Matchstick Elegy by stevenjmiller 2020-04-24T02:10:35Z
Wow! This puzzle is very cleverly made indeed. The aesthetics are also very pleasant despite being simple. You really brought sokoban to a whole new level, well done!
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| Year | LD | Theme | Game | Division | Rank | Ov | Fu | In | Th | Gr | Hu | Mo | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 58 | Collector | 👥 | Mr. Fungi | jam | 14 | 4.34 | 4.21 | 3.61 | 4.47 | 4.36 | 3.62 | 4.33 |
| 2023 | 54 | Limited Space | 👥 | FROUST! | jam | 144 | 4.03 | 4.05 | 3.22 | 4.13 | 4.34 | 3.92 | 4.06 |
| 2022 | 50 | Delay the inevitable | 👥 | The Inevitable Dominion | jam | 143 | 4.00 | 3.79 | 3.60 | 4.05 | 4.40 | 3.81 | 3.76 |
| 2020 | 46 | Keep it alive | Stroller Rover | jam | 272 | 3.94 | 3.47 | 3.83 | 4.05 | 4.25 | 3.82 |
Wow! This puzzle is very cleverly made indeed. The aesthetics are also very pleasant despite being simple. You really brought sokoban to a whole new level, well done!
Really good puzzle! feels very polished, enjoyed it a lot!
Looks really good! A bit hard to get into, but once you are there it's fun! Great entry and a very interesting approach.
That's really hard for me, nevertheless very enjoyable! Such a simple concept, but implementation is good! Music reminds me something from Dune: The battle for Arrakis on Sega md2, it brings a lot of nostalgia)
the pace could be a bit faster, but pretty nice game in general!)
A very good looking game! I didn't quiet get it all yet, but I definately will. Sometime.
Decorating the truck at the moment :D coach.png
Really great piece of work and effort indeed. Congratulations!
Oh, it's a great game! I really like the feeling of protecting something somewhat questionable) The overall pace could be a little faster, but I understand that it's most certainly subjective. Cool, congratulations!
Really fun to play! Very dynamic and matches the theme literally)
Simply put, it's amazing) Really funny and overall enjoyable. Narrator voice is top notch.
Oh it's a very lovely game indeed! The lighting is very cool looking. It starts so calming, but in a few seconds it's a mayhem, which is a nice twist) So, it's 63.
Well, it's quite a good idea, but the implementation is a bit wonky. One biggest complain is - walls obscure enemies all the time. It makes hard to react. Music is adorable)
Tried to run toward the bench and was teleported a meter back. What a shame, I really wished to play after such an amazing intro! It's really funny)
That's challenging! Still trying to kill the snake! Great job!
Real shame. I'd love to play it!
Oooh that's so good! That Music level - it's as enjoyable as hell! I'd really love this game to be much longer. It's been a real pleasure, congratulations!
enjoyed playing it! Throwing logs is a lot of fun actually)
I really enjoyed it! So much dynamic! The mechanics are also very interesting. Artstyle and music are fantastic
I don't understand why, but I really enjoyed the game so much. Except times being brutally murdered. The rat is adorable) Great work!
Very cool game! The camera is a bit off tho. On the second attack some spruces covered the view. But I've managed to shoot every last one o'them) Simple but engaging gameplay! Keep up the good work!
What a cute game! Love atmosphere an graphics. What was not very clear for me is that I had to bump again and again into water instead of just standing close. It doesn't feel very natural. One more minor issue - water surface on the bottom of the map didn't replenish plant's water. In general - good job!
I like the way how simple it is. The idea itself is very cool and gives endless possibilities for level design. Cool game indeed.
The art is great! And audio matches really well. In general the game is funny and very well made! Good job!
Such a simple thing as a balloon, but so much drama output) That blue bird gave me some hard times. Not to mention the drones
The game is cool! Hard, but cool. Looks very interesting and music, as simple as it is, ads to suspense. One thing - I got stuck in a mining cart after the tunnel
@dmitry-kaidash @moffkalast @ironygames @vizitas @gmaanicus @jojo-the-clown @despdair @rextgun @gamepopper
Oooh! That's how you reply to the feedback here! Thank you so much everyone for the criticism and for playing my game ofcourse. I finally smashed that bug with a stuttering movement. It was not about physics or something, it was the camera :) Now movement is as smooth as it can be. That irregularity in energy flow - yes, my bad, it was not fixed to fps, now it's fixed as well. And yes, I had a vision about launching the rocket in the end. Well, time constraints. I fixed those things that needed to be fixed, but adding more features like the launch or animating wheels rotation is not that competition friendly. Let it stay as is for now.
