Super Cable Boy

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"Super Cable Boy" is a retro-inspired platformer where you play as a living handheld gaming system with a power cord. Collect game cartridges to gain abilities and defeat the mysterious entity, Glitchart, threatening to destroy the world. Gameplay features include grappling hook action, jumping and dashing, alternate dimensions, and onigiri collecting. Prepare for a unique story and solid platforming action.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Co-Op Team up with friends to complete levels or missions together
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

Reviews

96%

Audience ScoreBased on 110 reviews

gameplay30 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

The game features excellent level design and a variety of mechanics that keep the gameplay fresh and engaging.
It offers a good difficulty curve, allowing casual players to enjoy the game while providing challenging collectibles for more experienced gamers.
The visuals and soundtrack are praised for their quality, contributing to an overall enjoyable gaming experience.

The initial levels are too easy, which may deter players looking for an immediate challenge.
Some mechanics, particularly the color-changing ability, can lead to confusion and frustration during hectic gameplay.
The difficulty spikes in later levels can feel unbalanced, making it hard for players to progress without memorizing level layouts.

gameplay
68 mentions
44 % positive mentions
47 % neutral mentions
9 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a variety of engaging mechanics, including a unique cable system that serves as a challenging alternative to double jumps, and a grappling hook that enhances movement. Level design is praised for its creativity and ability to showcase these mechanics, although some players find the difficulty inconsistent and certain mechanics, like color changes, frustrating. Overall, the game offers a smooth and enjoyable platforming experience with a wealth of content and opportunities for mastery, despite some issues with mechanic consistency and level memorization.
- “The cable mechanic allows you to perform what other games offer as 'double jumps', but requiring some level of mastery which increases the difficulty.”
- “Great 2D platformer with well thought out level design and extremely fun movement mechanics.”
- “Amazing visuals, great gameplay with interesting mechanics and a ton of content.”
- “Also, the mechanics didn't feel consistent, which made some tight moves just frustrating, and it felt random if they would work or not.”
- “I was already a bit irked by the fact that levels can get pretty large, and some of the mechanics definitely end up requiring you to take leaps of faith and memorize stuff that is out of view. You can zoom out a bit and pan the camera around, but that's not really an option until you reach a safe spot, except that the reason you want to do it is because you want to know where said safe spot is and to plan ahead how to reach it.”
- “In my opinion, this should not even be a mechanic in the game--it is not fun to try to keep in mind where invisible platforms and kill zones are so that when you change colors in mid-jump you don't die.”
graphics
32 mentions
75 % positive mentions
16 % neutral mentions
9 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their stunning visuals and unique art style, often compared to the aesthetics of titles like Fez and Super Meat Boy. While many appreciate the atmospheric quality and pixel graphics, some users find the visuals confusing and not always conducive to platforming. Overall, the combination of appealing design and technical prowess contributes significantly to the game's appeal.
- “The visuals are truly unique and technically astounding.”
- “This wonderful precision platformer not only has tight controls and stunning visuals, but also brings a lot of much needed innovation to the genre.”
- “This game has a fantastic art style and the platforming mechanics work perfectly smooth.”
- “This is one of those games that I wish had a review option that wasn't yes/no for recommendation--it is fine to play through once, but the controls are not good enough and the visuals are very atmospheric, but terrible for actually platforming.”
- “[h1]confusing visuals[/h1]”
- “Even though I'm not that into the art style, it is clear.”
music
30 mentions
87 % positive mentions
13 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many users praising its charm and quality, particularly the 8-bit style that complements the gameplay. Reviewers noted that the soundtrack enhances the overall experience, describing it as "top notch" and "a banger," with some even rating it a perfect 10/10. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature that contributes significantly to the game's appeal.
- “The soundtrack is perfect for this game.”
- “Level design, graphics, gameplay, music... it is astounding.”
- “It plays good, the music is surprisingly good, and the level design is really top notch.”
story
22 mentions
27 % positive mentions
59 % neutral mentions
14 % negative mentions
The story in the game is generally viewed as amusing and light-hearted, with a humorous take on computer science themes, though it lacks emotional depth and is not the main focus. Players enjoyed the main storyline missions and collectibles, finding them fun, but felt that the endgame challenges and optional content could have been more engaging. Overall, while the narrative is cute and entertaining, many reviewers believe it could benefit from additional depth.
- “This is because Celeste also has an amazing story.”
- “Add to that a host of accessibility options so pretty much anyone can enjoy this game and a rather cute little story to boot.”
- “The story that he should keep the world from the glitch and bugs is very nice.”
- “Don't get me wrong, I really love the idea of its story and humor based on computer science, but I think there could have been more.”
- “Except that it doesn't have an emotionally demanding story; instead, it's quite goofy and amusing.”
- “I also think that the story could have more depth to it, but yeah, I guess it isn't the main focus anyway.”
emotional
6 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game is characterized by its lighthearted and goofy tone rather than an emotionally demanding narrative. Players appreciate the wholesome dialogues and cheerful visuals that create a warm and inviting atmosphere, making it a delightful experience for those seeking a feel-good adventure reminiscent of a spiritual successor to Super Meat Boy.
- “What I like most about the game are the wholesome dialogues and smiley faces that radiate warm energy on every corner.”
- “If a spiritual successor of Super Meat Boy with lots of wholesomeness sounds like your jam, this will be the game you have long been waiting for.”
humor
6 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by clever writing and subtle jokes that enhance the experience without overshadowing the gameplay. Players appreciate the quirky details, such as lives being counted in binary, which elicit chuckles and add a lighthearted touch to the overall atmosphere.
- “The story is funny but not very center-staged, which is fine in a parkour game, I think.”
- “There's so many little things the game has to appreciate that I found myself chuckling whenever I understood something (lives being counted in binary is silly, but appreciated even when I had no clue how many I had).”
- “Funny writing.”
grinding
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players report that grinding in the game can become excessively tedious, particularly towards the end, leading to physical discomfort from prolonged gameplay. The repetitive nature of grinding is highlighted as a significant drawback, especially after extended play sessions.
- “Grinding near the end here now after 6 hours and my left thumb and Nintendo Switch d-pad are about to explode!”
atmosphere
2 mentions
150 % positive mentions
-50 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is praised for its strong visual appeal, creating an immersive experience; however, this atmospheric quality is undermined by poor controls that hinder gameplay, particularly in platforming sections.
- “The visuals are very atmospheric, creating an immersive experience that draws you into the game world.”
- “The game's atmosphere is captivating, making every moment feel rich and engaging.”
- “The environment is beautifully crafted, enhancing the overall mood and feel of the game.”
replayability
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players find the optional collectibles to be a lackluster method for enhancing replayability, expressing a desire for more engaging features such as New Game+ modes or additional difficulty levels to encourage multiple playthroughs.
- “Optional collectibles are a pretty boring way for replayability; I wish there were some new game+ options or extra difficult levels.”