SK8

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SK8 is a single player casual platformer game. It was developed by hcor3 and was released on November 29, 2017. It received negative reviews from players.

Sk8 is a physics-based hardcore 2D platformer with a punishing experience which encourages careful approach.

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Single-Player

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33%

Audience ScoreBased on 15 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

optimization3 negative mentions

The physics system is well-designed and has great potential, making the gameplay enjoyable.
The game can feel rewarding and charming, especially for those who appreciate hardcore platformers.
The music is good and adds to the overall experience of the game.

The punishing difficulty and mechanic of being sent back to the previous level after failing is frustrating and detracts from the enjoyment.
Inconsistent physics and controls can lead to unfair deaths, making it hard to progress through levels.
The game lacks options for casual play, which could make it more accessible to a wider audience.

gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
50%
The gameplay is described as fun and charming, but is marred by poor game design and frustrating mechanics that detract from the sense of accomplishment. Players find the experience repetitive and suggest that an easier mode could improve the overall enjoyment, leading to a recommendation to skip the game in its current state.
- “The gameplay itself isn't bad and can be somewhat charming.”
- “It's cheap, and the gameplay itself is actually quite fun.”
- “If the devs ever add an 'easy' mode that allows players to play through levels with less severe penalties for failure or takes out the mechanic altogether, I would probably give it a recommend.”
- “This destroys any sort of accomplishment you might feel after getting through a tricky level, makes the game feel repetitive, and is an overall frustrating game mechanic.”
- “If the devs ever add an 'easy' mode that allows players to play through levels with less severe penalties for failure or takes out the mechanic altogether, I would probably give it a recommendation; but as it stands, this is a game that can be skipped.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from poor optimization, leading to performance issues that detract from the overall experience.
- “The game's optimization is terrible, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering.”
- “I experienced constant lag and long loading times, which ruined the overall experience.”
- “Despite having a high-end PC, the game struggles to run smoothly due to poor optimization.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users generally appreciate the music in the game, noting that it enhances the overall experience. However, some express a desire for the option to adjust or turn off the music, indicating that while they enjoy it, they may prefer to customize their audio experience.
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics of the game have been widely criticized, with users describing them as low-quality and indicative of a lack of effort in development. Overall, the visual presentation is considered subpar and disappointing.
- “Total garbage, poor controls, and low-effort graphics.”
- “Bad graphics.”