Super Ledgehop: Double Laser
- November 16, 2018
- LAME Dimension
- 69h median play time
Get on Steam"Super Ledgehop: Double Laser" is a precision platformer that challenges players to navigate complex levels using well-timed jumps and dashes. With a charming pixelated art style and a chiptune soundtrack, the game harkens back to the classic era of platforming. The unique double laser mechanic allows for creative puzzle-solving and precision jumping, adding an extra layer of depth to the gameplay.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a unique blend of bullet hell and rhythm mechanics, making for an engaging and fun gameplay experience.
- The humor and quirky characters add charm to the game, enhancing the overall enjoyment.
- At its low price point, the game offers great value, providing hours of entertainment and replayability.
- The game can be visually overwhelming at times, with many elements on screen making it difficult to track everything.
- Some players may find the difficulty spikes, especially in boss fights, to be frustrating.
- The story and character development are somewhat lacking, with a simplistic plot that may not appeal to everyone.
- gameplay171 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The gameplay is a unique blend of bullet hell and rhythm mechanics, featuring engaging controls that allow players to absorb and reflect enemy bullets while shooting in time with the music. Many players appreciate the fun and addictive nature of the mechanics, although some note that the game can feel unpolished and that the narrative elements sometimes interrupt the flow of gameplay. Overall, the combination of charming art, catchy music, and innovative mechanics makes for an enjoyable experience, especially given its low price point.
“Melee references, Touhou references, great art style and music, simple and fun controls, advanced techniques, and built-in speedrun mechanics... and it's simultaneously a bullet hell and rhythm game!”
“The gameplay is nice, characters are likable, art is pretty, and the writing is 10/10.”
“The fast-paced, rhythm-based shooting mechanics, alongside the unique shine ability which can deflect, steal, and protect from enemy bullets, work together to create a game that feels very reminiscent of being on the receiving end of a 'Touhou Project' boss' spell card.”
“The developers failed one of the most basic, fundamental requirements of game design: 'show, don't tell.' You'll spend a huge amount of time not playing the game, but clicking through endless lines of poorly written visual novel text cutscenes because the developers couldn't work out how to relate their narrative through the game mechanics.”
“The gameplay is extremely unpolished.”
“My biggest takeaway from the gameplay side of things was that it was trying to do a few too many things at once.”
- music96 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 41 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising its catchy and well-composed tracks that enhance the gameplay experience. The integration of rhythm mechanics, where players shoot in time with the music for bonuses, adds a unique twist to the bullet hell genre, although some noted that the synchronization could be improved. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's charm and enjoyment.
“The soundtrack is clearly a strong part of the game and fits the stages well.”
“The music is amazing and the rhythm mechanic works perfectly with it.”
“An amazing game lore-wise, music-wise, character-wise, art-wise, gameplay-wise, and pretty much everything-wise.”
“It's got a rhythm/QTE hybrid thing going on where you need to shoot in time with the really crap music that assaults your ears.”
“It mainly just annoyed me and I didn't even really feel like I was clicking in time to the music; it just felt kind of arbitrary and not fun.”
“The default audio balance seems off - especially noticeable since shooting in sync with the music is a key mechanic - but audio sliders in the settings mean this is easily fixed.”
- story75 mentions
- 37 % positive mentions
- 59 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The story of the game is characterized as charming, silly, and often nonsensical, featuring lovable characters and humorous dialogue that enhance the overall experience. While some players note that the plot can be disjointed or absurd, it is generally well-received for its lightheartedness and engaging nature, making it a fun complement to the gameplay. Overall, the narrative is seen as a quirky and enjoyable aspect of the game, despite its brevity and occasional lack of depth.
“The story is surprisingly poignant and searing despite its outwardly fun and irreverent nature.”
“The combination of a really fun bullet hell concept, lovable characters, and a quirky story - the result, super ledgehop: double laser.”
“It's goofy in a charming way, and it doesn't hog your time; the game's plot fits in between the gameplay really neatly, neither one feeling squashed or neglected -- and it has a plot, not entirely just a series of jokes.”
“The story was all over the place and made barely any sense.”
“The plot is pretty goofy and thrown together with stuff very much 'just happening', like it was written on the fly, but it's absolutely not taking itself seriously and it isn't too intrusive with some jokes here and there.”
“Game has a few surprises here and there but its story is pretty much just a meme, take it for what you will.”
- humor65 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with many reviewers highlighting its quirky characters, funny dialogue, and engaging comedic storylines that enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the blend of humor with gameplay mechanics, noting that the lighthearted tone and amusing writing contribute significantly to the game's charm and replayability. While some found the humor to be hit-or-miss, the majority agree that it adds substantial value to the game, making it a delightful and entertaining experience.
“The characters are funny and quirky, and the heroine is an especially fun character in my opinion.”
“Goofy, lovable characters and only the highest-quality funny writing that, oddly enough, leads to a coherent story.”
