ENTROPOLY

by Wills Blackett

The Developer Says...

ENTROPOLY is a time-trial platformer inspired by platform fighters. Wavedash into the psychedelic realms of the elements and help Poly fight chaos to restore balance.

Players Like...

❤ Fluid, Customizable Controls That Emulate Melee

Players consistently praise the game's exceptional platforming controls and movement mechanics, which closely emulate the iconic Super Smash Bros. Melee. Reviewers describe the protagonist Poly's movement as "buttery," "crispy," and "very satisfying," with the ability to perform advanced techniques like wavedashing, moonwalking, and ledge-canceling. This deep, skill-expressive movement system is often cited as the game's greatest strength, providing a high skill ceiling for players to master. The controls are also highly customizable, allowing users to tweak deadzones, sensitivity, and button mapping to their liking, including native support for the GameCube controller. This level of control customization is appreciated, as it enables players to fine-tune the feel to their personal preferences.

❤ Challenging, Replayable Levels Inspired by "Break the Targets"

The campaign levels task players with navigating through various environmental hazards and obstacles using Poly's advanced movement capabilities. While the base levels may not be overly difficult to complete, the true depth comes from the pursuit of optimizing one's time and movement to achieve the fastest possible clear times. This time-trial focused gameplay loop is frequently compared to the "Break the Targets" mode from the Smash Bros. series, where players strive to find the most efficient routes and execute pixel-perfect maneuvers to shave off seconds from their run. The inclusion of online leaderboards further fuels this competitive spirit, as players compete to set the fastest times on each level. Despite the short campaign length, reviewers praise the levels for their replayability, as players continually seek to improve their performance through mastery of the game's mechanics.

❤ Vibrant, Cohesive Presentation

The game's visual style is described as "psychedelic" and "colorful," with each elemental-themed world offering a distinct and vibrant aesthetic. The pixel art and animations are praised for their quality, with Poly's movements being particularly well-animated. The soundtrack is also well-received, with the jazzy, electronic-infused compositions complementing the gameplay and setting the tone for each world. While some players note that certain tracks can become repetitive over prolonged play sessions, the music is generally described as catchy and enjoyable. Overall, the game's presentation successfully creates an engaging, cohesive, and visually striking experience that complements the tight, skill-based platforming at the core of the experience.

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