 Mushroom Men revives an old-school retired gamer! |
| Review Date: December 13, 2008 |
| Reviewer: T. Sommer, Arlington, TX USA |
I haven't been a huge video game player for some time now. Other hobbies, etc, have drawn me away from these activities over the years. I recently got myself a Wii to spice up some of my parties. I heard about Mushroom Men through some friends and thought it looked really cool and interesting, so I gave it a shot. I must say, this game may have really revived my gaming spirit! I had to go out to a concert last night but didn't want to leave because I was in the middle of playing this game! I also had a party last weekend and people were up at my house until 4am playing it. They couldn't get enough!
Being that I haven't played a lot of video games in the last few years, I found the ability to control Pax the way I wanted to pretty intuitive. I figured I would be a mess from not having honed those game controller skills that my gaming friends possess, but I was pleasantly surprised to find myself maneuvering our "fun guy" around fairly well right off the bat.
Throw in the great dialog and really fun soundtrack by none other than bass hero Les Claypool (of Primus for the uninitiated), coupled with the whimsical and clever scenery (look for the fun "Dr. Salts," "PC Cola," "Jello Kitty," and other satirical "product" logos) and "weapons", and you have the makings for one really fun and unique game. Addictive might be an even better adjective for describing it.
Being that I'm not an avid gamer, it will probably take me longer to clear further levels, but so far, this game has bee nothing but a good time. Only thing I could ask for is the ability to save games mid-level, but I'm guessing that's not how games like this work.
Get Mushroom Men folks! It's fun for all ages! |
Love this game!
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| Review Date: December 7, 2008 |
| Reviewer: Sandra Kerley, |
I purchased this game a couple of days ago and it has me hooked! The graphics are fantastic and so are the sound effects. I am not a hard-core game player and often times have become frustrated with some of the video games I have played. The rating is appropriate and this is the type of game that can be played and enjoyed by someone from the age of around 9 to 100!
I would like to have seen a better multi-player function in the game. Other than that, it is hours of fun and unlike some games that are similar to others with only different characters and surroundings,this one is unique.
I hope to have a DS lite one day and will be adding the Mushroom Men game for the DS on my wish list!
Way to go Red Fly Productions! Give us more! |
If you suspect you might like it, you probably will.
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| Review Date: February 7, 2009 |
| Reviewer: Fryfat, San Francisco, CA |
This is one of those games that you can actually judge by the cover. Let me break it down:
1) The cover looks like it came straight out of 90's concert poster.
2) If you're a fan of that style, undoubtedly you're a fan of Primus, whose main man Les Claypool does the soundtrack.
3) Since you enjoy the style, you're going to have fun exploring the world which is incredibly detailed - brand name puns, current event references, even little things like a note lying on the ground is a real note, complete with a story about how aliens are stealing our oil and selling it back to us at $150 a barrel.
4) Just look at the name. Mushroom Men. You know it's going to be weird and contain offbeat humor, and you're right.
The bulk of the joy I get from this game is from the style, but the classic platformer elements and control is quite good, I especially enjoy gliding (seems like you can fly forever!) and using the sticky-hand "grapling hook". But the style and the funny content keep me exploring each level, and that's an important element in any platformer.
If playing a mushroom in a game that looks like a concert poster while listening to Les Claypool sounds as cool to you as it does to me, then this game is for you. I was really excited about Mushroom Men but held off on buying because someone told me it was just okay. I'm glad I paid attention to Amazon's user reviews instead of metacritic when deciding to buy this game - Mushroom Men is exactly what I wanted.
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Reminds me of Abe's Odyssey
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| Review Date: January 1, 2009 |
| Reviewer: Nancy Shen, |
The first thing this game reminds me of was the wonderful (and much missed) Abe's Odyssey from Oddworld. The characters are fun to play with and the world in which it inhabits adds many different elements to the game.
I'm still working through the level, so the review is not complete, but it's no doubt that this has the potential to be a very big hit.
Get this game. |
Where are the positive reviews coming from?
