Sole Iron Tail
- December 13, 2018
- Manny Mallea
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Reviews
- The game features charming art and animation, along with a catchy soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
- Gameplay is fast-paced and fun, with enjoyable mechanics like sliding and bouncing that provide a satisfying platforming experience.
- The game is well-crafted with a lot of love and passion evident in its design, making it a delightful experience for fans of retro platformers.
- The game is relatively short, which may leave some players wanting more after completing the story.
- Controls can feel floaty and janky at times, which may detract from the overall gameplay experience.
- The story is overly dark, contrasting with the cute visuals and may not appeal to all players.
- story8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 13 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as enjoyable and charming, complemented by delightful art and music, though some players find it overly dark and short. While the main narrative is fun and engaging, there are additional paths and challenges that enhance the experience, making it appealing for those who explore beyond the primary storyline. Overall, the story resonates well with players, contributing positively to their enjoyment of the game.
“Lots of fun, nice story, wonderful music, and adorable art and animation.”
“I am in love with everything from the gameplay, to the characters and the story!”
“The whole art and mood overall is really adorable, the story holds well, the soundtrack is really sweet, it hits all the right notes.”
“The overly dark story and floaty controls make it a chore to play.”
“There is a lot of extra fun to be had in time attack trying to finish a level as fast as possible, and there were clearly extra paths in story mode I have yet to go down.”
“The story feels disjointed and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- music7 mentions
- 86 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its delightful and catchy soundtrack, which complements the adorable art and engaging gameplay. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as a standout feature, describing it as sweet and impactful, with many expressing a desire for it to be available for listening outside the game. Overall, the music significantly enhances the fun and charming atmosphere of the game.
“The whole art and mood overall is really adorable, the story holds well, the soundtrack is really sweet, it hits all the right notes.”
“If you're looking for a fun platformer with cute little creatures and a banger of a soundtrack, look no further!”
“Plus the soundtrack slaps, really hoping it gets uploaded somewhere at some point because dang those are some real good tunes.”
- gameplay5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The gameplay is reminiscent of classic Sonic games, featuring enjoyable mechanics like sliding and introducing new elements that are explored throughout the levels. Each level culminates in satisfying boss fights, and players appreciate the engaging mechanics and accompanying music, contributing to an overall positive experience.
“The sliding mechanic feels so fun to use, even if you're not an expert with it.”
“As far as gameplay goes, it is essentially identical to the classic Sonic games in almost every way.”
“Sole Iron Tale introduces new mechanics, spends one level exploring them, and ends each level with a satisfying boss fight.”