Thank you for all your kind words about the graphics. I have a solid background in animation (tech-artist) and there is a ton of tricks in my sleeves to make such models in minutes) The hardest part was balancing and the concept itself for this game to stay engaging.
You, and people like you, make this place the way it is.
Thank you!
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It's absolutely beautiful! A very pleasing experience, thank you for this game!
The mood is really prominent, graphics and music are great too. Sounds are a bit off though. All in all the game is simple but fun
I really like it! Looks charming and well polished. Introduce a few more mechanics and make loads of levels and you are good to go to release it! Job well done!
My laptop is not that fancy, but I'm getting 3-5 fps in your game for some reason (for example fallout NV runs smoothly). The game looks beautiful though and the idea is pretty solid.
Really love the dynamics of this game! Camera is a little bit odd, but in general it is a great entry. It's mind boggling how people manage to create such an impressive work in 48 hours limit. Just wow.
A very entertaining experience that is! I love how the game was drawn and the music is nice as well! I don't know if it was supposed to be funny but it is. In a a very pleasant way🙂 Too much clicking the say. But you know, it's a clicker game! So far the best one I've played this Jam. Wish you good luck! 🦕🦕🦕
The artstyle looks amazing! Managed to get the big one, but it took some time. Loved it, a very good entry! Good Luck!
This game feels very good. Can't name a thing that's missing. Art is very appealing, gameplay is simple but entertaining. A really good game! Also love the retro vibe 🕹️
Wow! Really good game there! Spent half an hour playing it. Looks so cute and cozy and the gameplay is very captivating. Thanks for your submission and wish you all the luck!🥕🥦🥔
@velvetlobster there is a web version! Thanks!
https://kupnu4000.itch.io/the-inevitable-dominion
@velvetlobster its just Space or mouse click anywhere on the screen. You simply swap the cannon and the archer
@dmitrygalias Thanks, but what do you mean by "win"? There is absolutely no such thing as "win". History runs in circles as we all know. You only get to take a glimpse of what is destined to happen. In other words - no win, sorry🤓
@brotherst Ooh, you've managed to beat my highscore! Going to stay up all night now!🥸
Thanks for all the kind words everyone! It's a blast!💥
@icxon Thank you so much for playing! Now when I've read it, all of your suggestions seem just like being on the surface all the time, and it's hard to believe that they didn't cross our minds not even once! It fascinates me the most in game development. You simply wander around cool ideas that eager to be stumbled upon. Mind boggling.🍪
@garymarance Thanks! It's going to end up as a phone game eventually🦄
A really nice game! Absolutely love the way it looks. Arrows to control the character would be cool, but it's pretty much ok as it is. Great submission! Good Luck!🐰
Found your game in a stream. Looks very retro-styled, which is cool by the way. Had a lot of fun playing it. Cool entry! Wish you all the luck!
Very cool game! It would be really nice to smack some snowmen instead of collecting coins! ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)
is it ok to question all my life choises that lead me to this game? :D Just kidding, great prank game, made me laugh a lot, thank you!
this game feels like a start to something bigger! a great overall experience. Picture taking animation could be a little faster just to get back to exploring rith away, but it's not a big of an issue. Really love the atmosphere and graphics here, amazing job!
exceptionally hilarious :D and very much true. It started pretty innocent, but escalated quickly. It reminded me of a period in my life, but there is nothing better than to retire early! ret.png
din't expect taking out the trash to turn into an epic boss fight :D Very nice style choice - simple yet convincing. Great short game, thank you!
has a really cool retro vibe, nice sound, and the controls feel solid. Loved the atmosphere too. After a while it can get a bit repetative. Nice game tho! Congratulations on the submission!
This is a very nice game! Graphics ara great, overall atmosphere is goofy and funny, great job! Just one piece of advice - rate and comment other's games more so your game gets more visibitily with smart balance. Your game definately deserves to be seen and participate in ranking! Coming from experience - I can see it as a great mobile game with layers of mechanics on top of what already in it.
that's a beautiful game indeed! I really like the way I traverse the dungeon, very unusual yet comfortable controls! I stuck a few times in very narrow walkways, but it's nothing. Great entry, thank you!
can't say specifically why I like this game, but I definitely do! It's a nice, simple game that feeds the collector's mind, and it looks good too. What more could one want?
