Time Surfer

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Time Surfer is a single player arcade platformer game. It received very positive reviews from players.

Time Surfer is a single-player platformer that challenges players to cheat death by rewinding time as the universe’s end chases them. Featuring good game mechanics, delightful visuals, and masterful music, it delivers an engaging, fast-paced experience. Navigate through vibrant levels while mastering time manipulation to survive.

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Single-Player

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92%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,060 reviews

music49 positive mentions

stability6 negative mentions

Catchy music and good graphics enhance the overall gameplay experience.
The game is fun and challenging, with lots of unlockable characters and outfits.
No ads and minimal memory usage make it a great time killer.

Some missions, like grinding planets without landing, are broken or too difficult.
There are bugs that cause text to become unreadable or achievements to not register.
The gameplay can feel repetitive and luck-based, leading to frustrating moments.

music
66 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
74%
21%
5%
The music in the game is widely praised for its catchiness and quality, with many players describing the soundtrack as a standout feature that enhances the overall gameplay experience. Reviewers note that the music is so engaging that it often distracts from other activities, making it difficult to play in the background. Despite some technical issues reported by a few users regarding music playback, the overwhelming consensus is that the soundtrack is fantastic and significantly contributes to the game's appeal.
- “The music, the fast pace, and how well the time mechanic works with the gameplay all come together to form a near-perfect experience.”
- “I downloaded this game to be an idle game I play in the background with the sound off while listening to a podcast, but the music is so good I can't do that.”
- “The soundtrack is a ridiculous earworm that I could not get out of my brain.”
- “Music also doesn't seem to want to play although sound effects do.”
- “It runs fine, but no matter what I do, it will not play the music.”
- “Sound effects play, but no music.”
graphics
57 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
20%
5%
Overall, the graphics in this game have received high praise for their vibrant art styles, smooth animations, and nostalgic pixel art. Many users appreciate the combination of beautiful visuals with engaging gameplay, noting that the graphics enhance the overall experience without being cluttered or distracting. The aesthetic appeal, along with the absence of intrusive ads, contributes to a compelling and enjoyable gaming atmosphere.
- “With pretty, simple pixel art graphics and clear game mechanics that make you feel like every new best score improves you, this game tickles all the right spots.”
- “The graphics are amazing and the frames are on point; I would download the game if I were you.”
- “Fantastic twist on the endless runner theme - blazing fast, psychedelic graphics, stunning music, missions, unlockables, this game has it all.”
- “With surreal graphics and pixelated animation, this game brings me down to a pseudo-nostalgia and places me into a wonderful gameplay.”
- “Very low graphics.”
- “Pretty visuals, repetitive gameplay that doesn't get stale quickly.”
gameplay
50 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
68%
26%
6%
The gameplay is widely praised for its engaging mechanics, beautiful graphics, and catchy soundtrack, creating a fun and immersive experience. Many players appreciate the unique time-rewinding feature and the balance between casual and challenging elements, though some find the controls frustrating or the gameplay unexciting. Overall, the game is considered a solid choice for those seeking a visually appealing and enjoyable mobile gaming experience.
- “This is what modern mobile gaming needs more of: beautiful and intense OST, fun and innovative game mechanics, awesome graphics, and it isn't riddled with godawful ads.”
- “One of the most consistently fun games to play in my opinion, just the right balance of casual and challenging with gameplay that puts a unique twist on an old trend and provides a satisfying reward while avoiding becoming stale.”
- “The gameplay is amazing and I love the soundtrack.”
- “The game is bad because it tricks you into downloading it and then there is dull gameplay with a button that makes you go backward.”
- “I just didn't like the gameplay; it's not really the kind of game I usually play.”
- “But simplistic gameplay.”
monetization
37 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
8%
35%
The monetization model of the game is highly praised, with users noting the absence of ads and minimal microtransactions, which enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate that the game allows access to core content without aggressive monetization tactics, making it a refreshing alternative in the free-to-play market. Overall, the lack of intrusive ads and the focus on cosmetic purchases contribute to a positive reception.
- “No ads, tons of stuff to unlock and all with amazing music; would recommend.”
- “Plus the monetization doesn't seem to be overly aggressive and looks purely cosmetic.”
- “No ads, not pay to win, can't ask for more.”
- “At this point in time, free-to-play games are riddled with microtransactions and ads, so seeing this game have no ads and very few microtransactions (it's to get more cakes) is soooo relieving.”
