Super Ledgehop: Double Laser
- November 16, 2018
- LAME Dimension
- 69h median play time
"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.
Reviews
- The game features unique mechanics, combining rhythm-based shooting with bullet hell gameplay, which is both fun and engaging.
- The art style and character designs are charming, and the humor in the dialogue adds to the overall enjoyment of the game.
- At its low price point, the game offers great value with a solid soundtrack and replayability, making it a worthwhile purchase.
- The game suffers from a lack of polish in level design and can feel cluttered, making it difficult to navigate at times.
- Some mechanics, like the absorb and reflect features, can be confusing and poorly explained, leading to frustration during gameplay.
- The story is simplistic and may not resonate with all players, feeling more like a collection of memes than a coherent narrative.
- gameplay286 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally praised for its fun and engaging mechanics, particularly the unique bullet absorption and rhythm-based shooting elements, which add depth and strategy to the experience. While some players noted issues with polish and the integration of narrative elements, the overall consensus is that the game offers a satisfying and addictive bullet hell experience, especially considering its low price point. However, some players found the mechanics could be overwhelming or poorly explained, suggesting room for improvement in future iterations.
“The gameplay is good, the story is epic, and the art style is cool!”
“The gameplay is quite fun, and can be addicting (very speedrun-able).”
“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.”
- music162 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 41 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many players praising its catchy and unique soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. The integration of rhythm-based mechanics, where players shoot to the beat, adds an engaging layer to the gameplay, although some noted occasional syncing issues. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature, elevating the game's charm and fun factor significantly.
“The music is amazing and the rhythm mechanic works perfectly with it.”
“5/5 music: the music in this game is utter beauty, every track is catchy and unique and fits the tone of the situation well.”
“The soundtrack is clearly a strong part of the game, and fits the stages well.”
“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 kinda arbitrary and not fun.”
“The music was okay I think, I honestly can't really remember it, but it didn't really grab me.”
- story130 mentions
- 35 % positive mentions
- 62 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The story is characterized as charming and quirky, often described as silly and nonsensical, yet engaging enough to keep players entertained. Many reviewers appreciate the humor and lovable characters, noting that while the plot may lack depth and coherence, it complements the gameplay well. Overall, the narrative is seen as a fun, lighthearted experience that enhances the game's appeal, despite its brevity and occasional absurdity.
“The story is surprisingly poignant and searing despite its outwardly fun and irreverent nature.”
“A charming story worth the dollar and hour of time spent on it.”
“The story is silly, but takes itself seriously enough that I was still compelled by the various idiosyncrasies of the characters.”
“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.”
- humor124 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised for its quirky characters, funny dialogue, and engaging comedic storytelling, making it a standout feature that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the blend of silliness and charm, with many noting that the humor contributes significantly to the game's appeal, even if it may not resonate with everyone. Overall, the game's lighthearted tone and comedic elements are seen as a major draw, particularly for those who enjoy indie titles.
“Goofy, lovable characters and only the highest-quality funny writing that, oddly enough, leads to a coherent story.”
“Super cute and funny, the gameplay is fast-paced and a ton of fun.”
“The writing was pretty funny, and an overall good time.”
- graphics58 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 64 % neutral mentions
- 5 % 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 lacking resolution options. The art style varies significantly due to multiple artists contributing, leading to frequent transitions that can be jarring. Overall, while the visuals may not be cutting-edge, they are often described as cute and fitting, enhancing the game's unique feel and humor.
“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.”
- replayability38 mentions
- 53 % positive mentions
- 37 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The game is generally praised for its high replayability, particularly appealing to speedrunners and completionists due to its engaging mechanics and short playtime. While some users note a lack of additional modes or difficulty settings that could enhance replay value, many agree that the game's charm and fun factor make it worth revisiting. Overall, it offers a satisfying experience for those looking to improve their performance or explore different strategies, despite a few dissenting opinions on its long-term replay potential.
“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.), and 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.”
“The game is pretty short, but it's absolutely worth the dollar, mechanics are great, there's a ton of replay value, and it's just a fun time all around.”
“After that, this game is great for budding speedrunners or completionists, as the game is highly replayable, pushing you to figure out better strategies (or cheats).”
“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 development16 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 31 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
Overall, the character development is praised for its depth and uniqueness, with many reviewers highlighting the strong writing and appealing designs. While some characters, particularly Chizuru, stand out positively, there are suggestions for further refinement in the character designs. The gameplay is also noted as enjoyable, complementing the character experience.
“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.”
- monetization2 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 prioritize profit over quality, leading to a perception of it being a platform for "shovelware" and cash grabs.
“Gamemaker Studio is most commonly used to make retro pixel shovelware and cash grabs.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is engaging and enjoyable, largely driven by the fun and whimsical nature of the cheesy anime girl story, which effectively immerses players in the experience.
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, while the game experiences some minor glitches and stability issues, many users still find it enjoyable and recommend it.
- optimization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has been criticized for consistently running at a low 24 fps, which detracts significantly from the overall experience despite its engaging mechanics, art, and music. Many 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.”