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  • November 28, 2017

Take the Cake

39%Game Brain Score
gameplay, graphics
56% User Score Based on 16 reviews
Critic Score 45%Based on 1 reviews

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Take back Frank’s stolen cake from evil robots by navigating neon-lit worlds filled with puzzles, obstacles, and electronic music.

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56%
Audience ScoreBased on 17 reviews
graphics3 negative mentions
  • The game features a quirky and fun premise with engaging puzzles that progressively increase in difficulty, providing a satisfying experience for players who enjoy testing their logic and creativity.
  • The lighthearted vibe and unique concept keep the gameplay fresh and entertaining, making it a decent distraction for casual gamers.
  • The mechanics are well-designed, allowing players to manipulate size and gravity, which adds variety to the gameplay and keeps it interesting.
  • The game is criticized for being overpriced, especially considering its simplistic visuals and basic gameplay, which some feel do not justify the current price tag.
  • Many players find the puzzles to be too easy and lacking in challenge, leading to a perception that the game is a waste of time.
  • The game suffers from a lack of content and replayability, making it feel more like a mobile game aimed at casual players rather than a robust platformer experience.
  • gameplay
    15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is a mixed bag, with some players finding the instructions challenging to understand, while others appreciate the innovative mechanics that evolve throughout the game, keeping it fresh and engaging. The integration of tutorial elements into the gameplay is well-received, and the variety of environments and puzzles adds depth. Overall, while not universally praised, many players find the gameplay enjoyable and commend the clever mechanics that enhance the experience.

    • “As you progress through the game, the mechanics continue to change to keep things fresh and fun, and it's not just a repetitive run and jump game.”
    • “The game begins with the first few levels helping to teach you the basic gameplay; instead of having to play a tutorial, the game merged the tutorial with the gameplay, which I do like.”
    • “I have really enjoyed my time playing 'Take the Cake'; the gameplay surpassed my expectations in so many ways.”
    • “Gameplay is okay but not amazing.”
    • “I almost passed up reviewing this title when I learned that its gameplay was dependent on colors.”
    • “The primary mechanics being that you can grow or shrink in size and your feet are conditionally sticky.”
  • graphics
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's graphics are described as simple and bare-bones, featuring vibrant neon visuals that enhance the experience without being overwhelming. While the visuals and soundtrack are elementary, they do not detract from the overall enjoyment of the gameplay. However, the lack of customizable graphics options and a more engaging story may limit its appeal to a broader audience.

    • “The vibrant neon graphics do not overpower the game.”
    • “+ pleasant neon graphics”
    • “The game works in full screen, but controls are fixed and there's no graphics modes, which should be standard for every PC game.”
    • “While the puzzle difficulty and variety is well done, I doubt that the graphics, story, and world-building are likely to capture very many players' interest.”
    • “Very bare bones; simple graphics, simple puzzles, simple story.”
  • music
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is characterized by a soothing electronic soundtrack that complements its light and stealthy gameplay, enhancing the overall experience without being overwhelming. While some users note the simplicity of the visuals and soundtrack, they still find it enjoyable and fitting for the game's atmosphere.

    • “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
    • “A very interesting stealth game, quite light; the soundtrack is very suitable for this game, and I always liked electronic music. I also can't help but note the excellent physics in the game. I advise you to buy it.”
    • “It has very simple visuals and quite an elementary soundtrack, but that wouldn't prevent you from having some enjoyable time playing it.”
    • “The electronic soundtrack is soothing and not overbearing, while still being fitting for the game.”
  • story
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story is characterized by a moral about perseverance in the face of adversity, but overall, it is considered simplistic and lacking depth. Players encounter a basic narrative involving a smoky blob on a quest to retrieve stolen cake from enigmatic robots, which may not engage many due to its minimalistic approach to graphics and world-building.

    • “Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
    • “While the puzzle difficulty and variety is well done, I doubt that the graphics, story, and world-building are likely to capture very many players' interest.”
    • “Very bare bones; simple graphics, simple puzzles, simple story.”
    • “The player character is a smoky blob who is on a quest to retrieve stolen cake from robots of mysterious origin.”
  • stability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users report that the game exhibits excellent stability, with no bugs, glitches, or unexpected gameplay issues, contributing to a smooth gaming experience.

    • “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
    • “I experienced constant lag and frame drops, which ruined the immersion.”
    • “There are numerous bugs that disrupt the gameplay experience.”

45%Critics’ scoreBased on 1 critic reviews

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