Storm Score 80 out of 100
Reviews 2 published
Outlets 2 publications
Top Outlet Digital Trends highest score
% Positive 100% acclaim+

Critics' Consensus

“Critics praise Penny's Big Breakaway for its unique, fun 3D platforming and stylish blend of retro gameplay with modern indie flair, though they note it doesn’t reach the genre’s highest standards.”

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80 / 100
Tier Distribution 2 reviews total
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Universal Acclaim (90–100): 0 reviews
Critically Acclaimed (70–89): 2 reviews
Mixed Reception (<70): 0 reviews

Critical Assessment

What Critics Praise

  • Unique control scheme
  • Clever yo-yo mechanics
  • Encourages mastery
  • Satisfying Sophisticated Controls
  • Excellent Level Design
  • Strong Style Art Direction

Points of Contention

  • Unmemorable characters
  • Bad boss fights
  • Narrative depth
  • Tedious Enemy Encounters
  • Frustrating Bosses
  • Limited Checkpoints

Professional Reviews

2 reviews from 2 critics
80
Tomas Franzese
Digital Trends

“Penny's Big Breakaway isn't one of the genre's greats, but it's a very unique and fun 3D platformer.”

Acclaimed 4/5
80
Jordan Minor
PCMag

“Penny's Big Breakaway combines retro gameplay with modern indie innovation to create a stylish 3D platformer that plays well and radiates creativity.”

Acclaimed 4/5

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