Ericho's game Reviews on Newgrounds

[Dark]

I have to admit that this is a really game! I love how I just have no idea what's going on. It's hard to ask for more detail, because that is not the point of the game. I really like how everything moves so well. Even the parts where the screen goes blank aren't that difficult. I'm fairly certain those silhouettes are checkpoints.

It's just a game that seems to have no end. It's mostly because everything is so dark. Oh yeah, that's where you got the name. It seems like the protagonist keeps transforming. Not sure what that's all about.

JackAstral responds:

lol thanks!

[Tainted Olive - Chapter 1]

Well, I'm the first to admit that I'm pretty bad at this game. There really wasn't much I could do. I still have to praise you for having some really good details. It's times like this I wish there was a medal for not skipping the cutscenes. Well, they're kind of automatic here. I think the atmosphere is quite good.

The best part is probably the music. It really does set up a nice medieval atmosphere. I don't see what the purpose of that stick is. Reminds me of the "South Park" episode. I don't really see what olive has to do with this.

BlackOlive responds:

Sorry, I can't help but presume that you got stuck on the first screen? Why don't you click on the map in the lower-right corner (after you pick up the paper from the wall) and go to where it leads you?

[EMIT]

I don't know what's going on. The mouse isn't working at all for me. Well, it's a laptop so technically I don't have a mouse. I couldn't get any fire power at all out of it. Only like one out of five clicks gave me anything. Besides that, this is in fact a good game. I especially appreciate how good the graphics are.

It seems like it's something from Nitrome. Oh, I didn't notice you there, Coolboyman. I thought the enemies were fairly unique. It was just hard to understand what was going on. I guess for a standard mouse, I'd recommend it.

Stix responds:

It's not recommended to play on a laptop without an external mouse

[Smithys Quest]

I am generally not that much into RPG's, but this was really cool! I think its best feature is how good the artwork is. I really do like how cartoonish everything looks. Dang, has it been that long since Michael Jackson died? I thought the gameplay was easy to understand.

I also like the music. I like how funny the whole game is. You get a good sense of being off in a weird world. It may not be that supernatural at first, but it definitely has some cool stuff going on. I just liked strolling around.

EggysGames responds:

Thanks! Robert is a great artist, and I really tried to cram some humour in as much as possible. Glad you enjoyed my made up village :)

[Tam Tower Challenge]

This reminds me a lot of Deal Or No Deal. Then again, I don't really watch that show. It's just that it's so popular it's hard not at least know something about it. I thought the design of this was pretty good. Only problem, I'm just not into these kinds of games. It doesn't seem to be worth figuring out much.

I'm glad it wasn't like a game where you reenacted 911. Yes, there have been those here. There even seemed to be an audience with this! At least it was somewhat of an original concept. Sorry, it's just not for me.

josh-tamugaia responds:

Fair enough, and thanks for the review.

[Tomo'O]

I found this game to be quite mediocre. I know that's a weird thing to say, but it's how I felt about it. I appreciate how it does have good graphics. That's probably the best part. I really am starting to recognize your style. The rabbit reminds me of the pokemon Buneary.

Well, if it was fatter. It was a bit hard to understand how the fans work. They are usually more automatic in games like this. It was interesting to see how much of a power boost they could give you. I can't really go either way with this.

Dizimz responds:

I really appreciate your taking the time to write a review.
Please understand that While I am competent at scripting, It's not my most refined skill.
The other thing too was there were a number of experiments done through this game.

The game being called mediocre, is not disagreeable. As In, Im inclined to say so. It may sound bad but the game was not a huge ambitious project with the desire to break new grounds, but rather to mess around and maybe get a little sponsor in there ;)

I personally find that huge ambitious designs will end up either a colossal failure or a huge success while the intent to be mediocre tends to be on the mark, which is unfortunate, but the way things work.

BUT! Dont worry you will see some huge failures or successes coming soon from me

[GatherX]

Well, it's nice to see a game from you. It probably is the best you've ever done. I really was impressed at how it had a lot going on even though it just took place on one screen. I thought it was a reference to "The Hobbit" at first. I heard "Jack The Giant Killer" wasn't as good a movie. The sounds were fairly decent.

It is interesting to see how everything comes together. I'm glad you don't die when you run out of clicks. Congradulations on having your first game with medals, I think? It did motivate me. Good for you, dude

Coolboyman responds:

Thanks! I have more games on the way.

[Labyrinth: SoS]

Dang, I don't know what to say about this. I managed to lose at this at the boss battle, but then I had to start all over again! I know I had beaten the first level, whatever it was. Anyway, this game is just too freaking complicated. How can a dragon be killed like that? I just spent a half hour playing this and didn't get a single medal out of it!

Yeah, that's the kind of player I am. I appreciate the graphics and the music. It just isn't in any way rewarding. I like that labyrinth word. I think you're a dragon at least.

PestoForce responds:

If at first you don't succeed...

[Qublox]

I am quite surprised that this does not have a higher rating. I love games where you create your own stuff. I think the main reason I'm so interested in this is because I just saw "The Lego Movie" yesterday. DANG, THAT IS GOOD! Anyway, I love the message of being creative. While some of it is off, I still love it.

You truly give us a wide variety of options. I like all the different shapes. Even seeing them laid out like that is impressive. The music and sounds were quite good too. You really can't go wrong with a customizable game like this.

josh-tamugaia responds:

thanks Ericho!

[Fist Puncher: SoO]

I'm heavily reminded of the Double Dragon games. I think that's the one, right? I will say that I was a little disappointed that you couldn't do more in this game. I still appreciate all the effort put into it. It could have used more detail. It was weird to have this one boss who you just kept on fighting over and over.

He certainly got hard on his second form. He was too fast even when I was standing right next to him. You always had to creep up to cause him damage. The main character reminds me of Chuck Norris. I guess any bearded badass would do that.

PestoForce responds:

Yeah, Dr. Karate vs. Chuck Norris would be a great showdown.