Ultimate Sackboy
- February 21, 2023
- Exient Entertainment
Ultimate Sackboy is a single-player platformer game with good graphics but can be buggy. As Sackboy, players compete in the Ultimate Games, a wacky obstacle racing tournament in Craftworld. The goal is to win the race, collect prizes, and look stylish, but watch out for obstacles that might cause you to wipe out.
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Reviews
- The race format is competitive and keeps players motivated to keep playing.
- The visuals and animations are appealing, especially for fans of the Little Big Planet series.
- The game has a fun 'one more play' hook that can be addictive.
- The game is heavily monetized, with a pay-to-win structure that makes progression difficult without spending money.
- There are significant performance issues, including lag and crashes that can ruin gameplay.
- The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks variety, with many players expressing disappointment over the absence of an endless mode.
- gameplay26 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 35 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received largely negative feedback, with many players criticizing its lack of depth, repetitive mechanics, and heavy reliance on monetization strategies that hinder enjoyment. Issues such as sluggish controls, input lag, and a grindy progression system detract from the overall experience, while some users note that the game feels uninspired and derivative. Despite a few positive mentions of structure and graphics, the consensus is that the gameplay needs significant improvements to be engaging and fun.
“Pros: good gameplay structure, a lot of cosmetics from the main titles, great leaderboard structure, unique leveling up system.”
“The designs are cool, the gameplay is fun, and competing with each other is amazing!”
“A bite-sized, mobile-friendly version that hits all the right notes, dense enough to be satisfied with only a couple of minutes of gameplay.”
“Stops being fun fast when you see there's basically no way to win, unless, of course, you pay real money, but there's not even enough gameplay in the game to justify it.”
“The gameplay itself feels uninspired, straight up just ripping off Subway Surfers; it feels sluggish, controls aren't sensitive enough, and the 'levels' as well as the leveling system are very plain and boring.”
“Input lag with generally unsatisfactory game feel ruin the core gameplay loop.”
- graphics21 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 52 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the visuals and animations as enjoyable, particularly for fans of the franchise. However, many criticize the graphics for being simplistic, laggy, and reminiscent of older consoles, which detracts from the overall experience. Overall, while the graphics have potential, they require significant improvement to match modern standards and enhance gameplay.
“The visuals and animations aren't bad, so there's that if you're a big Sackboy fan.”
“This game is very cool with nice graphics and there's no ads.”
“Good graphics, bad gameplay.”
“The graphics are simple, no complicated shading, shadows, or particle effects; I don't see why it shouldn't be possible.”
“My only question is, why do the graphics look like a PSone game?”
“The graphics are so poor.”
- monetization16 mentions
- 19 % positive mentions
- 19 % neutral mentions
- 63 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has been widely criticized as a blatant cash grab, with many reviewers expressing frustration over the heavy reliance on microtransactions, battle passes, and pay-to-win mechanics. While some appreciate the graphics and music, the overwhelming presence of ads and the necessity to spend money to progress have left players feeling that the game lacks authenticity and depth, ultimately detracting from the beloved franchise's legacy.
“Fun game with no ads.”
“This game is very cool and has nice graphics, and there's no ads.”
“And Subway Surfer has microtransactions, so stop complaining about it; they need money just like we all do.”
“This game feels like a cash grab using Little Big Planet, a well-respected game, in order to pry on people's money. The pass, as well as wording choices, just says otherwise.”
“Doesn't help that battle passes are the most disgusting monetization method ever created.”
“I actually would have wanted to spend money on in-app purchases if this was an actual Little Big Planet game that played like LBP1 or LBP2, but this is just another cash grab game that will most likely be shut down due to not making enough money from pay-to-win costume upgrades and loot boxes with timers.”
- stability11 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant issue, with users reporting frequent freezes, glitches, and loss of progress due to crashes. Many players express frustration over the lack of cloud saves and an account system, which exacerbates the problem when the game restarts unexpectedly. While some users have not experienced glitches, the overall consensus highlights a need for urgent updates to address these stability concerns.
“But it at random times just completely freezes up for about a second.”
“Completely lost tons of progress because the game randomly restarted and then continuously freezes so I can't even do anything.”
“This game has no cloud saves or account system, so at the end of a season if it glitches and gets stuck on the rewards page, you'll have to reinstall and lose everything you've earned.”
