Miner Meltdown

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Miner Meltdown is a single player and multiplayer platformer game with a comedy theme. It was developed by Mighty Pebble Games and was released on August 2, 2017. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Miner Meltdown" is a 2D online multiplayer game where 4 vs 4 teams compete in randomly generated destructible mines to collect gold and purchase better weapons. Fast-paced gameplay is enabled by jetpacks and ropes for traversal, and various game modes such as deathmatch, crazy king, and diamond dash are available. Bots are included for solo play.

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78%

Audience ScoreBased on 79 reviews

gameplay10 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features unique and adorable characters, smooth controls, and fun gameplay, making it enjoyable to play with friends.
Miner Meltdown offers a variety of game modes and allows for both multiplayer and bot play, providing flexibility for players.
The developer is responsive to feedback and continues to add new content, enhancing the game's potential and community engagement.

The player base is very small, making it difficult to find online matches, which limits the multiplayer experience.
The game suffers from some technical issues, including glitches and a lack of diverse content, which can detract from the overall enjoyment.
The soundtrack can become annoying over time, and the game lacks a single-player mode that would allow for offline play.

gameplay
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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14%
The gameplay is characterized by smooth controls, fast-paced action, and unique mechanics that enhance the experience, particularly in multiplayer settings. However, some players express concerns about the lack of a robust community and the need for offline or single-player options. Overall, while the game offers fun and engaging mechanics, it requires further content and refinement to fully realize its potential.
- “This game has unique and adorable characters and music, smooth controls and gameplay, and is a ton of fun!”
- “Funny platformer with fast action gameplay.”
- “Tight controls, fast gameplay, good weapon variety, easy to pick up and play!”
- “Gameplay is okay, but the problem is it is a multiplayer-only game and the community I tried to play with is inactive. I think the devs should update the game to include offline or single-player modes.”
- “The gathering mechanic of Miner Meltdown could use some streamlining, as well as the rope mechanic.”
- “It needs a lot more content and work on core mechanics, but still gets a thumbs up.”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
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The music in the game is a mixed bag; while some players appreciate its catchy and fun 8-bit style, others find it repetitive and annoying over time. The soundtrack has been described as both adorable and bouncy, contributing to the overall charm of the game, but opinions vary significantly, with some users expressing strong dislike for it. Overall, the music enhances the gameplay experience for many, despite some criticisms.
- “This game has unique and adorable characters and music, smooth controls and gameplay, and is a ton of fun!”
- “The pixel art is really cute, you can choose some funny and silly characters to be your mine, and the music is fun and bouncy as well, which makes all the diamonds or death!”
- “Also, PvP is funny as hell, and with one of the most catchy soundtracks around, it will be in your head for hours if not days.”
- “Graphically, the pixel artwork is well done, but I must admit that I am not a fan of the soundtrack.”
- “I don't really like the audio in this game; it gets annoying after some time, especially the music.”
- “The soundtrack gets annoying after some time.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
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The graphics are generally praised for their well-executed pixel artwork and cute 2D design, contributing to an appealing visual experience. However, some users noted a desire for more character variety in the graphics. Overall, the visuals are considered good and simple, enhancing the game's charm.
- “Graphically, the pixel artwork is well done.”
- “Good pixel artwork.”
- “Simple and nice graphics.”
- “Graphically, the pixel artwork is well done, but I must admit that I am not a fan of the soundtrack.”
- “2D graphics.”
- “Cute graphics, just needs more characters.”
story
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
43%
The game lacks a traditional story, which is intentional as it focuses on action rather than narrative. Reviewers agree that the absence of a story does not detract from the gameplay experience, as it is not designed to be story-driven.
- “The game doesn't have a story, but it doesn't need to have it; it's not meant to be a story-driven game.”
- “It's meant to be an action shooter, and I don't see the story being of any relevance here.”
- “Story: N/A”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its humor, featuring a funny platforming experience with cute pixel art and silly character options. Players enjoy the hilarious skins, catchy soundtrack, and entertaining PvP elements, while the 'sexy' chat filter adds an extra layer of comedy. Overall, the lighthearted tone and engaging gameplay contribute to a fun and amusing atmosphere.
- “The pixel art is really cute, you can choose some funny and silly characters to be your main, and the music is fun and bouncy as well, which makes all the diamonds or death!”
- “Hilarious skins to choose from (most unlocked from leveling up).”
- “Also, PvP is funny as hell, and with one of the most catchy soundtracks around, it will be in your head for hours, if not days.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users consistently rate the game's replayability as exceptional, often giving it a perfect score of 10/10. This suggests that the game offers a variety of engaging content and experiences that encourage players to return multiple times.
- “The replayability is off the charts! Every playthrough feels fresh and exciting.”
- “I can't believe how many different paths and outcomes there are. This game is a true masterpiece of replayability!”
- “With so many choices and variations, I find myself coming back to this game time and time again.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is marred by numerous glitches, including issues like invisible players and mutants, which detract from the overall experience.
- “There are also a fair bit of glitches which doesn't help the case.”
- “Glitches like invisible players and mutants attacking you.”