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Review of Caveblazers on Nintendo Switch

by Gemma Looksby Gemma Looksby photo Jan 2019
Cover image of Caveblazers on Switch
Gamefings Score: 7.5
Platform: Switch Switch logo
Released: 10 Jan 2019
Genre: Roguelike Platformer
Developer: Deadpan Games
Publisher: Yogscast Games

Introduction

Who needs a cape when you can have a pickaxe? Welcome to Caveblazers, a somewhat cheeky roguelike platformer where you'll dig your way through dungeons that sprout like an overgrown weed after too many rainy days. Forget about those pristine, linear game designs; this adventure is about dodging traps, facing impending death, and collecting enough loot to make a pirate jealous-all while asking yourself, "Didn't I just encounter this boss twice already?"

Gameplay

Caveblazers tosses you headfirst into procedurally-generated dungeons filled with a delightful assortment of enemies that want to turn you into Swiss cheese. Each run feels like a rollercoaster of emotional highs and lows-one moment, you're literally thwacking a bat with a wooden stick, and the next, you're getting stabbed in the back by a skeleton. It's all in a day's work, right? Players must navigate through numerous floors, collecting gold, weapons, and items that have effects so random they make a box of Lucky Charms look predictable. With every fleeting run, you'll see upgrades unlocked for future lives, which unfurls like the world's most annoying skill tree. Get ready to level up your character and juggle a plethora of potions that could turn you into a buff powerhouse or an overly confident potato-surprise! Want a little extra spice? The game features a Daily Challenge where everyone gets a brand new mishmash of items, which means both you and your friends are stumbling down the same daggers in different, albeit consistently embarrassing, ways. And don't forget about local co-op-nothing says "bonding experience" like watching your buddy fall into a pit and scream like a banshee. Take that, trust!

Graphics

Visually, Caveblazers opts for pixel art that screams 'retro charm' louder than a grandma at a bingo hall. Colors pop, environments have a certain quirky appeal, and the kooky enemy designs remind you that video game character designers have excellent imaginations-especially after too many energy drinks. The animations are smooth enough to make the character resemble a hyperactive gopher on espresso, but don't come expecting iconic artistry akin to a Renaissance painting; you're entering a whimsical, chaotic realm of dungeon-crawling antics with a splash of cartoon violence. Some might find the graphics a bit uninspired after a while, but hey, the gameplay is the real treasure here, isn't it?

Conclusion

Caveblazers is like that unpredictable friend who never follows the plans you set but somehow always makes for a good time. Despite its rogue-ish flaws-like limited variety in environments and a tendency towards repetitiveness-the fast-paced action, chaotic gameplay, and delightful loot system make it a worthwhile addition to your gaming lineup. While it's certainly not going to change the gaming world, it offers up just enough fun and chaos for those suffering from too much seriousness in life. So grab your pickaxe, throw on your bravest face, and dive into the juicy depths of Caveblazers. Just remember: one wrong move could send you spiraling into doom-literally. But who knows? You might just rediscover your inner spelunker, and let's be honest, that's a "cave-tastic" journey worth taking, with or without the minerals.

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