AaAaAA!!! - A Reckless Disregard for Gravity
- September 3, 2009
- Dejobaan Games, LLC
- 4h median play time
Get on SteamIn "AaAaAA!! - A Reckless Disregard for Gravity," you BASE jump through a floating city, making your own stunts and delighting fans with quick reflexes and strategic decisions. Judge's score your jumps based on your ability to navigate the urban obstacle course, and performing daring actions earns cheers and higher scores. The game challenges you to think quickly as you deal with various situations like protesters, and stick the landing for the win.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a unique and humorous concept that keeps players engaged.
- Gameplay is fast-paced and addictive, providing a thrilling experience as players navigate through obstacles.
- The graphics and soundtrack contribute to a vibrant and entertaining atmosphere.
- The game can become repetitive quickly, with many levels feeling similar to one another.
- Technical issues, such as crashes and poor controls, detract from the overall experience.
- There are better versions available, making this iteration feel somewhat outdated and less appealing.
- humor61 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in this game is a defining feature, characterized by a unique blend of surreal and offbeat comedy that resonates with players, often drawing comparisons to the styles of Douglas Adams and Monty Python. While some jokes may fall flat or feel overly random, the overall experience is described as entertaining and engaging, with many players appreciating the quirky and sometimes absurd humor woven throughout the gameplay. Despite mixed opinions on execution, the game's comedic elements contribute significantly to its charm and enjoyment.
“The humor in this game is its backbone; it's everywhere.”
“The unique blend of humor and surprisingly interesting world they've built here is worth a look.”
“The gameplay, the style, and the humor is extremely enjoyable.”
- gameplay55 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 64 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its unique base-jumping mechanics and fast-paced, arcade-style action, offering a mix of fun and challenge, though it can become repetitive over time. While the core mechanics are simple and engaging, many players find the overall experience lacking in polish and depth, with some criticizing the user interface and late-game grindiness. Despite its innovative concept and humorous style, the gameplay may not sustain long-term interest for all players.
“The gameplay is simple, but challenging, and keeps you shooting for the highest score.”
“Unique and challenging gameplay, entertainment throughout.”
“Crazy cool, arcade-style gameplay that gives you just enough things to pay attention to and a sense of humor that is in a class of its own.”
“Late game becomes grindy and the overall gameplay is underwhelming to say the least.”
“The name of the game really attracted my attention, but the gameplay and mechanics just aren't there for me.”
“Voice acting is annoying and the gameplay is repetitive.”
- graphics43 mentions
- 19 % positive mentions
- 74 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are generally described as basic and dated, reminiscent of early 2000s titles, with some reviewers noting a lack of polish and occasional glitches. While some players appreciate the unique art style and vibrant visuals, others find them simplistic and distracting, detracting from the overall experience. Overall, the graphics are seen as a mixed bag, with some enjoyment derived from their quirky aesthetic, but many agree that they do not elevate the gameplay significantly.
“The graphics are decent and overall it's pretty damn fun to play this.”
“Graphically, right from the first split second of the menu screen, this game is a thrill to play.”
“The visuals are cool and the gameplay is certainly ambitious.”
“It's quite a plain and simple runner with very basic graphics that may have been quite a hit back in the late 2000s but gets old far too quickly by today's standards.”
“The graphics themselves look like things you'll see in a game from the early 2000s and aren't magnificent.”
“The graphics heavily distract from the game, and don't add to it at all.”
- music39 mentions
- 64 % positive mentions
- 28 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many praising its energetic and fitting soundtrack that enhances the gameplay experience, particularly in creating a vibrant atmosphere. Some users highlight the soundtrack as a standout feature, describing it as superb, addictive, and well-suited to the game's pace, while others find it forgettable or not strong enough to stand alone. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's appeal, with a notable emphasis on its techno and cyberpunk influences.
“I enjoy it for the weird almost cyberpunk atmosphere and soundtrack.”
“The music is perfect for the game; the offbeat sense of humor works.”
“This game has an amazing techno-trance/rave soundtrack that always keeps you on the tips of your toes.”
“Very little to say here.. there's no story, the visuals are mediocre at best, and the music is forgettable.”
“Music: not good enough to listen to on its own, but well suits the pace of the game.”
“The graphic quality is excusable for a 2009 indie game and I don't remember the music being bad.”
