Juiced!
- April 23, 2020
- Timothy van der Hoeven
Get on Steam"Juiced!" is a 2D platformer where players control treasure hunter Tiko in a quest to find Eternal Crystals before an evil wizard does, in a single-player or local co-op multiplayer mode with adjustable difficulty. The game features over 15 unique worlds, 80 enemies, 30 weapons, and powerups, with a promise of over 10 hours of gameplay, including bonus stages, unlockable challenges and outfits, and a catchy synthesizer soundtrack.
Mac OS
Nintendo Switch
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Phone
Windows
Android
Mobile Platform
Tablet
Reviews
- Juiced! is a charming and nostalgic platformer that successfully captures the essence of classic 90s games, offering smooth controls and engaging level design.
- The game features a variety of creative enemies and bosses, along with numerous power-ups and secrets that enhance the gameplay experience.
- At its low price point, Juiced! provides hours of fun and lighthearted gameplay, making it a great value for fans of the platformer genre.
- Some players have reported issues with minor glitches, control problems, and frustrating design choices, such as the need for separate save files for time trials.
- The art direction and visuals can be inconsistent, with some sprites and effects not fitting well within the retro aesthetic, leading to a jarring experience.
- While the game is generally enjoyable, some players found the difficulty spikes and unclear level design to be frustrating at times.
- gameplay10 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The gameplay is highly praised for its stability, engaging mechanics, and well-crafted levels, offering a mix of fun challenges and diverse gameplay formats, including unique chase and vehicle levels. Players appreciate the game's clean controls, adorable graphics, and humorous storytelling, making it an enjoyable experience overall. It stands out as a quality platformer that provides hours of lighthearted entertainment.
“It absolutely shines in nearly every department: gameplay, controls, enemy & character design, puzzles, level design, storytelling, writing, etc.”
“The mechanics are simple, clean, and empowering, and the levels are well-crafted and a joy to explore.”
“Cheap game for a cheap price, and it's actually good unlike some other cheap games that either break or are impossible to beat because gameplay is unstable.”
“In addition to all this, there are special levels where the gameplay format is changed a bit: 'chase' levels in which you need to outrun a giant boss and vehicle levels in which you control a hovercraft, a glider, a submarine, and a surfboard!”
“Also note that I have many more hours of gameplay on the non-Steam version.”
- music10 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its charm and nostalgic Sega Genesis vibe. However, some found it repetitive and chose to mute it during gameplay to focus on more complex puzzles. Overall, while the soundtrack complements the adventure, it may not be engaging enough to keep players' attention throughout.
“All bits of the game pay service to these classic titles, and each individual component works towards this goal: controls are tight, level design is above-average (and full of secrets and small puzzles), enemy designs are numerous and creative, and even the music smacks of that old Sega Genesis timbre and vibe.”
“The movement is super good, the story is interesting, the characters too, the music is good, but most of all, it's an amazing adventure.”
“Adorable graphics, great music, interesting gameplay (cross between being able to execute the tricky moves and figuring out the puzzle element), and really, really funny characters/plot/cut scenes.”
“However, I played much of the game with the music muted because I wanted to concentrate on the game, especially the more complex puzzle sections.”
“But the music is very repetitive.”
“Music fits well.”
- graphics9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The game's graphics feature a charming pixel art style with a hand-drawn aesthetic reminiscent of 90s platformers, which some players find nostalgic despite occasional rough edges. While the visuals may initially seem jagged, they ultimately contribute to the game's unique presentation and overall appeal, complemented by seamless controls and engaging character designs. Overall, the graphics are well-received for their elegance and ability to enhance the gameplay experience.
“While the game utilizes pixel graphics, the visuals have a nice hand-drawn feel to them.”
“This game is very charming and elegant to play, with seamless controls and unique graphics.”
“Adorable graphics, great music, interesting gameplay, and really, really funny characters, plot, and cut scenes.”
“I'll admit that I initially felt that the graphics and UI were a little rough around the edges, but once I got into the game, I just accepted it as part of the game's presentation style. After all, it does seem to be inspired by 90s era platformers.”
“It's not a bad game, and costs as much as a bag of chips, but the rough edges are jagged - and some of the sprites cross the line between nostalgia and tracing over old artwork.”
“Fast game with modern-day graphics with easy controls that moves from location A to B to C and so on.”
- story7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 29 % negative mentions
The story is centered around three powerful magic crystals and is praised for its engaging and humorous cutscenes, well-developed characters, and overall interesting narrative. Reviewers highlight the storytelling as a standout aspect of the game, contributing to an enjoyable and adventurous experience.
“The story basically revolves around three magic crystals that bestow great power on whoever possesses them.”
“I won't cover the details of the story in this review, but I'll say that each time a cutscene came on, I'd refill my coffee and just sit back and enjoy the show because I found them to be well written and funny.”
“The movement is super good, the story is interesting, the characters too, the music is good, but most of all, it's an amazing adventure.”
“The story basically revolves around 3 magic crystals that bestow great power on whoever possesses them.”
“I won't cover the details of the story in this review but I'll say that each time a cutscene came on, I'd refill my coffee and just sit back and enjoy the show because I found them to be well written and funny.”
- humor6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players highlighting well-written and entertaining cutscenes that enhance the overall experience. The charming characters and amusing plot elements contribute to a fun and addictive gameplay, making it enjoyable for players of all ages. Overall, the game's humor is a standout feature that adds to its appeal.
“I won't cover the details of the story in this review, but I'll say that each time a cutscene came on, I'd refill my coffee and just sit back and enjoy the show because I found them to be well written and funny.”
“There's a nice charm and element of humor to go along as well.”
“Adorable graphics, great music, interesting gameplay (cross between being able to execute the tricky moves and figuring out the puzzle element), and really, really funny characters/plot/cut scenes.”
- character development1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Character development is highlighted as a standout feature, excelling alongside gameplay, storytelling, and design elements, contributing to a rich and engaging experience.
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its wholesome nature, appealing to players of all ages and evoking a sense of warmth and positivity.
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Overall, while there are minor glitches and control issues, along with a frustrating design choice regarding coin collection, these stability concerns do not significantly impact the overall enjoyment of the game.
“There are some issues with minor glitches and control problems, along with a frustrating design choice regarding how coins work in terms of collection and completion. However, these factors don't significantly detract from an otherwise enjoyable experience.”
“The game frequently crashes, making it difficult to progress and enjoy the content.”
“I encountered several bugs that disrupted gameplay, leading to a frustrating experience overall.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game offers significant replayability, allowing players to pursue various goals such as achieving the best score, completing levels in the fastest time, or experimenting with a "yolo mode" for a more casual experience.
“There is a lot of replay value, as you can aim for the best score, fastest time, or even try the YOLO mode.”
“The game offers multiple paths and challenges, making each playthrough feel fresh and exciting.”
“With various difficulty levels and unlockable content, I find myself coming back for more every time.”