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| Review Date: August 13, 2010 |
| Reviewer: Shane Allen Windham, Dallas, TX |
| After playing most of this game, I really don't understand why there are so many positive reviews here. I'll admit that the good reviews and the cool cover art is what lead me to buy the game. Even when I read G4's negative review, I still thought perhaps this was one of those games that the bigshots reviewed negatively, but that was actually a good game. Sadly, I was mistaken. This game failed to bring much of anything to the table. It's all bad controls, bad gameplay, bad graphics. Just bad. And I normally wouldn't bring up graphics when it comes to gaming. I mean, graphics shouldn't count for a whole lot. But these are really bad. It almost feels like insult to injury in this case. Even being the advanced gamer that I am, I couldn't always tell where I was supposed to go or do. Maybe there are people out there who really do like this game. But I have a feeling that most of these reviews aren't real. I can't see how they could be. My advice? Skip this game. |
Very pleasantly surprised!
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| Review Date: January 2, 2010 |
| Reviewer: Stefanie, San Diego |
| I read one review that said that if you think you might like it you probably will and I did! Nice graphics, easy controller use, good tutorials that are not too long and boring. Very little dialog (compared to some games). Level goals are easy to understand and you learn new tricks (powers) as you progress through the levels You also build new weapons with items you find along your way. Great for adults, and kids. Young children would have trouble with this game but kids around 10 would be able to navigate this game just fine. If nothing else borrow it from someone and give it a shot. It's a evening well spent. |
Silly game and a were good way to kill time
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| Review Date: April 30, 2009 |
| Reviewer: K. Malladi, T.Oaks, CA |
Its not your Resident evil kind; none of the 'serious' killing. But, if you like something thats light but gives you enuff chance to kill the 'baddies', then you will like the game.
Its gets a little easier as you go along, there is not much in the shape of puzzle(s) to unlock. So, you probably wont play it the second time around. Its very interesting while you keep playing, though.
You kid will pro'ly like it more (and will definitely enjoy the fun more), than a 30+ year old like me. I still recommend the adults to have a go - for simple fun, if nothing else. |
fun game so far!
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| Review Date: January 14, 2009 |
| Reviewer: fashionista, bay area, ca |
Mushroom Men is arguably one of the most fun puzzle games out right now. The box says its a two player game and it can be but really its one player with a backup helper. This means that the first player does most of the work but second player is like the side kick and can help heal player one faster as well as help fight against enemies when sporekinesis is available. With two people playing, its more fun because you're helping each other get through the levels and have brain power working! Its not just another mindless game although I suppose at times it can be.
I haven't completed the game yet and am currently stuck in the house level haha but its worth playing. The graffics could have been a bit clearer but once your eyes adjust to them its not so bad. The music is good for the most part even if it is repetitive. Mushroom Men were given their own language so you do have to read the captions to know what they're saying to follow along with the story but its an easy read and funny sometimes. Oh yea, the B button will most def. be your friend throughout the game. |
Mushroom Men
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| Review Date: October 28, 2009 |
| Reviewer: Cindy K., Houston, Texas |
| My son loved this game. I loved the ad on Amazon.com. He hasn't completed this game, yet. It involves a good bit of problem-solving. We homeschool and it was nice to find a fun way to illustrate that fungi are sort of in a world of their own, invisibly working but in plain sight, if you really look. |
Great 3-D platformer.....possible the best.
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| Review Date: October 20, 2009 |
| Reviewer: Mark A. Giangiuli, McDonough, Ga |
| If you like Super mario galaxy you'll like this one too. Controls are great and almost the same as Super mario galaxy. This is one of the best 3-D platformers I have played. Great artwork through out the entire game. Quite an imagination to design this one with all the bizarre characters and bosses. Puzzles, mazes, fun bosses. Soundtrack is fantastic(Les Claypool is one of my favorite musicians). This is a keeper in my book. You won't be disappointed. I bought it new for $17 delivered. It's worth more than full retail price of $30 if you ask me. I couldn't find one problem with this game. |
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