Soda Girls

77%
Game Brain Score Based on 61 reviews
  • graphics
  • gameplay
  • story
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"Soda Girls" is a single-player Role Playing game with good graphics and a playtime of around 4 hours. The game features cute cartoon style graphics and a crazy level design with a high degree of freedom for players to create their own combos. Challenging boss fights and a memory system are also present, with the game being targeted towards players who enjoy a good challenge.

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77%
Audience ScoreBased on 61 reviews
graphics8 positive mentions
grinding5 negative mentions
  • The game features a unique and charming art style with well-designed characters and animations.
  • Gameplay is enjoyable with a customizable combo system that allows for experimentation and strategy.
  • Despite its flaws, the game offers a fun beat 'em up experience with varied characters and challenging gameplay.
  • The game suffers from repetitive combat mechanics and can feel unbalanced, with some enemies being overly difficult.
  • There are numerous bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay, including issues with controls and enemy behavior.
  • The game appears to be abandoned by the developers, leaving it in an unfinished state with limited updates.
  • graphics21 mentions

    The graphics of the game are described as charmingly dated, featuring a unique comic art style that blends western and anime influences, reminiscent of 90s cartoons. While some users note the visuals can be rough and unpolished, the overall aesthetic, character design, and hand-drawn elements are praised for their appeal and creativity, contributing to an enjoyable gaming experience. Despite technical shortcomings, the art style is a standout feature that many players appreciate.

    • “The good: of course, the art style and character design.”
    • “I don't often compliment anime art styles, but when I do, it's those rare ones that uniquely adopt a western element to give them a distinctively comic book, rather than manga look.”
    • “A fun looking atmosphere, a very cartoony and unique art style, all boiling down to the most fun I've had in a beat 'em up in a long while.”
    • “Graphics feel pretty dated, but decent.”
    • “The graphics are really poor, but in a really charming way.”
    • “Such is the case here, with thick lines and a memorable, simplistic outlandishness to the character designs, and it saddens me I can't give this art style the thumbs up that such styles deserve in an increasingly otaku entertainment world.”
  • gameplay17 mentions

    The gameplay of this title is a mixed bag, featuring a unique approach and solid arcade-style mechanics that are easy to pick up, but it suffers from clunky execution and repetitive level design. While the combat mechanics and character variety are praised, some players find the gameplay unbalanced and lacking in polish, leading to a less engaging experience overall. Despite its charm and visual appeal, the game may not hold long-term replay value, making it more suitable for budget-conscious players looking for a casual experience.

    • “Overall, for a budget game, it's got solid gameplay and enough of an arcade style to be easy to get into without much delay.”
    • “This game has got charm and fun gameplay; it's pretty good looking too. For the price, it's well worth it—give this one a shot.”
    • “Cool art style, great combat mechanics, unique main characters, lots of fun, and fair difficulty.”
    • “Mechanics quite clunky....”
    • “Gameplay is arguably where this game loses me.”
    • “Otherwise, the gameplay is repetitive, one level looking just like most others, with only attack-style unlocks to add any flourish.”
  • story9 mentions

    The game's story is considered vague and underdeveloped, primarily presented through an intro and ending, with minimal character interaction or depth. While players appreciate the nostalgic graphics reminiscent of 90s cartoons, they feel the narrative lacks engagement and could benefit from more character-driven content. Overall, the story serves as a backdrop to the gameplay rather than a focal point.

    • “On the surface, some might mistake Soda Girls to be a 'mindless brawler' with some platforming segments in which you must navigate police-woman Jacey (your first character in story mode before you help to liberate Jacey's friends) through small contained 2D danger zones of falling debris, electric panels, sinking footsteps, and various exploding propane canisters.”
    • “I just remembered you also get to watch a short story on how a zombie variation came to be, and at the moment there are 5 memories to unlock.”
    • “- It would be nice to have some story between the characters when rescuing/unlocking them and such.”
    • “The game is okay, it's well drawn, but the story is mediocre and there is some grind.”
    • “The story is quite vague; it feels like there is a lack of depth and development.”
    • “There is a story in this game, but like in the old days, you can only see and read it in the intro and at the ending.”
  • music5 mentions

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the catchy tunes and their alignment with the gameplay, others find the limited selection repetitive and somewhat grating over time. Many users suggest that adding more diverse soundtracks would enhance the overall experience.

