom!" is a button-mashing good time.

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Play Modes

89%

Audience ScoreBased on 130 reviews

gameplay10 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game offers a unique and chaotic combat system that captures the over-the-top action of anime battles, making it fun and entertaining, especially with friends.
It features a distinctive cartoon art style and fast-paced gameplay that keeps players engaged and laughing during matches.
The game is easy to learn but hard to master, providing a satisfying challenge and a great skill ceiling for players who want to improve.

The game suffers from technical issues, including frequent crashes and inconsistent button detection, which can hinder the overall experience.
There is a lack of content and variety, leading to potential repetitiveness in gameplay after extended play sessions.
The arcade mode can be frustratingly difficult, especially against the final boss, and the reliance on button mashing can be exhausting over time.

gameplay
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
50%
12%
The gameplay is characterized as basic yet enjoyable, featuring simple mechanics that are easy to learn but challenging to master. It offers fast-paced action and vibrant visuals, making it a great choice for parties and couch gaming. However, some players note that the reliance on luck and simplicity can lead to repetitiveness over time, despite the chaotic nature of the battles.
- “The general gameplay is pretty basic but fun, and easy to customize.”
- “Is one of my games of the year <3 its simple rock-paper-scissors gameplay is super easy to jump into but hard to master.”
- “The gameplay is fun and super fast paced, and crazy visuals make it completely awesome even to watch.”
- “The last thing I must mention about the gameplay is the amount of mashing involved.”
- “However, the simplicity of its gameplay mechanics and its dependence on luck can grow a little repetitive over time – even if the battles themselves do remain utterly chaotic.”
- “On the surface, there is a seeming lack of depth until you realize what you can do with the mechanics.”
graphics
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
65%
18%
The graphics of the game feature a distinctive, cartoonish art style that some players liken to low-budget animations, which may not appeal to everyone. Despite mixed feelings about the aesthetic, many reviewers appreciate the vibrant visuals and detailed animations that enhance the fast-paced gameplay, making it enjoyable to both play and watch. Overall, while the art style may not align with traditional anime expectations, it contributes to a fun and engaging experience.
- “The gameplay is fun and super fast paced, and crazy visuals make it completely awesome even to watch.”
- “I have had so much fun so far and I can't believe the amount of wacky detail that went into a lot of the animations and visuals.”
- “Hitting your opponent with a combo streak in this game - even with the cartoony art style it has going for itself - feels like the best thing ever.”
- “Markets itself as an anime fighter but uses a questionably absurd low-budget Adult Swim art style worsened by fart jokes.”
- “I would personally support the development of a game like this that markets itself a bit more professionally with a shonen anime tournament arc kind of art style.”
- “Art style feels a bit Flash-like, which I'm not too big a fan of, but the game feel and hype presentation more than makes up for it.”
music
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
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The music in the game has received high praise for its engaging soundtrack, which enhances the overall experience and leaves a lasting impression with memorable guitars and lyrics. Reviewers appreciate the care and love evident in the music, art, and lore, describing the soundtrack as "awesome" and a standout feature that elevates the gameplay. Overall, the music is celebrated for its ability to create an enjoyable and immersive atmosphere.
- “And the soundtrack, oh my god, it just makes it so much better.”
- “I have to give a special mention to the soundtrack; it really gets the juices flowing, and the guitars and lyrics will stay in your head forever.”
- “The music, art, and lore all feel made with such love and care!”
humor
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding it consistently funny and enjoyable, especially in multiplayer settings. Many describe it as exciting and accessible, contributing to its addictiveness and overall appeal.
- “This game is exciting and funny in two player, which I'm doing through Parsec / Steam Remote Play.”
- “Super accessible, addicting, and funny as well.”
- “This is pretty cool, and really funny.”
story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
38%
The reviews indicate that there is no story present in the game, with multiple users highlighting the absence of a narrative.
- “No story.”
- “No story.”
- “No story.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
Players consistently express that the grinding required in the game is excessively time-consuming, suggesting that it feels like a task that demands an unrealistic amount of effort, akin to needing a "second life" to complete.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
monetization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization strategy has drawn criticism for including intrusive advertisements in the paid version of the game, which detracts from the user experience and frustrates paying players. While the gameplay is enjoyable, the lack of effective advertising has led to concerns about the game's viability.
- “The developers shamelessly added their game advertisements to the paid version, which not only makes the UI very ugly, but also disgusts paid players with advertisements!”
- “Game is fun, but the game is dead on arrival because of the lack of advertising.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game's optimization appears inconsistent, as it initially runs well on lower-end PCs but experiences significant performance issues later in gameplay, indicating a need for further optimization and polish.
- “I cannot tell if this game is easy on low PCs or not. At first, the game was running flawlessly on my pretty underpowered PC, but for some reason, by the end of my play session, it was running horribly. I think the game needs more optimization and polish.”