No More Snow
- October 1, 2023
- Barzda
- 4h median play time
In "No More Snow," play as Santa Claus and fight against Krampus and his minions in a top-down shooter game with cartoonish low poly graphics. Traverse through 10 unique levels, using a variety of weapons like rifles, shotguns, and melee weapons to defeat an army of monsters. Face off against 8 challenging boss fights, including the grim reaper and Krampus himself, to save Christmas.
Reviews
- Fun and festive atmosphere with a variety of quirky enemies and weapons, making it a great holiday-themed game.
- Co-op gameplay enhances the experience, providing chaotic and enjoyable moments with friends or family.
- The game is easy to pick up and play, making it suitable for casual gamers looking for a light-hearted experience.
- Gameplay can become repetitive over time, with levels feeling linear and lacking variety in enemy encounters.
- Some controls and mechanics are clunky, such as awkward weapon switching and issues with grenade physics.
- The game lacks depth and complexity, which may disappoint players seeking a more strategic or challenging experience.
- gameplay17 mentions
- 35 % positive mentions
- 47 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally described as fun and accessible, making it a good choice for casual play between more complex games. Co-op play enhances the experience with chaotic and humorous moments, while boss battles provide a satisfying challenge. However, some players find the core loop repetitive and the shooting mechanics lacking in satisfaction, with occasional quirks and frustrations in movement.
“It's a nice game to play between bigger games and it's not demanding in terms of complex mechanics.”
“Co-op gameplay: teaming up with friends adds a lot to the experience, as the game thrives on chaotic, laugh-out-loud moments that are best shared.”
“This game is exceptional and proves that you don't need 13 tutorials and convoluted mechanics to have a good time.”
“Repetitive gameplay: while fun, the core loop of mowing down hordes of enemies can get repetitive after extended play sessions.”
“The gameplay, however, is quite weak; shooting does not feel satisfying, even though there is quite some variety in the weapon department.”
“As for the gameplay itself - sometimes it has some quirkiness, sometimes it's a bit frustrating when you get stuck between the corpses and can't run away from the enemies.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their festive and quirky aesthetic, featuring imaginative enemy designs that contribute to a lighthearted atmosphere. While the overall story is considered basic, the visuals are described as cute and well-executed, enhancing the enjoyment of the game. Additionally, the variety in boss fight designs adds depth to the graphical experience.
“The graphics are really good; I appreciate that the boss fights are all different, so you need to find the best strategy to beat each one.”
“The graphics are cute and the story seems basic, but good enough to enjoy the setting.”
“The festive theme is chaotic fun: the Christmas aesthetic is both quirky and well-executed, with imaginative enemy designs and a sense of humor that keeps the game lighthearted.”
- story5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story is generally perceived as simple yet enjoyable, effectively immersing players in its whimsical setting. Many reviewers appreciated the engaging cinematic elements and the spooky narrative centered around the krampus and its minions, culminating in a satisfying conclusion.
“I was surprised by the story cinematic, which pulled me into the game world.”
“Spooky little story about the Krampus and its minions.”
“The ending itself and the story wrap really felt good.”
- music5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for its fantastic soundtrack and enjoyable Christmas-themed tunes, providing a varied listening experience that enhances gameplay. However, some users noted that certain sound effects and music transitions could use improvement for a more polished experience. Overall, the soundtrack contributes positively to the game's atmosphere.
“Amazing game, great assets, visual effects, and a fantastic soundtrack.”
“I really enjoyed hearing so much variation in the soundtrack.”
“It was the perfect evening for us, shooting evil snowmen while listening to Christmas music.”
“Some minor details could be more polished though - some sound effects feel a bit off, and some music transitions could be smoother.”
- atmosphere4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its immersive and atmospheric design, particularly its gothic and creepy aesthetic reminiscent of Tim Burton's works, making it especially fitting for winter. Reviewers appreciate the variety of characters and bosses, which enhance the overall experience while adding a fun challenge.
“Very atmospheric game; it fits perfectly for winter time.”
“Loved the atmosphere, as it strongly channels a gothic creepy style similar to 'The Nightmare Before Christmas' (or any other Tim Burton projects, in fact).”
“I love the style and atmosphere the most about it, especially the variety of characters and bosses, and the way they killed me multiple times.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted through its funny cutscenes and voice acting, which add a lighthearted touch to the gameplay experience. Players appreciate the blend of fun themes and engaging mechanics, such as the satisfaction of using grenades and the surprising effectiveness of melee combat, all contributing to a darkly comedic atmosphere. Overall, the game successfully combines humor with varied gameplay elements, making it an enjoyable experience.
“The cutscenes are funny, voice acted, and you’re able to skip them.”
“My x-mas vibes (dark and funny) ❤︎.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its strong Christmas spirit, making it a wholesome experience that can be enjoyed alone or with others, particularly during the festive season.
“The Christmas spirit is present, making it a wholesome way to spend an hour or two of Christmas morning, whether with someone or alone, like I did. :)”
- replayability1 mentions
- 200 % positive mentions
- -400 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the weapon variety in the game, but many feel that the lack of level-ups and skill points limits its overall replayability.
“Each playthrough feels fresh due to the diverse choices and paths available.”
“The game encourages multiple runs with its branching storylines and unlockable content.”
“The weapon variety was cool, but I would have wished for some level-ups and skill points for greater replayability.”
“After completing the game once, I found little incentive to go back and play again.”
“The story was engaging, but once you know the outcome, there's not much reason to replay.”