Mount Your Friends 3D: A Hard Man is Good to Climb
- February 23, 2018
- Stegersaurus Software Inc.
"Mount Your Friends 3D: A Hard Man is Good to Climb" is a comedy sports game that features local and online multi-player options for 2 players, as well as single-player challenges. Experience the classic innuendo-filled gameplay in a new 3D perspective, with 20 different tower configurations and customizable characters. Compete in escalating challenges, unlock new setups, and conserve energy to get those extra few inches when it counts.
Reviews
- The game offers a hilarious and unique multiplayer experience, perfect for bonding with friends.
- The transition to 3D enhances the visuals and adds a fresh take on the original gameplay mechanics.
- It's easy to learn but challenging to master, providing hours of fun and laughter with its goofy physics.
- The game lacks depth compared to the original, with simplified controls that reduce the skill required to play.
- There are limitations on player count, capping multiplayer matches at only 4 players, which feels restrictive for a party game.
- Technical issues such as matchmaking delays and bugs can hinder the overall experience, especially in online play.
- humor18 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised for its slapstick style and hilarious multiplayer interactions, making it an excellent choice for party settings. Players appreciate the comedic elements, including funny character designs and absurd gameplay mechanics, which contribute to a lighthearted atmosphere perfect for casual play with friends. Overall, the game is recognized as a standout in the party game genre, delivering consistent laughs and enjoyable experiences.
“It's hilarious to play with friends!”
“This game will leave you and your friends laughing for minutes on end.”
“Overall, if you're looking for a satisfying and hilarious party game to play with friends, look no further.”
- gameplay9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its engaging mechanics and competitive nature, with improvements over the original game, particularly in terms of simplification and control. The 3D environment adds a fresh feel, although some players find the auto camera a bit finicky. However, there are mixed feelings about depth, as some believe the original offered more intricate gameplay elements.
“The rare meme game where the gameplay is actually better than the bit.”
“Being in 3D makes it feel fresh and different, while still having the same core gameplay.”
“Everything that may have turned you off to the first one in terms of mechanics has been remedied or simplified here.”
“But I felt very early in this that there's no point when the original has more depth (controlling the legs) and works better (camera and general gameplay).”
“My only complaint at the moment is that the auto cam can be a bit finicky at times, but not nearly enough to inhibit gameplay in any major way.”
“- Mechanics work well, camera control is sometimes part of the challenge.”
- story5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The story is engaging and emotionally impactful, effectively hitting key narrative beats, though some players wish for a less linear experience and more opportunities for exploration. While it may lack a robust online community, the hidden narratives and easter eggs add depth and enjoyment to solo play. Overall, the story elicits strong feelings, making it a memorable aspect of the game.
“It's fun yet challenging, pulls on your heartstrings, and hits on all of its story beats.”
“The amount of hidden story and funky little easter eggs really make this for me.”
“While it lacks a story and online community, there is still much fun to be had playing it by yourself.”
“I almost wish that the story wasn't so linear so you could just hack away for a while... or maybe have an endless mode or something.”
“I was ready to jump off of my two-story house and end it all.”
- music4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews; while some praise the soundtrack as genius, others criticize it for being limited and not significantly evolving from the previous installment. Additionally, technical issues have led to frustrations, with some players experiencing a black screen accompanied only by the music.
“Whoever came up with the soundtrack is a genius.”
“The music is limited, just like in the last game.”
“It doesn't expand on the music from the previous game, but that is the only aspect that hasn't evolved significantly.”
“Game does not work, tried everything, black screen, music and a fancy mouse pointer, no help anywhere for this problem.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Overall, the game offers some fun and slightly improved replayability compared to its predecessor, but it is still considered limited by users.
“A bit more replayable than the first, in my opinion.”
“The game lacks enough variety to keep me coming back for more.”
“Once you finish the main story, there's little incentive to replay.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Reviewers highlight that the graphics have significantly improved, enhancing the overall visual experience of the game. While the original had a charmingly low-budget aesthetic, the new iteration offers better visuals alongside expanded game modes and customization options.
“More game modes, more ways to customize, better graphics.”
“The first one was a surprise in that it had an amazingly low production value saved by its hilarious aesthetic and deceptively tight controls and competitive gameplay.”
“The first one was a surprise in that it had amazingly low production values, saved by its hilarious aesthetic and deceptively tight controls and competitive gameplay.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is perceived as wholesome and emotionally accessible, making it suitable for a wide range of players in a party setting.
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant concern, as players frequently experience crashes and issues with getting stuck during online play.
“The game is incredibly buggy online, with players constantly crashing or getting stuck.”
“Frequent crashes make it nearly impossible to enjoy the online experience.”
“Stability issues are a major problem, leading to frustrating gameplay interruptions.”