“Amazing soundtracks and fun bullet hell with a slice of full comedy dialog and funny stuff.”
- graphics34 mentions
- 32 % positive mentions
- 59 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are characterized by a retro pixel art style that some players find charming, while others criticize it for being outdated and inconsistent due to multiple artistic influences. Despite the lack of modern graphical options and a somewhat clunky presentation, the color palette and expressive character designs are generally well-received, contributing to the game's unique aesthetic. Overall, while the visuals may not be cutting-edge, they complement the gameplay and music, creating an enjoyable experience for many players.
“The gameplay is good, the story is epic, and the art style is cool!”
“A charming soundtrack that, along with the graphics and the rhythm-based shots, gives the game a truly unique feel.”
“Graphically, the game's seen a clear improvement.”
“A choice was made to use obsolete, decades-old retro pixel art as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
“There's no option to change the resolution and no useful graphics tweaks.”
“While this is on PC, it has all the hallmarks and deficiencies of a console game, from the clunkier than needed control scheme to the less than cutting-edge graphics.”
- replayability20 mentions
- 55 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
Overall, the game is praised for its high replayability, particularly due to its engaging mechanics, speedrunning potential, and multiple endings. While some players note that it is short and could benefit from additional modes or difficulty settings, the fun and charm of the game make it a worthwhile experience for completionists and casual players alike. However, a few reviews express skepticism about its long-term replay value, suggesting that it may not be a significant time investment beyond initial playthroughs.
“Extremely fun and super replayable due to how easy it is to speedrun; Yuuto is so overpowered, but it's so awesome just obliterating things; chaos is nice.”
“What I can say about this game is that each component of it is meant to keep you constantly engaged with how the numerous systems are stacked upon each other (quick movement, rhythm-based shooting, reflection and timing, etc.). In that regard, Ledgehop does it well that before you know it, you're too caught up in the velocity you've actually finished the game, which has a very reasonable length for its price, albeit with extremely high replay value.”
“It's short, it only took me an hour on the first playthrough and 20 on my current best run, but it's replayable; I always want to get a better personal best.”
“Perhaps the biggest downside to this game is that I don't think I can argue for its replayability.”
“Not a whole lot of replayability other than speedrunning.”
“Little to no replay value.”
- character development10 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
Overall, the character development in the game is praised for its depth and uniqueness, with many players appreciating the distinct styles and personalities of the characters. While some reviews note that the designs could use minor improvements, the writing and gameplay complement the character designs effectively, making for an enjoyable experience. Chizuru, in particular, stands out as a well-received main character.
“The character development was amazing and in depth.”
“Character design itself is pretty damn good, with each one sporting a unique style and personality.”
“I like the character designs and writing a lot and the gameplay is really fun, would recommend.”
“The character designs could use some polishing, but Chizuru herself looks like a decent main character.”
“The character designs were pretty alright for what they were and served their purpose.”
“If you're familiar with Touhou, some character designs may be familiar.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that Gamemaker Studio is often associated with the creation of low-effort, retro-style games that are perceived as cash grabs, suggesting a negative view of its monetization practices.
“Gamemaker Studio is most commonly used to make retro pixel shovelware and cash grabs.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is engaging and enjoyable, enhanced by a fun, cheesy anime girl storyline that draws players in.
“The cheesy anime girl story is fun and immerses me in the atmosphere.”
“The haunting soundtrack perfectly complements the eerie visuals, creating an unforgettable atmosphere.”
“The richly detailed environments and ambient sounds draw you into a world that feels alive.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Overall, while the game experiences some minor glitches and stability issues, many users still find it enjoyable and recommend it.
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
“I experienced constant lag and frame drops, which ruined the overall experience.”
“There are numerous bugs that disrupt gameplay, leading to frustrating moments.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its fantastic music and a charmingly goofy yet wholesome story, which together create a heartwarming experience for players.
“The composers did a fantastic job with the music, creating an emotional atmosphere that perfectly complements the goofy yet wholesome story.”
“The characters' journeys are deeply moving, making you feel a range of emotions from joy to sadness.”
“The game's narrative pulls at your heartstrings, leaving a lasting impact long after you've finished playing.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has been criticized for consistently running at a low 24 fps, which detracts from its otherwise engaging mechanics, art, and story. Players feel that improved performance, ideally at 60 fps, could elevate it to one of their favorites.
“I really wish it didn't run at a poor 24 fps at all times. All the great mechanics get lost when the game looks like a slideshow. If it ran at 60 fps, it would be one of my favorite games. The art is great, the music is fantastic, and the story is funny and engaging, so it's really sad that the bad performance halts the whole experience.”
“The optimization is terrible; I constantly experience frame drops and stuttering, which ruins the immersion. It's frustrating because the game has so much potential, but the technical issues make it hard to enjoy.”
“I was excited to play, but the optimization is a mess. The game lags frequently, and the loading times are excessive. It feels like the developers didn't prioritize performance, which is disappointing.”
