Woodle Tree 2: Worlds
- September 16, 2016
- Fabio Ferrara
- 6h median play time
Woodle Tree 2: Worlds is a 3D platformer where players control a new hero on a quest to restore color and life to the world. Traverse through various levels, collecting fruit to empower the Water Spirits and unlock new worlds. Features cooperative multiplayer, puzzles, and a variety of enemies to battle.
Reviews
- The game features a charming art style and colorful graphics that appeal to both children and adults.
- It offers a larger open world to explore compared to the first game, providing a sense of adventure and discovery.
- The controls are generally easy to use, and the game is fun for casual play, especially in local multiplayer mode.
- The game suffers from long loading times and frequent crashes, making it frustrating to play.
- Many players report poor camera angles and controls that can lead to disorientation and difficulty in navigating the environment.
- The world feels empty and lacks direction, with unclear objectives and repetitive gameplay elements.
- music14 mentions
- 21 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it enjoyable and fitting, while others criticize it for being either absent or too low in volume to notice. Many express disappointment compared to the previous game's soundtrack, describing it as bland or lacking depth. Overall, while some appreciate the music's style, others feel it detracts from the overall experience.
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
“The first game had an enjoyable soundtrack that was peaceful to listen to.”
“I love the music and unique style of gameplay.”
“Formerly delisted then returned after a few years, but I still couldn't recommend this version due to long load times (even on a blazing fast SSD) and a bland empty world with no music whatsoever. Get the deluxe+ edition instead.”
“This game seems to either have no music, or the music is so low that you don't even know it's playing unless you really try to listen.”
“No idea how to get to the next area, so we run around a little more and find some beach place where the music sounds like someone gave a one-year-old kid a xylophone to use and they made a soundtrack out of it.”
- gameplay13 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally described as simple and entertaining, with enjoyable mechanics reminiscent of classic PS2 games, though it suffers from issues like clumsy jumping, confusing camera angles, and a lack of engaging content in the expansive world. While the character design and music are praised, players note that the combat mechanics lack polish and can be frustrating at times, particularly with hit detection and movement controls. Overall, the game offers a charming experience but falls short in depth and refinement.
“The gameplay is simple and entertaining, especially when you whack your enemies with leaves and they poof out of existence.”
“I enjoyed this game and will probably watch for the devs' next game, because mechanically it feels like a better version of those old PS2 games I liked.”
“Mechanics and graphics are good and I love the main character!”
“And on top of all, the gameplay isn't anything to write home about either.”
“Mechanically, there's something to be had, but I spent my entire playtime running around a giant empty world with nothing to do.”
“It's quite accomplished in its world and character design but does fall a little short on game mechanics, having a basic charged attack that's very tricky to aim and a jump that sometimes struggles to avoid the overly critical hit detection of the sides of ledges and walls.”
- graphics12 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their beautiful art style and modern appeal, contributing positively to the overall experience. However, some users report performance issues such as lag and frame rate drops, even at lower settings, which detracts from the enjoyment. While the visuals are described as clean and fitting for the game's mood, a few critics find them overly simplistic or cartoonish.
“Fantastic platformer adventure game with beautiful graphics and tight controls.”
“Beautiful art style.”
“The graphics are really good; they look fantastic in all aspects.”
“No matter what graphics setting I use, I still have this problem.”
“The art style is like for a baby cartoon, but like, actual babies.”
“Even on the lowest graphics setting, you can still hit patches of lag, frame rate dives, and random loading screens.”
- stability10 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is widely criticized, with numerous players reporting significant glitches, unfinished features, and buggy mechanics that detract from the overall experience. While some users find the bugs amusing and note improvements over time, many express frustration with the game's lack of polish and persistent issues, leading to a mixed reception regarding its stability.
“Unfinished and buggy mess.”
“This game is so unfinished and buggy that you spend half of the time falling through unloaded textures.”
“Much more buggy than Woodle Tree Adventures; multiplayer doesn't work, kept glitching, certain areas impossible to reach, sadly refunded.”
- story7 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The game's story conveys a moral about perseverance in the face of adversity, but its delivery is often confusing and lacks clarity, making it difficult for players to distinguish between characters and follow the plot. Despite these issues, the simplicity of the narrative and the game's charming visuals create an appealing atmosphere that somewhat compensates for the storytelling shortcomings.
“Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
“This game has a really nice vibe to it; the graphics are clean and cute, and they fit perfectly with the mood of the story.”
“The story is painful.”
“The story is told through pictures, and I had no idea what was happening. I can't tell enemies apart from friends, I don't have camera options for inverted controls, and I dislike running long stretches of land with nothing in them.”
“The story of the game is delivered in a most confusing fashion, but that is mostly forgiven because of the story's simplicity.”
- optimization5 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has been widely criticized, with players reporting significant performance issues that detract from the overall experience. Many users experienced severe lag and frame rate drops, leading to frustration and a lack of recommendation for the title. Overall, the consensus is that the game requires substantial improvements in optimization to enhance playability.
“The game needs better optimization.”
“Had a fun time with this classic 3D platformer, but it is let down by the horrible performance.”
“I am only not recommending this game because the optimization is just poor.”
“Optimization is also apparently some pseudo-science the developer doesn't believe in, as I managed to turn the game into a slideshow less than 10 minutes in the game in a certain spot.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by the character Woodle, who is described as very funny, and players appreciate the comedic elements enhanced by his improved movements. Overall, the game successfully incorporates humor that resonates with players.
“I'm sorry, I wanted to beat this game and leave a funny review, and there really is quite a bit to like about it.”
“Woodle is a very funny character, and his moves are now sensibly improved by new movements.”
- character development2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The character development in the game is praised for its accomplished world and character design, showcasing strong artistic direction. However, it is noted that the gameplay mechanics, particularly the basic charged attack and jump mechanics, can hinder the overall experience due to their imprecision and difficulty in execution.
“It's quite accomplished in its world and character design but does fall a little short on game mechanics, having a basic charged attack that's very tricky to aim and a jump that sometimes struggles to avoid the overly critical hit detection of the sides of ledges and walls.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its charm and relaxing quality, contributing to an enjoyable experience that is accessible due to its manageable difficulty level.
“Fantastic game, with a charming atmosphere.”
“The atmosphere is always relaxing; the difficulty level is not too hard.”