Fraymakers

Last updated: 2025-09-06

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Summary
  • Incomplete and overpriced early access game
  • Poor online play and netcode issues
  • Excellent gameplay and visuals
  • Robust modding and workshop support
  • Strong platform fighter potential
  • Wait for full release or significant updates
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Categories

Platform FighterCompetitive MultiplayerLocal MultiplayerMod SupportCharacter CustomizationSandbox CreationAssist MechanicsSkill-Based Mastery

Emotions

Disappointment20%Frustration18%Satisfaction16%Hope11%Excitement9%
Reviews
(sample size)
215
Helpful reviews
68%
Unhelpful reviews
31%
Protest reviews
1%
Positive points
354
Negative points
391
Gameplay points
35
Perf. points
21
Rec. points
133
Misc points
88
Point
Excellent Gameplay and Visuals
Description
Players consistently praise the game's fluid, responsive, and fun gameplay, highlighting its tight controls and engaging combat system. The 2D pixel art graphics, smooth animations (especially at 60fps), and overall visual appeal are frequently lauded, often compared favorably to 3D games.
Importance
56%
Robust Modding and Workshop Support
Description
The game's extensive Steam Workshop support and accessible modding tools (Fraytools) are major selling points. Players appreciate the ability to create and download a vast array of custom content, including characters, stages, and sounds, which significantly enhances replayability and compensates for limited official content.
Importance
51%
Strong Platform Fighter Potential
Description
Many players see the game as a promising platform fighter, often drawing comparisons to titles like Super Smash Bros. and Rivals of Aether. It's recognized for its solid engine, unique mechanics, and potential to become a leading game in the genre, offering both accessibility and depth.
Importance
37%
Unique Character Roster and Assists
Description
The game features a diverse and humorous cast of characters, including indie crossovers and meme-inspired creations, each with unique and respectful movesets. The innovative assist system is particularly praised for adding depth, dynamism, and a unique way to represent non-playable characters, allowing for creative combo opportunities.
Importance
29%
Good Value and Early Access Quality
Description
Players find the game to be a good value for its price, especially for an Early Access title. It's considered enjoyable and well-polished even in its current state, with many noting its potential for future improvements and its suitability for playing with friends, both online and locally.
Importance
20%
Excellent Music and Stage Design
Description
The game's soundtrack receives high praise for its quality, variety, and effective remastering of indie classics. Additionally, the stages, though few, are well-designed, visually appealing, and contribute positively to the gameplay experience.
Importance
14%