Sodaman

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Sodaman is a single player casual role playing game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Tape Corps and was released on February 17, 2025. It received positive reviews from players.

Sodaman is a sensational single-player science fiction RPG with a good plot, marvelous gameplay, and humor that will make you laugh. Play as Sodaman, who must recover the last fresh sodas after the Sodacalypse caused by Entity-X, using diverse soda powers, customizable weapons, cybernetic augments, and power-up cards to build unique strategies and defeat alien foes.

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84%

Audience ScoreBased on 215 reviews

gameplay23 positive mentions

optimization3 negative mentions

Sodaman offers a unique and engaging soda-themed gameplay experience with a variety of builds, weapons, and playstyles that keep the action fresh and exciting.
The developers are highly responsive to community feedback, providing excellent customer support and regular updates that enhance the game.
The game's visuals and audio are vibrant and immersive, creating a fun atmosphere that complements the chaotic gameplay.

The game suffers from significant balance issues, with some upgrades feeling overpowered while others are nearly useless, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
There are numerous bugs and technical issues, including crashes, optimization problems, and inconsistent controls, which detract from the overall enjoyment.
The content feels limited at this stage, with players expressing a desire for more missions, upgrades, and a clearer progression system.

gameplay
50 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
46%
48%
6%
The gameplay is characterized by engaging mechanics that synergize well, creating a satisfying and addictive experience, particularly for fans of the roguelike genre. While the visuals and audio enhance the overall immersion, some players note balance issues and a lack of clarity regarding build mechanics, which can lead to frustration. Overall, the game stands out with its unique soda-themed powers and fluid combat, making it a compelling choice for those seeking a fun and dynamic gameplay experience.
- “The gameplay feel is clean and solid.”
- “When the game’s mechanics sync perfectly—when a rare augment triggers in combination with a powerful soda effect and a well-chosen weapon—the screen erupts into pure kinetic spectacle.”
- “It’s an enjoyable, well-rounded experience that delivers solid gameplay, visuals, and audio, with satisfying hit feedback to make every action feel rewarding.”
- “The game isn't too difficult once you get the hang of the mechanics, and most of the time you can force a specific build.”
- “Link between gameplay and 'soda' is not really strong.”
- “Game just feels weird; the voice acting is off, and the gameplay isn't unique.”
story
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
63%
8%
The game's story is characterized as light-hearted and quirky, often described as charming yet cringeworthy, with a mix of fun dialogue and a somewhat shallow narrative. While some players appreciate the humor and immersive atmosphere, others feel the story lacks depth and is merely a backdrop to the gameplay, with a desire for more side missions and character development. Overall, the narrative is seen as entertaining but not particularly polished, with a blend of epic moments and a reliance on humor that may not resonate with everyone.
- “With a story this epic, how could I not like this?”
- “The story is very captivating, and the gameplay is incredibly fun!”
- “All around a fun little game, super addicting gameplay loop, soda theme is quirky and the storyline is funny.”
- “The story is, well, to be desired.”
- “He is your typical soldier that tries to save the day, but there is minimal backstory.”
- “❌ cringeworthy story and dialogue – feels like it was written by teenagers.”
graphics
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
54%
34%
12%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their vibrant and unique art style, often described as pixel-art or hand-drawn, which enhances the overall atmosphere and gameplay experience. Many reviewers highlight the clean, colorful visuals and impactful animations that contribute to a captivating aesthetic, making the game visually appealing and engaging. While some comments are mixed, the general consensus is that the graphics are a strong point, adding to the enjoyment of the game.
- “The game’s pixel-art aesthetic complements this energy, using bright effects and exaggerated animations to make every attack feel impactful.”
- “This game shines with beautiful graphics that captivate and draw you into its world.”
- “Graphics - meh, control - even more meh.”
- “The game’s artwork is vibrant and unique, featuring a hand-drawn aesthetic that gives it a distinct personality.”
- “Art style?”
music
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
37%
47%
16%
The music in the game is widely praised for its energetic and dynamic soundtrack, which enhances the fast-paced gameplay and immerses players in the action. While many enjoy the driving beats and thematic elements that evoke an "outer space" vibe, some players find the music repetitive over time and suggest the addition of more varied tracks, such as boss music, to maintain interest. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a highlight, contributing significantly to the game's atmosphere and player experience.
- “The soundtrack pushes the pace, matching the chaos with a driving beat that encourages players to keep moving, keep shooting, and keep experimenting.”
