Underplayed Gems

Bad Pad (2018)

Bad Pad cover
Developer
Headbang Games, Oray Studios
Publisher
Headbang Games
Platforms
Windows, Linux
Genres
Action, Indie
Rating
4.3 of 5, 49 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 7.0 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A fast-paced retro platformer with a humorous story, rock soundtrack, and tight controls across diverse levels.

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What players say

Players compare Bad Pad to Super Meat Boy with a metroidvania twist, praising its responsive controls, heavy metal soundtrack, and generous save points. The difficulty is described as challenging but fair, though some players find the large level designs and boss fights frustrating. The developer is noted for quickly fixing bugs.

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