PHAT PHROG

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PHAT PHROG is a single player action game. It was developed by ColloseusX and was released on October 27, 2016. It received neutral reviews from players.

Phat Phrog is an all new one of a kind free to play, physics based addictive arcade game that puts your reflexes and skills to the test (and also your patience).

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Single-Player

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59%

Audience ScoreBased on 44 reviews

story1 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

PHAT PHROG offers a simple yet engaging gameplay experience that is accessible for casual players while still providing depth for those looking to improve their skills.
The game's minimalist art style and smooth animations keep the focus on gameplay, making it easy for players to track their character and anticipate obstacles.
With features like 20 Steam achievements and collectible trading cards, PHAT PHROG encourages replayability and offers incentives for players to refine their performance.

The game suffers from poor controls and bugs, including issues where the frog only moves left, which detracts from the overall experience.
As a mobile port, PHAT PHROG lacks the depth and polish expected from a PC game, with a tiny UI and gameplay that feels more random than skill-based.
Many players feel that the game is a cash grab, with excessive in-game purchases and a lack of meaningful content, leading to frustration and disappointment.

gameplay
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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62%
19%
The gameplay of "phat phrog" is centered around timing, accuracy, and pattern recognition, offering both accessibility for newcomers and depth for skilled players. The physics-driven mechanics ensure varied experiences with each jump, while the minimalist visuals keep the focus on gameplay. However, some users find the gameplay to be random and lacking in depth, with cosmetic upgrades not significantly impacting the experience.
- “The game’s core mechanics focus on timing, accuracy, and pattern recognition, providing an accessible entry point while still offering depth for those who enjoy honing their abilities.”
- “Each jump requires careful consideration and split-second decisions, and the physics-driven movement ensures that no two jumps feel exactly the same, keeping gameplay fresh and challenging.”
- “Overall, phat phrog is a well-executed arcade game that combines straightforward mechanics with challenging physics-based gameplay.”
- “Gameplay isn't fun; it's just random.”
- “Not much of gameplay.”
- “The game itself looks like typical free mobile fare, with level and character skins to unlock randomly through gameplay.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of "Phat Phrog" feature a clean and minimalist art style, complemented by a charming cartoon aesthetic that appeals to players of all ages. The visuals are described as cute and user-friendly, making the game accessible even for very young audiences.
- “The cartoon art style is vibrant and engaging.”
- “Visually, Phat Phrog embraces a clean and minimalist art style.”
- “Cartoon art style.”
- “Cute graphics and self-explanatory controls, suitable for even very young ages.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The game's music and audio design create an engaging atmosphere with upbeat tracks and effective sound effects that enhance gameplay feedback. However, some players find the music repetitive and irritating over time, detracting from the overall experience.
- “The audio design enhances the experience with upbeat, engaging music and sound effects that provide feedback for successful jumps or mistakes, contributing to the game’s lively atmosphere.”
- “Music is a bit grating after a few minutes.”
- “I was not a fan of either of the two songs in the game and found them irritating as I tried to get the achievements.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The monetization strategy in the game includes optional in-game purchases for cosmetic customization, which do not impact gameplay balance. However, there is significant criticism regarding the excessive pricing of DLC and in-game currency, with some reviewers labeling the approach as a cash grab aimed at exploiting players.
- “Additionally, in-game purchases allow for cosmetic customization, giving players the option to personalize their experience and add variety to the visual presentation without affecting gameplay balance.”
- “Phat Phrog is an appalling mobile app that's been dumped on Steam as a nasty cash grab.”
- “The developer, confusing PC gamers on Steam for little mobile app microtransaction piggies, has dumped over $100 of DLC and in-game currency for sale on Steam as part of this frankly disgusting mobile peasant cash grab.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
Players have mixed feelings about grinding in the game; while some find it enjoyable and engaging, others describe it as tedious and suggest it may require significant time investment. Overall, the experience seems to vary based on individual preferences.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Tedious.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The game lacks depth and a compelling storyline, serving primarily as a casual "pick up and play" physics experience for players looking for light entertainment.
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features strong replayability through 20 Steam achievements and collectible trading cards, which incentivize players to revisit it. Its minimalist design emphasizes gameplay, while customization options further enhance the overall replay value.
- “The game also offers incentives for replayability, including 20 Steam achievements and collectible trading cards.”
- “The game offers incentives for replayability, including 20 Steam achievements and collectible trading cards.”
- “While its minimalist presentation keeps the focus on gameplay, the addition of achievements and customization options enhances replay value.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is significantly enhanced by its upbeat audio design, featuring engaging music and sound effects that provide feedback on player actions, creating a lively and immersive experience.
- “The audio design enhances the experience with upbeat, engaging music and sound effects that provide feedback for successful jumps or mistakes, contributing to the game’s lively atmosphere.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the optimization features that promote replayability, allowing them to refine their skills and improve their scores through precise timing and performance mastery.
- “These features encourage players to return and refine their performance, striving for higher scores and mastering the timing of each jump.”