    • “I really like the music and the snappy gameplay.”
    • “There was a lot that I liked about the game, such as the music and the art style.”
    • “Also, add more music tracks as there are only a handful, and it gets repetitive.”
    • “The music is normal.”
    • “Also add more music tracks as there are only a handful, and it gets repetitive.”
  • grinding5 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while the varied mini-levels keep the gameplay engaging, the money system feels overly grindy and less rewarding. Many users note that grinding is often necessary for leveling up and acquiring better weapons and perks, but it can enhance the overall enjoyment of battles. Overall, the game appeals to those who appreciate arcade-style beat-em-up gameplay and are willing to invest time in grinding for rewards.

    • “The money system is grindy and doesn't feel particularly rewarding.”
    • “You'll probably have to grind to level up while farming for better weapons, collecting more bottle caps to purchase additional perk items (or level them up), and picking up more attacks to mix and match in your various combo strings.”
    • “I recommend this game to players who like arcade-style beat-em-up gameplay and grinding for gold.”
  • character development5 mentions

    The character development in the game is highlighted by its superb art style and memorable character designs, which feature a simplistic yet outlandish aesthetic reminiscent of graffiti and anime influences. However, some reviewers express concerns about the overall game design choices, suggesting that while the visuals are impressive, they may not fully support character growth or depth.

    • “The art style and character design are truly impressive.”
    • “The character designs feature thick lines and a memorable, simplistic outlandishness that stands out.”
    • “The game has fairly nice character designs that enhance the overall experience.”
    • “The character development feels shallow and one-dimensional, making it hard to connect with anyone in the story.”
    • “I was disappointed by how predictable the character arcs were; they lacked depth and originality.”
    • “The characters seem to lack growth throughout the game, leaving them feeling static and uninteresting.”
  • stability3 mentions

    The game suffers from significant stability issues, including numerous bugs and game-breaking glitches, leading some users to feel it resembles an abandoned project. Despite these problems, players still find enjoyment in the gameplay, particularly the beat 'em up mechanics, even as they encounter occasional humorous glitches.

    • “Seems like an abandoned game - it's full of bugs and game-breaking glitches.”
    • “There are also a few glitches that pop up occasionally, like zombies walking on air.”
  • replayability2 mentions

    While the game captivates players throughout its duration, many reviewers note that its replayability is limited despite the presence of distinct characters and combat mechanics. There is a desire for additional playable characters, stages, and memories to enhance the experience.

    • “The variety of choices and outcomes keeps me coming back for more.”
    • “Each playthrough feels fresh and exciting, thanks to the different paths you can take.”
    • “This game is worth it; it will hold your attention to the end, though the replayability is lacking, even with distinct characters and combat mechanics.”
    • “I hope to see more playable characters, stages, and memories.”
  • humor1 mentions

    The humor in the game is characterized by its vibrant, oversaturated visuals and a playful, comedic theme that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the lightheartedness and whimsical elements that contribute to its entertaining atmosphere.

    • “The game is a delightful mash-up of oversaturated colors and a humorous theme that keeps you laughing.”
    • “I love how the humor is woven into every aspect of the game, making even the simplest tasks entertaining.”
    • “The witty dialogue and absurd situations had me chuckling throughout my entire playthrough.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is described as unsettling and eerie, evoking feelings of discomfort akin to a horror scenario, where players feel a loss of control over their experience.

  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The atmosphere is characterized by a vibrant, cartoonish art style that contributes to an enjoyable and engaging experience, making it one of the most fun beat 'em ups in recent memory.

    • “A fun-looking atmosphere, a very cartoony and unique art style, all boiling down to the most fun I've had in a beat 'em up in a long while.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    The optimization in the game is notably inconsistent, with some players reporting that a specific character can inadvertently enhance enemy performance, leading to unexpected challenges in gameplay.

    • “Oddly enough, one character can even improve the performance of enemies.”
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