Pyroworks

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Pyroworks is a single player and multiplayer casual simulation game. It was developed by s1nn3r and was released on September 8, 2023. It received very positive reviews from players.

Pyroworks is a free, multiplayer fireworks game that focuses on realism through detailed effects. Players can donate to support the game via PayPal or Itch.io. For help or to report issues, join the Pyroworks Discord server .

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92%

Audience ScoreBased on 601 reviews

graphics13 positive mentions

stability9 negative mentions

The game offers a highly realistic fireworks experience with impressive graphics and sound effects, making it enjoyable for pyrotechnics enthusiasts.
It's a fun and engaging multiplayer game that allows players to create their own fireworks shows and experiment with various combinations.
The game is free to play, providing a lot of content and entertainment without any cost, which is a significant plus for players.

The game suffers from performance issues, including frequent crashes and lag, especially when multiple fireworks are activated at once.
Many players have reported bugs and glitches, such as problems with the tutorial, controls, and saving progress, which can detract from the overall experience.
The user interface and controls can be overly complicated and unintuitive, making it difficult for new players to get accustomed to the game.

graphics
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
76%
24%
The graphics in the game are widely praised for their realism and impressive quality, with many users noting the lifelike visuals and physics. Players appreciate the stunning sound design that complements the graphics, enhancing the overall experience. While some comparisons to other games suggest room for improvement, the consensus is that the graphics are a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's enjoyment.
- “The graphics are amazing and the physics are almost realistic.”
- “Very good graphics and looks a lot like real life.”
- “Awesome game with super realistic fireworks and great graphics!”
stability
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is generally described as problematic, with frequent glitches, freezes, and crashes reported by users regardless of their computer's power. While some players find the bugs to be minor and not game-breaking, others express frustration with the overall performance. Despite these issues, many appreciate the game's addictive nature and potential for improvement.
- “No matter how powerful your computer is, it always freezes or crashes.”
- “The game is full of glitches; when you try to connect a rope, it fires the firework.”
- “The game freezes.”
gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The gameplay is characterized by a mix of engaging mechanics that encourage experimentation, with players noting both the potential for chaotic fun and the need for improvements, such as better water mechanics. The game has received positive attention for its community features and overall engaging experience.
- “The game was recently highlighted on Steam, showcasing its engaging gameplay and community features.”
- “Lots of different and fun mechanics to figure out.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it particularly entertaining to create chaotic explosions and engage in playful antics with friends. The comedic elements, such as blowing up gasoline tanks and causing amusing in-game chaos, contribute to a fun and enjoyable experience. Overall, the game's humor is a standout feature that enhances the gameplay.
- “Very funny game, I love to spam and blow up my PC.”
- “Very funny playing with friends and boom boom :D.”
- “This is the only game where blowing up gasoline tanks is funny.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The reviews indicate that the game lacks a story, with multiple users noting the absence of any narrative elements.
- “No story.”
- “No story.”
- “No story.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The music in the game is generally praised for its lovely soundtrack, particularly in the menu, enhancing the overall experience. However, some users express frustration over the lack of guidance on how to integrate personal music while playing and the limited options for in-game music. Overall, the combination of good music and impressive sound effects contributes positively to the game's atmosphere.
- “The firing systems and fusing, being able to put on a show to your own music is amazing.”
- “Insane game, lovely soundtrack that plays while you're in the menu, great graphics and sound of the fireworks, and so much firework to choose from, and it's free.”
- “Pretty good menu music.”
- “If they had explained how to set up more fireworks than they did in the tutorial, it would have been better. Also, the music is lacking; how can you play some good tracks and then not include them in the game or tell people how to listen to them while playing?”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The game's optimization has received mixed feedback, with users noting that it requires good hardware to avoid performance issues like stuttering. While improvements have been made since earlier development phases, many still find the performance to be lacking overall.
- “Pyroworks is pretty performance heavy, even though it was much worse in earlier development phases.”
- “Cool game, but not optimized.”
- “If you're going to get the best gaming experience, you'll need good hardware to avoid stuttering.”
- “The performance is very poor, sadly.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Players express that grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of time akin to having a "second life." Additionally, there is a call for improved quality of life tools to make the grinding process less tedious and more enjoyable.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “There is a need for more quality of life tools to allow us to do big shows in a less tedious way.”