Splodey

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"Splodey is a single-player action game with unique, explosive mechanics and no jump button. Players propel themselves through vibrant levels using magical potions to solve puzzles and overcome obstacles. Its challenging gameplay and infinite lives make it accessible for all skill levels, accompanied by an ingenious soundtrack."

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

93%

Audience ScoreBased on 360 reviews

music44 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features a unique movement mechanic that emphasizes momentum, making it both challenging and rewarding to master.
Levels are short and quick to reset, allowing for a satisfying experience of trial and error reminiscent of classic platformers like Super Meat Boy.
The pixel art and soundtrack are well-crafted, enhancing the overall enjoyment and engagement with the game.

The game has a steep learning curve, with some levels requiring extremely precise inputs that can lead to frustration.
The timer for levels starts before players can see the character or the layout, making it difficult to achieve optimal times.
Controls can feel finicky, and some players may find the game more enjoyable with a controller rather than mouse and keyboard.

music
64 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
69%
27%
5%
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising its catchy, upbeat, and iconic soundtrack that enhances the overall gameplay experience. Players noted that the music plays a crucial role in maintaining motivation and enjoyment, particularly during challenging levels. Overall, the soundtrack is described as a standout feature, complementing the game's visuals and mechanics effectively.
- “The music is absolutely iconic - banger after banger - and joins the ranks of all-time greats for me.”
- “If the OST was just 'meh' the motivation to clear levels would probably go down for some players but because it is so upbeat, mischievous in a good way and melodic, it keeps me hooked on the game!”
- “The pixel art is absolutely gorgeous, and the soundtrack is so catchy.”
- “Its a 'bang against the new wall you meet' type of game and themes are great do a lot for these type of games (Jump King), to play right now is mute music and use own playlist.”
- “Edit 1: can you please release the OST on Spotify 🥺”
- “The music in the final stages (world 4) is really nice.”
gameplay
56 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
39%
55%
5%
The gameplay is characterized by a unique movement mechanic that emphasizes momentum and offers a rewarding challenge, appealing to both casual players and speedrunners. Players appreciate the variety in level design and the integration of new mechanics as they progress, although some find the initial learning curve steep due to the game's novel controls. Overall, the combination of engaging mechanics, dynamic platforming, and a charming aesthetic creates a compelling and replayable experience.
- “Dope game with a unique central movement mechanic that puts a strong emphasis on maintaining and redirecting momentum, making for a dynamic and rewarding experience.”
- “Mastering the mechanics for gold/platinum medals and online leaderboards adds an extra optional layer of challenge and replayability that keeps you hooked.”
- “The unique movement mechanic is a speedrunner's dream, and the levels are so well-designed.”
- “I want to start out by saying that the core movement mechanic of this game is obviously nothing new.”
- “This one does have a relatively high barrier of entry, because the movement mechanics are so novel to the game.”
- “Only complaint is that the mechanics for wall bouncing seem a bit off because of the travel and explode time of the bomb not being immediate; could be user error though.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
17%
17%
The graphics are praised for their coherence and beauty, effectively complementing the game's soundtrack and mechanics. Players appreciate the cute visuals, although some levels require precise jumps that can be challenging without clear visual cues. Overall, the game's aesthetic is considered a strong point, enhancing the overall experience.
- “The stylistic direction is wonderfully coherent, and connects all three aspects of splodey, like all games should: the gorgeous visuals, the beautiful soundtrack, and the explosive mechanics.”
- “Cute graphics and fun music.”
- “This leads to some levels where precise jumps have to be made by rote without visuals to go off of.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The story is criticized for being overly simplistic and lacking depth, leading to confusion about its necessity in the game. Many users feel that if a narrative was not intended, minimal guidance would suffice instead of a barebones story.
- “The story is very barebones.”
- “This is confusing; if they didn't want a story, they really don't even need one—just some popups to tell you how to control the game.”
- “The story lacks depth and engagement.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Players find the game highly replayable due to its solid movement mechanics and the challenge of mastering gameplay for gold/platinum medals, complemented by online leaderboards that encourage competition. This combination keeps players engaged and motivated to return.
- “Mastering the mechanics for gold/platinum medals and online leaderboards adds an extra optional layer of challenge and replayability that keeps you hooked.”
- “The movement is really solid; when jumping, it's very responsive and creates a game that has a lot of replayability.”
- “Mastering the mechanics for gold/platinum medals and online leaderboards adds an extra optional layer of challenge that keeps you hooked.”
- “The movement is really solid when jumping; it's very responsive and creates a game that has a lot of replayability.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is widely praised for its humor, with many players finding it exceptionally funny, particularly in a streaming context. Its comedic elements enhance the overall experience, making it a popular choice for entertaining gameplay sessions.
- “This game is hilarious.”
- “It's also a hilarious game to play on stream.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Many users find the grinding aspect of the game to be overly tedious, suggesting that the effort required does not justify the rewards gained.
- “The amount of tediousness is not worth the reward, in my opinion.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The atmosphere of the game is characterized as cute and neat, but some users express disappointment, feeling that it doesn't fully deliver on the potential suggested by its charming design.
- “I really expected there to be more for a game with such a cute character and neat atmosphere.”