Mod and Play

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Mod and Play is a multiplayer action game. It was developed by bucikpro and was released on April 20, 2020. It received negative reviews from players.

"Mod & Play" is a physics-based sandbox game that allows players to manipulate objects and create their own constructions, either alone or with friends. The game features full Steam Workshop support and a customizable editor, enabling players to modify the game and share their creations. Players can also create and configure their own server with mods for a unique gameplay experience.

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Audience ScoreBased on 1,738 reviews

graphics68 positive mentions

stability56 negative mentions

The game has great potential and could become a fun sandbox experience with more content and updates.
Graphics are impressive, showcasing the capabilities of Unreal Engine.
The game is cheap, making it an easy investment for those interested in sandbox games.

The game is currently very bare-bones, lacking content and features compared to Garry's Mod.
Many bugs and glitches affect gameplay, making it frustrating to play.
The developer has abandoned the game, leading to concerns about its future and updates.

graphics
146 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their stunning quality, often described as a significant improvement over Garry's Mod, thanks to the use of Unreal Engine. Many users appreciate the smooth performance and potential for photorealistic visuals, although some criticize the game for lacking content and modding capabilities, which detracts from the overall experience. While the graphics are a highlight, they are often seen as the game's only strong point amidst concerns about gameplay and development issues.
- “Let me start off by saying the graphics are beyond amazing, I think they're even better than what I can comprehend with my own eyes.”
- “The graphics are stunning and I know the developer is working on opening the workshop to everyone and fixing all the bugs.”
- “The graphics are amazing for Unreal Engine, and should the mods get better, the game will be way more open.”
- “The only thing this game was trying to be was Garry's Mod with better graphics, but it's not. There are no servers, little to do in the game, not a shred of a player base, and just a very boring game in general. I bought this on sale for 80 cents and I even feel like this is a scam. I've put hundreds of hours into Garry's Mod and this is just not it.”
- “The developer of the game 'bucikpro' abandoned the game after 2 months of being released on Steam. The aim of the project was to completely modernize Garry's Mod with better graphics, UIs, etc., but unfortunately, the game did not fulfill the expectations set by the developer and left us with an unpolished mess of a game with UE4 graphics.”
- “The maps that came with the game are not done, it's completely empty, the performance is terrible, not well optimized, the graphics are bland, and the gameplay is inconsistent. It's an asset flip that is a straight rip from the UE4 marketplace.”
gameplay
66 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
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The gameplay of the game is widely criticized for being underdeveloped and plagued by broken mechanics, leading to a lack of engaging content. Many users feel it relies too heavily on mods, which are currently limited and poorly supported, resulting in a bland and frustrating experience. While the game shows potential due to its technical aspects and beautiful graphics, it suffers from poor optimization, inconsistent gameplay, and a lack of core features that could enhance player engagement.
- “This game is so beautiful; I hate to give it this comparison, but this is basically Garry's Mod, but with so much more potential. It's more beautiful, and the mechanics are a lot cleaner, designed on a newer engine, so it has so much more potential than Garry's Mod.”
- “Yes, it's really fun graphics, but a lot of where the game gets its greatness from is the gameplay.”
- “With add-ons being able to provide you with new mechanics, interesting battles you can create, and maps to explore.”
- “A lot of mechanics are just broken and not playable!”
- “With almost nothing to do, a bland UI, mechanics and assets ripped straight from the Unreal Store, the game is far from an enjoyable experience.”
- “The maps that came with the game are not done, it's completely empty, the performance is terrible, not well optimized, the graphics are bland, and the gameplay is inconsistent, and of course, asset flip that is straight rip from the UE4 marketplace.”
stability
60 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is heavily criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs and glitches that significantly hinder gameplay. Many describe it as a "buggy" and "unpolished" experience, lacking essential features and content, leading to frustration among players. While some see potential for improvement, the consensus is that the game feels incomplete and should have been released in early access rather than as a full product.
- “The game has only a few minor bugs, which do not detract from the overall experience.”
- “I encountered a couple of minor glitches, but they were easily overlooked.”
- “Overall, the game runs smoothly with just a few minor bugs.”
- “The 'developer' shouldn't have launched this as a game that people pay for or at all because it's a buggy incomplete dumpster fire of a 'game'.”
- “The game isn't worth even the 5 dollars CAD, no props, buggy as all hell, so many UI problems and rotating props doesn't work properly. It's just not worth the cheap price; I would rather just lose the money than regretfully buy this game.”
- “Not to mention that it is totally buggy with absolutely no content (missing also the publicized content) and nothing to do in 'game'.”
monetization
