Pogo Rogue
- November 20, 2024
- Bounce Back Games
Get on SteamBounce to the top in this skill based, roguelite action-platformer! Collect powerful items, pick unique weapons, and fight off a variety of enemies while navigating around with a fun, difficult, and unique movement system. Are you up for the challenge? Master the unique Pogo Stick Movement mechanics! Find dozens of unique weapons, powerups, and items to customize your play through! Enjoy the…
PC
Steam Deck
Windows
Reviews
- The game features unique and innovative movement mechanics that are fun and satisfying to master.
- It's a free game with a lot of content, including a variety of weapons and abilities that enhance gameplay.
- The art style is charming and the overall design is polished, making for an enjoyable visual experience.
- The difficulty can feel unfair at times, especially with hitbox issues and challenging enemy placements.
- Controls can be clunky, particularly with turning and jumping mechanics, which may frustrate players.
- Some players feel that the game lacks balance, with certain weapons and abilities overshadowing others.
- gameplay31 mentions
- 61 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The gameplay is widely praised for its enjoyable and challenging mechanics, particularly the unique pogo jumping and shooting system that adds depth and requires skill to master. While some players find certain aspects frustrating, the overall experience is engaging and rewarding, especially for fans of roguelikes. The combination of cute pixel art and polished controls enhances the fun, making it a standout free game.
“The gameplay is very enjoyable; the game is quite difficult, but not so difficult that it makes me throw my laptop across the room.”
“The gameplay in particular is way better than I'd expect from a free game, and the graphics and sound aren't bad either.”
“There's certainly room for improvement, as I mentioned above, but the core gameplay is honestly extremely fun and creative, which is really the starting point for any great game.”
“The always-jumping mechanic adds to the challenge but also makes it tough to properly look around and plan your moves, which might frustrate some players.”
“And apart from the movement mechanic, the gameplay loop itself doesn't feel fleshed out enough to make the whole game stand out.”
“You introduce both new enemy mechanics and new terrain types, and they're all pretty hard to deal with.”
- music13 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it subpar and not fitting the game's atmosphere, particularly criticizing the main menu music. While a few users appreciate the boss music and its alignment with visuals, many feel that the overall soundtrack is either too slow for the gameplay or lacks variety. There are calls for more engaging music and sound effects to enhance the gaming experience.
“The music is good and fits well with the visuals, themes, and style of the game.”
“Good music, cute art, great pogo mechanics, and intriguing levels.”
“I wish the main menu music was available to listen to while playing the game because hearing it gives me a lot of energy.”
“The music is awful and hopefully just a placeholder.”
“That said, the music in most levels doesn't really match the action on screen; it's very drawn out and slow in contrast to the faster-paced platforming.”
“To be fair, sometimes you're doing more careful, deliberate maneuvering that matches the soundtrack better, but I doubt that slower style is the intended play experience in the first place.”
- graphics10 mentions
- 90 % positive mentions
- 10 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are characterized by clean and appealing pixel art, complemented by a fun and consistent art style that enhances the overall experience. While some players find the text difficult to read during gameplay, the visuals are generally praised for their charm and quality, especially considering the game is free. The combination of impressive artwork, engaging gameplay, and fitting sound design contributes to a delightful aesthetic that resonates well with players.
“The artwork is clean and appealing, though the text can be hard to read at times, especially when you’re constantly bouncing and have little time to focus on anything else.”
“The game's got a fun art style - doesn't take itself too seriously, but is still nice to look at, and the overall art direction of the game stays consistent which is really important.”
“I can't believe this gem is free; amazing gameplay and fantastic pixel graphics with a super adorable little robot.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is noted for its originality and execution, with players finding amusement in the contrast between skill-related complaints and the game's design. The inclusion of features like laser sights adds a comedic element to gameplay, particularly in chaotic environments. Overall, the humor is appreciated as a fun aspect of the experience.
“I find it funny that most of the negative reviews are just skill issues.”
“The fun and funny concept is original and pretty well executed.”
“My biggest issue is I don't have enough control; the laser sight made shooting enemies so much easier, but the funny thing is it let me use it in an open area with lots of flying enemies.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
While the game offers enjoyable gameplay, many users feel that it currently lacks replayability, which may limit its long-term appeal, especially considering its free price point.
“Ultimately, I had fun with this game, and for the price of free, it's definitely worth playing, even if it's currently lacking replayability in its current state.”
