Get on Steam"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."
Reviews
- Unique and satisfying movement mechanics that emphasize momentum and precision, making gameplay feel rewarding.
- Fast respawn times and short level lengths reduce frustration, allowing players to quickly retry and improve their skills.
- Great pixel art and an engaging soundtrack enhance the overall experience, making it enjoyable to play.
- The game has a steep learning curve, with some levels feeling overly difficult and frustrating, especially for casual players.
- Technical issues such as a 60 FPS cap, lack of resolution options, and the timer starting during loading screens can detract from the experience.
- Controls can feel janky and imprecise, leading to moments of frustration when trying to execute specific movements.
- music28 mentions
- 71 % positive mentions
- 18 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim for its catchy, upbeat, and engaging soundtrack that enhances the overall gameplay experience. Reviewers highlight its ability to maintain player motivation and enjoyment, with many noting the strong connection between the music, visuals, and game mechanics. Some players expressed a desire for a theme selector to customize their listening experience, but overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature that complements the game's design.
“The OST slaps hardcore too, which plays a crucial role in the game, in my opinion.”
“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.”
“The music is very catchy and doesn't seem to get old when you get stuck on a level.”
“Its a 'bang against the new wall you meet' type of game and themes are great; I often mute the music and use my own playlist.”
“Edit 1: Can you please release the OST on Spotify? 🥺”
- gameplay27 mentions
- 41 % positive mentions
- 48 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a unique and rewarding movement mechanic that emphasizes momentum and skill, reminiscent of rocket jumping in TF2. Players find the platforming challenging yet enjoyable, with a variety of levels that encourage mastery and replayability, particularly for those seeking to achieve high scores on leaderboards. While the mechanics are innovative and engaging, they may present a steep learning curve for newcomers, but ultimately contribute to a dynamic and satisfying experience.
“Dope game with a unique central movement mechanic that puts a strong emphasis on maintaining/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.”
“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.”
“In fullscreen, the game is stuck to the left of my screen, and in borderless, I can see my desktop behind gameplay.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their coherent stylistic direction, beautifully complementing the game's soundtrack and mechanics. Players appreciate the cute visuals, although some levels may require precise jumps without visual cues. Overall, the visuals contribute significantly to the game's charm and experience.
“The stylistic direction is wonderfully coherent and connects all three aspects of the game: 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.”
“The graphics are outdated and lack the detail expected from modern games.”
“Character models look flat and lifeless, making it hard to connect with the game.”
- story3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The story is criticized for being overly simplistic and lacking depth, leading to confusion about its necessity in the game. Many users feel that a minimal narrative could have sufficed, suggesting that the developers may not have prioritized storytelling effectively.
“The story is very barebones.”
“This is confusing; if they didn't want a story, they really didn't need one at all—just some pop-ups to explain how to control the game.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the high replayability of the game, driven by the challenge of mastering mechanics for gold/platinum medals and competing on online leaderboards. The responsive movement system further enhances the experience, encouraging repeated playthroughs.
“Mastering the mechanics for gold and platinum medals, along with online leaderboards, adds an extra optional layer of challenge and replayability that keeps you hooked.”
“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.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game to be exceptionally funny, highlighting its strong comedic elements.
“This game is hilarious.”
“The humor in this game is top-notch and keeps me laughing throughout.”
“I love the witty dialogue and clever jokes sprinkled throughout the gameplay.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Many users feel that the grinding in the game is overly tedious and does not provide sufficient rewards to justify the effort required.
“The amount of tediousness is not worth the reward, in my opinion.”
“Grinding feels like a never-ending chore rather than an enjoyable part of the game.”
“I find the repetitive nature of grinding to be incredibly frustrating and unfulfilling.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -300 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is perceived as charming and appealing, particularly due to its cute character design; however, some players feel that it lacks depth and engagement, leaving them wanting more.
“The atmosphere is enchanting, drawing you into a world filled with charm and wonder.”
“The game's ambiance perfectly complements the storyline, creating an immersive experience.”
“Every detail in the environment contributes to a captivating atmosphere that keeps you engaged.”
“I really expected there to be more for a game with such a cute character and neat atmosphere.”
