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TROUBLE JUICE

95%Game Brain Score
gameplay, music
story, optimization
95% User Score Based on 113 reviews

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"Trouble Juice" is a side-scrolling shooter roguelike set in a universe-spanning TV show tournament. Gain abilities, upgrade your gun and mobility, and earn a place in the galaxy's hall of fame. Shooting the Juice Guy provides health, but he won't forget your actions. Each character has a special ability that uses the stamina bar, making for a unique gameplay experience.

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95%
Audience ScoreBased on 113 reviews
gameplay13 positive mentions
story2 negative mentions
  • Fast-paced and addictive gameplay with smooth controls and a unique screen-warping mechanic.
  • The Achievement Bingo system adds a fun and engaging layer of replayability, encouraging players to experiment with different characters and upgrades.
  • Charming visuals and humorous character designs contribute to an enjoyable and light-hearted gaming experience.
  • Limited content with only a few levels, bosses, and enemy types, leading to repetitive gameplay after a short time.
  • Some gameplay mechanics, like the power-up system, feel unbalanced or underdeveloped, resulting in less strategic depth.
  • Minor bugs and performance issues can detract from the overall experience, especially during boss fights.
  • gameplay
    20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is widely praised for its smooth controls, fast-paced battles, and unique mechanics like screen wrapping and a karma system, making it both fun and addictive. Players appreciate the balance of challenge, with many noting that while it can be easy, the variety of character mechanics and upgrade choices keep it engaging. Overall, the game offers a delightful experience with colorful graphics and a quirky charm that enhances the gameplay.

    • “The gameplay is smooth and reliable; I never felt like it was 'the game's fault' when I died or got damaged.”
    • “I also think the gimmick of not being able to fall off the map but instead teleporting to the other side of where you fell off is quite original and fun, and it brings an interesting mechanic to the table.”
    • “The fast-paced run and gun gameplay kept me on edge and got me in the flow very quickly.”
    • “Gameplay?”
    • “---{ gameplay }---”
    • “☐ it's just gameplay”
  • music
    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its catchiness and ability to enhance the overall experience, with many reviewers noting its addictive quality and strong soundtrack. However, some players feel that the intense music can be overwhelming when played continuously, even in menus. Overall, the combination of engaging gameplay and a well-crafted musical score contributes significantly to the game's appeal.

    • “It's got fast-paced gameplay, weird (but lovely) art and music, slick controls and a few cool gameplay features that go off the beaten path.”
    • “The music is simple but addicting and you can replay the game with each character mastering their abilities and unlocking their stories.”
    • “Music?”
    • “The soundtrack loops well and is very catchy, while the pixel-art graphics are charming and have a special flavor of originality to them.”
  • graphics
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's graphics are praised for their vibrant colors and memorable art style, enhancing the addictive gameplay and fast-paced action. The charming pixel-art adds a unique originality, contributing to an engaging overall experience.

    • “I love the game's art style; it's very memorable.”
    • “Its fast-paced side-scrolling action, coupled with vibrant graphics, keeps you engaged from start to finish.”
    • “The soundtrack loops well and is very catchy, while the pixel-art graphics are charming and have a special flavor of originality to them.”
  • humor
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is widely praised, with players enjoying the funny characters, engaging backstories, and witty dialogue that enhance the fast-paced gameplay. The combination of humor with unique mechanics, like the bingo feature, adds to the overall charm and entertainment value of the experience.

    • “Loved the fast-paced battles, the upgrade choices, the humor, and the bingo mechanic.”
    • “The movement, the shooting, the bosses, and the funny short stories.”
    • “The fast pace, the funny characters, the variety of enemies, and the juice!”
  • replayability
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is praised for its high replayability, largely due to its creative bingo achievement system and the variability of abilities and room generation, which ensure that each playthrough feels fresh and engaging. Players consistently highlight the fun factor and the diverse experiences offered in each run, contributing to its overall replay value.

    • “And the bingo achievement system is the most creative game system I've seen in a while, giving the game tons of replayability value.”
    • “The different abilities can help or hinder your progression depending on the room generated, and how you handle the various characters; this culminates in a very fresh experience each run, allowing for high replayability.”
    • “The game is generally fun and very replayable.”
  • story
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game features a minimalistic approach to storytelling, allowing players to dive straight into the action without the burden of a complex narrative or intricate systems. Overall, it is characterized as a fun and light experience with little to no emphasis on story.

    • “Fun, light game that lets you jump right into the action without a heavy story or complicated systems to figure out.”
    • “No story.”
  • optimization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game experiences performance issues, particularly during the final boss fight, which may affect the overall gameplay experience.

    • “Runs into a few performance issues, mainly when fighting the final boss.”
  • character development
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development is enhanced by dynamic and engaging character design, which contributes to a more immersive and compelling narrative experience.

    • “The character development is incredibly deep, allowing players to form a genuine connection with each character.”
    • “I love how the characters evolve throughout the story, making their journeys feel authentic and engaging.”
    • “The intricate backstories and personal growth of each character add layers to the gameplay experience.”
  • grinding
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players express that the grinding aspect of the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of effort akin to having a second life to fully engage with it.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
    • “I spent hours grinding, and it still feels like I'm nowhere.”
  • stability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users report that the game runs smoothly on the Steam Deck, indicating a high level of stability across this platform.

    • “And it runs great on Steam Deck!”
    • “The game maintains a steady frame rate, even during intense action sequences.”
    • “I haven't experienced any crashes or bugs, which makes for a smooth gaming experience.”

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