Goop Loop

About

Goop Loop is a unique physics-based game where you play as a piece of goop stuck in a loop, trying to build up momentum to surmount obstacles like hills and gaps. The game features a narrator who offers commentary that can be both entertaining and frustrating as you strive to reach the top. Along the way, you'll discover new goop colors, but be prepared to experience setbacks and question your decisions.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

96%

Audience ScoreBased on 55 reviews

humor6 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game offers a unique and challenging physics-based platforming experience that can be addictive once you master the mechanics.
The humor and narration throughout the game add a delightful touch, making the frustrating moments more enjoyable.
It's well-priced for the amount of content and replayability, especially for fans of rage games like 'Getting Over It'.

The game can be extremely frustrating, with some players feeling stuck on certain sections for extended periods.
Graphics are basic and could use improvement to enhance the overall visual appeal of the game.
The steep learning curve and lack of tutorials may deter players who are not accustomed to challenging platformers.

humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's humor is characterized by its dry wit and clever commentary, which consistently elicits laughter from players. Unique elements, such as acquiring skins through paint buckets and entertaining voice lines, enhance the comedic experience, making it a delightful choice for those who appreciate humor alongside challenging gameplay. Players often find themselves returning for both the laughs and the engaging challenges.
- “The dry humor and commentary in the game is amazing; it had me cracking up with everything I did.”
- “If you love a little humor with your real challenges, then this is the game for you!”
- “I've busted out laughing multiple times from the voice lines, and I come back every once in a while to try to tackle the next challenge.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is designed to be challenging and intentionally frustrating, requiring players to master unique mechanics that limit rapid actions. While the game's short length may be a concern, the repetition fosters skill development and offers hidden cosmetic unlocks, adding depth and exploration to the experience.
- “The game length will depend on how fast you master the mechanics, which by default should be a challenge for the majority of gamers or the game loses its purpose.”
- “The mechanics are unique and there's some hidden cosmetic unlocks as well, which adds some depth and exploration.”
- “My bigger issue aside from the short length is that this seems designed to be more of a rage game, with the mechanic that you can't perform too many actions too quickly.”
- “The game length will depend on how fast you master the mechanics, which by default should be a challenge for the majority of gamers, or the game loses its purpose.”
- “The game is intentionally frustrating with a tough mechanic that makes it easy to mess up and lose practice, but it isn't ham-handed with it; the repetition actually helps you climb the skill curve for tougher challenges.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are generally described as basic and simple, fitting for a 2D game, but some players feel they could benefit from updates to enhance visual appeal. Additionally, there is frustration regarding a noticeable decline in graphic quality in the game's final section compared to earlier parts.
- “The graphics are very simple; maybe it would help to update them a bit to make the game look more appealing to users that come by the game.”
- “What adds to the frustration is the fact that the end section has worse graphics than the previous parts, but it takes longer to beat.”
- “The visuals are basic but decent enough for the game genre considering it is a 2D experience.”
- “The graphics are very simple; maybe it would help to update them a bit to make the game look more appealing to users.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find significant replayability in the game as they are motivated to improve their completion times through repeated play, fostering a sense of personal achievement and mastery.
- “The good news is that you will naturally master the game through continuous repetition, and this is where there is considerable replayability, as a personal goal will be to improve the time taken to complete the track.”
- “The good news is that you will naturally master the game through continuous repetition, and this is where there is considerable replayability as a personal goal will be to improve the time taken to complete the track.”
- “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back and play it again, as the story doesn't change and the challenges feel repetitive.”
- “While the game offers a variety of modes, they quickly become stale, making it hard to find motivation to replay after the initial run.”