Potion Explosion

About

Potion Explosion is a digital adaptation of the award-winning puzzle board game, where players collect ingredients from a dispenser to brew potions with unique effects. The goal is to complete potions before others in solo, online, or local pass and play modes. The Fifth Ingredient expansion offers new potions, professors, and the ghost ectoplasm ingredient, enhancing the wacky and challenging gameplay.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
PvP Player versus Player - Fight against other players in real-time, often in arena-style combat
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

84%

Audience ScoreBased on 134 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

stability2 negative mentions

Fun and easy to learn, making it accessible for both solo and multiplayer play.
Faithful adaptation of the board game with charming graphics and engaging gameplay.
Offers strategic depth with expansions that enhance the overall experience.

Frequent bugs and stability issues, including problems with loading and crashing.
Poor multiplayer experience, with limitations on viewing opponents' actions during their turns.
Lack of proper tutorials and guidance, leaving players feeling lost or frustrated.

gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The gameplay is characterized by enjoyable and easy-to-learn mechanics that avoid overpowered elements, ensuring a fresh experience. Players find the potion-making aspect particularly addictive, emphasizing strategic planning and scheming as key attractions.
- “The mechanics are easy to learn.”
- “Addictive gameplay of potion making, filled with scheming and planning, is certainly the main draw for me.”
- “Mechanics make it really fun, nothing really overpowered or things that make it stale (that I've found thus far).”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The graphics are widely praised for their charm and cuteness, especially with the expansion, enhancing the overall experience. Users appreciate the absence of board setup, allowing for a more immersive gameplay, while the visuals and music contribute significantly to a delightful and engaging atmosphere.
- “But, visuals and music, as well as the dash of silliness, are the main contributors for creating a wonderfully charming ambience that keeps me hooked for hours.”
- “Cute graphics (nicer with the expansion) and nice not to have to set up a board.”
- “Loved the graphics in the board game, like them here too.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Many users report experiencing significant glitches, leading some to consider downgrading their ratings due to stability issues.
- “I would drop a star for the glitches.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The music, alongside the visuals and a touch of silliness, plays a crucial role in establishing a charming atmosphere that captivates players for extended periods.
- “The visuals and music, along with a dash of silliness, are the main contributors to creating a wonderfully charming ambiance that keeps me hooked for hours.”