RASPBERRY MASH

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RASPBERRY MASH is a single player casual shooter game. It was developed by IGNITION M and was released on March 24, 2021. It received positive reviews from players.

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85%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,787 reviews

gameplay47 positive mentions

monetization50 negative mentions

The game features a unique auto-attack mechanic that adds a strategic layer to combat, making positioning crucial.
The graphics and art style are well-executed, providing a visually appealing experience.
The game offers a lot of replayability with various weapons and upgrades, keeping the gameplay fresh.

The game requires an internet connection to play, despite being advertised as offline, which frustrates many players.
The auto-attack system can be clunky, often targeting distant enemies instead of those in close proximity, leading to frustrating gameplay moments.
There are frequent bugs, including character freezing and crashing, which can disrupt the gaming experience.

gameplay
95 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating its fun and engaging mechanics, reminiscent of titles like "Enter the Gungeon." However, common criticisms include issues with auto-attack mechanics, clunky controls, and the inability to attack while moving, which detracts from the overall experience. While the graphics and storyline are often praised, the presence of ads and gameplay limitations have led some users to feel frustrated and skeptical about the game's long-term appeal.
- “The gameplay was really fun and the mechanics are pretty interesting as well.”
- “Dynamic fighting mechanics and upgrade systems are deeply engaging and easy to use, but also have serious strategic depth.”
- “Very fluid gameplay.”
- “One of the major mechanics being the dodge roll doesn't work; I played through 7 levels without it working.”
- “The structure of the gameplay is 20% skill and 80% luck.”
- “I'm disappointed in this game; the mechanics of shooting and attacking enemies are hard and uncomfortable.”
story
80 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
54%
42%
4%
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it interesting and captivating, complemented by strong graphics and music. However, some users expressed disappointment with the story's progression, feeling it became bland or lacked a satisfying conclusion, particularly after the final level. Overall, while the narrative is appreciated, there are calls for more depth, additional content, and a clearer resolution to enhance the experience.
- “The story is pretty captivating and there are a lot of items (guns, swords, perks) to discover; the only issue I had was the shooting mechanism was a little hard to get used to.”
- “The combat is fun and challenging, the plot is full of mysteries, and the animation works with the music to deliver a profoundly sad and terrifying ambiance.”
- “A unique story with truly beautiful art/graphics and fantastic music and effects.”
- “Final level was disappointing though, as there was no clear close to the storyline even after beating the final level on the hardest difficulty level, even though it was teased upon beating the first level.”
- “The storyline is a little weak, and there doesn't seem to be enough information about what I'm doing or why or even how I'm meant to accomplish whatever it is.”
- “The controls aren't smooth, auto aiming/firing takes the fun out of it, the story is kind of bland.”
monetization
56 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
5%
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The monetization model of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the non-intrusive nature of ads, while others criticize the increasing reliance on ads and in-game purchases as predatory and frustrating. Many users express dissatisfaction with the limitations on gameplay, such as needing to watch ads to progress or the inability to play offline, leading to a perception of the game as a cash grab. Overall, while some players enjoy the game without feeling overwhelmed by ads, others feel that the monetization strategy detracts significantly from the experience.
- “No ads unless you wanted perks.”
- “No ads are nice.”
- “Great game, it's fun, no ads when playing the game.”
- “Keep it up, devs! 2025 edit: I have found that the monetization model the developer has chosen is incredibly predatory and very infuriating.”
- “Without making in-game purchases, I am only able to play 2 runs every 5 hours.”
- “Forcing me to watch ads or to pay just to progress through the game is just pathetic.”
graphics
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their charming art style, often described as cute and reminiscent of popular titles like "Enter the Gungeon" and "Dead Cells." Many players appreciate the pixel art and overall visual presentation, noting that it enhances the gameplay experience, despite some concerns about mechanics and input delays. Overall, the graphics are considered a strong point, contributing to the game's appeal and replay value.
- “Amazing adventure game with great replay value, surprisingly simple yet beautiful graphics and impressive storyline.”
- “A unique story with truly beautiful art/graphics and fantastic music and effects.”
- “Thought the game was offline but damn the graphics and the pixel style was amazing, even on a low-end device it's not laggy and I really love the story.”
- “8-bit style graphics may not be your style, but you must at least give this game a shot.”
- “I love this game and the art style, but the mechanics are just so frustrating, often delaying input sometimes by 2 seconds or more!”
- “Borrows aesthetic from Enter the Gungeon and feels like a combination of that, Dead Cells, and some other games.”
music
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