- story16 mentions
- 19 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The game's narrative is primarily composed of a collection of short stories, ranging from humorous to unsettling, rather than a cohesive plot. While some players appreciate the unique storytelling approach and the humor embedded in the gameplay, others criticize the lack of a substantial storyline and mediocre visuals. Overall, the game offers a refreshing but fragmented narrative experience that may not satisfy those seeking a deeper, more engaging story.
“It is the deepest game of the 21st century and is easily the greatest example of storytelling in any medium, the Citizen Kane of video games, proving that interactive fiction can truly become art.”
“Storyline is told through the level selection by the stoner radio host.”
“One of the more solid twitch-gameplay titles I've played in a long time, packaged with developer Dejobaan Games's signature wit, and a healthy dose of surreal backstory.”
“The game itself doesn't have so much as a plot as it does a lot of kind of short stories that act like audio books.”
“Very little to say here.. there's no story, the visuals are mediocre at best, and the music is forgettable.”
“There's no real story to speak of.”
- replayability10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
Overall, the game offers significant replayability primarily through highscore challenges and leaderboards, encouraging players to improve their skills and compete with friends. However, some reviewers noted that the depth of replay value is limited, as it largely revolves around score-chasing rather than diverse gameplay experiences. While many levels are enjoyable to replay, the lack of additional content or variety may leave some players wanting more.
“There's a lot of replayability though, with leaderboards and really just trying to improve your own skills.”
“The game is very high-score oriented, so the most replay value comes from reaching the best score you possibly can on each level, and while that could sound dull to some, I really enjoyed playing it.”
“It can be played in small installments as each 'map' is rather short, but there are lots of them and they're replayable.”
“It's a pity, because the later levels are the better ones in the game, but ultimately, since the replayability is based off of the levels you've unlocked, it doesn't feel like there's a great deal of depth beyond what you see on the surface.”
“So other than the drive to best your score, there's little else giving the game replay value.”
“The only lasting appeal/replay value is trying to beat your friends' leaderboard scores.”
- grinding5 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and laborious, particularly in the late game where unlocking new zones requires repetitive play to achieve high scores. The necessity to replay levels multiple times to earn sufficient points leads to a sense of underwhelming gameplay and frustration. Many reviewers suggest that reducing the point requirements could alleviate the grind.
“Late game becomes grindy and the overall gameplay is underwhelming to say the least.”
“It's just tedious to keep replaying levels until you can unlock new ones.”
“The game gets tedious and laborious fast.”
- atmosphere4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is characterized by a unique, cyberpunk aesthetic complemented by an engaging soundtrack, creating an immersive experience. Players appreciate the challenging gameplay set against a backdrop of fun and quirky maps, enhancing the overall enjoyment and value of the game.
“I enjoy it for the weird, almost cyberpunk atmosphere and soundtrack.”
“One of my favorite indie games on Steam; challenging but really fun to play with great atmosphere and music.”
“A lot of fun maps with Dejobaan's weird atmosphere make this game well worth its asking price.”
“Jump from the upper atmosphere, trying to fly next to buildings as close as possible without becoming a lump of indistinguishable flesh.”
- emotional3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game evokes strong emotions by presenting a poignant adaptation of "The Bridge," capturing the heart-wrenching themes of loss and despair through its gameplay mechanics, where players experience the gravity of falling and the consequences of touching the ground. This unique approach transforms a seemingly simple bungee jumping concept into a profound exploration of emotional depth.
“An accurate and heart-wrenching video game adaptation of 'The Bridge,' a 2006 British-American documentary film by the acclaimed visionary Eric Steel.”
“This game evokes deep emotions, making players reflect on the fragility of life and the impact of their choices.”
“The narrative and gameplay intertwine beautifully, creating a poignant experience that stays with you long after playing.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
While the game features appealing graphics, players have reported occasional glitches that affect overall stability, though the experience remains enjoyable.
“The game offers some nice graphics, although there are some ugly glitches here and there, which detracts from the overall experience.”
“I frequently encounter crashes that disrupt my gameplay, making it hard to enjoy the game.”
“The stability issues are frustrating; I often find myself getting kicked out of matches unexpectedly.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The optimization aspect of the game is critiqued for focusing on performance metrics related to falling, suggesting that the gameplay may not be well-balanced or refined in terms of mechanics.
“Instead, you are graded on your performance at falling.”
“The game runs poorly on even high-end systems, making it frustrating to play.”
“There are frequent frame drops and stuttering, which ruin the overall experience.”
