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[Seasonal Maze]

I just found this game to be too confusing. It doesn't help that there's no sound. It is pretty cool to see what's going to come up next because you literally have no idea. I can't tell if the acorn picture is a part of the actual maze. I mean, I advance to the next level when I don't touch it. Anyway, this game was just a bit too bland.

It's weird to see all this stuff going on and not being able to understand it. It's just too basic to recommend. I think the idea is good, it's just not done in the best way. You could probably add in some shadings and sounds. I do think the timer is kind of nice.

Kwing responds:

This game was made more of an experiment. I'm dabbling with making games that change depending on the date, and this is my first real dive into the idea. Ultimately I would like to create some kind of hour-sized dungeon crawler with level design that changes every day, especially if I could have players go in and interact with each other. Anyway, yeah, what I have right now is extremely simple.

The acorn you're talking about is an autumn leaf, which means that you're playing in the fall. In the winter, spring, and summer, there are different effects on the gameplay. Perhaps I'll find a way to add more gimmicks in the future based on different mechanics.

As for the whole limited visibility maze thing, I'm actually going to be using this as an interlude between random battles in an RPG that I'm working on, so if you like the idea, you'll probably like my new game. Both this game and the one coming out are also PSP compatible, if you're wondering why there's no sound (I'm trying to create low memory games).

[Space Heroes 5]

I guess I have to at least give you some credit on it being addictive. What I didn't like about this game was that it was so hard to get one freaking medal! I was so bad at this, I actually thought that the game itself ended after that one level. I was amazed at how it kept going on! Well, this is one of the hardest games I've ever played. I did manage to do better with every player.

I also didn't think the graphics were that good. There could have been more detail, although the enemies were at least unique. You had no idea what was going to happen next. The music was alright. No wonder each medal is 100 points.

SunriseKingdom responds:

Here are some tips.

The easiest character to play as is Rick. He has the most hp

The upgrades that I think works best for him are.

Level 1 - Upgrade 05 - Rock Gear
Level 2 - Upgrade 11 - Blue Energy
Level 3 - Upgrade 13 - Red Power

This should be the easiest way to win the game, good luck and have fun.

[TSHMUP]

I was surprised at how unique this game turned out to be. I knew that it would be too easy to get points when the things came off the screen. You don't die by failing to fill the blocks for something, you just lose points for it. That being said, I thought that was actually a pretty interesting way to do it. I liked the sounds too. I didn't even notice you could change colors until I randomly pressed down.

The graphics aren't much, but a game like this doesn't need a lot of graphics. It's a nice service to have a game with such interesting gameplay. The hardest part of this is easily when the shape formations start moving. I swear the blocks you shoot out change then. They seem to change share colors!

[SIMPLE BlackJack 21]

I admit that I'm just not that big a fan of card games like this. It mostly helps that I've never learned how to play. Gee, I'm 23 years old and I still don't know how to play that game! What I also didn't like was how you had to get so many wins (and even losses) to get a single medal. I'm sorry, but those are the kinds of things that attracts me to a game like this in the first place. The graphics aren't that good either.

I guess people who are bigger fans of Blackjack should enjoy this. It seems to have most of what you would want in a game like this. I can tell you're a much bigger fan of this than I am. I don't understand what happens when you "Submit Score" as it doesn't seem to work. It's probably all the better.

[Loachie]

I think it's really cool how you celebrated someone's birthday like this. Now, Lochie can come back here anytime he wants and check this out! What I didn't like was that it's not that enjoyable for being so difficult. I do have to give you guys credits on coming up with an original idea. The music is really cool too. I died immediately after getting my last life.

Then again, I manage to get a letter even while I was dead! You guys might want to make somehting like this for May 23rd, if you catch my drift. I love how colorful it is. The graphics are just very nicely done. Congrats on making such a fun and crazy game!

[Cant Stop: Hill Challenge]

I was actually surprised at how fun this game turned out to be. What I didn't like was how the graphics weren't that good. Still, it's fairly interesting to be in this strange world where you can't control yourself. It's been too long since I've played a time like this, so it's a rare experience. It was weird how I didn't die at first when I was killed by the spikes. It was nice to have checkpoints, too.

It's interesting to have such a fast paced game. You really have to go up and look up to see what's coming next. It may not be the most creative of games, but it's fairly unique. The designs could have been better. It was pretty decent for a quick game.

DeadlyCheese responds:

thank you :)

[forest of fireflies]

I think this is a pretty cool game. It is not without its flaws, as some of the gameplay is a bit too difficult. It also doesn't help that the graphics could be better. I still appreciate all that you've done with this game as it is fairly original. I was afraid the frog swallowing the fly was going to make me lose the game. Boy, was it satisfying to get that blue firefly!

I liked how the design was simple, but the gameplay was fairly complicated. I was not expecting that red demon thing to appear in this. I suppose you should get props for something original. It's overall a weird game, but decent. It makes me realize it's been a long time since I even saw fireflies.

Lenke responds:

I'm Glad of you like the game, i actually dream this game(just the part of catch the fireflies) that was the inspiration to start this game.
I always prefer be original in all my games(it's my best(?) quality) .
So i'm happy :D!

[Animal Hunter]

I actually found this game to be a lot more enjoyable than I thought. I'm more used to archery games where you stay in the same spot. I actually thought this was a really cool chance of pace to have a hunting game. Nearly every hunting game is one where it's shown from a sniper's perspective. I thought the graphics were really neat too. The emus are easily the hardest animals to kill.

I think that's what those ostrich like thing are called, right? It's also great to have such simple instructions. You would be surprised at how fast it is to get used to this game. It's just very enjoyable and nicely done. At least it won some positive award.