Super Crush KO

I just love the look and feel of this little game, and I appreciate that it has just enough of a challenge to it while being quite forgiving... to a point: the bosses feel like hitting a wall, every time I play; and I think I finally hit one I won't get past without hanging up the controller for a while and coming back to replay the whole thing over, hopefully catching on to a trick I can use later on that I may have missed. So, that's not actually a complaint. I [i]want[/i] the excuse to replay from the start. I really can't get enough of short games that reward me for patience, without being abjectly constantly frustrating.

Super Crush KO is a solid 2D beat-em-up that plays well and is visually very pleasing. It has a simple combo system and the opposition is mostly fodder to show off your mechanical abilities. It’s an entry level action game but I don’t mean that as an insult or as denigration. The streamlined moveset and general easiness of the game mean that it’s a good way to get the high of skillful action gameplay without huge investment. Like the videogame equivalent of solvent abuse. The plotline is fluffy and light, it mainly exists to provide context for the gameplay and as a vehicle for the occasional joke. Visually and musically the game is strong. Bright pastel colors and a poppy soundtrack make the game readable and energetic without becoming too busy or overwhelming. If you’re thinking about getting into character action games this is an excellent starting point, and if you’re a veteran of the genre then this is a good low-key indie example to relax with.