Super Dangerous Dungeons
- July 2, 2018
- Adventure Islands
- 1h median play time
"Super Dangerous Dungeons" is a challenging platforming game featuring the treasure hunter Timmy. Explore over 60 levels filled with deadly traps and bosses, set in a vibrant pixel art world with a retro SNES-inspired soundtrack. Speedrunners can test their skills in Time Trial mode, while Steam achievements provide a way to showcase your dungeon conquests. Xbox controller compatible.
Reviews
- Super Dangerous Dungeons features tight controls, charming pixel art graphics, and an engaging retro soundtrack that enhances the gameplay experience.
- The game offers a variety of levels with increasing difficulty, providing a satisfying challenge that encourages players to improve their skills and explore hidden paths.
- It's a fun and simple platformer that can be completed in about an hour, making it perfect for quick gaming sessions while still offering replayability through achievements and time trials.
- The game is quite short, which may leave some players wanting more content, and certain levels can feel frustrating due to precise jump requirements and hitbox issues.
- There are some technical glitches, such as keybind settings not saving between sessions and occasional frame drops during gameplay, which can disrupt the experience.
- The final boss access requires players to backtrack and find hidden gems, which can feel like an artificial extension of gameplay length rather than a rewarding challenge.
- gameplay38 mentions
- 21 % positive mentions
- 71 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The gameplay is centered around a platforming experience that emphasizes timing and jump control, with each dungeon introducing new mechanics and challenges. While the controls are simple, the level design is praised for its fluid tutorials and perfect learning curve, allowing players to master techniques seamlessly. However, some players noted issues with hit detection and the reliance on hidden items to extend gameplay length, though the overall experience is engaging and nostalgic, enhanced by great graphics and music.
“While the gameplay mechanics are as simple as a platformer can get, it's a masterclass in level design in every aspect: the learning curve is perfect, the very levels serve as fluid tutorials, and by the end of the road the player will have mastered even specific speedrun techniques without even noticing it.”
“Don't be fooled by the simple controls though, as the jump height is duration-sensitive, and there are also many other gameplay options to take into consideration including: falling to the next spot, using the environment to block player movement, what part of the block to jump from, and when to move in the air (because the game does also feature airborne movement).”
“It's a series of handcrafted challenge rooms, usually built around a central mechanic that lasts for a few rooms at a time.”
“Rewarding exploration with hidden items would be a plus if those weren't used to artificially raise the short gameplay length by being mandatory for entering the final room; hit detection can also be finicky at times—particularly noticeable when boulders are an integral part of a couple of levels' design.”
“The core game mechanics are well implemented, but nothing new or innovative.”
“Utilizing these gameplay mechanics, you'll parkour through levels with quirky and oftentimes unforgiving hitboxes for both hazards and non-hazards alike.”
- music30 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 27 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The music in "Super Dangerous Dungeons" receives mixed reviews, with many praising its retro soundtrack that complements the game's pixel art and gameplay, while others find it lacking. Overall, the soundtrack is described as enjoyable and fitting, enhancing the nostalgic feel of the game, though some players suggest turning it off due to personal preference. The combination of charming music and visuals contributes to the game's overall appeal, making it a fun experience for many.
“Super dangerous dungeons is a simple 2D puzzle platformer with beautiful pixel art graphics and an amazing retro soundtrack that only has three controls: left, right, and jump.”
“Both the sounds and music match the game's theme and are enjoyable to hear.”
“The controls are tight, the graphics and music are charming, and the stage designs are clever.”
“The music is pretty awful, so turn that off.”
- graphics26 mentions
- 54 % positive mentions
- 46 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of "Super Dangerous Dungeons" are widely praised for their beautiful pixel art style, reminiscent of classic SNES titles. Reviewers highlight the charming and vibrant visuals, which complement the game's clever level design and enjoyable retro soundtrack, making it a standout feature of the overall experience.
“The pixel graphics are gorgeous, and the music was great too.”
“Probably one of my favorite things about this game is the graphics and colors, hands down.”
“The graphics are great and really do remind me of SNES titles.”
- story6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The story primarily revolves around the main character's quest for treasure in castles and dungeons, with minimal narrative depth beyond this treasure-hunting premise.
“The story: you are searching for treasures in castles, that's it.”
“There's a tiny bit of story about the main character traveling to a dungeon in search of riches.”
- replayability4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game offers significant replayability through its nostalgic design and the inclusion of achievements for both regular gameplay and time trial modes. However, while the procedural generation aims for infinite replayability, it can sometimes result in repetitive and uninspired levels. Overall, the combination of features enhances the game's replay value, despite some inconsistencies in level design.
“Definitely hit the nostalgia button for me, and I also really enjoy that it has achievements for both regular gameplay and the time trial mode, which adds a lot in terms of replayability.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some users reporting performance issues and bugs that hinder gameplay. While certain aspects run smoothly, others experience significant lag and technical glitches, suggesting that further optimization is needed for a more seamless experience.