Greedy Bubble

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A brutally difficult arcade game about a cute and greedy bubble that's trapped inside a cave. Can you guide it out while collecting as many coins as you can?

Genres & Tags

Casual

Play Modes

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

Reviews

47%

Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews

gameplay2 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features a unique and original concept that combines gravity puzzles with a collecting mechanic, providing a fresh gameplay experience.
The increasing difficulty of the levels keeps the game engaging and challenging, making it suitable for players who enjoy difficult games.
The retro pixel art style, while initially off-putting, complements the gameplay and adds to the overall charm of the game.

The game suffers from technical issues, including detection problems and locked controls, which detract from the overall experience.
The graphics and sound design are considered subpar, with some players finding the retro aesthetic and limited audio track unappealing.
The use of GameMaker Studio for development has led to a lack of polish and quality, making the game feel more like a mobile app than a full PC game.

graphics
5 mentions
60 % positive mentions
-20 % neutral mentions
60 % negative mentions
The graphics are characterized by a retro pixel art style that some players feel fits the game's theme well, while others criticize it for being visually unappealing and lacking polish. Although the retro aesthetic is intentional, it can be jarring due to horizontal lines and a general lack of contemporary quality, leading to mixed feelings about its overall presentation. Despite initial impressions of ugliness, some players find that the art style grows on them as they engage with the game's challenges.
- “Graphics are retro; it fits the game perfectly.”
- “Sincerely, the old art style in the game gives a first impression of being ugly, but when you play and associate the difficulty with the art, you understand how beautiful it is.”
- “While this is clearly an original game, the quality of presentation is unique and adds to its charm.”
- “The only thing I don't like is the horizontal lines on the graphics. I understand it's for the retro element, but in general, it's not great for the eyes.”
- “While this is clearly an original game, the quality of presentation is awful due to GameMaker Studio and retro pixel art instead of contemporary visuals.”
- “Like most GameMaker Studio construction kit games, this features lazy 2D retro pixel art instead of professionally done, contemporary PC graphics.”
gameplay
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its simplicity, with users highlighting the ease of understanding the game's operations and mechanics.
- “The simple gameplay is really effective.”
- “The operation and mechanics of the game are easy to understand.”
story
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
The game lacks a traditional story, but many users feel that a narrative is unnecessary for this brief experience.
- “The game has no story at all; for such a short product, it feels like it doesn't need one.”
- “The narrative is completely lacking, leaving players with a hollow experience.”
- “There is no engaging plot or character development, making the story feel non-existent.”
monetization
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of games made with GameMaker Studio is frequently criticized for resulting in shovelware and lazy cash grabs, indicating a tendency for developers to prioritize profit over quality.
- “The monetization strategy feels exploitative, as it prioritizes profit over player experience.”
- “I can't enjoy the game when every feature is locked behind a paywall.”
- “The constant push for in-game purchases ruins the overall enjoyment and immersion.”
music
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised, with players finding it to be amazing and a strong complement to the overall experience, enhancing the enjoyment of the gameplay and its increasing difficulty.
- “This is a surprisingly good game; I loved the controls, the increasing difficulty of the levels, and the music is amazing!”
- “The soundtrack is incredibly immersive and perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.”
- “I can't get enough of the music! Each track is catchy and keeps me motivated to keep playing.”