Hellblusser
- July 31, 2021
- Sokpop Collective
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Reviews
- The game features a unique and charming art style that many players find appealing.
- Combat mechanics are engaging and rewarding, with a variety of upgrades that allow for different playstyles.
- It's a fun and budget-friendly roguelike experience that offers decent replayability despite its short length.
- The game is quite short, with many players finishing it in under two hours, leading to concerns about replay value.
- Combat can feel repetitive and lacks depth, especially once players discover overpowered mechanics like the kick.
- The art style, while visually interesting, can make it difficult to read text and navigate the game effectively.
- gameplay17 mentions
- 59 % positive mentions
- 24 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
Gameplay reviews highlight a mix of experiences, with some players enjoying the unique mechanics and fluid controls, while others find the combat repetitive and frustrating. The art style is noted as both a charm and an obstacle, and while many appreciate the engaging combat and roguelike elements, some feel the game could benefit from additional mechanics and length. Overall, the gameplay is described as user-friendly and enjoyable, particularly for newcomers to the genre.
“Very unique visual style, tight controls, and the fire collecting/shooting mechanic is a lot of fun.”
“Fulfilling, well-rounded combat, excellent enemy telegraphing, and a simple yet fun charge/shoot mechanic for a ranged attack.”
“A great roguelike with engaging combat (some of the best first-person melee combat I have ever encountered), tons of upgrades to vary the gameplay, and a super charming art style.”
“The combat was pretty repetitive by the time you figure out that the kick exists and just completely negates all meaning in the enemy's mechanics.”
“Gameplay was just kind of frustrating.”
“Maybe I'm just spoiled by bigger roguelikes like Binding of Isaac or Enter the Gungeon, but it really seems like this game would have benefited from being longer and having a few more gameplay mechanics to really flesh it out.”
- graphics16 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 31 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their unique and charming art style, which is described as rough, cartoony, and visually engaging. However, some players note that the art can occasionally hinder gameplay, particularly in terms of readability and UI clarity. Overall, the aesthetic is considered a standout feature, contributing positively to the game's atmosphere and enjoyment.
“The art style is charmingly rough and cartoony, but the first two areas of the three blend together visually.”
“The music is insanely good as well as the art style.”
“A great roguelike with engaging combat (some of the best first-person melee combat I have ever encountered), tons of upgrades to vary the gameplay, and a super charming art style.”
“The art style is pretty, but sometimes it's impossible to read text.”
“I've never seen an art style serve as more of an obstacle to gameplay, and I enjoyed Cruelty Squad immensely.”
“The graphics and controls could be better, as well as the UI.”
- music16 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 31 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising its catchy and atmospheric qualities, while others find it mismatched with the game's theme. Many highlight the soundtrack as a standout feature that enhances the overall experience, though a few express disappointment in its execution. Overall, the consensus leans towards the music being a strong point, contributing positively to the game's enjoyment.
“The music is insanely good as well as the art style.”
“This game has really great battle mechanic ideas and a really fantastic soundtrack that helps add a good deal of atmosphere.”
“Wonderful music, too.”
“The bosses are too technical for them to take skill and the music is just plain boring.”
“- The urban club-beat soundtrack just doesn't fit the game at all.”
“Maybe it's the music, maybe it's the quirky premise, or maybe it's the combat.”
- replayability3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
Hellblusser offers a modest yet enjoyable replayability experience, appealing to players looking for a breezy take on the genre. While some users appreciate the game's value for its price, others feel that the lack of character progression diminishes its replay value. Overall, opinions on replayability are mixed, with some finding it satisfying and others less convinced.
“Great little game, with a nice amount of replayability for the price!”
“I don't understand the replay value of this game, especially when there is no character progress between games.”
“It's understandable given the genre's heavy-hitters are lauded for their endless replayability, but Hellblusser's modest scope makes it a refreshingly breezy take on the formula.”
- story1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -300 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The story is praised for its accessibility and engaging flow, standing out in a landscape where many AAA titles can be convoluted and overwhelming. Players appreciate its straightforwardness, making it easy to immerse themselves in the narrative.
“In a world where AAA titles can drag on, with convoluted stories and overwhelming mechanics, I enjoy this title, which is easy to get into and flow with.”
“The story is convoluted and hard to follow, making it difficult to stay engaged.”
“The narrative feels disjointed and lacks coherence, leaving players confused about the plot.”
“Character development is shallow, and the dialogue often feels forced and unoriginal.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is significantly enhanced by its fantastic soundtrack, which complements the innovative battle mechanics, creating an engaging and immersive experience for players.
“This game has really great battle mechanic ideas and a fantastic soundtrack that adds a significant amount of atmosphere.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users praise the game's humor, highlighting it as another successful and amusing creation from Sokpop.
“Sokpop has created another hilariously entertaining game.”
“The humor in this game is spot-on and keeps me laughing throughout.”
“I love how the game combines clever jokes with engaging gameplay.”