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization of the game has been overwhelmingly criticized as a blatant cash grab, with many reviewers labeling it an "asset flip" that lacks genuine content and development effort. Players express frustration over the game's unfinished state and the perception that the developer's primary goal was to profit quickly rather than create a quality experience. Overall, the sentiment is that the game is a poor investment, with little to no value for players.
- “This game is an asset flip, cash grab piece of junk which was dropped to make some quick bucks and is now being abandoned to create another app store gmod.”
- “I only have a play time of 6 minutes because that's how long it took me to go over the entirety of the content, and then another 3 times astonished at how poorly made this game is. It doesn't even show promise; it shows a kid who decided he wanted to plaster together Unreal market assets and code blueprints for a cash grab, even if short-lived.”
- “It is unfinished and clearly just a quick cash grab to try and bait people into thinking it is the next GMod.”
story
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The reviews indicate that the game lacks a substantial story, with many users expressing disappointment over its absence. Some liken the experience to playing games like "Temple Run," which are not known for their narrative depth. Despite this, there are hints of community engagement and excitement around the game's visuals and potential, though the overall sentiment leans towards a critique of the storytelling aspect.
- “Back with the story though, an active Discord grew with several people joining in voice calls by the hour to get glimpses of visuals, almost excited about the ideas that the game would bring.”
- “ Epic story”
- “A great story, actually.”
- “☑ no story”
- “☑️ this game has no story”
- “ like playing 'temple runners' for the story”
optimization
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization is a mixed bag; while some players find it well-optimized and enjoyable on higher-end systems, others report significant issues such as clunky physics, poor multiplayer performance, and inconsistent gameplay. Many users express disappointment with the overall optimization, citing a need for better UI, dedicated servers, and more content. Overall, experiences vary widely depending on individual hardware configurations.
- “Pretty much a very well optimized version of GMod, super fun to mess around in and is a bit more user-friendly than GMod, and at a good price.”
- “The game is very well optimized, being run on a Ryzen 5 2600, GTX 980 Ti, and 16 GB of RAM.”
- “When it comes to optimization, it works well on my computer, but your experience will vary from mine if you don't have an Acer Nitro 5.”
- “Physics are clunky, controlling tools and objects is clunky, poorly optimized.”
- “For a game that's focused on sandbox multiplayer, the multiplayer is horribly optimized.”
- “A bit rushed and not very optimized, ugly UI, slippery movement and unresponsive controls.”
humor
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with players finding amusement in its chaotic gameplay and quirky elements, such as the inclusion of a toilet as a weapon. However, many also criticize the developer's lack of motivation, suggesting that the game's shortcomings are treated as a joke, leading to a blend of funny moments and frustrating experiences. Overall, while the game can be entertaining with friends, it also suffers from issues that detract from its comedic potential.
- “On the first side, we see a really funny gameplay with your friends.”
- “Content, almost none, 3 guns: pistol, ak, and a toilet. It seems that this developer got more humor than motivation for the game, so if he treats it like a joke, so are we.”
- “On the third side, there's mass RDM, toxicity, bumper cars, and etc. By the way, it's really funny here, just use your imagination and... oh, there's a broken physgun!”
music
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music aspect of the game has received mixed feedback, with some players praising the potential for creating "musical masterpieces" using in-game objects. However, many criticize the cumbersome music and video player that only accepts direct mp4 and mp3 links, making it difficult to use popular platforms like YouTube. Overall, while the concept is appreciated, the execution leaves much to be desired, hindering the immersive experience.
- “I don't think I've heard actual objects produce such works of art, truly musical masterpieces.”
- “I think the playing of songs and videos could be a bit easier, like using YouTube links.”
- “I think the playing songs and videos could be a bit easier, like using YouTube links.”
- “The music and video players don't even accept music and videos from websites like YouTube; they only accept direct mp4 and mp3 links, which are extremely primitive.”
- “Messing around with music and videos on the props in-game.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users consistently highlight the game's "infinitely replayable" nature, indicating that it offers a compelling experience that encourages multiple playthroughs.
- “Infinitely replayable.”
- “Infinitely replayable.”
- “Infinitely replayable.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
Players indicate that grinding in the game is so demanding that it may require a second playthrough or additional time investment to fully progress or achieve desired outcomes.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is praised for its appealing graphics and well-designed system; however, it is noted that this system often fails to function properly on many workshop maps, detracting from the overall experience.
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is heavily influenced by the negative experiences within the Discord community, which many users describe as toxic and detrimental to the overall enjoyment of the game. This sentiment suggests that the community interactions can overshadow the game's emotional impact.