Grompula

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Grompula is a single player shooter game. It was developed by Greeb Games and was released on September 6, 2018. It received positive reviews from players.

Grompula is a high octane wave based survival game. Fight through endless waves of Grompuloids to save the Glorkon race, and banish Grompula back to limbo, where he belongs. With tons of weapons, items, and abilities at your disposal, you might just be able to claim back what's rightfully yours.

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85%

Audience ScoreBased on 20 reviews

graphics2 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game is free to play and has low system requirements, making it accessible to a wide audience.
It offers a fast-paced gameplay experience that can be enjoyable and addictive, with modes that cater to different play styles.
The hand-drawn art style and level design are praised for their quality, contributing to an engaging atmosphere.

The gameplay is repetitive, with limited enemy variety and shallow mechanics that can lead to boredom over time.
There are technical issues, such as slowdowns and problems with achievements not unlocking, which detract from the overall experience.
The use of GameMaker Studio results in a lack of polish and quality, making the game feel like a low-effort project.

story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is described as lacking depth and direction, with some players finding it aimless, while others praise its emotional impact and integration with the game's stunning art and level design. Overall, there is a call for more substantial storytelling elements to enhance the experience.
- “The stunning hand-drawn Renaissance-esque art style paired with impeccable level design and a heart-wrenching story makes for an extremely enjoyable experience that you will not forget.”
- “I truly recommend this to anyone, just anyone... (there need to be more story levels)”
- “There's some pretense of a plot, but the game is mostly just aimless.”
- “There is no story.”
- “I truly recommend this to anyone, just anyone... (there needs to be more story levels).”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
25%
25%
The game's graphics are polarizing, with some users criticizing the use of outdated retro pixel art, while others praise the stunning hand-drawn renaissance-style visuals and exceptional level design. Overall, the graphics contribute significantly to the game's memorable experience.
- “The stunning hand-drawn Renaissance-esque art style paired with impeccable level design and a heart-wrenching story makes for an extremely enjoyable experience that you will not forget.”
- “Excellent video game with good graphics.”
- “The game features obsolete retro pixel art as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The gameplay is criticized for being shallow and lacking originality, leading to a tiresome experience for players.
- “The gameplay here is tiresomely shallow and unoriginal.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization aspect of the game is noted as positive since it is completely free, contrasting with the common criticism of games made with Gamemaker Studio being perceived as low-effort cash grabs.
- “Very often, game maker studios are used to create shovelware and lazy cash grabs, although in this case, the game is completely free.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's breathtaking hand-drawn art and exceptional level design enhance its deeply moving narrative, creating a memorable and emotionally impactful experience for players.
- “The stunning hand-drawn Renaissance-esque art style, paired with impeccable level design and a heart-wrenching story, makes for an extremely enjoyable experience that you will not forget.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
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Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or additional lives to progress effectively.
- “Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding, as it allows you to unlock powerful abilities and gear.”
- “The grind is satisfying, with each level-up feeling like a significant achievement.”
- “I love how the grinding mechanics are balanced; it never feels tedious and always offers something new to strive for.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”