The Floor Is Really Cheap Lava

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The Floor Is Really Cheap Lava is a single player casual racing game. It was developed by Congo Jungle Games and was released on February 15, 2019. It received positive reviews from players.

Avoid randomly placed lava squares as you move faster and faster down 'The Floor of Lava'.

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Single-Player

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87%

Audience ScoreBased on 85 reviews

humor3 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

The game is fun, addictive, and a great time killer, perfect for short play sessions.
It features a variety of achievements and customization options that enhance the gameplay experience.
The graphics and sound design, while simple, contribute to an engaging atmosphere.

The game can be frustratingly difficult and has issues with hit detection, leading to random deaths.
There are many microtransactions, which detracts from the overall experience.
Some players find the music annoying and the gameplay repetitive after a short period.

music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
28%
43%
The music in the game has received mixed reviews; while some players find it enjoyable and fitting for the gameplay, others feel it doesn't resonate with their tastes and can even induce anxiety. Overall, it adds to the experience, but opinions on its quality vary significantly among users.
- “Still, the music is cool and it’s in early access and if you’re into these types of games it’s great fun!”
- “Fun, easy to play, addictive and the music is nice!”
- “The achievements are a little grindy (ideally you should be able to finish in 1-2 hours) and the music choices were not my cup of tea.”
- “The music really makes me anxious.”
- “But the music still tries to make me make a mistake.”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
20%
60%
The game's story is largely considered minimal or non-existent, with some players likening it to a gameplay experience focused more on mechanics than narrative, similar to "Temple Run." However, a few users appreciate the epic nature of the story, indicating that it can still engage players despite its simplicity.
- “Epic story.”
- “This game has no story.”
- “It's like playing Temple Run for the story.”
- “I knew what to expect, but the quest for achievements got the better of me this time.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The graphics in the game have received largely negative feedback, with users noting that they are a significant area for improvement. While the overall gameplay is appreciated, many feel that enhancing the graphics is essential for a better experience, with one user rating them as low as 1/10.
- “Overall, the game is good, but the main thing you should work on is improving the graphics and making them smoother.”
- “Graphics: 1/10”
- “Graphics don't matter in this game.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the game's humor, highlighting it as a standout feature that contributes positively to the overall experience.
- “This game is hilarious! The humor is spot on and keeps me laughing throughout.”
- “I love the witty dialogue and clever jokes; they really add to the overall experience.”
- “The comedic timing in this game is fantastic, making even the simplest moments entertaining.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
100%
The game's replayability is highly polarized, with some players finding it infinitely replayable, while others rate it as a complete zero, indicating a lack of incentive to play again. This suggests a significant divide in player experience regarding the game's long-term engagement.
- “Infinitely replayable.”
- “The replay value is outstanding, offering countless hours of enjoyment.”
- “Replay value: 0/10”
- “The game lacks any meaningful incentives to play again.”
- “Once you finish the story, there's little reason to return.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
67%
The gameplay has received mixed feedback, with some players finding it boring and grindy, while others appreciate the introduction of new mechanics that enhance the experience. Overall, the gameplay is polarizing, with ratings reflecting a significant divide in player enjoyment.
- “The new mechanics added are fantastic!”
- “The gameplay is incredibly engaging and keeps you on your toes.”
- “I love how the controls feel responsive and intuitive.”
- “Other than that, I felt irritated by the grind and found the general gameplay to be boring.”
- “Gameplay: 1/10”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, users report significant improvements in performance, indicating that the game's optimization has been effectively enhanced.
- “The performance has gotten much better.”
- “The game runs smoothly now, with significantly improved frame rates.”
- “I've noticed a huge difference in load times after the latest optimization update.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization strategy of the game is criticized for being overly reliant on microtransactions, leading users to perceive it as a low-quality mobile game. Additionally, players feel misled by advertisements that promised features, such as "evil kangaroos," that were not present in the game.
- “Cheap, too many microtransactions; it feels like just a phone game.”
- “The ads lied; there are no evil kangaroos!”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessive and unenjoyable, with some achievements requiring a significant time investment to complete. While the initial appeal may be present, the overall difficulty and repetitive nature of the grinding detract from the experience.
- “The achievements are a little grindy; ideally, you should be able to finish in 1-2 hours, and the music choices were not my cup of tea.”
- “While it might seem fun, it is beyond difficult, grindy, and just not enjoyable.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game has been widely criticized for its instability, with users reporting numerous bugs that detract from the overall experience. Many find it surprising that such a seemingly simple game could be plagued by so many issues.
- “I don't know how anybody has managed to make something so simple so buggy.”
- “Real buggy game.”