Squeakers

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Squeakers is a single player and multiplayer arcade platformer game. It was developed by Maccuku and was released on February 28, 2018. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

"Squeakers is a platformer game that offers both single-player and local multi-player modes for up to 4 players. As a cooperative game, players work together to build their way up and escape the rising water, but there's also the option to compete against each other. With its pixel-art style and engaging events, Squeakers offers a surprising and humorous experience as you help the boars survive the flood."

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Audience ScoreBased on 60 reviews

gameplay10 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

Squeakers offers a fun and addictive multiplayer experience, especially in local co-op mode, making it a great choice for couch parties.
The game features simple controls and engaging gameplay that is easy to learn but hard to master, providing a rewarding experience as players progress.
Despite its retro pixel art style, the game is entertaining and quirky, with a unique premise that keeps players engaged and laughing.

The game suffers from clunky controls and poor physics, which can make gameplay frustrating and less enjoyable.
Technical issues such as low-quality graphics and lack of customization options detract from the overall experience, making it feel unpolished.
The game's low player activity and interest suggest that it may not have lasting appeal, with many players uninstalling it shortly after trying.

gameplay
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is praised for its simplicity and engaging nature, making it accessible for kids while also providing a unique and original experience. Players find it fun and entertaining, with a learning curve that leads to enjoyable moments, especially when reviewing recorded gameplay. Overall, the game offers a variety of experiences, ensuring that no two play sessions are the same.
- “The gameplay is simple yet engaging, and the idea - while completely bizarre - is completely original and unprecedented.”
- “At once it took me a couple of minutes to reach the balance and get along with a keyboard, and as I did, the gameplay was nothing else but fantastic fun!”
- “Simple controls and gameplay make it great for kids.”
- “Gameplay is easy: don't drown.”
- “There are no two same gameplay.”
humor
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised, with players highlighting its ability to generate laughter, especially in multiplayer mode. Many comments emphasize the presence of amusing details and unexpected moments that enhance the overall experience, making it both entertaining and engaging. Overall, the game is described as fun and filled with humorous elements that keep players entertained.
- “Really fun, really funny, lots of laughs in multiplayer mode.”
- “It is really funny when you try to record your gameplay and then when you watch it, you find those funny details and what you did wrong.”
- “Very well made, eye-catching, funny and very surprising.”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game employs a retro pixel art style that some players find interesting and effective in conveying its message, but many criticize the lack of options to adjust resolution or customize graphics settings, resulting in low-quality visuals that cannot be improved. Overall, the graphics are seen as outdated and limiting for modern gaming standards.
- “The graphic style is also very interesting and simple, but nevertheless, it still delivers all the message needed for a player.”
- “A choice was made to use obsolete, decades-old retro pixel art as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
- “There are no options to change the resolution for the game or customize the graphics settings.”
- “There's no way for gamers to improve the low-quality graphics.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised for being addictive and enjoyable, contributing significantly to the overall fun experience. Many reviewers highlight the original soundtrack (OST) as one of the best they've encountered in an indie game.
- “The OST is one of the best pieces I've heard in an indie game.”
- “The music is addictive as hell, with great audio and lots of fun.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the game enjoyable and note that while the story mode offers a satisfying conclusion, the addition of a sudden death mode enhances its replayability.
- “Fun to play, and after you've discovered the glorious ending of the story mode, the sudden death mode gives some replay value.”
- “Fun to play, but after you've discovered the glorious ending of the story mode, the sudden death mode offers limited replay value.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story mode is praised for its engaging narrative and a "glorious ending," which enhances the overall experience. Additionally, the inclusion of a sudden death mode adds replay value, making the game enjoyable beyond the initial playthrough.
- “Fun to play, and after you've discovered the glorious ending of the story mode, the sudden death mode gives some replay value.”