- “The music is highly dynamic and keeps the player immersed in the action at all times. 10/10”
- “From upbeat tunes to dynamic shifts in tempo, the music keeps the adrenaline flowing and adds to the overall charm.”
- “Game does not seem optimized, the game and music become pretty choppy when the screen fills up with enemies.”
- “- music is repetitive.”
- “Art, music and sound is decent.”
humor
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized by its quirky soda-themed elements, creative names, and absurd enemy designs, which contribute to a lighthearted atmosphere without overshadowing the gameplay. While some players feel the humor may not be as strong as intended, many appreciate the funny writing and references that enhance the overall experience. Overall, the game is described as cute, funny, and engaging, making it a delightful addition to the genre.
- “Its world—filled with fizz-themed powers, neon backdrops, and absurd enemy designs—leans into humor without detracting from the thrill of its gameplay.”
- “Runs feel like a caffeine-fueled chemistry experiment where every fizzy combo either makes you unstoppable or hilariously fizzles out.”
- “The labels for each soda and the names are also hilarious and well done.”
optimization
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
28%
43%
The game's optimization has been widely criticized, particularly during intense moments with many enemies on screen, leading to choppy performance and audio issues. While some users acknowledge it is an early access title and express hope for improvements before the full release, the current state has left many feeling disappointed compared to other early access games.
- “I expect it will be better optimized the closer to full release it gets, so I'm hopeful.”
- “Minor performance issues on AoE attacks like 'Smite'.”
- “Just can't recommend it with the lack of optimization at this point.”
- “I know it's an early access game, so I usually try to give them somewhat of a pass; however, there seems to be very poor optimization when there are a lot of enemies on screen.”
- “Game does not seem optimized; the game and music become pretty choppy when the screen fills up with enemies.”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game is praised for its high replayability, particularly for fans of chaotic roguelike shooters, despite currently offering limited content. While it provides a fun and challenging experience, players note that the game feels unfinished with only one world available, which may affect long-term engagement.
- “Ultimately, sodaman succeeds in delivering exactly what it promises: a fast, chaotic, and highly replayable roguelike shooter built around explosive combos and soda-fueled mayhem.”
- “Very replayable, but challenging.”
- “Very fun and super replayable!”
- “Only 3 hours of fresh content at the time of writing, but decent replayability if you're into the loop.”
- “The game itself is very unfinished; there's only one world available and a tiny bit of extras to add some replay value.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
100%
The atmosphere of the game is characterized by its charming aesthetics and a blend of humor and seriousness, creating an engaging environment. Players appreciate the solid atmosphere that complements the gameplay, particularly in the context of its bullet hell mechanics and amusing backstory.
- “The atmosphere is charming; it has a silly tone but takes itself seriously.”
- “Good bullet hell game with a funny backstory and a solid atmosphere.”
- “Nice aesthetics and atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere is charming, balancing silliness with a serious tone.”
- “The game fails to create an immersive atmosphere, leaving players feeling disconnected.”
- “Despite its potential, the atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth needed to engage players.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game has received significant criticism for its stability, with users reporting numerous glitches and bugs, particularly in the card upgrade screen, which detracts from the overall experience.
- “Right now, the top negative review is about glitches, and that's definitely true.”
- “The game is buggy.”
- “The card upgrade screen seems especially buggy in ways that I've lost count.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while some appreciate the charm of the story and the need for cash to upgrade, others criticize it as tedious and unbalanced. Many express a desire for additional side missions to break up the monotony of grinding. Overall, the grinding can feel excessive and frustrating for some players.
- “The game has some charm as the horrendously cringe (in a good way) story unfolds, but as soon as you hit the end of the storytelling, you're basically just grinding for cash for upgrades. It would be cool if there were side missions, maybe?”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Sodaman is frustrating, unbalanced, and tedious.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Character development is highlighted by extensive voice acting and vibrant character designs that effectively convey personality, enhancing the overall gaming experience.
- “Lots of voice acting, good character design, vibrant, and a lot more!”
- “The character designs also ooze personality.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game evokes strong emotions by creatively honoring a real-life event experienced by the developers, resulting in a touching narrative that resonates with players.
- “The idea is creative and an homage to a real-life event of the developers, which is touching.”