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Wooden Sen'SeY

Lumbering through this game can be pleasurable, but also tough.
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49%Game Brain Score
graphics, gameplay
story, grinding
51% User Score Based on 73 reviews
Critic Score 46%Based on 4 reviews

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Wooden Sen'SeY is a single player platformer game. It was developed by Upper Byte and was released on December 5, 2013. It received neutral reviews from both critics and players.

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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Audience ScoreBased on 73 reviews
graphics17 positive mentions
grinding3 negative mentions
  • The game features a pleasant art style and a great soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
  • There are unique level designs and mechanics that keep the gameplay somewhat engaging, especially with the time attack mode.
  • The game is relatively easy to pick up, making it accessible for casual players looking for a short platforming experience.
  • Controls are often frustrating and imprecise, leading to cheap deaths and a lack of enjoyment during gameplay.
  • The combat system is repetitive and lacks depth, making encounters feel tedious rather than challenging.
  • The game is short, with only nine levels, and many players find it lacks the substance and variety expected from a platformer.
  • graphics
    26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the art style and visual quality as "stunning" and "cute," while others find them merely "passable" or "unoffensive." Although the visuals and music contribute positively to the overall atmosphere, some players feel that the graphics alone do not compensate for a lack of engaging gameplay. Overall, the game showcases decent graphics with customization options, but the novelty may wear off quickly for some players.

    • “The game’s graphics were simply stunning.”
    • “Fun, challenging gameplay bundled with amazing graphics.”
    • “With a variety of resolution options and graphic presets, the game gives you just enough in options to really optimize your game experience, and even on low settings, this game looks pretty good.”
    • “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.

    • “The gameplay is rather simple: move, jump, attack, grappling hook, and some form of 'exploding jump' which is the 'sauce' of the game.”
    • “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.”
    • “Un jeu de plateforme de ce qui a de plus commun mais avec un gameplay relativement plat.”
    • “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
    20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game receives mixed feedback, with many praising its pleasantness and thematic fit, particularly in relation to the visuals and setting. However, some players find it repetitive and generic, leading to a less enjoyable experience during extended play. Overall, while the soundtrack is appreciated by some, it may not stand out for everyone.

    • “Despite the mixed reviews, I highly recommend this platform game; it's fun, the levels are original and not repetitive, and the music is great.”
    • “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
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is described as simplistic and somewhat generic, primarily serving as a backdrop for the gameplay rather than a focal point. While it features a whimsical aesthetic and a relatable premise, the narrative lacks depth and complexity, resulting in a below-average storytelling experience typical of the platformer genre. Overall, players find the storyline entertaining enough to complement the gameplay, but not substantial enough to stand out.

    • “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 you 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
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's humor is characterized by its cute graphics, engaging music, and a playful atmosphere, despite the frustratingly old-school controls. While the dialogue is minimal, the exaggerated Japanese accent adds a comedic touch reminiscent of kabuki theater, enhancing the overall entertaining experience. Players find the blend of humor and hardcore platforming both amusing and challenging, making for a unique gaming experience.

    • “It's playful and funny and beautiful on one hand, but on the other hand, it's a hardcore platformer that will cause you to lose all your hair and smash your keyboard.”
    • “Though the dialogue wasn't much of anything, I found the over-the-top Japanese accent to be rather humorous, much in the same way a funny character in a kabuki theater play would exaggerate his voice.”
    • “Reminding you that the game is meant to be funny and fun, even though you will probably die.”
  • grinding
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, often describing it as boring and lacking in variety. The combat system and camera issues further contribute to a dull experience, despite the game's 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.”
    • “A bit boring and tedious.”
    • “There's no other new obstacles; it's very tedious and dull.”
  • atmosphere
    3 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 good music create a wonderfully funny atmosphere that keeps you engaged.”
    • “The charming visuals combined with the delightful soundtrack make for an incredibly immersive atmosphere.”
    • “The lighthearted ambiance, enhanced by whimsical graphics and catchy tunes, makes every moment enjoyable.”
  • character development
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development is hindered by uninspired music and unappealing character design, which detracts from the overall engagement and depth of the characters.

    • “The character development feels shallow and uninspired.”
    • “There is a lack of meaningful choices that impact character growth.”
    • “The characters are one-dimensional and fail to evoke any emotional connection.”
  • stability
    2 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.”
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Wooden Sen'SeY is a platformer game.

Wooden Sen'SeY is available on PC, Mac OS, Windows, Linux and others.

Wooden Sen'SeY was released on December 5, 2013.

Wooden Sen'SeY was developed by Upper Byte.

Wooden Sen'SeY has received neutral reviews from both players and critics. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its story.

Wooden Sen'SeY is a single player game.

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