Such a wonderful entry! Finished it with pleasure. So many things that are right about this game, wow! The graphics are great and very well put together with music and sounds. The atmosphere is over the top. It's very relaxing to just run around and chat with all those characters. I like that I'm not involved in any activity for a change, just wondering around and buying struff! That's refreshing :D I truly loved it, thank you!
Putting the gem in its correct spot was difficult at first. But I got used to doing it over time, and it became easier. The game is great and unique, and definitely has potential! Congratulations on your submission!
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what a nice tower defence game! I really like the atmosphere and those dark little dudes that whant to rip me apart :D I felt a little nausious picking up xp orbs at first, but then I got the multiple pickup upgrade and it was a big relief! I'm sure this game has a potential and a lot of room for layering more mechanichs! Great job guys!
technical note: on 3440x1440 monitor some portion of UI creeped off the screen. It doesn't ruin the gameplay in any way, but better be fixed
This is a very cool game, indeed! The mechanics are simple, but for some reason, half an hour has gone by. It feels like a good thing! The art, by the way, is great. Wonderful submission!
Really loved the art style! Super detailed and cool, with music and sound that add a lot to the mood. I had a big laugh gathering the first mushroom lol. Embedded version couldn't let me advance past the circle of musrooms, but fullscreen version works fine! Really funny + creepy = great game! Thank you for the experience!
what a funny game! Simply exploring the village with all those different gnomes is pure joy! The graphics are awesome and the whole tone of the game as well. Thank you!
very nice gardening puzzle game! I really love the the mechanics, it's easy at it's core, but makes you tweak the garden all the time. The art style is also is very appealing and adorable! Congratulations on the submission! I'd wishlist it would it be a Steam game.
Really cool retro vibe with great pixel art and music! Levels and puzzles are fun, and the weapon animation is a nice touch. Overall it’s engaging and well put together.
this is sucha funny game! The atmosphere is over the roof, it makes me smile all the time :D Kidnapping those little dudes is implemented very good and controls feel intuitive and tweaked well. Congratulations on the entr, I had a lot of fun, thank you! 👽
Really liked the visuals, and the whole hook mechanic - feels fun. Characters are nicely done too. Controls and aiming is a bit tricky though. Definately needs practicing. Overall it’s a cool experience! Thank you!
it's a great game! Finished it in one run but it's not a negative in any way! Had a lot of fun constructing my body while murdering footmen :D While being a simple game, it definately delivers. Controls are super intuitive and fine-tuned, atmospere is dark and depressing, and the humor is a nice touch! Thank you for the experience!
now that's a funny one! :D Voice acting is the best, gags are brilliant from start to finish! missed the last one creature, but still can afford a few ramens. Very nice short game, beautiful art and most important - it feels complete. Great approach for a jam game, congrats! If it was longer or even a complete steam game, I'd play it. No doubts about that.
I love this game! The graphics are great and are very well complemented by the music and bubbly sfx. It's waaay harder than I anticipated. I laughed my bum out hitting the strategically placed coral at the ceiling :D This small communication with the developer where he says "I know you will fail here" is precious! Great entry, thank you!
@koolruz Wow.. Thank you so much for your effort. It means a lot. No joke! All of the points you mentioned are completely valid and true. We really tried hard to make this game in time (we lost one day due to a bad game idea). There were so much variables on the table, and balancing them in a coherent way was almost impossible. We did the best we could to make it so the game could be beaten in about 15 to 20 minutes, so more people would be able to finish it without taking extra time from reviewing other games. This game will be released on Steam, so there will be TONS of cool stuff and upgrades. And we will definitely make sure that the balance is ok. Thank you again, it's amazing!🙏🙏🙏
This is a very beautiful game! It made me laugh many times! Thank you! The concept is simple, but still engaging! I've finished the game (poor farmers🪦)
very nice game! I like the tether mechanic and the game offers all means to stay safe and navigate the level without frustration, great job! The aesthetics of the game are also very good despite being simplistic. Thank you!
pure fun! This game escalates quickly and provides you a non-stop supply of dopamine! Please listen to this - spend one more month on this game and you will be more than ready to release it on Steam. Usually, I set my timer for reviewing a game for 15 minutes to cover more games, but this one took me away for much more. It's a great thing! One minor issue - the current implementation of controls requires me to press LMB much more often than is comfortable. We don't want our players to leave the game early. Not due to arthritis anyway. It would be more pleasant if the attacking was automatic and harvesting while holding down the mouse button. I understand that this would involve changing the stamina system in some way, but I am just pointing out an issue. Overall it's an amazing game! And Mr. Fungi says hi! :D
@senso oh I am definitely leaning into a full steam release. It completely makes sense. More so, I've picked up a few ideas from you :D You don't have anything to worry about though. As you say, they are similar in some ways, but different in so many others. Wish you all the best! Keep doing cool stuff!🐅
Wow! Congrats on the 1st place at FUN!! That's insane :)
what a lovely game! couldn't make stealing look more innocent myself :D The artstyle the atmosphere - it's just joyful to play. Very relaxing game, thank you!
