Only Up: LIZARDS MUST FALL

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Only Up: LIZARDS MUST FALL is a single player and multiplayer casual simulation game. It was developed by Rosa Special Studio and was released on January 3, 2025. It received positive reviews from players.

Only Up: LIZARDS MUST FALL is a multiplayer action game where you join Russ and his comrades to battle sneaky lizards in suspenseful, challenging environments. Up to eight players compete using precise timing and unique mechanics like pushing allies or lizards to gain strategic advantages. The goal is to prove dominance and rise atop evolution by crushing these treacherous foes.

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gameplay5 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

Engaging multiplayer experience that fosters teamwork and friendly competition.
Challenging and addictive gameplay that keeps players on their toes with creative level designs.
Visually appealing with a unique aesthetic that combines medieval and historical elements.

Gamebreaking bugs in multiplayer can lead to frustrating experiences, such as losing progress.
Controls can be unresponsive at times, leading to issues with jumping and movement.
Lack of optimization and performance issues, including crashes and poor memory management.

gameplay
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The gameplay of "Only Up: Lizards Must Fall" has received "mostly positive" feedback for its engaging mechanics and cooperative elements, fostering both teamwork and friendly competition. Players appreciate the challenge of mastering the precision-based parkour mechanics, enhanced by vibrant visuals and quirky characters that contribute to a fun and entertaining experience. Overall, the game is recommended for those seeking exciting gameplay and memorable adventures.
- “This dynamic adds depth to the gameplay, encouraging both cooperation and friendly rivalry.”
- “In conclusion, Only Up: Lizards Must Fall offers a distinctive take on the parkour genre, combining precision gameplay with a compelling multiplayer experience.”
- “The gameplay is very fun, the controls are convenient, and the funny moments when everyone falls to the very bottom make you laugh.”
- “However, many appreciate this challenge, viewing it as an opportunity to improve and master the game's mechanics.”
- “In general, I recommend it to anyone who wants to spend time with exciting gameplay and exciting adventures.”
graphics
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The game's graphics feature a unique blend of medieval and historical elements, creating a stylized aesthetic that many players find charming and vibrant. However, some users report significant performance issues, likening the graphics to a poorly optimized PS1 level, which can lead to crashes. Overall, while the visuals are generally praised for their beauty and contribution to an engaging atmosphere, technical shortcomings detract from the experience.
- “Visually, the game presents a stylized environment that blends medieval and historical elements, creating a unique aesthetic.”
- “The vibrant visuals and quirky characters add a charming touch to the gameplay.”
- “The graphics are stunning, and the gameplay is super engaging.”
- “This PS1 graphics tier performance is so poorly optimized that it crashes due to trying to load everything into memory at once at the beginning.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted as a key element, with players enjoying its funny moments, particularly during gameplay mishaps like characters falling. The multiplayer aspect enhances the comedic experience, allowing friends to share in the laughter and addictive fun. Overall, the game successfully combines humor with engaging gameplay.
- “The gameplay is very fun, the controls are convenient, and the funny moments when everyone falls to the very bottom make you laugh.”
- “I really liked the game 'Lizards Must Die', so finally we have a multiplayer version where you can play with your friends and have a lot of funny moments!”
- “A funny and addictive little game nonetheless to try to get a little bit higher, at least in short spurts.”
story
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The story centers on a quest to defeat the lizard king, providing an engaging narrative that complements the game's creative levels and challenges. Players appreciate how the storyline enhances their overall experience, keeping them invested in the adventure.
- “As the title suggests, this adventure game revolves around a quest to kill the Lizard King.”
- “I loved the challenge of navigating through creative levels, and the fun story kept me engaged throughout.”
- “The story feels incredibly shallow and lacks any real depth or character development.”
- “I found the plot to be predictable and uninspired, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “The dialogue is often cringeworthy, detracting from what could have been an interesting narrative.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics and sound are well-executed, contributing to a pleasant and immersive atmosphere.
- “The graphics and sound in the game are at a high level, creating a captivating atmosphere.”
- “The immersive environment draws you in, making every moment feel alive and engaging.”
- “The combination of stunning visuals and haunting audio design creates an unforgettable atmosphere.”
optimization
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The game is widely criticized for its poor optimization, with users reporting severe performance issues reminiscent of PS1 graphics, leading to crashes from excessive memory loading at startup. Overall, it is not recommended due to these significant technical shortcomings.
- “Not recommended - horribly unoptimized.”
- “This PS1 graphics tier performance is so poorly unoptimized that it crashes due to trying to load everything into memory at once at the beginning.”
music
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The music in the game is notably absent, contributing to a lack of atmosphere, and players also express frustration over the absence of tutorials or guidance for navigation.
- “Music is non-existent, and there's no tutorial or direction on where to go around the map.”
emotional
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Players find the emotional aspect of the game to be a profound test of their psychological resilience, as moments of near success are often followed by dramatic setbacks, evoking strong feelings of frustration and determination.
- “You climb up and almost get there, and then you fall down screaming. It's an ideal way to test your psyche and emotional stability for strength.”