Fox & Flock

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Fox & Flock is a challenging puzzle-platformer game where players control two characters with different abilities. The fox can run fast and jump high, while the flock can fly and carry objects. Players must use their skills in cooperation to navigate through levels and solve puzzles to progress. The game features a unique co-op experience with clever level designs and increasing difficulty.

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Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

Reviews

87%

Audience ScoreBased on 106 reviews

story26 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

The game features beautiful artwork and a charming atmosphere, enhanced by relaxing classical music and good narration.
It offers a simple and easy-to-learn gameplay experience, making it accessible for casual players and enjoyable for fans of traditional board games.
Despite its short length, the game provides a fun and engaging story mode that serves as a tutorial, allowing players to experience both sides of the gameplay.

The story mode is very short, typically taking less than an hour to complete, which may leave players wanting more content.
The AI can be predictable and not very challenging, leading to repetitive gameplay and a lack of replay value.
There are technical issues, such as bugs that can cause the game to freeze, and the absence of online multiplayer limits the competitive experience.

story
93 mentions
28 % positive mentions
69 % neutral mentions
3 % negative mentions
The game's story mode is generally described as charming and visually appealing, featuring a poetic narration and a unique gameplay mechanic that alternates between playing as foxes and a flock. However, many players note that the story is quite short, typically lasting around 20 to 60 minutes, leaving them wishing for more content. Despite its brevity, the story is considered engaging, with a classic folktale feel and a twist ending that adds to its enjoyment.
- “Fantastic art style, voice acting, and music, good gameplay and storytelling.”
- “The story is relatively short but it's still entertaining, the artwork is very pleasing and the music it's set to is relaxing.”
- “But for what I expected, this game overachieved; the story mode is actually lovely, fitting the theme perfectly and having a real 'storybook' feel that I found myself enjoying quite a bit.”
- “The story mode was quite short, to be sure.”
- “I’m just a little sad that it’s only like 5 minutes of story time.”
- “The story is passable, though, as a fan of foxes I wasn't too fond of the ending, and will only take about an hour to play through.”
music
34 mentions
47 % positive mentions
44 % neutral mentions
9 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its relaxing and atmospheric qualities, featuring a well-curated selection of classical and baroque pieces that enhance the overall experience. Reviewers highlight the perfect fit of the soundtrack with the game's themes and visuals, creating an immersive environment reminiscent of a regency ball. However, some players expressed a desire for the option to disable the music, indicating a preference for personal soundtracks during gameplay.
- “The work and care put into it, the writing of the underlying text and narration, the use of very nice baroque music to bring forth a nice atmosphere, are all worth it.”
- “The classical music makes a perfect score to the tale, told in rhyme.”
- “The music is excellent, as it is time-appropriate classical that really sets the mood.”
- “I dislike not being able to turn off the music or sounds.”
- “The music is very relaxing and puts you in the ballroom mood while you'll be very entertained with the charming place markers of the flock and foxes.”
- “The classical background music, complete with a variety of artsy, sophisticated animals in ball gown dresses and suits.”
graphics
27 mentions
59 % positive mentions
30 % neutral mentions
11 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the hand-drawn artwork and unique art style that complements the storytelling and music. However, some users criticize the lack of resolution options and overall visual presentation, describing it as mediocre or even reminiscent of outdated games. Despite these criticisms, the aesthetic appeal and clever design are highlighted as standout features, contributing to an enjoyable experience.
- “Fantastic art style, voice acting, and music, good gameplay and storytelling.”
- “Interesting story with a twist, beautiful graphics, and great music perfectly matching the atmosphere.”
- “Gorgeous Edwardian Victorian artwork complemented with dark and snarky humor.”
- “There's no option to change the resolution and no useful graphics tweaks.”
- “While the artwork itself might be considered passable, the visual presentation here is negligible; it might as well be a slideshow or a YouTube video.”
- “Pac-Man, Space Invaders, and Asteroids had more advanced animation and visuals than this game does.”
gameplay
20 mentions
25 % positive mentions
60 % neutral mentions
15 % negative mentions