the paddling is very satisfying, I really like the way it's implemented. And the artstyle is really clean, love it. This game is great. I'm not sure if it's supposed to be challenging, but I found myself very relaxed while playing it. Great job, thank you!
THIS. IS. AWESOME. I got eaten a few times though! A really cool game, I absolutely love it. And funny as hell. Congratulations on the submission! Wish you luck in rankings!
absolutely wonderful game! It tries to help the player in so many ways! I was too slow to understand it so I failed. 5 artifacts found though! And it was a lot of fun. Great mechanics, pacing, graphics and audio. Love it!
I love them orbital mechanics! Great premise of the game, nice controls and orbit manipulations! It was mentioned already, but yes, seeing a path before releasing the mouse button would be nice. Simple on the looks but complex on the mechanics. Beautiful job, thank you!
Really charming art and music, and the gameplay is both fun and tricky in a good way. Loved collecting all the different critters (which look awesome by the way). Overall it’s super enjoyable! Thank you!
Oh, the graphics are very good! I really like the style. The gameplay could use a bit of polish, but all in all, it's a really nice little game. I can't say I've ever played anything like it before! Good luck with the rankings, guys!
the story is heartbreaking :D nice little game in general! could be paced a bit faster and last a bit longer, but it's ok! congratulations on the submission, good luck in rankings!
what a wonderful game! Graphics are cool and the bot is adorable! The game could use some audio of course, but it plays all right nevertheless. Congratulations on the submission, great job!
It's a great game! Congrats guys! I couldn't imagine that Scissors, Paper, Rock could get such an addictive twist. Definitely has great potential for Steam games. The graphics are very cool and I love the colors. The game feels very polished.
Dunno if it's a bug or if it was already reported, but I still can play with nothing selected and the game doesn't advance any further (itch.io build)
an enjoyable game! I liked how you implemented the sensor to detect where the tower is. Very smart and unintrusive. I had a few challenges dodging bullets at first, but thats all about the skill. Nice nice game, thank you!
It's so simple but so funny! :D I really like how the goblin looks and the main concept of the game is fantastic! I had a lot of fun playing it, thank you!
nice game! The idea that I should flip cards all the time came a bit late, but I got it and then the real trading started! I love the graphics, the sharks are also cool as hell! Thank you and good luck in rankings!
What I understand clearly about this game is that I don't need to understand it. It just flows and it's fun. Ambience, atmosphere, visuals - all great! Relly, it's an interesting and the most unusual by far! Great angle at the theme, thank you!
A very nice little game! Graphics are gorgeous! Sound design is top notch too! Couldn't finish though, it was too hard for me, but I made him play for the first few levels, believe me! 🦆🦆🦆
what a beautiful game! very charming art style and sound design. I enjoyed every minute of it, good job! wish you luck in voting!
I really enjoyed the voxel graphics and overall atmosphere. The item collection and random levels make it engaging. The fear mechanic rises quickly, but you get what you get! With balance and polish, this game could become something special.
what a great entry, guys! emotional and very polished for a jam game. Definately one of the gems of the event, congrats!
a very cute game indeed! A nice entry for the first jam game, definately keep going! Skeleton man brutally murdered me a few times, but it's my own fault. Go rate other's games to increase visibility of your own game.
this is a very difficult and a very funny game! Pulling teeth out is so satisfying (evegy game jam makes me say things I never would've thougth I'll ever say)! The art style is exceptional and I totally love it! Thank you for the experience!
oh no! this is sooo good! completely forgot that I'm reviewing a game and just played it beacause it's so much fun! Exceptional work really. 21 unlocked but.. THE CROWN!! No idea at all. Probably somewhere on the secret party :D Would be an instant purchase if it was a Steam game.
My favourite pick to the moment
I really like this game! Very nice atmosphere and visuals, great job! And while the mechanics are simple, it's a bit challenging sometimes. Sprinkle it with some pickup sounds and a fail screen and it would feel complete. Great game, thank you!