Flynn: Son of Crimson

Flynn: Son of Crimson is a beautiful looking and great sounding platformer game is a must-play title that gives you a powerful and cute wolf companion. This title does not have an auto-save feature so keep that in mind.

81%Game Brain Score

story, gameplay

replayability, stability

96% User Score Based on 298 reviews

Critic Score 79%Based on 14 reviews

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In "Flynn: Son of Crimson," a 2D action platformer, players help Flynn defend the peaceful island of Rosantica from an invading evil force, The Scourge. Armed with the power of Crimson Energy, Flynn can summon his mythical companion Dex to assist in combat and saving their home. Quick reflexes and strategic thinking are required to overcome the challenges of The Scourge and its powerful overlord.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

96%

Audience ScoreBased on 312 reviews

story26 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

Beautiful pixel art and animations that create a charming visual experience.
Fun and engaging combat system with a variety of weapons and abilities.
Quick, enjoyable gameplay that is accessible for younger players and casual gamers.

The game is relatively short and lacks depth, making it feel repetitive.
The story is generic and unoriginal, failing to engage players.
Some gameplay mechanics, like wall climbing and combat responsiveness, can feel clunky and frustrating.

story
105 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
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12%
The story of the game is generally described as simple, linear, and unoriginal, often lacking depth and engagement, with many reviewers noting its predictability and blandness. While some players found it enjoyable and fitting for a nostalgic experience, others criticized the scattered plot details and lack of character development, leading to a sense of dissatisfaction. Overall, the gameplay is often praised, but the story is frequently regarded as the weakest aspect of the game.
- “Regardless, it's still a simple yet fun story of the young upstart Flynn as he discovers his heritage in a world threatened by a dark power.”
- “I love this amazing world and the simple (in the best way possible) and effective story/plot!”
- “It's a pretty simple story backing up the title, but more does get revealed as you reach the end.”
- “You can end up irreversibly skip parts of the story without knowing it just by entering a house instead of talking to a nearby NPC.”
- “The story was honestly very bland.”
- “Overall the plot is linear and predictable, and the player's progression is even more so.”
gameplay
94 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
35%
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The gameplay of the game is a mixed bag, featuring enjoyable combat and platforming mechanics that are often described as fun and engaging, but also suffers from repetitiveness and a lack of variety that can lead to boredom. While some players appreciate the tight controls and beautiful visuals, others find the mechanics unfulfilling and the overall experience somewhat generic. Despite its polish and charm, many reviews suggest that the gameplay lacks a unique hook to elevate it beyond a standard action platformer.
- “An incredible action platformer with great combat and tight platforming mechanics.”
- “The gameplay is fun and engaging enough to want you to keep collecting gems for upgrades.”
- “Gameplay is tight and responsive, with lots of fun gimmicks that are easy to understand, and fun to master.”
- “I don't think it offers enough variety in gameplay to hold your interest for too long.”
- “Unfortunately, the gameplay feels a bit unfulfilling.”
- “The gameplay is pretty generic and boring, unfortunately.”
music
78 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
82%
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The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers highlighting its beautiful, soothing, and engaging qualities that enhance the overall experience. The soundtrack is often described as exceptional, featuring orchestral elements and a mix of mystical and celtic rhythms that elevate key moments, such as boss fights. Overall, the combination of great music and stunning pixel art contributes significantly to the game's charm and appeal.
- “The highlight of this game comes from its beautiful pixel art and fantastic soundtrack.”
- “The music is exceptional and the world is colorful and a delight to explore.”
- “What an excellent game, the OST is magnificent (my favorite things about this game), the pixel art is amazing and the gameplay/fight is really well done.”
- “It is notable for having orchestral music that exceeds the quality of everything else in this game.”
- “The soundtrack gives a mystical feel or a menacing feel like in the last boss fight.”
- “Actually felt tension from just the music.”
graphics
73 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
70%
26%
4%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beautiful pixel art style, fluid animations, and vibrant colors, making it visually appealing and a standout feature. While some reviewers noted that the overall experience may not be groundbreaking, the art and design consistently captured players' attention and contributed significantly to their enjoyment. Overall, the graphics are considered a major highlight, with many players expressing that they were drawn to the game primarily for its visual aesthetics.
- “It's got beautiful graphics, an outstanding soundtrack and a very kid-friendly difficulty.”
- “The graphics and animation are really stellar and what makes this game so great.”
- “The crimson cherry on top is the beautiful pixel artwork making the game a treat for the eyes the entire time you play.”
- “The only negative I have of the game is the artwork for the title screen and the in-game storyline cut scenes.”
- “It's a shame the gameplay didn't match the polish of the artwork.”
- “Sucks because the pixel graphics look amazing.”
character development
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
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Character development in the game is hindered by the presence of a silent protagonist, which detracts from the depth of the narrative and leads to numerous plot holes. While the character and boss designs are praised for their aesthetic appeal, many players find them somewhat forgettable, suggesting that visual design does not compensate for the lack of meaningful character growth. Overall, the game's strong music and art style are highlighted as key attractions, but they do not fully address the shortcomings in character development.
- “The music, character design, and art style are incredible, and that was my selling point.”
- “The character design and illustrations are great.”
- “The music, art style, and character design caught my interest; the boss fights were great too, and I loved the fights against Rozia, which was enough for me to keep going until the end.”
- “Once again, the silent protagonist aspect ruins character development for me, and there are so many plot holes.”
- “The lack of meaningful character interactions and growth left me feeling disconnected from the story.”
- “I found the character arcs to be shallow and unengaging, which made it hard to invest in their journeys.”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's extreme linearity and lack of challenging elements significantly diminish its replayability, as players can quickly unlock everything without much incentive to revisit the experience. Suggestions for improvement include making certain paths optional and rewarding players with unique items or collectibles to enhance replay value.
- “A better route, in my opinion, would have been to make them optional, but giving out a special item or collectable at the end that could grant the player access to some kind of reward later on in the game would have spiced things up in terms of replayability.”
- “The game doesn't take all that long to unlock everything, which limits its replay value; it could benefit from less linearity and more challenge.”
- “However, factors like the extreme linearity make it kind of lackluster in terms of replayability.”
- “A better route, in my opinion, would have been to make them optional, but giving out a special item/collectable at the end that could grant the player access to some kind of reward later on in the game, which would also have spiced things up in terms of replayability.”
- “If it doesn't take all that long to unlock everything, then there isn't much replay value; it could use less linearity and more challenge.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is described as mediocre, with some players finding it amusing but overall lacking depth and originality. The story is considered generic, which contributes to the limited comedic elements.
- “It's an okay game, not too long and funny.”
- “It's an okay game, not too long and funny.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, the game demonstrates solid stability, with users reporting no glitches during gameplay. However, there is a general hesitance to recommend investing time in it despite its appealing graphics.
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere in the game is highly praised for its meticulous design, with each region seamlessly transitioning into the next, creating a cohesive and immersive experience for players.
- “The atmosphere of each region was perfectly arranged, and the transition from level to level flowed together naturally.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the game has been criticized for its poor price-performance ratio, indicating that players feel they are not getting adequate value for their investment.
- “The price-performance ratio is really not good.”
- “The price-performance ratio is really not good.”