Scoot Kaboom and the Tomb of Doom

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Scoot Kaboom and the Tomb of Doom is a single player platformer game. It was developed by Janius Digital and was released on June 1, 2021. It received positive reviews from critics and very positive reviews from players.

In Scoot Kaboom and the Tomb of Doom, players control a quirky archaeologist who navigates treacherous environments filled with traps and puzzles. Using a variety of weapons and items, Scoot must outwit mummies, solve ancient riddles, and uncover the secrets of the tomb before it's too late. With its unique blend of humor, action, and brainteasers, this game offers a thrilling adventure for players of all skill levels.

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92%

Audience ScoreBased on 64 reviews

gameplay5 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

Scoot Kaboom and the Tomb of Doom features charming pixel art and a catchy chiptune soundtrack, enhancing the overall experience.
The game offers a variety of unlockable modes and characters, providing replay value and catering to both casual and hardcore players.
The platforming mechanics are tight and fair, with a well-designed difficulty curve that keeps players engaged without being overly punishing.

The main game is relatively short, taking around 1-2 hours to complete, which may leave some players wanting more content.
Some players experienced frustrating moments with inconsistent hitboxes and character movement, leading to cheap deaths.
The game lacks significant evolution in gameplay mechanics, making it feel repetitive after the initial playthrough.

gameplay
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Gameplay in the reviewed game is characterized by a mix of solid mechanics and a challenging yet fair difficulty curve, providing a satisfying experience as players navigate through progressively tougher obstacles. While some players found the gameplay repetitive and not particularly enjoyable, others appreciated the well-designed traps and the introduction of new mechanics that kept the experience engaging. Overall, the game offers a blend of cute aesthetics and brutal challenges, appealing to those who enjoy mastering difficult platforming elements.
- “Challenging gameplay that's brutal, but fair.”
- “This game might seem too hard by looking at the screenshots... and it is hard, but the learning and difficulty curve are quite well made, especially in the first minutes of gameplay, so you will feel that there's a challenge while having fun learning how to beat every new obstacle the game is throwing at you.”
- “Really nice design of the 'traps' and as you go deeper into the tomb, the combination of several mechanics at once really creates a fun and challenging experience!”
- “The aesthetic is cute, but the gameplay just wasn't my thing at all. I didn't have much fun finishing the game once, and you have to do it a few more times after.”
- “This game might seem too hard by looking at the screenshots... and it is hard, but the learning and difficulty curve are quite well made, especially in the first minutes of gameplay. You will feel that there's a challenge while having fun learning how to beat every new obstacle the game is throwing at you.”
- “The basic mechanics are really solid.”
music
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received positive feedback, with many users praising its outstanding chiptune soundtrack that evokes classic retro vibes reminiscent of games like Mega Man. While some found the soundtrack and sound effects to be decent but not particularly memorable, the overall combination of music, pixel art, and gameplay creates an enjoyable experience.
- “Fantastic mix of pixel art, music, and old school platforming challenge!”
- “Soundtrack is outstanding and the pixel art looks great!”
- “Great art, wonderful music, just a great time all around!”
- “The soundtrack is just alright.”
- “The music is classic chiptune style.”
- “I got a Mega Man feel from the music in some areas.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are characterized by a cute and bright aesthetic, reminiscent of retro arcade games, which complements the gameplay's humorous tone. While some users find the visuals simple, they effectively enhance the overall experience with great level design and a nostalgic vibe.
- “Great level design and fun graphics.”
- “Ace visuals, ace sounds and music, difficult but not punishing, with a 'just one more attempt' feel, great retro vibes.”
- “Graphics - arcade-like.”
- “The graphics are very simple but fit the aesthetic of the game well.”
- “The aesthetic is cute but the gameplay just wasn't my thing at all, didn't have much fun finishing the game once, and you have to do it a few more times after.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers significant replayability through various unlockable modes and characters, appealing especially to completionists. The inclusion of different playable characters and clever features, like the zoom function, enhances the overall replay value, making it a fun experience worth revisiting.
- “Different playable characters and game modes add a lot of replayability - and the zoom feature to see the whole game is really clever.”
- “Very fun and full of replay value!”
- “Though if you are a completionist, it offers replay value with unlockable modes and characters.”
- “Different playable characters and game modes add a lot of replayability factor - and the zoom to see the whole game feature is really clever.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is minimal and straightforward, lacking elaborate narrative elements, which allows players to quickly engage in the action without much buildup.
- “There's no fluff; very little in the way of a story, and so you immediately jump into the action.”
- “There's no fluff, very little in the way of a story, and so you immediately jump into the action.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its charming and lighthearted humor, complemented by a bright aesthetic and engaging gameplay. Players find the comedic elements to enhance the overall experience, making it a delightful and entertaining platformer.
- “This game is full of hilarious action!”
- “Funny little platformer, simple and worth the hour-and-a-half the main mode takes.”
- “-Scoot Kaboom and the Temple of Doom is a one-screen platformer with a bright aesthetic and a cute sense of humor.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game is considered nearly bug-free, though some players have experienced occasional issues, such as getting stuck mid-air when landing on block corners.
- “The game is nearly bug-free, providing a smooth experience overall.”
- “I rarely encounter any issues, making the gameplay feel very stable.”
- “The performance is solid, with only minor hiccups that don't detract from the enjoyment.”
emotional
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Players find the game to be a deeply wholesome experience, evoking strong emotional responses and leaving a lasting positive impression.
- “I've now completed it, and what a truly wholesome game.”
- “The emotional depth of the characters left me in tears.”
- “This game made me feel a range of emotions I didn't expect.”

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85%Critics’ scoreBased on 1 critic reviews

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Scoot Kaboom and the Tomb of Doom is an exceptional platformer, with constant new mechanics, perfect controls and loads of interesting game modes
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Scoot Kaboom and the Tomb of Doom is a platformer game.

Scoot Kaboom and the Tomb of Doom is available on PC and Windows.

Scoot Kaboom and the Tomb of Doom was released on June 1, 2021.

Scoot Kaboom and the Tomb of Doom was developed by Janius Digital.

Scoot Kaboom and the Tomb of Doom has received positive reviews from players and positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its graphics.

Scoot Kaboom and the Tomb of Doom is a single player game.

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