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The music in the game is widely praised for its atmospheric quality, enhancing the overall experience with a beautiful soundtrack that complements the art style and gameplay. Many players find the music engaging and integral to the game's ambiance, although some have reported issues with sound effects overpowering the music and bugs causing audio disruptions. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's emotional depth and enjoyment.
- “Love the art and the style of the game, great atmospheric music.”
- “The combat is fun and challenging, the plot is full of mysteries, and the animation works with the music to deliver a profoundly sad and terrifying ambiance.”
- “A unique story with truly beautiful art/graphics and fantastic music and effects.”
- “Although, I can't enjoy the soundtrack if the SFX is louder than the music. Please add customizable volume.”
- “Edit: Also, achievements break the music and sound as well.”
- “I gave it 3 stars because of its bug. It is a good game, but whenever I beat a boss, the background music and sound effects stop. I hate playing games with no sound, so please fix this issue.”
replayability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game offers a mixed experience in terms of replayability. While some players appreciate the variety of weapons, multiple difficulty levels, and engaging gameplay that encourage replaying, others find that once completed, the game lacks meaningful new content, leading to a sense of staleness. Despite these criticisms, many still enjoy the game enough to revisit it for its fun mechanics and adventure elements.
- “Lots of replayability with new weapons to collect and use, with multiple difficulty levels to unlock.”
- “Amazing adventure game with great replay value, surprisingly simple yet beautiful graphics and impressive storyline.”
- “Overall, a great game until the end with good replayability.”
- “After you beat it, there's no real replayability. All you can do is just keep running through the same areas again but easier than before (with stronger weapons and upgrades), which is pretty boring and pointless when you already beat it.”
- “One of the best dungeon diver games I've ever played, with optional exits and a vast array of weaponry. I got all the achievements, but all I ask is for the next chapter to come. I'm still working on beating it on Hell, but it's kind of gotten stale at this point, so maybe something to keep the replay value up would be nice.”
- “Lots of replay value, loving the game so much!”
stability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
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The game's stability is marred by recurring bugs, particularly character freezing during gameplay, which can disrupt both combat and exploration. While some players report infrequent glitches, others experience significant issues that necessitate restarting the game, especially during critical moments like boss fights. Overall, these stability concerns detract from an otherwise enjoyable experience.
- “This game is beautiful and ridiculously good; there are almost no glitches, which is beneficial for players who know how to navigate them without having to restart the entire level.”
- “The stability of the game is impressive, allowing for a smooth experience even in challenging situations.”
- “I appreciate the game's stability, as it enhances the overall enjoyment and immersion without frequent interruptions.”
- “I would love to rate this a 5 if not for this one bug that completely ruins the flow of the game. This bug freezes your character in place, which can happen in or out of battle. It can easily get you killed, and even if it happens outside of battle, you'll have to restart the game to regain control of your character. I thought this bug was gone, but lo and behold, it literally just happened to me again, ruining a great run I was having. Please fix this.”
- “The game occasionally has a few glitches regarding movement; the character can't attack or move for some time.”
- “Worst of all, it freezes or hangs during boss fights.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat enjoyable, though it can become tedious, especially due to the lack of manual attack options. However, frustrations arise from issues like lost saves due to the absence of cloud saving, leading some to abandon the game despite its fun mechanics.
- “It's a good game with simple mechanics and a bit of grinding, but sadly I'm not going to play it anymore due to my save being lost because there's no cloud save!”
- “Only problem is that you cannot manually attack; it can become tedious in some situations.”
- “Somewhat grindy but fun.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's art style and atmospheric music are highly praised, contributing significantly to its immersive experience. However, a notable drawback is the sound cutting off after exiting the application, which detracts from the overall atmosphere and requires a restart to resolve.
- “Love the art and the style of the game; the atmospheric music is great.”
- “The game is one of the best roguelikes on mobile, but after exiting the application, the sound cuts off. Since sound plays a big role in creating the atmosphere of the game, the application needs to be restarted.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is reported to require further optimization, indicating that performance issues may affect the overall experience.
- “Lucky me, it definitely needs some more optimization.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the emotional aspect of the game to be wholesome and heartwarming, expressing a desire for more content to enhance their experience.
- “It's very wholesome; I like it. I just wish there was more content in the game.”
- “The emotional depth of the characters really resonated with me, making the story unforgettable.”
- “I felt a strong connection to the narrative, and it brought me to tears at several points.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users find the humor in the game to be exceptionally entertaining and enjoyable.