Indie Game Battle
- October 28, 2015
- Blob Games Studio
Get on Steam"Indie Game Battle" is a local multiplayer game that pits indie game characters against each other in various arenas. Players can choose from a variety of characters, each with unique abilities, and compete in several game modes including deathmatch and capture the flag. The game features fast-paced action and a wide selection of indie games to represent, providing a unique and entertaining experience.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a unique roster of indie characters that fans of the genre may enjoy.
- The developers have shown dedication to updating the game and interacting with the community.
- The gameplay mechanics mimic those of Smash Bros., providing a familiar experience for fans of platform fighters.
- The game has been cancelled and is no longer being updated, leaving it unfinished and lacking promised features.
- Controls are clunky and unresponsive, making the gameplay feel awkward and unsatisfying.
- Many characters are incomplete or unrecognizable, which detracts from the overall experience and appeal of the game.
- story9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game has received mixed feedback, with users expressing disappointment over the cancellation of promised features such as a dedicated story mode and online play. While some found the initial narrative engaging and were excited about character integrations, the lack of development and fulfillment of these story elements has left many feeling unsatisfied and frustrated. Overall, the narrative potential remains largely unrealized, leading to a sense of missed opportunities.
“A nice story to tell everyone was all it took for me to be sold on it.”
“Ryan's story:”
“-please add quote from cave story”
“Also, features that were promised (a story mode & online mode) were never created and work on a story mode was barely even started.”
“Also, features that were promised (a story mode & online mode) were never created and work on a story mode was barely even started.”
“Sigh creator, why did you cancel it? This game is really fun, like the alts are awesome, plus I am waiting for the story and online.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally enjoyable and reminiscent of Super Smash Bros., featuring mechanics like health bars and super meters. However, players have noted the need for improvements, particularly in controls and the addition of a dash mechanic, to enhance the overall experience. While the game captures the essence of its inspiration, it currently falls short of being a standout title.
“Gameplay mechanics perfectly mimic Smash Bros.”
“Although earlier I said I had fun experiences with this roster and the gameplay in general, I still can't let go of a few things.”
“The improvements that this game needs are better controls. If they can add a dash mechanic and make the smash attack input like how it is in Smash Bros, then this would be a neat Smash Bros clone, but as of now it's meh.”
“Gameplay-wise, the game still plays like Smash, but with a health bar being with the percents, and a super meter.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game have received mixed feedback, with some users praising the overall quality while others criticize the design of the buttons and menu backgrounds, suggesting they could benefit from a redesign by a professional.
“I'd be willing to bet that if you showed any web or graphic designer your game's buttons and menu backgrounds, they would happily redesign them for free.”
“The graphics are stunning and truly immersive.”
“The visual design is breathtaking, with attention to detail that enhances the overall experience.”
“I'd be willing to bet that if you showed any web or graphic designer your game's buttons and menu backgrounds, they would redesign them happily for free.”
“The graphics look outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
“Character models are poorly designed and animations feel stiff and unconvincing.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music composition and sound design in the game are praised as impressive for an indie title, with expectations for further improvement in the upcoming version. While the controls and music are well-received, some players note the lack of character voices and victory screens, as well as oversized stages that complicate gameplay.
“The music composition, visual effects, and sound design are actually pretty impressive for an indie game, and they look even better in the upcoming version, so stick with it.”
“The controls and music are great, with a healthy roster that will only get better.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that the game suffers from inadequate optimization, particularly on slower machines, leading to disappointing performance and unappealing character models. Players express a desire for more optimization options to enhance the overall experience.
“Needs more optimization options.”
“A sort of disappointing mishmash of characters, unappealing character models, and poor optimization on slower machines make this a hard sell.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviews suggest that the humor in the game may be polarizing, with some players encouraging developers to focus on their own vision rather than catering to critics or external opinions.
“The humor in this game is absolutely top-notch, with clever writing that keeps you laughing throughout.”
“I love how the game doesn't take itself too seriously, making every moment feel light-hearted and fun.”
“The witty dialogue and hilarious character interactions had me chuckling from start to finish.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users express frustration with the emotional manipulation portrayed by the character Felix, indicating that it detracted from their overall experience and engagement with the game.
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users report that the game experiences significant stability issues, including a broken fast special ultimate move and various glitches, such as characters retaining assist capsules that cannot be used. There is hope for future patches to address these problems, particularly those attributed to the Unity engine.
“The game is plagued by numerous glitches, including characters getting stuck in animations and unresponsive controls, which severely impacts the overall experience.”
“I encountered frequent crashes and frame drops, making it difficult to enjoy the gameplay without interruptions.”
“There are still a couple of glitches, like one character holding an assist capsule that can't be thrown, which I attribute to the limitations of the Unity engine.”
