Paper Monsters Recut
- October 23, 2014
- Mobot Studios, Inc
- 13h median play time
"Paper Monsters Recut is a single-player platformer game with an estimated 13 hours of playtime, set in a vibrant 3D paper-craft world. It features classic 2D gameplay, a variety of power-ups, and an adorable cast of characters. With a recommended Xbox-style controller, tight controls, and full controller support, it offers old-school fun for all ages."
Reviews
- Charming graphics and nostalgic gameplay reminiscent of classic platformers.
- Tight controls and a variety of level designs that keep the gameplay engaging.
- Offers a fun experience for players of all ages, with plenty of collectibles to find.
- The game is plagued by numerous bugs, including falling through platforms and crashing to the desktop.
- Limited character customization and lack of significant gameplay mechanics make it feel repetitive.
- Requires a gamepad for play, which may frustrate players who prefer keyboard controls.
- graphics4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The graphics are charming and feature an adorable paper mache style that captivates players, contributing to the game's nostalgic appeal. Despite some technical issues like clipping, the visuals, combined with a great soundtrack and engaging mechanics, enhance the overall experience and replay value.
“The graphics are some of the most adorable I have ever seen, and that is what initially caught my eye.”
“This is a cute platforming game with a paper mache type of graphics.”
“Charming graphics and a great soundtrack, different mechanics keep the gameplay fresh, and plenty of unlockables and collectibles help provide some replay value.”
“The graphics look outdated and lack detail, making the game feel less immersive.”
“The character models are poorly designed and the animations are stiff.”
“The environments are bland and repetitive, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players express a sense of emotional engagement through unexpected moments in the game, such as falling through the environment or experiencing serene visuals like falling leaves. These instances evoke feelings of surprise and tranquility, enhancing the overall emotional depth of the gameplay experience.
“One of the most emotional moments was when touching a certain part of the sky, and leaves began to fall.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game offers moderate replayability primarily through the collection of various collectibles and unlockables, which encourages players to revisit levels. Its charming graphics, great soundtrack, and diverse mechanics contribute to a fresh gameplay experience, enhancing the incentive to replay.
“It's not a difficult platformer, and there's some replayability to collect all collectibles.”
“Charming graphics and a great soundtrack, different mechanics keep the gameplay fresh, and plenty of unlockables and collectibles help provide some replay value.”
“It's not a difficult platformer, and there's some sort of replayability to collect all collectibles.”
“Charming graphics and great soundtrack, different mechanics keep the gameplay fresh, plenty of unlockables and collectibles help provide some replay value.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The stability of the game has been criticized for being significantly flawed, with users reporting frequent and bizarre glitches, particularly on the Wii U version. Many recommend against purchasing due to these persistent issues.
“Way too buggy, don't buy.”
“Glitches on Wii U - certain very weird glitches on the Wii U version happened to me a lot.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Overall, the gameplay is enhanced by charming graphics, a great soundtrack, and diverse mechanics that keep it fresh, along with numerous unlockables and collectibles that add replay value. However, the absence of achievements is noted as a missed opportunity to further enrich the experience.
“The charming graphics and great soundtrack, along with different mechanics, keep the gameplay fresh. There are plenty of unlockables and collectibles that help provide some replay value.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for its great soundtrack, which complements the charming graphics and enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate how the soundtrack contributes to the game's engaging atmosphere, while the variety of mechanics and unlockables add to its replay value.
“The charming graphics and great soundtrack create an immersive experience.”
“The music perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall atmosphere.”
“The diverse range of tracks keeps the experience fresh and engaging.”