King Oddball

"Like many mobile rooted games, King Oddball features a very simple premise that is easy to pick up, but a real lack of level variety holds it back from being a really good game."

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"King Oddball" is a physics-based puzzle game where you control a quirky king who uses his tongue to swing and release boulders to crush various targets. The game features simple controls, challenging physics, and over 120 levels with increasing difficulty. Extra features include hidden levels, eccentric art style, and original soundtrack. The goal is to master the rock's behavior and strategically release it to cause maximum destruction.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

Reviews

61%

Audience ScoreBased on 32 reviews

gameplay2 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

Insanely addictive and enjoyable, offering a fun and casual gaming experience.
Simple controls make it accessible to players of all ages, while the level design provides a satisfying challenge.
The game features a unique and goofy premise, with a charming art style that enhances the overall experience.

The difficulty curve increases sharply, which can lead to frustration and a lack of motivation to continue playing.
Limited variety in gameplay and repetitive music and backgrounds can make the experience feel monotonous over time.
Success often relies on trial and error, which may not appeal to players looking for a more strategic or skill-based challenge.

gameplay
3 mentions
67 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized as absurdly fun and addictive, featuring solid mechanics and simple one-button controls. However, some users find the basic gameplay becomes monotonous due to a lack of variety, repetitive music, and backgrounds, with success often depending on trial and error.
- “Absurdly fun and addicting with one-button gameplay.”
- “The mechanics are really solid and the rocks always seem to go where they are supposed to go.”
- “[Basic gameplay gets very boring as it doesn't offer enough variety; music and backgrounds repeat too often. Success relies on trial and error.]”
story
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
100 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The story begins with a gradual introduction but quickly escalates in difficulty, leading to player frustration and a lack of motivation to complete the main quest. Many players find it challenging to progress beyond a certain point, with some noting that achieving over 63% completion is a significant feat.
graphics
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Reviewers appreciate the game's aesthetics and art style, noting that the graphics provide a satisfying, "Angry Birds"-like gratification. The level design is also highlighted as a strong point, contributing to the overall visual appeal.
- “I love the aesthetics and the gratifying experience reminiscent of Angry Birds.”
- “The level design is quite good; I also appreciate the art style.”
humor
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is noted for being both clever and light-hearted, providing a refreshing contrast to its challenging gameplay. Players appreciate the balance of wit and forgiveness, making the experience enjoyable without feeling overly punishing.
- “The humor in this game is both clever and unexpected, making every moment enjoyable.”
- “I found myself laughing out loud at the witty dialogue and hilarious situations.”
- “The game's quirky characters and their funny interactions kept me entertained throughout.”
replayability
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the game's simple controls, making it accessible to everyone, while its goofy premise adds to the fun. Additionally, the inclusion of extra content significantly enhances its replayability, encouraging players to return for more.
- “The simple controls allow anyone to play, and the goofy premise is quite silly and enjoyable. The extra content adds loads of replay value.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh due to the variety of choices and outcomes, making me want to dive back in again and again.”
- “The game offers multiple paths and endings, ensuring that no two experiences are the same, which keeps me coming back for more.”
music
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
The music in the game is criticized for its repetitiveness, contributing to a lack of variety that makes the basic gameplay feel monotonous. Players feel that the soundtrack does not enhance the experience, as it often fails to provide fresh auditory stimulation during gameplay.
- “The basic gameplay gets very boring as it doesn't offer enough variety; the music and backgrounds repeat too often.”
- “The music lacks diversity and quickly becomes monotonous, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “The soundtrack is forgettable and fails to enhance the overall experience of the game.”