Ballfrog

Ballfrog is built around movement first, and that makes it appealing to players who enjoy platforming that feels a little odd and physical rather than clean and automatic. By our assessment, the best thing about Ballfrog is the simple core idea: the frog-ball movement gives each jump and correction a slightly awkward, tactile rhythm that can make success feel earned. The downside is also built into that same idea, because a quirky control scheme can be demanding before it becomes second nature. In practice, this sort of game asks for timing, patience, and a willingness to learn the feel of the character before the fun really opens up. It sits closer to nimble indie platformers than to polished mascot games, and the learning curve is part of the package. Ballfrog is not trying to be broad, and that narrowness is where it gets its charm.