LUMBERMANCER

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LUMBERMANCER is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by Roger von Biersborn and was released on June 28, 2016. It received positive reviews from players.

You're a Lumbermancer! Use your dark lumber magic to summon logs to do your bidding. Control both the Lumbermancer and the logs simultaneously to fight the creatures of the woods and steal their mysterious lunches!

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Single-Player

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85%

Audience ScoreBased on 33 reviews

gameplay7 positive mentions

stability8 negative mentions

The game features a charming artistic style and a delightful soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
The unique mechanics of controlling both the Lumbermancer and his summoned logs provide an interesting challenge that many players find enjoyable.
Despite its flaws, the game is considered a fun and quirky experience, especially for its low price point.

The controls are cumbersome and not rebindable, making gameplay frustrating for many players.
The game is plagued by numerous bugs and glitches, including freezing issues that can disrupt progress.
The gameplay can feel grindy and repetitive, with a lack of options for customization and no achievements or co-op mode.

gameplay
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
64%
9%
27%
The gameplay is characterized by a mix of fun and interesting mechanics, with some players appreciating the ability to circumvent core mechanics for a unique experience. While many enjoyed the overall design and dynamic elements, there were notable criticisms regarding glitches and performance issues that detracted from the experience. The inclusion of upgrades and cooperative play options was highlighted as potential improvements to enhance gameplay further.
- “Really fun and interesting mechanics.”
- “The mechanic of controlling two characters at once is done really well.”
- “Had fun playing, love the mechanics and the aesthetic, beautiful art design, definitely plan on playing more later!”
- “The cherry on top is that you can entirely circumvent the core game mechanic, to the point of playing a completely different game than the developers intended.”
- “Simple enough to play from the beginning, but there are quite a few things that need improvement in the gameplay, particularly regarding upgrades.”
- “Upgrades, naked code, dynamic gameplay, sandwich building—what else could you ask for in a game?”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
12%
25%
The music in the game is consistently praised for its quality and fitting integration with the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience. Reviewers appreciate the soundtrack as a standout feature, complementing the game's artistic style and engaging gameplay. Additionally, there is interest in potential DLC offerings, including a digital soundtrack.
- “The game had a wonderful artistic style and fun music.”
- “Good game with hard-to-master controls but lots of fun and a really good soundtrack.”
- “The music fits in well and the sounds do their job nicely.”
- “I just saw the Kickstarter campaign (I'd have definitely backed it at the $4 tier) and now I'm also missing the 'digital book of game art, character designs, and personal secrets' and the 'digital soundtrack of game music' as DLC.”
- “I just saw the Kickstarter campaign (I'd have definitely backed it at the $4 tier) and now I'm also missing the 'digital book of game art, character designs, and personal secrets' and the 'digital soundtrack of game music' as DLC.”
stability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with frequent glitches causing character freezes and complete game crashes, often requiring players to restart. Many users report that certain shop items can trigger severe bugs, rendering the game unplayable. While some find it worth the low sale price, the overall consensus is that the game is too buggy for its retail price.
- “It's pretty damn glitchy, and I had to save a lot because my character would randomly freeze until he gets damaged. Sometimes, if you're unlucky enough, the game just freezes, and you have to alt+f4.”
- “It really made me sad how many bugs and glitches I've encountered in it.”
- “There are items in the shop that, if you buy them, the game glitches out completely, and you can no longer save or function.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
12%
38%
The game's graphics are characterized by a charming and cute art style that resonates well with players, enhancing the overall experience. However, it lacks graphical options such as resolution settings or fullscreen mode, which may limit customization for some users. Overall, the aesthetic is well-received, contributing positively to the game's appeal.
- “It is awesome, the music is good, the gameplay is awesome and the art style is so cute!!!”
- “Cute graphics, nice story and game concept.”
- “Had fun playing, love the mechanics and the aesthetic, beautiful art design, definitely plan on playing more later!!”
- “The game does not feature any options, neither graphical ones, nor of any other kind.”
- “No graphic settings available; you can't set the screen resolution or play it fullscreen.”
- “The art style and humor definitely take cues from those guys, and I'd say it's a resounding success on that front.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its humor, with players finding it both funny and challenging, particularly in the unique control mechanics of managing two characters simultaneously. The option for solo or co-op play adds to the comedic experience, making it a delightful choice for alleviating boredom or stress. Overall, the humor is highlighted as a standout feature, contributing to the game's appeal.
- “Let's be real, this game is hilarious and really challenging.”
- “It's hilarious, so well made for a single person to make alone, and way harder than I thought it would be.”
- “Can't wait for more games from him, his humor is amazing and it's a great buy to cure any kind of boredom or stress.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
25%
50%
The game's story centers on a relatable quest for a sandwich, transforming a simple desire into an epic adventure. Players appreciate the charming graphics and the engaging concept that resonates with everyday experiences.
- “Cute graphics, nice story, and game concept.”
- “The story of the game is one that I feel we can all identify with in some way: it’s one man’s quest to get himself a sandwich.”
- “While the quest shown in the game is easily far more epic than going to your local sub shop, it is, nonetheless, relatable.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessive and tedious, particularly due to the challenging multitasking required to control both the character and the logs. This has led some to feel that the experience is more frustrating than enjoyable, making them hesitant to recommend the game to others.
- “But it immediately felt too grindy.”
- “In some ways, it's supposed to be fun because it challenges the left hand versus the right hand and multitasking, but at the end of the day, I wouldn't recommend it to my friends because it felt too grindy.”
- “Sometimes, it becomes tedious to control both the lumbermancer and his logs at the same time using the joysticks.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
50%
While the gameplay is generally enjoyable and engaging, players have reported issues with optimization, including glitches and performance drops, particularly in visually intense areas with heavy effects like fog.
- “The gameplay itself is flawless to me; I liked every part of the game. Even though it is about 2 hours long, I still enjoyed it. However, the glitches and performance issues brought me down a bit.”
- “You might experience some performance drops in levels that generate too much fog all over the place.”
- “You might experience some performance drops in the level that generates too much bloody fog all over the place.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews indicate a desire for additional content related to character development, such as a digital art book and soundtrack, suggesting that players value deeper insights into character designs and the game's narrative elements.