Frog Fall Down
- March 8, 2022
- Joshua Curtis
Get on SteamFrog has fallen into a sinkhole, and only you can help him out of the pit while dealing with some of the most janky and unfair physics you'll ever see in a precision platformer.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game is fun and challenging, providing a rewarding experience for players who enjoy precision platformers.
- Many players found the game to be a great value for its price, offering more enjoyment than expected.
- The game has a cute aesthetic and is engaging for those who appreciate retro-style graphics and gameplay.
- The control mechanics are frustrating, with players feeling a lack of precision and control over their character's movements.
- The graphics and overall quality are considered very low, leading to disappointment among players expecting a more polished experience.
- The game has been criticized for its poor implementation and reliance on outdated game development tools, making it feel like a low-effort product.
- graphics4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics have received mixed reviews, with some users criticizing the use of outdated retro pixel art instead of modern visuals, while others defend the artistic choice despite the locked resolution and controls. Overall, expectations for graphical fidelity vary significantly among players, leading to polarized opinions.
“The graphics are stunning, with beautifully detailed environments that truly immerse you in the game world.”
“The art style is unique and captivating, blending retro aesthetics with modern design elements.”
“The vibrant colors and smooth animations create a visually appealing experience that enhances gameplay.”
“Resolution and controls are locked, and can't be changed or customized to improve the visuals or the control experience.”
“A choice was made to use obsolete retro pixel art as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game challenging yet fair, noting that it adds to the overall enjoyment, especially when navigating tricky on/off platforms. Despite potential changes in physics due to patches, the grind remains a fun and engaging part of the experience.
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of this game has been criticized for resembling a cash grab, as it was quickly bundled with other titles to maximize profit, suggesting a lack of effort and quality in its development.
“Very often, game maker studios are used to create shovelware and lazy cash grabs, which is the case here, as the game was dumped into daily indie game bundles at launch to attempt to extract as much money as possible from this non-game.”
“The monetization strategy feels exploitative, as it prioritizes profit over player experience, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending extra money.”
“It's frustrating to see a game that could have been great reduced to a series of paywalls and microtransactions, making it feel more like a cash grab than a genuine gaming experience.”
