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Super Steampunk Pinball 2D

65%Game Brain Score
music, humor
graphics, gameplay
65% User Score Based on 62 reviews

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"Super Steampunk Pinball 2D" is a pinball game with hi-bit sprite graphics and a thumpin' chiptune soundtrack. It features over 100 unique bonus round mini-stages, 20 stickers to collect, and local multiplayer. The game boasts adorable steampunk aesthetics, multiple difficulties, and a theoretically infinite bonus stage. Experience the fun with 2 flippers and 1 ball, while competing on the local highscore table.

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Super Steampunk Pinball 2D screenshot
Super Steampunk Pinball 2D screenshot
Super Steampunk Pinball 2D screenshot
Super Steampunk Pinball 2D screenshot
Super Steampunk Pinball 2D screenshot

65%
Audience ScoreBased on 62 reviews
music7 positive mentions
story2 negative mentions
  • The game has a charming retro aesthetic and soundtrack that appeals to fans of classic pinball.
  • It offers a simple yet engaging gameplay experience, making it a fun time-waster for casual players.
  • The bonus stage provides a unique twist, allowing players to climb for points in a procedurally generated environment.
  • There is only one pinball table, which can lead to a lack of variety and depth in gameplay.
  • The physics and controls can feel unresponsive and unrealistic, detracting from the overall experience.
  • Many players found the game boring and lacking in content, with some describing it as a poor execution of a pinball simulator.
  • graphics
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game evoke a nostalgic retro aesthetic, reminiscent of classic arcade and NES titles, with a mix of pixelated visuals that some players find charming and others deem outdated or poorly executed. While the game features a unique steampunk theme and is accessible on lower-end hardware, opinions vary widely on the quality of the art and camera angles, with some praising its simplicity and others criticizing it as lacking sophistication. Overall, the enjoyment of the graphics seems closely tied to individual preferences for retro styles versus modern design sensibilities.

    • “I love the classic pixelated graphics and honestly the novelty of it is simply breathtaking.”
    • “The aesthetic is cool, feels like an old style arcade or NES type game.”
    • “Combine that with beautifully designed graphics and a great soundtrack that both harken back to the 8-bit era, and you end up with a very charming game.”
    • “Bad camera angle, graphics look like they are from the mid 90's.”
    • “The developer here does not understand this, and because of a sharp deficiency in basic game development capability, chose hideous retro pixel graphics, defeating the purpose of the entire exercise.”
    • “On top of the ugly retro graphics, we have fixed resolution, terrible art, completely nonsensical steampunk theme (who asked for that?).”
  • music
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its nostalgic 8-bit chiptune style, effectively complementing the steampunk theme and enhancing the overall gameplay experience. While some players note occasional jarring breaks from the 8-bit convention, the joyful soundtracks and sound effects are generally well-received, making it appealing to both old-school gamers and fans of pixel art. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a strong aspect of the game, contributing to its charm and engagement.

    • “Pros: interesting and challenging modes, good music and theming.”
    • “This is a solid game with some nice surprises and a great 8-bit-ish soundtrack.”
    • “Combine that with beautifully designed graphics and a great soundtrack that both harken back to the 8-bit era, and you end up with a very charming game.”
    • “As far as the special effects and music, they work just fine, though the breaks from the 8-bit convention are pretty jarring.”
    • “The soundtracks remind me of 'Revenge of the Gator' on Game Boy.”
    • “While the music and sounds are joyful 8-bit tracks fitting the steampunk theme, they can feel repetitive over time.”
  • gameplay
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it boring due to uninteresting tables and poor physics, while others appreciate the solid mechanics and engaging retro pinball experience. The game is noted for its low price point and is considered a fun, casual time-waster, with no significant bugs reported.

    • “The mechanics are solid and it feels like pinball.”
    • “The low price point and simple but engaging gameplay makes this game a fun little time waster when all you have is a few minutes to spare.”
    • “The soundtrack and gameplay are good and no bugs found so far.”
    • “Boring tables with bad physics and unfair gameplay.”
    • “Aside from that, the game is like every other pinball game in terms of mechanics.”
    • “Retro gameplay.”
  • story
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is centered around a ball's quest to defy gravity, serving as a metaphor for the universe's entropic decay. However, the absence of missions or goals significantly diminishes the narrative depth, leading some players to feel that the experience lacks sufficient substance to justify its cost.

    • “Witness one ball's quest to defy gravity in this action-packed metaphor for the inevitable entropic decay of the universe.”
    • “A lack of missions/goals during play further reduces the depth offered to players.”
    • “There are no missions, there is no story, it's just not enough to pay money for.”
  • humor
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is highlighted by its quirky elements, including a broken achievement that adds an unexpected comedic twist.

    • “Also, hilariously, one of the achievements is broken.”
  • grinding
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players note that collecting all the stickers awarded during the bonus rounds can lead to a somewhat grindy experience, requiring significant time and effort to complete.

    • “Collecting all the stickers can become quite grindy, especially during the bonus rounds.”
    • “The grinding required to level up feels tedious and repetitive.”
    • “The game forces you into endless grinding to unlock new content, which can be frustrating.”

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