Slap The Rocks
- October 21, 2021
- Afil Games
Get on Steam"Slap The Rocks" is a puzzle game featuring 30 levels with simple and accessible controls. You can explore and complete the same puzzle in multiple ways, with captivating puzzles and beautiful pixel graphics. The game offers many levels of complexity to challenge players.
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Reviews
- The game features cute art and nostalgic graphics reminiscent of classic top-down games.
- There is a good difficulty progression with some levels requiring strategic thinking and rock manipulation.
- The game is enjoyable for beginners and casual players, making it a suitable introduction to Sokoban-style puzzles.
- Movement is slow and can lead to unresponsive controls, making gameplay feel tedious.
- Many levels rely on luck, particularly those involving guessing the correct chest, which can be frustrating.
- Level design feels lazy at times, with some puzzles lacking depth and requiring minimal planning.
- gameplay12 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The gameplay features engaging mechanics, such as moving rocks between screens, reminiscent of classic titles like Tetrobot and Zelda, though some mechanics feel underutilized. Players appreciate the helpful hints provided by signs and the linear progression that keeps them invested in the experience. Overall, the game offers a satisfying blend of nostalgia and innovative mechanics, making it a worthwhile experience.
“The signs provide helpful hints to learn about the game mechanics.”
“The mechanics are so interesting, it's worth the experience!”
“I loved the game's proposal, but I mainly liked the leveling of the game. I felt that the game's progression always evolved in a linear way, which kept me engaged to enjoy all the gameplay.”
“The mood reminds me a lot of the classic Zeldas, and the gameplay feels reminiscent of Goof and Tropy!”
“Exactly as the name of the game suggests, you slap the rocks, and with that, we used these mechanics to reach the chest at the end of the level.”
- graphics8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 13 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The graphics are characterized by simple 8-bit aesthetics and classic pixel art, appealing to fans of retro styles. While some users appreciate the nostalgic Game Boy look and the enjoyable visual effects, there are criticisms regarding the level design feeling lazy. Overall, the graphics serve as a fun introduction for beginners in the genre.
“Fun beginner sokoban, might be good as an introduction from other genres because of the Game Boy style graphics.”
“It has great classic pixel art graphics and I loved the thundering effects every time I slap the rock.”
“Simple 8-bit graphics, simple controls, no bugs encountered.”
“The graphics are very simplistic, reminiscent of 8-bit games, which may not appeal to everyone.”
“The gameboy-style graphics feel outdated and lack the depth and detail found in modern games.”
“While the gameplay is enjoyable, the graphics leave much to be desired, feeling overly simplistic.”
- stability4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game has been reported to have several bugs, including an achievement issue, leading to a somewhat clunky and frustrating experience for players. Despite these stability concerns, some users still find it enjoyable as a casual game.
“Pretty buggy and boring and clunky.”
“The game is slightly buggy, which detracts from the overall experience.”
“There are several bugs that need to be addressed for a smoother gameplay experience.”
- music2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game has been noted by users as somewhat repetitive and occasionally annoying, detracting from the overall experience.
“The only part that seemed a bit annoying or repetitive was the soundtrack.”
