Clay's Reverie: another way to play platformer (IGF China 2011 Finalist)

Discussion in 'Upcoming iOS Games' started by Wen, Oct 17, 2011.

  1. LOLavi

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    Awww i forgot to give testflight! Can I still get in? [email protected] is my testflight.
     
  2. smes3817

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    PM sent if I'm not too late. This game looks fantastic!
     
  3. nikhsterboi

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    If you're still accepting TestFlight apps, my email is: [email protected]
    I'd prefer you add my iPhone 4S. Thanks!
     
  4. Justin1500

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    I'm beta-testing this and so far I'm enjoying every minute! Beatiful graphics, great controls, high replay-valuable!

    It's a fun game!
     
  5. LOLavi

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    Thanks got in! So when am I receiving build? :D
     
  6. williamsyee

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    Here is the review for Clay's Reverie after play for several hours..

    Feedback:
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    -Difficult to get 5 full stars, you have to collect all stars and with full life. I left 1 life and collected all stars and it gives me 1.5/5 stars
    -Should include a confirm message like "touch to start" after lost a life.
    -Should have a checkpoint indicator on map.
    -Adding alternative path to pass that particular level would be great. e.g. level 2-3, you need to take every bomb power-ups in order to pass that level, so if you miss any bomb power-ups you are finished.
    -Spikes and walls are too sensitive, my platform is same level with those spikes and I can't go through.
    -Do you guys integrate with game center in future?
    -In future should include more levels, 20 levels are just too little.

    General Impression:
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    -Game play is interesting, 3 types of power-ups for transformation, avoid all kinds of obstacles, and collect all stars (50 stars)
    -Game control is easy, tilt to move right or left, and move up and down with platform.
    -Game graphic is well polished in my opinion.
    -Interface is clean, simple, and user friendly.
    -Sound effect and background music is good. Just missing some sound effects like boom sound effect, and stone break all spikes sound effect.

    That's it for the feedback. :)
     
  7. LOLavi

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    Okay so I love this game a lot, very fresh :) Here's what I like and what I don't. Do note, I've only played 2 levels

    Likes:

    -Awesome graphics and sounds
    -Responsive and original controls
    -Great level design

    What I don't like though is that getting 5 stars is tough, even on level 1. You should make level 1 easier as it's still a learning level and that's why it was tough to get 5 stars, after playing level 2 I got back there and then got 5 stars.
     
  8. LOLavi

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    Yeah well I love the controls! Original and responsive, hope no one suggests to change them ;) Levels are all great with a good smooth difficulty curve. I tried onee of the later levels, wow, it was tough! But yeah, thankfully it's not a straight jump to doom. I think you should disable having the opportunity to play any level. Like usually games like AB and CtR have. Not star based but just simply after completed next level unlocks. I also love the power ups, especially the bomb one. :) Only thing I want you to change is te star rating, its way too harsh.
     
  9. Drsponge

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    My review:

    - Absolutely stunning game. The colors and animations pop out at me on my Iphone 4S. Beautifully drawn!

    - The controls are so intuitive and I was able to pick up and play. The rotation aspect keeps you on your feet and I got hooked pretty quickly.

    - I enjoy the star system because it makes you want to go back and collect them all and get a higher score.

    - I like how you can change from Slow to Normal speeds. This is a great addition for people who want an easier/harder experience.

    - The power ups are really useful for getting through tough obstacles.

    - The variation of level designs are brilliantly thought out and I never felt like I was playing the same level

    - The music is easy to listen to and never gets repetitive.

    Cons:

    - Sometimes when I died, the game would go back to place me before the obstacle, but it wouldn't place me in a good spot, so I kept on dying at the same spot until I had to restart. This only occurred once or twice, but it was sort of a pain to have to go back and play again.

    - At first I was having some difficulty with the first level, but after a couple of minutes I was able to pass. Maybe some sort of tutorial/easy level to begin the game would be a good idea.

    Suggestions:

    Game Center Support

    Boss Level?

    More Levels.

    Final Words:

    Beautiful game! I hope you guys do well in the app store!
     
  10. Justin1500

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    I kinda agree that there should be checkpoints, because sometimes when you lose a life you respawn before an obstacle. A 'touch to start'-sign after you respawned would be helpful, indeed! As someone said, a tutorial level, where you learn how to use the 3 power-ups would be handy! Anyway, I like the game so far: smooth controls, beautiful graphics, addictive and original gameplay!

    In the future I would like to see: More levels, more power-ups and achievments (what I would like is a shop where u can buy skins for the main characte and different stuff, this isn't really important though so you could just ignore this ;) )
     
  11. williamsyee

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  12. LOLavi

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    Thanks, will definitely enjoy my code :) Congratz, I hope such an awesome game will do well in the Store!
     
  13. LookingForGames

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    Cool thanks for letting us know the release date:)
     
  14. wolfpowpow

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    this game looks cool. I am looking forward to it
     
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    Don't know how or why, but the game's actually out wolfpowpow.

    EDIT: *shakes fist at Echoseven* :p
     
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    Muahahaha! :p

    I thought it was coming out today, did a search and there it was.
     
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    I could swear I saw the thread for it earlier in the day, and then saw people posting in here like it wasn't out. Like I said, I'm not sure why it's out considering the dev said it was due on the 25th, but...ummm...yeah. :p
     
  19. gamerjames22

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    looks good to me.. looking forward to it... when is it out?
     

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