SUPER ALICE DOLLS
- October 15, 2024
- desunoya
Get on Steam"SUPER ALICE DOLLS" is a 2D platform action game with a Touhou Project fan base, featuring the adorable essence of Alice is Cute. Alice can use different abilities from various dolls to conquer levels, and a gentle system allows characters to come back even if they fall into a hole. Local multiplayer is available for two players, with the option for 2P to join at any time during gameplay, though there are some limitations with Remote Play Together.
PC
Steam Deck
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a charming aesthetic and unique power-ups that enhance the gameplay experience, making it feel fresh compared to other 2D platformers.
- It offers a good balance of casual and challenging gameplay, with a variety of levels that include both straightforward platforming and puzzle-solving elements.
- Players feel a sense of achievement from completing levels and collecting items, with the game providing a lighthearted and encouraging atmosphere.
- Some game mechanics can feel a bit rough around the edges, and there are occasional bugs, particularly with hitboxes and teleportation mechanics.
- The achievements are not translated into English, which can make it difficult for players to understand the objectives.
- The initial gameplay is quite easy, which may frustrate players looking for an immediate challenge before reaching the more difficult post-game content.
- gameplay8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The gameplay features a mix of simple and challenging objectives that test players' skills and understanding of unique mechanics, with a focus on fun and creativity. While some mechanics may feel slightly rough or buggy, they do not detract from the overall enjoyment. However, players seeking a more challenging experience may find the initial hours of casual gameplay frustrating before reaching the more demanding segments.
“The achievements range from simple level completion to really challenging optional objectives that will test your skills and understanding of the game's mechanics.”
“Many of the game mechanics are very unique and not just carbon copies of what other games like it do, especially for the power-ups.”
“These are earned either through more challenging platforming segments and/or solving some kind of puzzle, and these can really test your understanding of the game's mechanics at times.”
“The game can feel a little buggy if you look too closely into it, especially if you look too closely at some of the more complicated and/or ambitious game mechanics, but never in a way that ruins how fun and unique they are.”
“The downside is that players that do want this kind of challenge are going to have to work through 2-3 hours of really easy gameplay to get to it, and I wouldn't blame anyone that didn't have the patience to play for that long just to get to the part they actually want to experience.”
“This isn't inherently a bad thing, but it was a bit of whiplash after playing through what was otherwise a very casual-friendly game that even advertises 'gentle' gameplay systems on its store page.”
- music6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game features original compositions that evoke a similar feel to other titles like Nitroid and Amapani/Urapani, though it lacks recognizable influences from the Touhou Project, which is common in fan-made games. While some players may have expected familiar themes, the soundtrack is generally considered pleasant and fitting for the game's atmosphere.
“I was surprised to hear that, to my knowledge, all the music seems to be completely original compositions.”
“Even with that in mind, the music is completely serviceable and nice to listen to regardless.”
“Perhaps I may have even missed some inspirations in the music by accident.”
“That being said, my only small gripe would be the music.”
“I was surprised to hear that (to my knowledge) all the music seems to be completely original compositions.”
“There is nothing wrong with that in my eyes, but I was rather surprised as I didn't seem to recognize any of the music as taking inspiration from the Touhou Project, which is something a lot of fan-made games for this series do.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game exhibits some stability issues, particularly with buggy hitboxes and complex mechanics, which can affect precision gameplay. However, these bugs do not significantly detract from the overall enjoyment and uniqueness of the experience.
“The game can feel a little buggy if you look too closely into it, especially if you examine some of the more complicated and ambitious game mechanics, but never in a way that ruins how fun and unique they are.”
“I suddenly found myself playing through stages that often require long precision platforming segments with little to no room for error, something that can be hard to achieve when the game itself is prone to buggy hitboxes when pushed to its limits.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players report that the game evokes a strong sense of pride and happiness, particularly when overcoming challenging levels or achieving goals, contributing to an overall positive emotional experience.
“The game always made me feel proud of myself for completing a challenging level or achievement, and it even made me feel very happy in general.”
“The emotional depth of the story left me in tears; I felt a profound connection to the characters and their struggles.”
“Every decision I made in the game had weight, and I felt a genuine sense of responsibility for the outcomes.”
