When Ski Lifts Go Wrong
- January 23, 2019
- Hugecalf Studios
- 37h median play time
That amusingly weird bridge building game that shadow dropped on Switch.
Get on Steam"When Ski Lifts Go Wrong" is a physics-based construction and management simulation game. Design ski lifts and jumps, then watch your skiers tackle the slopes with hilarious consequences. Over 100 levels of challenges and freebuild mode offer endless opportunities for creative design and experimentation.
Nintendo Switch
PC
Reviews
- Fun and engaging physics-based puzzle game with a unique twist on the bridge-building genre.
- Offers a variety of challenges and allows for creativity in building ski lifts and ramps.
- Humorous and entertaining, with enjoyable moments when things go hilariously wrong.
- Controls for the skiers and snowboarders can be awkward and frustrating, detracting from the overall experience.
- Physics can be inconsistent, leading to unpredictable results that may frustrate players.
- Some players find the game repetitive and the difficulty spikes too steeply, making it less enjoyable over time.
- graphics15 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the clean and immersive art style that complements the gameplay, while others find them simplistic and lacking depth. Many acknowledge a trade-off between graphics and physics simulation, suggesting that the visuals are adequate for the game's focus on construction and mechanics. Overall, while some players praise the graphics as beautiful and well-executed, others criticize them as passable or buggy.
“Graphically, the game is nice and simplistic, which is understandable because of the heavy focus on the construction aspects.”
“The visuals are well done and immersive.”
“I also love the graphics, really well made and totally fitting for the game mechanics.”
“In my opinion, the game aesthetics are too simplistic and boring.”
“The graphics of this game aren't good at all.”
“There's a definite trade-off to allow weaker graphics for stronger physics simulation, and that doesn't work here.”
- humor13 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is widely regarded as hilarious, featuring a blend of quirky humor and amusing physics-based scenarios that often lead to unexpected and funny outcomes. While some players note that the humor can become repetitive or fall flat at times, the overall experience is enhanced by its comedic elements and entertaining glitches. The combination of morbid humor and engaging puzzles contributes to a lighthearted and enjoyable gameplay atmosphere.
“Hilarious game.”
“It's a nice relaxing puzzle engineering game and funny when things don't go to plan.”
“Good music, hilarious physics, difficult puzzles, clean art style, simple yet powerful tools.”
- gameplay13 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 62 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally well-received, offering a fun twist on traditional bridge-building mechanics by incorporating ski lifts and ramps for snowboarders. Players appreciate the variety of mechanics, solid controls, and engaging gameplay loop, although some note that the difficulty ramps up quickly. Overall, it is seen as a polished and enjoyable experience, especially for newcomers to the genre.
“A fun twist on the poly bridge gameplay where instead of creating bridges, you create ski lifts and ramps for snowboarders.”
“The plethora of mechanics make this bridge building simulator more than average.”
“Fun concept plus a solid refinement in the building UI controls compared to other games with similar mechanics, such as Poly Bridge and Forts.”
“If it's their first game, I'd call it great -- if not, let's call it a solid example of exactly the gameplay you're expecting, with maybe some extra stuff on the side.”
“Finally a game that improves the bridge construction gameplay!”
“If you are just interested in gameplay:”
- music12 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its relaxing and enjoyable qualities, enhancing the overall experience. While some users liken the soundtrack to elevator music, many appreciate its brilliance and how it complements gameplay, making it a significant aspect of the game's appeal. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a strong point, contributing positively to the game's atmosphere.
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
“Pros: relaxing music.”
“The game is fun, challenging, and the music is great.”
“Soundtrack is basically elevator music.”
“Soundtrack is basically elevator music.”
“The music was also out of this world.”
- stability3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's stability is mixed; while players report no major bugs or glitches, there are issues with buggy achievements and character control that detract from the experience. Some users find the game enjoyable despite these minor stability concerns, noting that it can still be fun despite occasional humorous glitches.
“The graphics aren't something I enjoyed; some achievements were buggy, and trying to control the character was a huge pain.”
“So far from what I have played and seen in videos, it does not have any major bugs and glitches.”
“Very fun to play, and it has its funny glitches.”
- story2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story emphasizes resilience and the unpredictability of life, showcasing a compelling narrative about a protagonist and his journey alongside his brother and friend in the game's development.
“The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you. If I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
“It had a compelling development story about a guy, his brother, and his friend making the game.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, feeling that it fails to deliver on the promise of innovation and quickly devolves into familiar, monotonous gameplay.
“I was promised something new, but it soon becomes the same old tedious grind.”
“The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“After a while, the grind just feels like a chore rather than a fun challenge.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is characterized as relaxing and immersive, making it easy for players to engage with and disengage from at their convenience.
“Relaxing, atmospheric, and easy to pick up and put down.”
Critic Reviews
When Ski Lifts Go Wrong Review
Welcome to GameSpew Mountain and Ski Resort. We graciously ask visitors to clean any blood from previous guests. On an unrelated note, we are not responsible for any breakages in our ski lifts.
80%When Ski Lifts Go Wrong (Switch) Review
That amusingly weird bridge building game that shadow dropped on Switch.
85%When Ski Lifts Go Wrong review
While When Ski Lifts Go Wrong can be laugh-out-loud funny, it also provides a huge number of challenging puzzles as you try (and often fail) to build reliable structures on unforgiving mountainsides.
75%