The gameplay is centered around a reimagined version of the classic board game "Fox and Geese," featuring simple yet satisfying mechanics that encourage strategic thinking. While the game offers a visually appealing experience with excellent art, music, and voice acting, many reviewers note that it feels shallow and could benefit from additional gameplay elements or modes. Overall, it provides a quick, entertaining experience, though some players may find it lacking in depth and longevity.
- “Fantastic art style, voice acting, and music, good gameplay and storytelling.”
- “The gameplay is fun and addicting; couple that with a perfect presentation in the form of beautiful art and music, and you have one joy of a game!”
- “The gameplay actually keeps you on your toes and makes you think ahead.”
- “To add some value to an otherwise incredibly shallow game, it's themed up a bit and reskinned (just a veneer, window dressing) and gameplay is arranged into different peg layout scenarios as you alternate between playing the fox and the geese.”
- “Only about an hour and a half of gameplay.”
- “Other than that, there's not really a whole lot to say about the gameplay in general.”
replayability
6 mentions
33 % positive mentions
17 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
Overall, the game has limited replayability, primarily offering quick matches that may not be engaging due to simplistic AI. While some players see potential for enjoyment in short sessions, many agree there is little incentive to revisit the game after completing the main content.
- “I can see great replay value in this game (very close to nine-man's morris in Assassin's Creed Black Flag) even after you complete the story.”
- “I am not certain of its replay value, but if you can get it during a sale, it will be fun for a few hours!”
- “Not much replay value unless you like playing quick matches, though I feel the AI is a bit too simple for quick matches to be much fun.”
- “However, there is so little replay value even with the quick game option.”
- “On the topic of replayability, there is also no reason to play the game again.”
atmosphere
5 mentions
80 % positive mentions
-40 % neutral mentions
60 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its captivating narration, beautiful baroque music, and stunning graphics, all of which contribute to an immersive experience. Reviewers note that the combination of intriguing storytelling and a well-crafted soundscape creates a rich and engaging environment reminiscent of classic titles. Overall, the attention to detail in both audio and visual elements enhances the game's overall ambiance.
- “The work and care put into it, the writing of the underlying text and narration, the use of very nice baroque music to bring forth a nice atmosphere, are all worth it.”
- “Interesting story with a twist, beautiful graphics, and great music perfectly matching the atmosphere.”
- “This is an intriguing and challenging strategy game with a fancy atmosphere that reminds me of the Boyle's party in Dishonored.”
- “The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth needed to immerse players in the game world.”
- “Despite the game's potential, the atmosphere is dull and fails to evoke any real sense of tension or excitement.”
- “The environment feels lifeless, making it hard to connect with the game's narrative or characters.”
humor
5 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its dark humor, featuring amusing elements like blood appearing after the fox eats characters, and a clever storyline that keeps players engaged. Despite its short length, it offers a funny experience with a variety of settings and a well-balanced difficulty curve, all while maintaining a lighthearted tone.
- “It's hilarious that 'blood' appears on the floor, as well as the fox's clothes, every time the fox eats somebody.”
- “Very short game but really funny.”
- “Funny and clever storyline and a quick play option with many settings to try out.”
stability
5 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is marred by various glitches and bugs, including occasional game-breaking issues that necessitate restarts, character art freezes, and minor gameplay interruptions. Despite these problems, some players still find the experience enjoyable enough to recommend playing through the issues.
- “This game is an odd combination of stylish visuals, cute presentation, lackluster content, and minor glitches that makes it hard to choose yes or no.”
- “- Story mode glitches sometimes and the character art freezes; annoying but not unplayable.”
- “--- Game-breaking glitches, requiring game restart.”
character development
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game features charming character designs and a story that evokes a classic folktale atmosphere, contributing to its overall appeal. However, the character development is described as clever yet straightforward, suggesting a focus on strategy over deep narrative progression.
- “A clever and fairly simple strategy game with charming music and character designs, and an accompanying story with a good old classic folktale feel to it.”