Zup! F

About

"Zup! F" is a humorous, single-player casual game with minimalistic physics-based puzzles and the goal to keep a blue ball on the platform for 3 seconds. The game boasts stellar graphics, a fabulous soundtrack, and 60 levels along with achievements, trading cards, and emoticons. Powered by Clickteam Fusion 2.5 and featuring music by Ann Sharova, "Zup! F" is the final game in the franchise and promises hours of grinding and explosive fun.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

96%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,854 reviews

gameplay32 positive mentions

story16 negative mentions

gameplay
148 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
73%
5%
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it repetitive and simplistic, often feeling like a loop of similar actions. However, many also describe it as addictive, relaxing, and easy to understand, making it suitable for casual play and achievement hunting. Overall, while the mechanics can become monotonous, the game offers a decent level of engagement and enjoyment, particularly for those interested in achievements.
- “Damnably addictive, simple and relaxing gameplay.”
- “Innovative and refreshing gameplay, a breath of fresh air.”
- “The gameplay starts easy but can get tricky, especially when touch screens are involved.”
- “Repetitive gameplay: after a while, it feels like you’re stuck in a loop of 'place block, watch explosion, repeat.' It’s like Groundhog Day, but with more cubes and fewer groundhogs.”
- “I found the gameplay fiddly and annoying.”
- “Good for achievements, but the gameplay is just garbage.”
graphics
106 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
26%
71%
3%
The graphics of the game are described as minimalist and clean, appealing to those who appreciate aesthetic achievements for their Steam profiles. While some users praise the stunning visuals and intricate artwork, others criticize the lack of resolution options and overall depth, suggesting that the graphics may not meet the expectations of traditional PC gamers. Overall, the game is seen as visually pleasing but primarily serves as a platform for unlocking aesthetic items rather than delivering a high-quality graphical experience.
- “The graphics are absolutely stunning; it's ray-tracing level of work, and there is not a single rough corner on any object in the game, which shows how much the creators really cared about their game.”
- “10/10 graphics, 10/10 lighting, 10/10 gameplay, 10/10 everything.”
- “Gorgeous aesthetics, lovely music, awesome looking achievements, and great puzzles.”
- “There's no option to change the resolution and no useful graphics tweaks.”
- “Considering this is being evaluated as a PC game, having the graphics phoned in like this isn't going to result in a high quality, visually impressive game that PC gamers are used to seeing.”
- “I wish this artwork was more utilized with the game itself, which can help it with the bland looks the game had to offer.”
story
66 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
9%
67%
24%
The reviews present a mixed perspective on the game's story, with many users indicating that there is little to no narrative focus, emphasizing gameplay instead. However, some reviewers highlight a well-crafted story with engaging twists and emotional depth, suggesting that while the gameplay may dominate, the narrative is still significant and well-executed. Overall, the consensus leans towards a minimal story presence, with a few exceptions praising its quality when present.
- “With a heavenly soundtrack, and graphics beyond comprehension, this game features the most intriguing story arc I have ever seen, along with gripping, intense gameplay all around.”
- “This game has gorgeous visuals, a masterfully crafted story with twists and turns and shocking betrayals, and of course, the gameplay.”
- “The story of the game is so well written that regardless of what achievement you're starting with, you'll still feel like everything in the story is in place.”
- “☑ no story”
- “☑ only gameplay, doesn't include a story.”
- “✅ this game has no story”
music
56 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
39%
54%
7%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many players appreciating its calming and relaxing qualities, which enhance the overall experience. However, some users express frustration over the lack of audio controls, making it difficult to manage the background music. Overall, while the soundtrack is often described as soothing and enjoyable, there are notable criticisms regarding its implementation and the absence of options to customize audio settings.
- “With a heavenly soundtrack, and graphics beyond comprehension, with the most intriguing story arc that I have ever seen and gripping, intense gameplay all around.”
- “The music was calming and it was a ton of fun.”
- “Relaxing music and enjoyable puzzles.”
- “Bewilderingly, the game doesn't include proper audio controls, so you can't turn off the annoying background music. You'll need to alt+tab out and stop the music using the Windows sound mixer.”
- “In all honesty, the game is meh. I wish there was a tutorial so I knew what I was doing, as well as some sort of music since it's better than the silence.”
- “I can do the profile ding now, boring game, bad music, low effort like the profiles it helped create.”
grinding
50 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
4%
44%
52%
The reviews highlight that the game is heavily focused on grinding for achievements, often described as tedious and requiring significant time investment. While some players appreciate it for quick achievement and card farming, many find the gameplay lacking and repetitive, leading to a mixed reception overall.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “A bit grindy sometimes.”
- “I generally like the Zup series, but for some reason this one was just meh. I don't know why, but it felt more tedious.”
- “The contraptions are nicely designed, but the game itself hardly gives any entertainment, only grinding achievements.”
- “One long, tedious grind.”
humor
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players finding it both funny and relaxing, often highlighting the amusing achievements as a key feature. Many reviews emphasize the lighthearted nature of the game, suggesting that its comedic elements resonate well with fans who enjoy clever jokes and playful interactions, even in a single-player context. Overall, the humor adds a delightful layer to the gameplay experience, making it enjoyable for those seeking a fun distraction.
- “Funny achievements simulator”
- “Let's face it, you bought this game for the achievements so that you can spell out funny or cool things with them on your Steam profile.”
- “The fans understand this stuff; they have the intellectual capacity to truly appreciate the depths of these jokes, to realize that they're not just funny - they say something deep about life.”
replayability
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
43%
29%
The game exhibits limited replayability, as players find little incentive to revisit once they have mastered the levels, with gameplay described as basic and uninteresting. Despite some opinions suggesting it could be infinitely replayable, the consensus leans towards a lack of engaging content that diminishes replay value significantly.
- “🔲 infinitely replayable (or almost)”
- “🔲 infinitely replayable”
- “🔲 infinitely replayable”
- “Once you’ve mastered the levels, there’s not much reason to go back unless you really enjoy watching things blow up.”
- “There is no replay value, and to be fair, also no value in playing it for the first time.”
- “This game isn't very interesting; the gameplay is very basic with a small number of levels, resulting in an extremely short playtime with no replay value.”
stability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
75%
Overall, the game's stability is generally acceptable, with most users reporting only minor bugs and glitches. However, some players have noted that the game can feel like a "big terrarium" for issues, suggesting that there are more significant stability concerns for certain users.
- “The game has very few bugs or glitches, making for a smooth experience.”
- “I appreciate the stability; there are hardly any bugs or glitches.”
- “The game runs exceptionally well with minimal issues.”
- “The game itself is a big terrarium for bugs and glitches.”
- “There are minor bugs and glitches that affect gameplay.”
- “There are a few bugs and glitches that can be frustrating.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game is highly optimized, allowing it to run smoothly on older hardware, such as a 2010 Apple laptop, without any performance issues. This impressive optimization has been widely praised by users.
- “I can run this game on an old 2010 Apple laptop with no performance issues at all, even after stating the godly work done to this game.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its exploration of themes related to governance and the impact of leadership decisions on the public, evoking feelings of frustration and concern for the common good. Players are prompted to reflect on the moral implications of authority and the consequences of inaction.