Fraymakers

78%
Game Brain Score Based on 799 reviews
  • gameplay
  • optimization
  • music
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"Fraymakers" is a local and online multi-player platform fighting game, featuring customizable characters, stages, and modes from popular indie games. With easy-to-learn mechanics and full movesets, it offers fun for both casual and competitive players. Despite its promising features, the game is currently poorly optimized with bugs and rollback netcode for smooth online experience. The colorful visuals, delightful music, and irreverent humor add to its overall appeal.

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78%
Audience ScoreBased on 799 reviews
gameplay52 positive mentions
optimization17 negative mentions
  • The game has a unique assist system that adds depth to gameplay and allows for creative strategies.
  • The character designs and animations are generally well-received, showcasing a vibrant art style.
  • The modding potential is fantastic, with a supportive workshop that encourages community-created content.
  • The game currently has a very limited roster of characters, which can make gameplay feel repetitive.
  • The online experience is plagued by lag and connection issues, making it difficult to enjoy multiplayer matches.
  • Many animations are unfinished, leading to a lack of polish and immersion in the gameplay experience.
  • gameplay111 mentions

    The gameplay of Fraymakers is generally praised for its unique mechanics, such as the assist system and air dash, which add depth and strategy to the platform fighter genre. While many players find the core gameplay fun, fast-paced, and engaging, there are notable concerns regarding technical issues, limited character diversity, and the need for further content and polish. Overall, the game shows promise, especially with its modding capabilities, but it requires more refinement to reach its full potential.

    • “The assist mechanic is a welcome addition to the platform fighter genre and gives way to a lot of unique combo and stage control potentials.”
    • “Incredibly fun gameplay that mixes in the good aspects of most platform fighters, plus the customization is amazing and surprisingly friendly for someone with zero coding knowledge.”
    • “The gameplay is incredibly fun and fast-paced.”
    • “Not as many characters/diversity of characters (mechanics-wise) as expected.”
    • “Aside from netcode, there are also many issues with core game mechanics.”
    • “Currently I cannot say this game is a good experience; the game has good controls, yes, and the gameplay is perfect, but... netcode is so bad and the frame drops in single player are bad too.”
  • optimization41 mentions

    The game's optimization has received significant criticism, with players reporting inconsistent performance, stuttering, and issues with netcode that hinder online play. While some updates have improved performance, many still experience severe frame drops and lag, particularly in multiplayer modes. As the game is in early access, there is hope for future improvements, but current performance issues detract from the overall experience.

    • “Performance has improved 10x with the newest update.”
    • “I do have to say the content in the base game is a little lackluster and some of the animations are unfinished, but I believe once early access progresses more, the performance and the overall polish of the game will be way better.”
    • “Overall I'd still recommend the game but might consider waiting for some optimization updates.”
    • “The netcode and overall performance of the game makes online play unplayable for me and many others.”
    • “Combine this with lots of performance issues, it can be a struggle for some people to run this game well.”
    • “The performance issues make it hard for the rollback netcode to do its job, so it's nearly impossible to get a lagless match at the moment.”
  • music40 mentions

    The music in the game has received widespread praise for its quality, with many reviewers highlighting the excellent soundtrack that features a mix of remixes and original tracks, often described as "bangers." Players appreciate the integration of custom music options and the overall fitting vibe of the soundtrack, which enhances the gameplay experience. While some users found certain tracks to be repetitive or grading, the general consensus is that the music significantly contributes to the game's appeal and enjoyment.

    • “The music is also one of the delights in this game.”
    • “The soundtrack has a good mix of everything and really does a great job of remastering so many indie classics, really excited to see the soundtrack continue to grow as more stages are added.”
    • “I thought I would love the music from the trailers and stuff, but in practice it's kind of grating and feels like I'm playing a very cheap game. Definitely not fixable, but might be fixable just on my end in my own head.”
    • “The only really good thing about the game is the presentation and the music.”
    • “The music, however, is goated.”
  • graphics33 mentions

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their impressive art style, vibrant character designs, and smooth animations, contributing to an engaging visual experience. However, some users express concerns about the detailed pixel art potentially hindering accessibility for modding and the overall performance, with reports of frame rate issues and unfinished graphics. Despite these drawbacks, the game's visuals are considered a strong selling point, showcasing a unique charm that appeals to fans of the genre.

    • “The graphics in Fraymakers are truly impressive and bring the characters and world to life in a vibrant and exciting way.”
    • “The artwork in this game is amazing!!!”
    • “Amazing game feel, stunning graphics/animations, banger OST, fun mechanics, and an absolutely fantastic future for the modding scene.”
    • “The edges of stages are made less clear in the name of the art style.”
    • “Either do stages like Rivals (straight-on orthographic), or make the stages actually render in 3D.”
    • “I'm well above the minimum graphical requirements and the recommended specs, but the game on default settings went to 45 fps in my testing and it would often stutter and dip lower, which isn't really acceptable for a fighting game.”
  • stability13 mentions

    The game's stability is a significant concern, with numerous users reporting frequent bugs, glitches, and freezing issues, particularly during online play. While some players acknowledge the potential for improvement through future updates, the current state is described as unfinished and frustrating, leading to negative reviews and recommendations against purchasing at its current price.

