Super Flippin' Phones
- February 18, 2016
- BlauwPrint
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Reviews
- Fast-paced and entertaining gameplay that is easy to learn and offers high replayability.
- Well-designed pixel art graphics and a humorous concept that adds to the fun.
- Responsive controls and a variety of power-ups and costumes enhance the overall experience.
- Lacks substantial content and variety, leading to repetitive gameplay after a short time.
- The music can become monotonous and there are no options for volume adjustment.
- Some goals are poorly defined, making progression frustrating and reliant on guesswork.
- gameplay20 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 55 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its fast-paced, addictive nature, with intuitive controls that allow for quick reactions and exciting challenges. While the mechanics are engaging and the enemy variety adds some depth, players note that the game can feel repetitive and simplistic over time, particularly due to its limited content and lack of a comprehensive tutorial. Overall, it offers a fun experience for short gaming sessions, though it may not satisfy those seeking extensive gameplay depth.
“Controls are responsive enough for quick turns and last second getaways, and the runner’s pace of gameplay perfectly maintained the excitement.”
“Gameplay is addictively challenging and mechanically concise, and there’s little if any pretension behind the game’s premise.”
“The game's quirkiness keeps you coming back for more, and the gameplay keeps you hooked in.”
“I bought this crap because some YouTuber was playing it and I thought it had a decent challenge/gameplay, nope.”
“Tutorial prompts pause the flow of gameplay whenever players run into something new, taking control away from the player and diminishing the feeling of discovery.”
“The limited content, simplistic gameplay, and large UI made it feel more like a mobile game (which it is).”
- graphics7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are praised for their well-executed pixel art style, which offers a clean visual aesthetic and superb illustration that enhances gameplay clarity. While the retro-inspired visuals contribute to the overall arcade feel, some reviewers noted a lack of variety in both visuals and music. Overall, the graphics are considered a strong point of the game, effectively complementing its fast-paced action.
“The pixel graphics look great and suit the game; the music matches the same theme.”
“The pixel graphics are superbly illustrated – providing just enough clarity so that you can understand what is happening on the screen despite the frantic pace of the action.”
“Clean visual aesthetic.”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is described as a mix of light-hearted and absurd elements, with some players finding it amusing, particularly in scenes like a character comically flailing and causing chaos. However, others criticize it for relying on frustrating and juvenile humor, suggesting it may not appeal to everyone. Overall, the humor is seen as enjoyable but not overly ambitious.
“Funny little game.”
“I found it very funny to see some fat guy wave his arms around knocking phones into the air which explode, and then running from everyone around him.”
“The humor is pretty good; nothing that's going to make you split your sides, but that's not a bad thing, as it isn't trying hard to be funny.”
- music4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The music in "Super Flippin' Phones" is criticized for being overly repetitive and lacking variety, which detracts from the overall experience despite the game's improved visuals and retro-inspired theme. While it complements the game's aesthetic, many players find it too feverish and monotonous.
“The pixel graphics look great, and suit the game; the music matches the same theme.”
“Successor to Blueprint and 3xBlast’s quite similar Flippin’ Phones (2014), Super Flippin’ Phones brings us much-improved and overall great retro-inspired visuals and pure arcade fun and flair.”
“The music is too feverish.”
“All the music loops are too repetitive.”
“While the visuals are much improved and the gameplay is fun, there is too little variety in terms of visuals and music.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users highlight the game’s high replayability, indicating that it offers engaging content and varied experiences that encourage multiple playthroughs.
“The game offers high replayability, with multiple paths and choices that keep each playthrough fresh and exciting.”
“I love how every decision I make leads to different outcomes, making me want to replay the game to explore all the possibilities.”
“With its dynamic world and varied character interactions, this game invites you to dive back in for a completely new experience each time.”
