Flipping Death

When the issues of a game are rolled and stomped by its greatness, then it’s something to invest on if you have some spare.

But despite all of its problems, there’s just something about Flipping Death that wins you over. The combination of puzzles and platforming is a winning one, especially when served with lashings of humour. Expanding upon the mechanics first introduced in Stick it to the Man, there’s nothing else quite like Flipping Death out there, making it a compelling adventure for gamers that like things out of the ordinary. Plus, how often do you get to play as Death?

If you like your games with an offbeat sense of humour and plenty of personality, Flipping Death comes recommended. Its central game design hook of flipping between life and death makes for an interesting world to navigate and puzzles to solve, and its characters are so oddball and endearing you’ll want to hear every conversation in full, not to mention find out how it all ends.

The spiritual successor to the fantastic Stick It To The Man trades simple mind-reading for full mind control, as filling in for the grim reaper proves to be a hilariously good time.

Being dead isn't all that bad when Death itself grants you the power to possess the living. Flipping Death is certainly a unique and innovative adventure so put on your goth makeup and get ready for a crazy time!

If you can get past some of Flipping Death's jank, you will find a hilarious comedy game to you'll want to see through. It liked the visuals and characters so much that I always wanted to see what or who Flipping Death would have me processes or do next. If the idea sounds interesting to you or the art style catches your eye, you'll likely enjoy the game. Others will probably be turned off by the glitches and platforming sections.

However, it had some pretty big shoes to fill, and it left me slightly wanting. I really hope this isn’t the last we see of this universe, and I’d love to eventually get a direct sequel to Ray’s adventures from the original, but this serves as a wonderful appetizer in the meantime. If you’re looking for some low stakes, goofy fun, you could do far worse.

A slight disappointment after the surprise hit of Stick It To The Man, but still one of the best modern day equivalents to LucasArts style comedy and puzzling.