    • “Even when you do manage to find someone to play online with, the game stutters and freezes, which can completely ruin the experience.”
    • “The game is far too buggy right now to be worth anywhere near 20 dollars.”
    • “And everything I don't like/think that should be in the game will most likely be fixed within coming updates, but at the moment I have to give this game a negative review and I cannot recommend it due to how while I like it, it's just entirely unfinished with glitches and lag being very prominent.”
  • humor12 mentions

    The humor in the game is widely praised, with players enjoying its funny custom characters, hilarious community content, and amusing gameplay elements. Many highlight the comedic aspects of the characters and the entertaining match modifiers, contributing to an overall fun experience. The game's quirky charm and groovy music further enhance its comedic appeal, making it a standout in terms of humor.

    • “Awesome, hilarious fun with tons of community-fueled content.”
    • “Very funny game, can't wait to see Fraymakers in the future.”
    • “Groovy music and funny characters.”
  • character development6 mentions

    Character development in the game is highlighted by its colorful and detailed character designs, which are visually appealing and distinct across different titles. The assist system and character modding potential add depth, although current workshop offerings are lacking. Overall, the game successfully combines unique character designs with expansive movesets, enhancing the gameplay experience.

    • “The colorful and detailed character designs are a treat to look at, and the special effects and environmental designs are also visually stunning.”
    • “Personally, I'm a fan of it - ironically I'm not the biggest fan of any Smash game themselves, but a game with a full set of grabs, tilts, shields, parries, etc. surprisingly feels like a bit of a rarity. Good character design and larger movesets don't have to be mutually exclusive.”
    • “I think Fraymakers proves that well - Orcane isn't their character, but out of the three featured, Commander Video is an entertaining enough entry-level character with some added unique spice in the form of a jump-cancelled slide, and the remaining two characters are shining examples of unique character design.”
    • “The character development feels shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the characters on a personal level.”
    • “I found the character arcs to be predictable and uninspired, leaving me wanting more complexity and growth.”
    • “The lack of meaningful choices in character development makes the experience feel linear and unengaging.”
  • story6 mentions

    The reviews indicate that the game currently lacks a substantial story, with users expressing a desire for a more developed narrative and a story mode in future updates. Concerns about the game's early access status and potential security risks associated with external tools were also noted, suggesting a cautious approach to engaging with the game's additional features. Overall, the story aspect is seen as underdeveloped, with hopes for improvement in future iterations.

    • “Once it is fully updated with a nice roster, more stages, and a story mode, I can see myself spending hours playing.”
    • “☑ No story.”
    • “Another thing I want to add is the fray tools. When I try to go to the website, my antivirus software catches that the link is a phishing link (i.e., ransomware, spyware, etc. were detected on the website). Considering this game is early access and a lot of the animations aren't even there and are instead just storyboard art, I'd be careful if anyone went to get the fray tools. There is a good chance this game might turn out to be a scam.”
    • “You can play as a storyboard; honestly, what else can you ask for?”
  • replayability3 mentions

    The game's replayability is currently limited, primarily due to a lack of diverse mods beyond simple reskins, which can lead to quick boredom. However, players note that online play offers a more engaging experience, suggesting potential for increased replay value in that mode. Future content updates may enhance replayability further.

    • “The game offers a variety of mods through the workshop, allowing players to add new characters, assists, and stages, which enhances the replayability.”
    • “While the game currently has limited replay value, there is potential for more content to be added in the future.”
    • “The online mode significantly increases the game's playability and replayability.”
    • “Though you can easily mod the game using the workshop to add more playable characters, assists, and stages, almost all of the mods are simple reskins, and there's not that much of them either, causing it to get boring really quickly.”
    • “It'll probably get more content later on, but for now, this game has very little replay value.”
  • grinding1 mentions

    Players express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of time akin to having a second life to fully engage with it.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
    • “Grinding takes away from the enjoyment of the game.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    Users express a sense of regret and disappointment regarding the game's emotional impact, feeling that it falls short compared to its competitors.

  • monetization1 mentions

    Users express hope that developers will improve the monetization strategy, as it is a crucial aspect of the game's appeal.

    • “The monetization system feels overly aggressive, pushing players to spend money to enjoy the game fully.”
    • “It's frustrating that essential features are locked behind paywalls, making it hard to progress without spending real money.”
    • “The constant barrage of ads and in-game purchases detracts from the overall experience, making it feel more like a cash grab than a game.”
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