SuperMash
- January 13, 2021
- Digital Continue
An Exercise in apathy, neither solid nor liquid. Not exactly bad, but not very good either. Just a bit 'meh,' really.
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Reviews
- The game features a unique mechanic that combines different retro genres, creating a fresh and interesting gameplay experience.
- Visually appealing with great designs and nice music, making it enjoyable to play for short bursts.
- Offers a high level of replayability due to the vast combinations of genres and the randomness of the generated games.
- The game suffers from significant bugs and glitches that can hinder gameplay and make certain missions unbeatable.
- The user interface is poorly designed, making navigation and understanding quests frustrating.
- Many players find the gameplay repetitive and lacking depth after trying all available genres.
- story8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is a mixed bag, with some players appreciating the unique backstories for each auto-generated game and the engaging quests that keep them coming back. However, many criticize the user interface for failing to track completed tasks, leading to frustration when players feel punished by the game's randomness. Overall, while the concept is intriguing, execution issues detract from the overall narrative experience.
“I've played it for a few hours and the story has me coming back for more!”
“A unique touch I saw was each auto-generated game has its own little backstory for why you're playing the 'game' like every video game.”
“I see lots of people complaining that the games are way too random, but that's the charm; maybe your mission is to rescue someone who happens to be on the next screen, completing the game in 5 seconds.”
“The story quests cannot tell when you've already done something in the journal.”
“I should not be getting punished because the game's RNG decided to put me ahead of part of the storyline.”
“A really cool idea marred by a really terrible UI and lackluster story.”
- stability6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's stability is marred by a mix of intentional glitches and real bugs, which can make gameplay frustrating and sometimes unbeatable. While some players appreciate the casual fun it offers, the frequent glitches and limited game types detract from the overall experience. Despite these issues, many still find it enjoyable as a time killer, suggesting that it may be worth waiting for a discount before purchasing.
“Plus, there is a fundamental problem of glitches (these are random modifiers to the game) making games unbeatable 100% of the time they show up.”
“Update: after giving it a fair shake, it's also tremendously buggy and has too few game types.”
“Also, the game has bugs (glitches are a game feature, but I'm talking about real bugs), but nothing too big.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised, with many recommending the deluxe edition for its enhanced soundtrack. Players express a desire for the developers to expand the music selection by incorporating more genres in future updates.
“The music is really nice, which leads me to recommend getting the deluxe edition.”
“To the devs, I hope you continue to nurture this project and add more genres to choose from in the future, more music and whatnot.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The gameplay features an innovative mechanic that combines retro genres to create new experiences, offering initial fun and creativity. However, players find it becomes repetitive and dull once all genres have been explored.
“This game has a really fun mechanic where you take retro genres and 'smash' them together to create a new genre.”
“The gameplay is incredibly engaging, with a perfect balance of challenge and reward that keeps you coming back for more.”
“I love how the controls are intuitive, making it easy to pick up and play, yet there are enough layers of complexity to keep it interesting.”
“The gameplay is repetitive and boring after you've tried all the genres.”
“The controls feel clunky and unresponsive, making it frustrating to play.”
“There are too many bugs that disrupt the gameplay experience.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are highly praised for their appealing visuals and impressive designs, contributing to an overall positive aesthetic experience.
“The graphics are stunning, with incredibly detailed environments and character designs.”
“The visuals are breathtaking, showcasing vibrant colors and smooth animations.”
“The art style is unique and captivating, making every scene a visual delight.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players generally find the game to have high replayability, noting that each session offers a unique experience that encourages them to return for more.
“This game has a lot of replay value, and each playthrough feels unique and engaging.”
“Every time I play, I discover something new, making it a game I want to revisit again and again.”
“The variety of choices and outcomes ensures that no two games are ever the same.”
