Super Falling Fred

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Super Falling Fred is a single player action game. It received positive reviews from players.

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84%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,380 reviews

graphics18 positive mentions

monetization10 negative mentions

The game retains its fun and addictive nature, providing a good time-killer experience.
The graphics have improved, and the nostalgic art style is appreciated by many players.
The gameplay mechanics, such as the physics and character interactions, are still enjoyable despite some control issues.

The game suffers from numerous bugs, including control issues and crashes, making it frustrating to play.
Many players are disappointed with the new character designs, particularly Fred's, which they feel do not match the original's charm.
The in-game currency is difficult to earn, and upgrades are excessively expensive, leading to a pay-to-win feel.

graphics
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
22%
11%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the art style and visuals as excellent and fun, while others criticize the character models, particularly the redesign of the Fred character, and note issues like low framerate and lag. Overall, while many players appreciate the graphics, there are calls for improvements and a return to the original aesthetic.
- “I love the game after reintroducing the art style.”
- “Awesome graphics and epic hazards.”
- “The graphics are excellent.”
- “The art style looks fine like back in time, but the Fred character model doesn't feel the same as the original Fred we know from Running Fred; it looks like a different guy we're playing with.”
- “Yeah, it's the original game, but it has a low framerate and AI-generated graphics.”
- “I hate the new art style; Fred doesn't look like Fred, he looks weird. This was a really bad change.”
humor
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players highlighting its funny graphics, hilarious character interactions, and amusing sound effects. Many reviews mention the game's ability to evoke laughter through its absurd scenarios and slapstick comedy, making it entertaining for both kids and adults. However, some users noted minor frustrations with in-game purchases, which slightly detracted from the overall enjoyment.
- “I love this game! This game is so funny; Falling Fred is the best, and the characters are great! ”
- “The funniest part is when Fred says 'ahaho' and 'ouch', or when Zombie Fred says 'oll them'! ”
- “Super funny and fun to play if you get bored.”
monetization
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization aspect of the game is heavily criticized due to the overwhelming presence of ads, which users find frustrating and intrusive, especially after dying in-game. Many players express a desire for fewer ads or the option to remove them entirely, as the current system disrupts gameplay and makes earning in-game currency feel excessively slow. Overall, the ad experience detracts significantly from the enjoyment of the game.
- “Played this on an iPad a couple of years ago and it was good, but now on the phone it's not that great. Please fix the ads that spam you every single time you die; it's frustrating.”
- “Fun game, but it takes too long to earn skullies despite watching a lot of ads.”
- “Awesome game, but there are too many ads. Please fix it!”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The game suffers from various stability issues, including persistent bugs that affect character control and movement, particularly on certain devices. Players have reported glitches that hinder gameplay, especially when characters are heavily damaged or when the game is interrupted by phone sleep mode. While some users experience smooth performance on specific devices, overall stability remains a concern.
- “Runs great on my Xperia Ray, providing a smooth gaming experience.”
- “The game maintains excellent stability, ensuring no crashes or glitches during play.”
- “I appreciate how consistently the game performs, making it enjoyable to play without interruptions.”
- “The game is still buggy, with characters dying and leaving only blood behind. This always happens when the character is very bruised. Fred and Frida are also hard to control, and I wish they would bring back their old models!”
- “Great game, had it years ago too. I just added it back, and there are still a few glitches.”
- “On my Huawei, it won't let me move anywhere, and whenever my phone goes to sleep, it glitches out and won't move down. Please fix this.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
Gameplay reviews are mixed, with some praising the fast pace and smooth frame rate, while others criticize the monetization strategy that undermines progress and enjoyment. Unique mechanics, such as panning to control character movement, are noted, but overall sentiment leans towards dissatisfaction with the gameplay experience.
- “Love the fast gameplay! Absolutely perfect frame rate throughout. I also enjoy the newspaper articles.”
- “You can, however, spend $50 to buy coins so that you may enjoy other characters and power-ups, which is both a ripoff and an action that renders any progress-oriented gameplay numb.”
- “Unique gameplay that involves panning to control the falling motion of your character.”
- “Worst gameplay.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
100%
Players appreciate the dynamic music that changes with level transitions, enhancing the gameplay experience. However, some users desire a calibration option for music control and a mute button to allow for personal music while playing. Overall, the soundtrack is well-received, with specific praise for its quality.
- “I like the way the music shifts when the level changes.”
- “The song is pretty awesome, and the calibration option to use your finger to unlock a variety of music adds a fun element.”
- “Needs a mute button so I can listen to my own music while I play.”
- “The soundtrack is repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “The music doesn't fit the game's atmosphere, which detracts from the overall experience.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express a desire for more engaging content, suggesting that the inclusion of challenges, missions, or a well-developed story would enhance their experience.
- “Challenges, missions, or a story would do just fine...”
- “Challenges, missions, or a story would do just fine...”