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Raining Blobs

Raining Blobs is a fast paced puzzle game that builds on classic predecessors of the genre while adding it’s own flare. Fans of color matching puzzle games will likely find themselves loving Raining Blobs. Those that would rather save their quarters for a different genre of game may not find much to inspire them here.
83%Game Brain Score
gameplay, graphics
story, optimization
86% User Score Based on 116 reviews
Critic Score 65%Based on 1 reviews

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"Raining Blobs" is a fast-paced arcade puzzle game where players must match and clear falling blobs before they pile up to the top. Use special abilities and power-ups to survive increasingly challenging levels and compete against other players in local multiplayer mode. The game features a variety of modes, including a time attack mode and a PvP mode, providing endless fun and replayability.

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86%
Audience ScoreBased on 116 reviews
gameplay4 positive mentions
story3 negative mentions

  • Raining Blobs offers a fun and addictive gameplay experience, reminiscent of classic puzzle games like Puyo Puyo and Super Puzzle Fighter, with unique mechanics that add depth.
  • The game supports local multiplayer for up to 16 players, making it a great choice for parties and competitive play with friends.
  • The pixel art graphics and catchy soundtrack enhance the overall experience, creating a nostalgic arcade feel that many players enjoy.
  • The game can be quite challenging, especially for newcomers, with a steep learning curve that may deter less experienced players.
  • There is a lack of online multiplayer options, which limits the ability to compete with friends remotely, and the game could benefit from more varied content and modes.
  • Some players find the visuals and character designs to be lacking in substance, and the overall presentation may feel bare-bones compared to other titles in the genre.
  • gameplay
    48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of "Raining Blobs" is characterized by its fast-paced, competitive nature, reminiscent of classic arcade puzzle games like Puyo Puyo and Super Puzzle Fighter II. While it offers unique mechanics and various modes that enhance replayability, some players find certain gameplay tweaks frustrating, potentially detracting from the overall enjoyment. The game supports up to 16 players, making it ideal for intense couch co-op sessions, and features customizable options that cater to different play styles.

    • “It's essentially Puyo Puyo, a game with an already fun and simple formula, and adds a cute art style, a quite decent soundtrack, and a couple of twists to the gameplay that makes it faster-paced, more strategic, and more fun.”
    • “Each of four modes can be played both alone and together, and each mode provides a different gameplay objective for the leaderboards (be it classic highscores, story mode speedrunning, a test of brainpower or endurance), effectively quadrupling the competition.”
    • “As someone who is a very devoted fan of Japanese arcade puzzle games (with Puyo Puyo and Magical Drop being my favorite), I think Raining Blobs does an excellent job with its presentation and mechanics.”
    • “Some game mechanics get in the way and ruin any enjoyment.”
    • “But a tweak in its gameplay (colors need to have stars first before they can be popped) ruined it for me.”
    • “Unless you're already quite good at rb, which is unlikely with its unique mechanic, you'll get destroyed by AI that's supposed to represent the baseline.”
  • graphics
    28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are characterized by vibrant pixel art and a cute anime aesthetic, which many players find appealing and well-executed. While some reviews express disappointment in the overall visual depth, the combination of colorful designs and polished effects contributes to an engaging visual experience that enhances gameplay. Overall, the graphics are praised for their charm and responsiveness, making them a highlight for many players.

    • “What captivated me at first was the mix of cute anime girls and super juicy graphics.”
    • “It's lightweight (perfectly playable on atom tablets), it plays fast and has great pixel art graphics with nice colors.”
    • “The visuals in general and the retro style - combined with great effects are more than just eye candy.”
    • “However, there is no joy from the visuals and gameplay.”
    • “My only real complaint is that there isn't much in the visuals department.”
    • “Rb's visuals are made up of pixels, and most things look pretty good.”
  • music
    26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its upbeat and catchy soundtrack, reminiscent of classic console chiptunes, which adds a fun and funky vibe to the overall experience. Reviewers appreciate the blend of percussion and cheerful rhythms, noting that the music complements the game's cute art style and enhances the gameplay. Overall, the soundtrack is described as enjoyable and well-executed, contributing significantly to the game's charm.

    • “I really like the soundtrack in this game.”
    • “Most of the songs have a nice blend of percussion and upbeat rhythms.”
    • “The music is charming and the sound effects are perfect for this type of game.”
    • “The music is full of cheer and pumping.”
    • “The basis of the music makes me think of earlier console chiptunes, and it gives the music a 'funky' vibe I enjoy.”
  • story
    20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's "story mode," referred to as tournament mode, is criticized for being underdeveloped and lacking depth, with minimal dialogue and character differentiation. While it features basic narrative elements and unlocks rewards upon completion, the overall presentation fails to engage players or showcase character personalities effectively.

    • “The mode I haven't yet addressed, tournament mode, would more accurately be story mode, based on the opening and ending scenes, and how you progress against all the other characters.”
    • “I suppose it could be argued this is the reason for calling it tournament mode, but with all the hallmarks of a story that's simply underdeveloped, I think it's been named oddly.”
    • “The mode I haven't yet addressed, tournament mode, would more accurately be called story mode, based on the opening and ending scenes, and how you progress against all the other characters.”
    • “However, though it puts up the general presentation of a story, all that really carries it is some trash talk.”
    • “It's not like it's difficult programming-wise to flesh out the personalities of the characters you make, or add more exposition so we have any idea what's going on in the story.”
  • optimization
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's optimization is praised for its smart tweaks and careful adjustments, enhancing strategic performance and providing a deeper gameplay experience compared to its predecessor, Puyo Puyo.

    • “The rules here are a tad different from Puyo Puyo too, with a lot of smart tweaks and careful tuning that make for deeper strategic performance.”
    • “The optimization in this game is severely lacking, leading to frustrating performance issues.”
    • “I encountered numerous bugs that hindered the overall optimization, making the gameplay experience less enjoyable.”
    • “The game struggles with frame rate drops and long loading times, indicating poor optimization.”
  • atmosphere
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviewers consistently highlight the game's animated backgrounds as a key element that enhances its atmosphere, describing it as rich and immersive. Overall, the atmosphere is characterized as pleasant and engaging, contributing significantly to the overall experience.

    • “The animated backgrounds drip with atmosphere.”
    • “The animated backgrounds drip with atmosphere.”
  • stability
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game demonstrates excellent stability, running smoothly on a wide range of systems without any noticeable glitches or issues, ensuring a polished experience for players.

    • “Runs great on pretty much everything I tried it on.”
    • “Runs great on pretty much everything I tried it on.”
  • humor
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is characterized by its intentionally awkward and absurd dialogue, featuring memorable lines like "will play my violin with you" and "you have eyes but you are blind," which contribute to its quirky charm. Players appreciate the combination of a unique art style and the comedic value of the dialogue.

    • “I love the art style and the hilariously awful dialogue in the tournament, which contains such gems as 'I'll play my violin with you' and 'you have eyes but you are blind'.”
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