- music11 mentions
- 45 % positive mentions
- 27 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some praising it as some of the best original compositions in the series, while others criticize the heavy reliance on reused tracks from previous titles, particularly "Sackboy: A Big Adventure." Additionally, players have reported technical issues with the music settings, which detracts from the overall experience. Overall, while the music is enjoyable for some, it is seen as a missed opportunity for originality.
“Besides the music, which is some of the best original music in the series, this game is just another cash grab by Sony.”
“Very fun so far and love the music in the game.”
“Music is good but reused from Sackboy: A Big Adventure.”
“Most of the themes already existed, and the music and costumes are from other Sackboy games.”
“There is also a glitch where I turn off the music and sound, but when I close the app and open it again, it turns back on even though the buttons say off.”
“It's lazy to put the same OST in as Sackboy: A Big Adventure.”
- story10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is perceived as a mixed bag, with players appreciating the initial concept but expressing frustration over the mission structure and season pass system. Many users feel that the game would benefit from an endless running mode as the default, the option to skip tutorials, and a more rewarding mission system, as current missions can be overly challenging and limit progress. Overall, while the game has enjoyable elements, the execution of its story-related features needs significant improvement to enhance player experience.
“I worked hard to complete my missions every day and almost got all the costume pieces for the bunny.”
“Game has cool features like the tier system and missions.”
“Enjoyable game but the season pass system makes no sense, I paid money for it and it tells me to complete missions to progress but there are no missions?”
“Enjoyable game, but the season pass system makes no sense. I paid money for it, and it tells me to complete missions to progress, but there are no missions.”
“Most of your playtime is unrewarded as you have to wait for the next day for more missions.”
“The game is fun, but it's a very buggy app, plus the missions are crazy hard at some stages.”
- optimization8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has been widely criticized, with players reporting significant stuttering, lag, and unresponsive controls, particularly in high-demand areas. Many users have noted that performance issues severely impact gameplay, with some devices struggling to run the game even on low settings. Overall, the lack of adjustable frame rate options and persistent freezing problems have led to a frustrating experience for players.
“The control and performance make me feel unresponsive while playing, and there's no option for frame rate settings (I always set it to high if available), which means the in-game FPS is capped, making it hard to execute fast controls (quick gestures) with the character, and even the UI feels heavy.”
“Huge performance issues that freeze the game and cause players to lose their run automatically.”
“The biggest issue that I'm facing is the gameplay performance.”
“Performance is very poor, runs horribly on low on an S21 Ultra.”
“Huge performance issues which freeze the game and have the player lose their run automatically.”
- grinding5 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessive and often tedious, as it is essential for increasing power levels and competing effectively. While some appreciate the structured races over endless running, many criticize the time gate mechanics and overall grindiness, which detracts from the enjoyment of the game.
“Cons: extremely grindy, outrageous time gate mechanics, lackluster battle pass, bad animations, delayed actions during gameplay, annoying bugs.”
“Overall the game is designed to be grindy as ever.”
“Way too much grinding for not much fun.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is widely regarded as very funny, providing a fun experience that keeps players engaged for extended periods. However, some users noted performance issues, such as lag, which detracted from the overall enjoyment.
“It's a very funny game.”
“It's fun and funny 😁 😂 😀.”
“It's a really funny game, and I spent a lot of time on it.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game's replayability significantly enhanced since the endless run update, which has made it more engaging. However, some users express frustration with receiving duplicate costume rewards, suggesting that a system to provide new items could further improve the experience. Additionally, connecting to PSN adds a personal touch that boosts replay value.
“Connecting to PSN makes it way more personable and increases replay value.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Reviewers feel that the current Sackboy games fail to capture the beloved atmosphere of the original Little Big Planet series, expressing nostalgia for the unique charm that made the franchise popular. There is a strong desire for a return to the original style, with many fans wishing for a new installment that embodies that spirit.
“The game beautifully captures the atmosphere of the Little Big Planet series, which is what made Sackboy so beloved. I really miss that vibe, and I wish there was a Little Big Planet 4.”
“The atmosphere is enchanting and immersive, drawing players into a whimsical world that feels alive and vibrant.”
“Every detail contributes to a rich atmosphere that makes exploring the game a delightful experience.”
“The game fails to capture the charming atmosphere of the Little Big Planet series, which is what made Sackboy so beloved. I really miss that vibe, and I'm not a fan of the direction the Sackboy games are taking.”
“The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired compared to previous titles, lacking the creativity and whimsy that made the original games so enjoyable.”
“I was hoping for a rich and immersive atmosphere, but instead, it feels generic and lifeless, which is disappointing for a franchise with such a unique identity.”
