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TROUBLE JUICE

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93%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
93% User Score Based on 118 reviews

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About TROUBLE JUICE

TROUBLE JUICE is a single player platformer game with horror and post-apocalyptic themes. It was developed by dietzribi and was released on June 19, 2023. It received very positive reviews from players.

Trouble Juice is a Side Scrolling Shooter Roguelike set in a TV show tournament that is broadcasted across the universe. Use your character's special abilities, and unlock prizes in the Achievement Bingo. Become the ultimate champion and earn your place in the galaxy's hall of fame!

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93%Audience ScoreBased on 118 reviews
gameplay12 positive mentions
story3 negative mentions
  • Fast-paced and addictive gameplay with smooth controls and a unique bingo achievement system that enhances replayability.
  • Charming pixel art and engaging sound design contribute to a fun and immersive experience.
  • Short runs make it perfect for quick gaming sessions, providing a satisfying experience without overstaying its welcome.
  • Lacks content and variety, with only a few levels, bosses, and enemy types, leading to repetitive gameplay.
  • Some technical issues, including minor bugs and performance problems during intense moments.
  • The game may feel simplistic and easy, with little challenge for experienced players, and can be completed in a very short time.

  • gameplay

    21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    57% positive mentions, 29% neutral mentions, 14% negative mentions

    The gameplay is characterized by its snappy, smooth, and addictive nature, featuring fast-paced battles, unique character abilities, and a variety of engaging mechanics like a karma system and screen wrap. Players appreciate the balance of challenge and accessibility, with a focus on upgrades and a fun roguelike structure that encourages mastery. Overall, the gameplay is well-received for its reliability, creativity, and entertaining elements, making it a standout aspect of the game.

    • “The gameplay is snappy, thought through, and somewhat challenging; although if you get the hang of it and get to know the upgrades, it gets easier.”
    • “The gameplay is smooth and reliable; I never felt like it was 'the game's fault' when I died or got damaged.”
    • “The fast-paced run and gun gameplay kept me on edge and got me in the flow very quickly.”
    • “Gameplay involves using character abilities, shooting, and collecting upgrades, all within a lazy, contentless roguelike structure.”
    • “The gameplay is snappy, thought through and somewhat challenging, although if you get the hang of it and get to know the upgrades it gets easier.”
    • “It's just gameplay.”

  • graphics

    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    27% positive mentions, 46% neutral mentions, 27% negative mentions

    The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some players criticizing the use of outdated retro pixel art and lack of resolution options, which detracts from the overall experience on PC. However, others appreciate the vibrant and memorable art style, noting that it complements the addictive gameplay and fast-paced action. Overall, while the graphics may not be cutting-edge, they possess a unique charm that resonates with certain players.

    • “Very addictive gameplay and fun colorful graphics....looking forward to updates/new content!!”
    • “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.”
    • “While this is on PC, it has all the hallmarks and deficiencies of a console game, from the clunky control scheme to the less than cutting-edge graphics.”
    • “A choice was made to use obsolete, decades-old retro pixel art as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
    • “There's no option to change the resolution and no useful graphics tweaks.”

  • music

    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    82% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 18% negative mentions

    The music in the game is widely praised for its catchy and addictive quality, enhancing the overall experience with a fantastic soundtrack that complements the gameplay. While some players appreciate the intense music, others feel it can be overwhelming when played continuously, including during the menu. Overall, the combination of great music and charming pixel-art graphics contributes to the game's unique 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.”

  • replayability

    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players find it highly enjoyable with creative systems like the bingo achievement that enhance replay value, others feel it lacks depth after completing everything. The variability in abilities and room generation contributes to a fresh experience in each run, making it appealing for repeated play.

    • “The game is generally fun and very replayable.”
    • “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.”

  • story

    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    20% positive mentions, 20% neutral mentions, 60% negative mentions

    The game's story is set in a universe-spanning tournament, but it lacks a cohesive plot or level design, relying instead on repetitive procedural generation. While it offers a fun and accessible experience, it does not provide a substantial narrative or depth. Overall, players may find the story minimal or non-existent.

    • “The game's story takes place in a universe-spanning TV show tournament.”
    • “The game features no proper level design or game/story flow/plot, as they opted to try to use samey repetitive procgen algorithms as a substitute for adding such content to the game, to avoid doing the important job of level/map design.”
    • “Fun, light game that lets you jump right into the action without a heavy story or complicated systems to figure out.”
    • “☐ no story”

  • humor

    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The humor in the game is widely praised, with players enjoying the funny characters, engaging backstories, and humorous dialogue that enhance the fast-paced gameplay. The combination of comedic elements with action, such as the bingo mechanic and quirky enemy designs, adds a delightful layer to the overall 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!”

  • optimization

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    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.”
    • “The game struggles to maintain a stable frame rate during intense moments.”
    • “There are noticeable lag spikes that disrupt the overall gameplay experience.”

  • grinding

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    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 felt like I made no progress.”

  • stability

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    Users report that the game runs smoothly on the Steam Deck, indicating strong stability across this platform.

    • “It runs great on Steam Deck!”
    • “The game maintains a steady frame rate, even during intense action sequences.”
    • “I've experienced no crashes or bugs, making for a smooth gaming experience.”

  • monetization

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    Reviews indicate that Gamemaker Studio is often associated with the creation of low-effort, retro-style games that are perceived as cash grabs, suggesting a negative view of its monetization practices.

    • “Gamemaker Studio is most commonly used to make retro pixel shovelware and cash grabs.”

  • character development

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 100% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    Reviewers noted that the frantic character design significantly contributed to the overall character development, enhancing the players' connection to the characters and their journeys.

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TROUBLE JUICE is a platformer game with horror and post-apocalyptic themes. Common tags for TROUBLE JUICE include roguelite, 2d, psychedelic, bullet hell, stylized and others.

TROUBLE JUICE is available on PC, Steam Deck and Windows.

On average players spend around 1 hours playing TROUBLE JUICE.

TROUBLE JUICE was released on June 19, 2023.

TROUBLE JUICE was developed by dietzribi.

TROUBLE JUICE has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked TROUBLE JUICE for its gameplay but disliked it for its graphics.

TROUBLE JUICE is a single player game.

Similar games include Let Them Come, Kill The Crows, Disfigure, 20 Minutes Till Dawn, Star of Providence and others.