"Skater 2D" is a side-scrolling skateboarding game where you grind, ollie, and kickflip your way through various levels. With easy-to-learn controls and challenging gameplay, players can pull off impressive tricks and combos to unlock new gear and characters. The game features a chilled-out soundtrack and minimalist 2D graphics, making it perfect for quick pick-up-and-play sessions.
The game reimagines Pro Skater games in 2D in a way that exceeds expectations.
Once you get the hang of the controls, they are manageable and can provide enjoyment for die-hard Pro Skater fans.
The game has a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic 2D games, and some players find joy in its simplicity.
The game suffers from poor controls and a lack of proper tutorials, making it frustrating to play.
There are reports of bugs that can cause players to lose progress, which detracts from the overall experience.
Many players feel the game is poorly executed and resembles low-quality flash games from the past.
music
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
19%
56%
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it relaxing and enjoyable, while others criticize it as terrible and simplistic. Overall, the soundtrack seems to lack depth and quality, contributing to a negative perception of the game's overall experience.
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
“Bad flash game with horrible control, horrible music, horrible graphics and nothing good except the price.”
“You will have to suffer and sweat through heaps of failures, and most importantly, do not understand why... the picture and the music here are the simplest, the level of a dandy and there is simply nothing to look at.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some users praising it as great, while others criticize the controls for being unresponsive and frustrating, particularly with mechanics like manuals and grinds that often fail to work. Overall, the inconsistency in gameplay experience detracts from the enjoyment of the game.
“Great gameplay.”
“Great gameplay.”
“The gameplay and controls are also bad; things like manuals and grinds only work half the time, so you'll mash your keys in frustration as nothing actually happens. In my experience, spine transfers didn't work.”
“The gameplay and controls are also bad; things like manuals and grinds only work half the time, so you'll mash your keys in frustration as nothing actually happens. In my experience, spine transfers didn't work.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
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The graphics of the game received mixed reviews, with some users praising them as "great" and noting improvements like larger sprites, while others criticized them as "horrible," contributing to an overall negative perception of the game.
“Overall better graphics (bigger sprite, for example).”
“Great graphics.”
“Bad flash game with horrible graphics and nothing good except the price.”
“Horrible graphics that detract from the overall experience.”
“The graphics are subpar and feel outdated.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story conveys a powerful message about resilience and the unpredictability of life, emphasizing that perseverance in the face of adversity can lead to unexpected outcomes. It concludes with a reflective note on personal growth and the importance of not giving up.
“This is how the story ends.”
“Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”