Squirbs
- October 1, 2015
- TeamIndev
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Reviews
- The game features an interesting concept of controlling two characters simultaneously, which adds a unique challenge to the gameplay.
- Many players appreciate the game's music and graphics, noting that they enhance the overall experience.
- Despite its difficulty, some players find it to be a fun and engaging challenge that can provide a sense of satisfaction when completing levels.
- The game suffers from numerous bugs, including black screens and crashes, making it unplayable for many users.
- Controls can feel imprecise, particularly when jumping off edges, leading to frustration and frequent deaths.
- The difficulty spikes significantly, with some players feeling that it transitions from clever puzzles to mindless trial and error.
- music9 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 22 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its relaxing and engaging qualities, while others find it overshadowed by the game's shortcomings. Despite the game's flaws, the soundtrack is often highlighted as a redeeming feature, contributing to the overall experience, even if it doesn't fully compensate for other aspects. Overall, while the music is generally considered decent, it is not enough to elevate the game's overall reception.
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
“This one is hard to recommend, but with some really good music and graphics, I would still recommend it if you want to take up the challenge.”
“The fast-paced music and gameplay are really interesting to me, as you try to solve puzzles while keeping your eye on two different sides of the screen.”
“That being said, the rest of the game (e.g., soundtrack, graphics, etc.) isn't as imaginative.”
“I can't even finish this song because I'm so disgusted.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Gameplay experiences vary significantly, with some players finding it slow and repetitive, while others praise its intense, fluid mechanics and deep customization in multiplayer modes. The game successfully blends classic elements like power-ups and easter eggs with innovative features such as team mechanics and unique puzzle-solving challenges, creating a dynamic and engaging experience. Additionally, clever mechanics like wall jumps enhance the overall gameplay, making it both interesting and thought-provoking.
“Embrace previously beloved aspects of the mode like easter eggs, power-ups, and novel weapons while experiencing innovations like brand-new team mechanics, the afterlife arcade, and fate and fortune cards.”
“The wall jump mechanics are implemented in a clever way where you vertically jump if you press the jump button (no directional buttons required) while adjacent to a wall.”
“Slow, boring, and repetitive gameplay.”
“Multiplayer combines a fluid momentum-based movement system, player-focused map design, deep customization, and a brand new combat rig system to create an intense gameplay experience where every second counts.”
“I cannot confirm this: for example, the wall jump mechanics that can be found later are implemented in a clever way where you vertically jump if you press the jump button (no directional buttons required) while adjacent to a wall.”
- story4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The story emphasizes resilience and the unpredictability of life, encouraging players to persevere through challenges. While the narrative is generally well-received, some players note technical issues, such as limited gamepad support, which detracts from the overall experience.
“Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
“Nice story.”
“The game is a bit unpolished: gamepads are supported via XInput, but you can't navigate the options menu with a gamepad, or use it to skip a story screen that you will only see once, including the intro screen.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for being visually appealing and well-designed, with some users highlighting their charm and creativity. However, there are mixed feelings about the overall execution, as some players feel that while the graphics are good, they are not enough to compensate for other gameplay issues.
“This one is hard to recommend, but with some really good music and graphics, I would still recommend it if you want to take up the challenge.”
“[h1]Complex thinking puzzle-platformer with adorable and deadly graphics[/h1]”
“Although the concept, graphics, and music are all very good.”
“The graphics are quite underwhelming and lack creativity.”
“The visuals feel outdated and do not match the expectations set by modern games.”
“Overall, the graphics are disappointing and fail to immerse the player in the game world.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is intense and impactful, eliciting strong feelings of distress and sadness, as players report experiencing deep emotional turmoil and even tears during pivotal moments.
“Tears welled up in his eyes when he realized what exactly was at stake.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game to be quite humorous, highlighting its ability to evoke laughter and enjoyment.
“This game is hilarious and kept me laughing throughout!”
“The humor in this game is top-notch; I found myself chuckling at every turn.”
“I love how the game incorporates witty jokes and funny scenarios that make it so enjoyable!”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users report significant stability issues, including frequent freezes that can crash their PCs, and difficulties in playing cooperative modes despite attempts at port forwarding.
“Freezes my PC, and I can't play co-op even with port forwarding.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
“I experience constant lag and disconnections, which ruin the gaming experience.”
