Frogun Encore

91%
Game Brain Score Based on 56 reviews
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Frogun ENCORE is a dashing standalone expansion/sequel to indie hit FROGUN! Explore the world with your trusty Frogun in this cute, lowpoly adventure! Three whole years have passed since Renata defeated Beelzebub, and her small vacation in Jake's town is cut short when the fly bois attack again! It seems one of Beelzebub's loyal followers has an evil scheme in motion to bring him back, and Rena…

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91%
Audience ScoreBased on 56 reviews
gameplay5 positive mentions
stability6 negative mentions
  • Frogun Encore features improved movement mechanics, including a double jump and a fixed camera that enhances gameplay fluidity.
  • The level design is well-crafted, offering a fun and engaging experience with plenty of collectibles and time trials to challenge players.
  • The game retains the charm of the original while introducing new elements, making it a worthwhile experience for fans of platformers.
  • The fixed camera angle can hinder gameplay, making it difficult to judge jumps and find collectibles, leading to frustration.
  • Many players feel the game is significantly shorter and easier than the original, lacking the challenge and variety that made the first game enjoyable.
  • The game suffers from numerous bugs and glitches, which can disrupt the experience and detract from the overall enjoyment.
  • gameplay22 mentions

    The gameplay in this sequel has received mixed feedback, with some players praising the introduction of new mechanics like double jump and co-op gameplay that enhance fluidity and fun, while others express frustration over bugs and control issues that hinder platforming. The fixed camera and refined level design contribute to a more intuitive experience, although some feel the absence of certain level types from the original game diminishes variety. Overall, the game is seen as a charming and enjoyable platformer that builds on its predecessor, despite some lingering technical problems.

    • “But this sequel brings double jump and other mechanics which makes it feel even better!”
    • “The titular frogun's grappling mechanic allows for enough experimentation to keep things fresh, and the difficulty is just right to be a genuine challenge but totally doable, plus getting a perfect grade for each level will satisfy anyone who wants to really test themselves.”
    • “Frogun is a fantastic game with smooth, intuitive gameplay and smart level design.”
    • “With some stages that feel legitimately frustrating to overcome basic obstacles and new mechanics that seem to bug out right when you are trying to jump across moving platforms, this is just disappointing.”
    • “Whiffing platforming due to controls and mechanics bugging out on you is way too common.”
    • “Finally, while this is not a knock on the quality of the gameplay itself, it's worth noting that this game is extremely buggy, to the point where I wondered at multiple points whether or not the game was properly playtested, as some of the bugs are relatively common to encounter.”
  • music8 mentions

    The music in the sequel is generally well-received, with many praising its catchy and upbeat nature, as well as its enjoyable instrumentation. However, some players noted that the soundtrack can become repetitive, especially during challenging levels, which may detract from the overall experience. Overall, it maintains a quality similar to the first game, contributing positively to the game's colorful and fun atmosphere.

    • “The fun colorful graphics, cute characters, and upbeat music are perfect too.”
    • “The music is also great; I really like the instrumentation.”
    • “Music is super catchy and absolutely will get stuck in your head, and you won't be mad about it.”
    • “The soundtrack can get particularly repetitive, unfortunately, especially if a world is giving you particular trouble (the second world with the vine death pit is kind of painful).”
    • “While trying to finish levels as fast as possible or without deaths, there were some stages I had to retry so many times that the loading screen started throwing me out of bounds, the music track wouldn't start, or a blue screen would flicker in and out.”
    • “Music is more or less on par with the first game, which I enjoyed.”
  • graphics7 mentions

    The graphics of the game are characterized by cheerful, colorful visuals and cute low-poly designs that evoke a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic platformers. While the visuals are basic, they are stylistically appealing and optimized for performance, allowing the game to run smoothly on a wide range of PCs. Overall, the art style enhances the fun and engaging atmosphere of the game.

    • “The world around it and the graphics are very cheerful as well.”
    • “The fun, colorful graphics, cute characters, and upbeat music are perfect too!”
    • “The visuals are basic, but super stylistic in a way that harks back to those classic platformers without looking ugly—the style is gorgeous and just so happens to come with the benefit of letting this game run on basically any PC made within the last decade.”
  • stability6 mentions

    The game is plagued by numerous bugs and glitches that significantly impact stability, including erratic enemy behavior and unintended interactions with the environment. While these issues do not render the game unplayable, they detract from the overall experience and raise concerns about the quality of playtesting. Players report that the instability can lead to frustrating moments, though some still find enjoyment in the gameplay.

    • “On top of that, they were extremely buggy. Sometimes they would use attacks that clipped outside the arena, or attacks that seemed like they were meant to be standing in a certain spot, but they just never moved, so the attack was either useless or I had to take completely unavoidable damage.”
    • “The bosses here don't feel creative or challenging at all, and this game is very buggy.”
    • “Finally, while this is not a knock on the quality of the gameplay itself, it's worth noting that this game is extremely buggy, to the point where I wondered at multiple points whether or not the game was properly playtested, as some of the bugs are relatively common to encounter.”
  • grinding3 mentions

    Overall, players appreciate the reduction of grinding compared to the first game, which had excessive replaying for item purchases. However, some still find the need to search for coins tedious, particularly when trying to achieve 100% completion, as it involves crawling through levels rather than easily surveying the area.

    • “Now you have to tediously crawl through the level looking for coins on the edge of what the camera will show instead of just spinning the camera around to see everything quickly.”
    • “I nearly 100%'d it (outside of grinding coins for all the artworks).”
    • “Good, no need for grinding this time (the first game had egregious prices that meant replaying stages over and over again to purchase missing items) and the hat you purchased could now appear in the stages as health pickups.”
  • story1 mentions

    The story of Frogun is accessible to new players, as it includes a recap at the beginning, eliminating the need for prior knowledge of the series.

    • “The game provides a recap of the story right at the beginning, making it accessible for new players without any prior knowledge of Frogun.”
    • “The narrative is engaging and well-crafted, drawing players into the world and its characters.”
    • “The story unfolds in a captivating way, keeping players invested in the journey and the challenges faced.”
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