- “Really fun yet simple game that does not shove ads or microtransactions down your throat.”
- “Faultless, and there aren't ads and you aren't pushed to buy anything with money.”
story
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
12%
76%
12%
The game's story is described as fascinating and engaging, contributing to a compelling atmosphere enhanced by its graphics and music. However, players have encountered several bugs and frustrating missions that hinder progress, particularly with certain unlockable characters and objectives. Despite these issues, the overall narrative and gameplay experience remain enjoyable and addictive, prompting players to seek further content and updates.
- “Anyway, the gameplay is awesome, the pixel-looking style is cute, the story is fascinating.”
- “What makes it special is the atmosphere created by the devs. The graphics, music, missions, and unlockables all create a compelling, 'one more try,' experience.”
- “I was a big fan of Bean Quest and now we have another great game from this dev!”
- “Is it truly a sad story that this game has gone unupdated for such a long time.”
- “There's an impossible mission too.”
- “When attempting the mission to grind three planets without landing, when you land on another planet it counts as landing, which makes the mission impossible to beat.”
stability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
86%
Overall, users report mixed experiences regarding stability. While some praise the game for running smoothly without bugs or glitches, others experience frequent freezes, particularly after extended playtime. The game's age is noted as a factor contributing to occasional mission bugs, but many still find it enjoyable despite these issues.
- “Very charming game, runs great on my Galaxy Note and doesn't drain the battery.”
- “App freezes fairly often, please fix.”
- “Occasionally freezes for no reason, but otherwise good fun.”
- “However, it freezes unexpectedly at around 10 minutes of playing.”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The game is praised for its impressive replayability, with many players finding it enjoyable enough to return to multiple times. However, some reviewers note that its replay value is somewhat diminished by certain flaws, leading to a mix of fun and repetitiveness. Overall, it is considered a solid choice for those seeking games with high replay potential.
- “If this game would get more content, I have no doubt that it would be just as great, if not better, but even without any future updates, its amazing replayability is another reason it is a game for the ages.”
- “This is a fun game that has a lot of replay value.”
- “However, its replayability suffers from its flaws.”
- “Need more games with replay value of this caliber.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game enjoyable and fast-paced, with a rewarding experience from mastering mechanics like bouncing off asteroids. However, there are notable bugs preventing mission completion related to grinding planets, and while microtransactions exist, they do not hinder progress for regular players. Overall, the grinding is seen as a fun challenge, albeit with some technical issues.
- “Really fun, but there's a bug that won't let you complete the mission of grinding 3 planets without landing.”
- “Fix the bug where you can't complete planet grinding quests.”
- “Despite evil microtransactions, all the items can be bought by regular players too without having to do craploads of grinding.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The optimization of the game is highlighted by the unique costumes that not only stand out visually but also provide various abilities to improve player performance.
- “The costumes look unique and also add different abilities to enhance your performance.”
- “The optimization of character builds allows for a personalized gameplay experience.”
- “I love how the game encourages players to experiment with different strategies for maximum efficiency.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Character development in the game is initially playful and charming, enhanced by appealing design and music. However, as players invest more time and skill, the dynamics shift to a faster-paced experience, suggesting a deeper layer of growth and challenge.
- “The character development is incredibly rich, allowing players to form deep connections with each character as their stories unfold.”
- “I love how the characters evolve throughout the game, each with their own unique arcs that keep you invested in their journeys.”
- “The depth of character customization and growth makes every decision feel impactful, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with users finding it very funny and well-executed, contributing positively to the overall experience.
- “Very funny, great game!”
- “Funny and well done!”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express frustration with the emotional impact of the game, noting that despite their efforts and achievements, they feel a lack of meaningful recognition or reward, which diminishes their overall experience.
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its immersive quality, driven by exceptional graphics, engaging music, and well-designed missions and unlockables, which collectively foster a compelling "one more try" experience.
- “What makes it special is the atmosphere created by the developers. The graphics, music, missions, and unlockables all create a compelling 'one more try' experience.”