Sycamore Free
- November 22, 2022
- [untitledDev]
Get on SteamFind the hidden levels, collect all the coins, or play with friends in Sycamore Free, the Free to Play version of a 3D platformer under development based around quick, fast-paced movement where you will race to the end of a level and compete in leaderboard times with players from around the world! Features - Responsive platforming controls - Multiple level biomes - Multiplayer - Minigames - Diffi…
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features fun and relaxing gameplay, making it enjoyable for players.
- The minigames in the extras menu are entertaining and add to the overall experience.
- The game has potential and a cozy feel, with players expressing excitement for the full version.
- The demo is very short, with only six levels that can be completed quickly, leaving players wanting more.
- Multiplayer is inactive, making it difficult to find others to play with, and the game feels empty.
- There are numerous bugs and issues with controls, making the gameplay frustrating and unintuitive.
- music2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The lobby music has received praise for being engaging and enjoyable, while other aspects of the game's music have been criticized for being depressing and contributing to a slow and uninteresting gameplay experience.
“Bro, why is the lobby music so catchy? | (• ◡•)| (❍ᴥ❍ʋ)”
“The music is depressing and the gameplay is slow and uninteresting.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game is generally viewed as poor, with users acknowledging the concept as promising but criticizing its execution in terms of performance.
“It is a good idea, but the performance is lacking.”
“The game has potential, but the optimization issues ruin the experience.”
“Despite its interesting concept, the optimization is severely flawed.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The graphics initially receive negative feedback, but players often find that they grow accustomed to them over time and eventually develop a fondness for the style.
“The graphics are bad at the start, but you get used to them and start to like them.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users express frustration over stability issues, particularly highlighting that new content often comes with glitches and that essential settings should not be restricted by a paywall. Overall, there is a call for improved stability and quality in the game's updates.
“I still think settings shouldn't be locked behind a paywall, nor should new content be added without addressing the existing glitches.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
“I've encountered numerous bugs that disrupt gameplay, and the stability issues are frustrating.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users express concerns about the lack of clear information regarding essential gameplay settings, such as sensitivity adjustments and button bindings, which are crucial for a tailored gaming experience.
“I didn't see anything indicating that, although a player can adjust vital gameplay settings like sensitivity and button bindings.”
“The gameplay mechanics are intuitive and allow for a seamless experience.”
“The controls are responsive, making it easy to execute complex maneuvers.”
“I didn't see anything indicating that settings vital for gameplay, like sensitivity and button bindings, are customizable.”
“The gameplay feels clunky and unresponsive, making it frustrating to enjoy.”
“There are too many bugs that disrupt the gameplay experience, leading to frequent crashes.”
