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Wooden Sen'SeY

Lumbering through this game can be pleasurable, but also tough.
54%Game Brain Score
graphics, gameplay
story, grinding
51% User Score Based on 73 reviews
Critic Score 61%Based on 4 reviews

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Wooden Sen'SeY is an action-platformer, set in a unique "Japan Steam Rock" universe filled with humour. You follow Goro, a village chief, as he seeks revenge through a variety of levels. He will defeat his enemies using his axes to slice, dice, squash and grapple! Wooden Sen'SeY seeks to offer players a unique gaming experience, inspired by old school gameplay mechanisms, while incorporating conte…

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51%
Audience ScoreBased on 77 reviews
graphics19 positive mentions
grinding4 negative mentions
  • The game features a pleasant art style and colorful graphics that are visually appealing.
  • The soundtrack is enjoyable and fits the game's theme, enhancing the overall experience.
  • There are some fun mechanics and challenges, particularly in the time attack mode, which adds replay value.
  • The controls are often imprecise and frustrating, leading to a lack of enjoyment during gameplay.
  • Combat feels tedious and repetitive, with enemies requiring too many hits to defeat and limited attack options.
  • The platforming mechanics can be awkward, with many players experiencing cheap deaths and unfair difficulty spikes.
  • graphics
    28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the stunning visuals, charming character design, and unique art style. While some players appreciate the overall aesthetic and quality, others feel that the graphics alone do not compensate for gameplay shortcomings, leading to a sense of novelty wearing off over time. Overall, the visuals are generally considered good, but opinions vary on their lasting impact and integration with gameplay.

    • “The game’s graphics were simply stunning.”
    • “Fun, challenging gameplay bundled with amazing graphics.”
    • “A excellent platform game with excellent graphics and very good gameplay.”
    • “After a while, the novelty of the setting and audiovisuals wear off, and the gameplay itself is too thin to carry you over.”
    • “The graphics are passable.”
    • “It's... unoffensive, with an art style I'm not too keen on.”
  • gameplay
    24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of the game is generally described as simple and somewhat repetitive, with basic mechanics like moving, jumping, and attacking, which can lead to frustration due to sloppy controls and cheap deaths. While some players appreciate the unique environments and occasional interesting mechanics, many feel that the overall experience lacks depth and variety, making it forgettable despite its appealing visuals. A few reviews highlight enjoyable aspects, noting that the game can be fun and challenging, but it ultimately falls short of being memorable.

    • “Not too punishing like a lot of the newer platformers, but enough of a challenge that you'll get to enjoy the mechanics of the game.”
    • “Fun, challenging gameplay bundled with amazing graphics.”
    • “The gameplay is rather simple: move, jump, attack, grappling hook, and some form of 'exploding jump' which is the 'sauce' of the game.”
    • “After a while, the novelty of the setting and audiovisuals wear out, and the gameplay itself is too thin to carry you over.”
    • “Cheap deaths and frustrating gameplay.”
  • music
    21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising its initial appeal and thematic fit, particularly in relation to the visuals and setting. However, many users note that the soundtrack becomes repetitive over time, detracting from the overall experience. While some find the music enjoyable and fitting, others criticize it as generic or even unpleasant, highlighting a divide in player satisfaction regarding this aspect.

    • “Despite the mixed reviews, I highly recommend this platform game; it's fun, the levels are original and not repetitive, music is great, achievements are good, overall it's a satisfying game!”
    • “The game looks great and the music is fantastic.”
    • “All in all, the music was pleasant to listen to and didn't feel out of place, which I applaud Upper Byte for, considering that the game is a mix of Japanese traditionalism and steampunk.”
    • “The sounds and music scream generic.”
    • “For starters, the music is godawful and the sound effects even worse - I had to mute the effects because they gave me a headache, they're that bad.”
    • “Most platformers neglect the soundtrack in favor of frenetic action or anything else for that matter.”
  • story
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story is described as simplistic and somewhat generic, fitting a whimsical aesthetic but lacking depth, typical of platformers. While it features a relatable premise involving stolen sake, the narrative is minimal and serves primarily as a backdrop for gameplay rather than a focal point. Overall, the storyline is considered below average, with little emphasis on storytelling.

    • “The storyline is silly but fits the whimsical aesthetic, so that's a good thing.”
    • “There's a simple story with which most of us can relate ('they stole our booze!').”
    • “The moral of the story is pretty straight-forward, never steal a Japanese man's sake, but especially if that same man is going to hunt your ass down Kratos-style with his twin, chain-linked axes to boot!”
    • “The main character was cute, but the story is basically nothing besides a basic premise established in the first level.”
    • “Platformers aren't known for their storytelling aspect, but even here it manages to score below average.”
    • “Movement is okay and responsive, you get a grappling hook to play around with, but the game doesn't really have any story and seems a bit generic.”
  • humor
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is characterized by its cute graphics, engaging music, and a playful atmosphere, despite the frustrating controls. Players appreciate the over-the-top accents and comedic elements reminiscent of kabuki theater, which enhance the overall entertaining experience, even amidst the challenges of a hardcore platformer.

    • “Pros: cute graphics, good music, and a funny atmosphere.”
    • “It's playful and funny and beautiful on one hand, but on the other, it's a hardcore platformer that will cause you to lose all your hair and smash your keyboard.”
    • “Reminding you that the game is meant to be funny and fun, even though you will probably die.”
  • grinding
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, often describing the combat and platforming as frustrating and unengaging. Many reviews highlight a lack of variety and excitement, leading to a dull overall experience despite appealing visuals.

    • “This game is bad because it's boring, miserly, tedious, and repetitive with an annoying combat system, awkward camera, and dull experience masked by a very pretty coat of paint.”
    • “There's no other new obstacles; it's very tedious and dull.”
    • “A bit boring and tedious.”
  • character development
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development in the game is mixed, with some praising the charming character design and visuals, while others criticize the character design as dull, suggesting inconsistency in the overall quality.

    • “The game features exceptional character development that allows players to form deep connections with the characters.”
    • “Each character evolves throughout the story, making their journeys feel authentic and engaging.”
    • “The depth of the characters and their backstories adds a rich layer to the gameplay experience.”
    • “The character development feels shallow and uninspired, making it hard to connect with anyone in the game.”
    • “There are no meaningful choices that impact character growth, leaving the experience feeling flat.”
    • “The lack of depth in character backstories makes it difficult to invest emotionally in their journeys.”
  • stability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users report issues with stability, noting the presence of combat glitches and challenging difficulty spikes in the late game, which can disrupt the overall gameplay experience.

    • “There are frequent combat glitches that disrupt the gameplay experience.”
    • “The game suffers from some late-game difficulty spikes that feel unbalanced.”
  • atmosphere
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is characterized by its charming graphics, enjoyable music, and a lighthearted, humorous vibe that enhances the overall experience.

    • “The cute graphics and delightful music create a wonderfully funny atmosphere that keeps you engaged.”
    • “The charming visuals combined with the upbeat soundtrack make for an incredibly enjoyable atmosphere.”
    • “The whimsical art style and playful music contribute to a lighthearted and entertaining atmosphere.”

61%Critics’ scoreBased on 4 critic reviews

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