Skater Cally
- September 25, 2018
- VDO Games
Get on SteamCally is ready to take on her next goal, being a Professional Skateboarder! Utilize a classic combo system by linking together flips, grabs, gaps, manuals, grinds, and special tricks to rack up huge points and achieve Career Goals that will make Cally a skateboarder of legend.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features solid gameplay mechanics and smooth frame rates, making it enjoyable to play.
- It has a diverse trick list and a great soundtrack, enhancing the overall experience.
- The game is easy to pick up and play, with a good learning curve that rewards players for mastering tricks.
- The game lacks depth and customization options, making it feel limited and barebones.
- Controls can be twitchy and may not be forgiving for players trying to perform combos.
- Visuals and character animations could use improvement, as they feel simplistic and outdated.
- gameplay2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized as solid and enjoyable, featuring smooth mechanics and a diverse trick list that balances accessibility for newcomers with challenges for veterans. While it may not introduce groundbreaking elements, the game excels in its simplicity, clear menu layout, and helpful features like the auto-push, making it easy to pick up and play while still offering depth for mastery.
“Pros: solid gameplay mechanics, smooth frame rate all the way through, diverse trick list, amazing soundtrack, easy to pick up and play yet challenging to master, mappable keys/buttons, replays, and a clear and straightforward menu layout when paused. The board flips look quite accurate for being 2D pixel art, and the auto-push feature alleviates some pressure of getting used to the more classic play style, allowing players to focus on moves without worrying about gaining speed.”
“Nothing groundbreaking or exceptional in the gameplay department, but it's nice and simple, and it feels good. To me, that's the most important aspect.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The graphics received mixed feedback, with some users noting that while the board flips and transitions are visually appealing, character animations and overall visual diversity could be improved. Additionally, the game's graphical style leans more towards a "Tony Hawk" aesthetic rather than a "skate" style, which may not appeal to all players.
“The visuals and character animations could use some sprucing up, although the board flips and transitions are already nice. Performing ollie and flip tricks via the analog stick would be a nice addition, but the current style resembles more of a 'Tony Hawk' style rather than a 'Skate' style with the stick.”
“Graphically, the game could have more diversity.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highlighted as an amazing soundtrack that enhances the overall experience, complementing the solid gameplay mechanics and diverse trick list. Players appreciate how the music contributes to the game's engaging atmosphere, making it easy to pick up and play while also providing a challenging environment to master.
“The amazing soundtrack really elevates the entire gaming experience, making every session feel fresh and exciting.”
“The diverse trick list combined with the music creates an engaging atmosphere that keeps you coming back for more.”
“The music perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall immersion and making each moment feel dynamic.”
