Fly Punch Boom: First Impact!
- April 15, 2020
- Jollypunch Games
Get on SteamThe DEMO for the WILDEST ANIME FIGHT, Fly Punch Boom! Fly super fast, smash your friends through skyscrapers and break the planet with one punch! Up to 4 players local & online. Now with workshop for INFINITE CHARACTERS!
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a unique and fun combat system that combines quick time events with fast-paced action, making it enjoyable to play with friends.
- The art style and humor are quirky and nostalgic, reminiscent of classic flash games, which adds to the overall charm of the game.
- The Steam Workshop support allows for endless customization and creativity, enhancing the gameplay experience with custom characters.
- The online matchmaking can be slow and frustrating, making it difficult to find matches, especially without friends to play with.
- The game lacks content, with limited characters and stages, which may lead to repetitive gameplay over time.
- There are issues with input recognition and button mashing mechanics that can detract from the overall experience, making it feel less skill-based.
- gameplay19 mentions
- 32 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its hyperactive pace and quirky aesthetics, providing a fun and engaging experience that appeals to both players and spectators. While the mechanics are enjoyable and responsive, some players find the reliance on button mashing and quick-time events to be simplistic and potentially frustrating, detracting from the overall depth of the game. Despite these criticisms, many appreciate the nostalgic feel and energetic soundtrack that enhance the gameplay experience.
“It's hyperactive gameplay and aesthetically quirky combat and designs will have both players and spectators alike howling with delight.”
“Its got a very unique style, fast-paced gameplay, and while it is very simple, it still has enough complexity to make it interesting.”
“Too much fun when you learn most controls and mechanics!”
“The only thing I don't like about the game is button mashing to break ties, simply because I think button mashing is a bad mechanic that isn't really skill-based and reduces controller lifespan.”
“Now, I know this isn't a fighting game, it's a party game, but that's no excuse to put no real effort into the complexity of the gameplay.”
“After a couple of hours into the game, I've realized that you can mostly beat the other person if you're the faster tapper on the button. For some reason, it rewards this greatly with super punches, which anyone with a turbo or exploit will mostly triumph on. I had a match where I got about 70% of hits on the person, but their 1 or 2 hits took about three-quarters of my health because they could always win on the button tap.”
- graphics11 mentions
- 18 % positive mentions
- 55 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are characterized by a quirky, nostalgic art style reminiscent of early 2000s flash games, which some players find delightful and fitting for its fast-paced gameplay. However, opinions are divided, as some feel the art style does not effectively capture the essence of shonen anime, potentially alienating fans of that genre. Overall, while the visuals evoke nostalgia and energy, they may not resonate with all players.
“It's hyperactive gameplay and aesthetically quirky combat and designs will have both players and spectators alike howling with delight.”
“Is a fast-paced fighting game, with a very interesting art style.”
“I realized I need to buy the game, but I didn't like the art style that much.”
“Graphics that take your childhood nostalgic flash game and take it to the next level.”
“It tries too hard to pander to the weeaboo crowd, particularly fans of shonen manga and anime, but that demographic is gonna get nothing out of this.”
- humor10 mentions
- 90 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is a standout feature, with players enjoying the funny character designs, hilarious finishing moves, and the chaotic fun of multiplayer matches that lead to both laughter and friendly competition. While some find the humor outdated, many appreciate the lightheartedness and comedic elements that enhance the overall experience, making it a great choice for casual play with friends.
“A hilariously fun game.”
“The finishing moves and stage kills give a good humor.”
“Me and my friend could not stop laughing at how funny the characters were and how who could button mash more.”
“The humor is outdated and unfunny.”
“The jokes feel stale and lack any real wit.”
“I found the comedic elements to be more cringeworthy than amusing.”
- music8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 13 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its energetic and nostalgic qualities, reminiscent of early 2000s themes like those from Dragon Ball and Power Rangers. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as a perfect complement to the game's quirky art style and over-the-top gameplay, describing it as both fun and engaging, with many calling it an "absolute banger." Overall, the music enhances the experience, making it a standout feature of the game.
“From its over-the-top gameplay to its quirky art style and presentation that screams of the 2000s and early 2010s, it's backed up by a fitting, energetic soundtrack. Even though it introduces a fresh concept, it's one of the most nostalgia-inducing games I've played in quite some time.”
“The soundtrack is great.”
“But to be honest, the song sounds a lot like the first Dragon Ball opening... hmmmmmm.”
“From its over-the-top gameplay to its quirky art style and presentation that screams of the 2000s and early 2010s - that's being backed up by a fitting, energetic soundtrack: even though it has introduced us to a fresh concept, it's one of the most nostalgia-inducing games I've played in quite some time.”
“The music pumps you up as you battle your foes and friends.”
- character development3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Character development in this game has been criticized for its bland and uninspired design, failing to capture the essence of the shonen genre. Reviewers feel that the characters lack depth and engagement, detracting from the overall experience.
“Bland and uninspired character design.”
“Literally the most important aspect of the shonen genre is the characters, and the characters here don't feel like anything even approaching shonen anime.”
“I also personally don't like some of the character designs, but that is purely subjective.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the character creation process in the game to be tedious, as it requires out-of-game modding despite being available through free DLC. This adds an extra layer of grinding for those looking to customize their characters.
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy has been criticized for including advertisements in the paid version of the game, leading to a negative user experience and dissatisfaction among players who expected an ad-free environment.
“The developers shamelessly added advertisements to the paid version, which not only makes the UI very ugly but also disgusts paying players with ads!”
“The monetization strategy feels exploitative, as it prioritizes profit over player experience.”
“It's frustrating to see so many features locked behind a paywall, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending extra money.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game is generally well-received, with most users reporting a smooth experience and efficient performance. However, a few players have noted some areas that could benefit from further improvement. Overall, the game performs well on a variety of systems.
“The optimization in this game is top-notch, allowing for smooth gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
“I love how the developers have focused on optimization; it really enhances the overall experience and performance.”
“The game's optimization is impressive, making it accessible for a wider range of players without sacrificing quality.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is centered around a quest that invites players to embark on an engaging journey, emphasizing exploration and adventure.
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game exhibits stability issues, with users reporting bugs that lead to frustration, including instances of players rage quitting during fights.
“The game is quite buggy, leading to players rage quitting in the middle of fights.”
“I frequently experience crashes that disrupt gameplay and ruin the experience.”
“There are numerous glitches that make it hard to enjoy the game without interruptions.”
