Air Forte

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Air Forte is a high-altitude game of math, vocabulary, and geography. Compete with friends or fly solo in the various arenas. Good luck, pilot!

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Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Co-Op Team up with friends to complete levels or missions together
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
PvP Player versus Player - Fight against other players in real-time, often in arena-style combat
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

57%

Audience ScoreBased on 72 reviews

humor4 positive mentions

stability2 negative mentions

The game has a charming presentation with cute graphics and a quirky sense of humor, making it enjoyable for kids.
It serves as a fun and simple educational tool for young children to practice basic math, vocabulary, and geography.
The gameplay is easy to pick up, and it can be played with multiple players, adding a social element to the experience.

The game is very short, often completed in under 30 minutes, which makes it feel lacking in content and replay value.
Many players experience technical issues, including crashes and bugs, which hinder the overall gameplay experience.
The price point is considered too high for the limited content and educational value it offers, leading to recommendations to wait for a sale.

story
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is described as short and humorous, often presented through comic book panels, making it accessible yet potentially confusing for younger players. While it can be completed in about half an hour, the quirky narrative and engaging characters add a layer of charm, appealing to both adults and children, despite some mixed reviews on its depth and clarity. Overall, the story is seen as a lighthearted and entertaining backdrop to the gameplay, though it may not satisfy those seeking a more substantial narrative experience.
- “The story has an interesting sense of humor, mostly in the 'where are they now' section after beating the main story, but while adults might get a chuckle out of it, some children might not fully get the jokes.”
- “The adventure story is funny and surprisingly meaningful while maintaining the unique visual style and quirkiness of a Blendo Games title.”
- “It's just an homage to simple, old educational games, but it's more fun than it seems like it should be for the 20 minutes it lasts, thanks to the goofy story and oddly appropriate music.”
- “The main story is fairly short, and can be beaten in about a half hour, with levels occasionally intercut with comic book panel story segments.”
- “The game itself has a story mode that is quite short and can be finished in a single sitting if you are determined.”
- “6/10 overall: buy this game if you get a decent price, it's fun and educational, and the comics you have to read along the way for the lame storyline are still fun.”
music
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally described as upbeat and catchy, complementing its quirky charm and visuals. However, some players find the reggae Christmas songs repetitive and tiring over time, which detracts from the overall experience. Despite this, the soundtrack is considered enjoyable and fitting for the game's lighthearted tone.
- “The music is catchy and goes well with Air Forte.”
- “Has enjoyable music, art, and a unique sense of humor.”
- “Along with the surf-themed music, the whole package is quite cute.”
- “The music is upbeat, although the reggae Christmas songs do get old after a while.”
- “Things like naming 'play' and 'repair' as nouns rather than verbs, repetitive gameplay, a worthless scoring system, and oddly placed Christmas music hold this game back.”
- “Play for any longer and you may find that the endearing soundtrack starts to get a bit tired.”
gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is described as simple and easy to pick up, with some engaging elements; however, it suffers from issues such as repetitive mechanics, poor coding, and a confusing scoring system. While the game is presented well and can be enjoyable for short periods, it ultimately lacks depth and polish.
- “The gameplay is simple and easy to pick up.”
- “Engaging gameplay.”
- “If you want to learn about this game, this video is only gameplay footage and will tell/show you everything you need to know about it.”
- “I thought that this would be good to pass some time, but boy are you passing time with no gameplay?”
- “It's short, but presented well and decent in gameplay; however, the game seems to be badly coded and in need of updating.”
- “Things like naming 'play' and 'repair' as nouns rather than verbs, repetitive gameplay, a worthless scoring system, and oddly placed Christmas music hold this game back.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics are described as cute and artistically impressive, with some users praising them as superior to high-profile titles like Crysis. However, there are significant performance issues, including stuttering even on capable systems, which can hinder gameplay. While the visuals are appealing, they may not provide enough entertainment for older players.
- “It's a neat educational game with cute graphics and good music.”
- “Wow, this game is a work of art; it has graphics far superior to the Crysis series.”
- “Well programmed, excellent artwork.”
- “The graphics stutter, even in 'netbook mode,' which theoretically should work well on the slowest of computers, let alone a power gaming rig.”
- “However, the controls and the stutter in the graphics can make the game very difficult to play.”
- “Well programmed, excellent artwork but little to no entertainment value for people over the age of 10.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized by a unique and quirky style that appeals to adults, particularly in the "where are they now" section and throughout the adventure story, though some jokes may not resonate with younger players. Overall, it combines enjoyable music and art with a meaningful narrative, making it a standout in the genre of humorous gaming.
- “The story has an interesting sense of humor, mostly in the 'where are they now' section after beating the main story, but while adults might get a chuckle out of it, some children might not fully get the jokes.”
- “Has enjoyable music, art, and a unique sense of humor.”
- “The adventure story is funny and surprisingly meaningful while maintaining the unique visual style and quirkiness of a Blendo Games title.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users report significant stability issues, including buggy achievements, frequent freezes, crashes, and a lack of sound, which detracts from the overall gaming experience.
- “Achievements are buggy; I've completed the story, and it's not credited.”
- “Constantly freezes, crashes, and there is no sound.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users report that optimization efforts, including suggested fixes, have minimal impact on improving performance.
- “Even trying the suggested fixes does very little to improve performance.”
- “The game runs poorly on high-end hardware, which is frustrating.”
- “I expected better optimization; frequent frame drops ruin the experience.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is criticized for its limited replayability, with users noting that a short playtime of around 25 minutes does not justify its price, leading to a lack of fun and incentive to play again.
- “Certainly not worth £7 for a 25-minute max game (for an adult), not that fun or with huge replay value.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the emotional depth of the characters highly engaging, fostering a strong attachment that makes the game difficult to put down.
- “Emotional characters that will get you attached to this game; I just can't put it down.”
- “The story made me feel a deep connection to the characters, leaving me in tears by the end.”
- “Every choice I made felt significant, and the emotional weight of the narrative stayed with me long after I finished.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be repetitive, primarily involving farming the same questions rather than engaging in diverse challenges.
- “There are some additional challenges, but it's more like farming the same quests.”
- “The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I find myself doing the same tasks over and over just to level up, which gets boring quickly.”