Akimbot

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Akimbot is a single player platformer game. It was developed by Evil Raptor and was released on August 29, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

"Akimbot" is a single-player, 3D action-adventure platformer with excellent game mechanics, stunning visuals, and epic music. Play as outlaw robot Exe and his sidekick Shipset, escaping prison and battling through armies of robots in a sci-fi world to save the universe. Discover colorful environments, unique planets, and engage in a thrilling race against the chaotic Evilware. However, be prepared for some bugs and glitches along the way.

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86%

Audience ScoreBased on 363 reviews

gameplay57 positive mentions

stability19 negative mentions

The game captures the nostalgic feel of classic 3D platformers like Ratchet and Clank and Jak and Daxter, providing a fun and engaging experience.
The platforming mechanics are smooth and enjoyable, with a variety of gameplay styles that keep the experience fresh.
The visuals and art style are impressive, creating a vibrant and appealing world that enhances the overall experience.

The character Shipset is often seen as annoying and detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.
The weapon system is limited, with only a few main weapons that cannot be upgraded, leading to a lack of variety in combat.
Some gameplay segments, particularly the vehicle sections, are poorly designed and can feel frustrating and tedious.

gameplay
181 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
57%
12%
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with some praising its variety and engaging mechanics, while others criticize it for repetitiveness and lack of depth. Players appreciate the smooth controls and enjoyable combat, but many feel that certain segments overstay their welcome and that the weapon system lacks customization options. Overall, while the game offers a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic platformers, it struggles with some design choices that detract from the overall experience.
- “The combat is excellent and there are a lot of fun mini-games and extra gameplay mechanics that keep the game from ever being stale - although sometimes it can get a bit much.”
- “The gameplay is pretty much the strong suit of Akimbot.”
- “The gameplay, music, and voice acting really push this game along and as a huge robot lover I find Exe and Shipset to be your typical dynamic duo who have their contrasts and quiet similarities!”
- “It scoops up a handful of mechanics from other titles and has you play with them for a bit till they just make you repeat the same stuff.”
- “The gameplay, for the most part, doesn't hold up to expectations for several reasons.”
- “While the gameplay is passable, it starts to get tiring with the weapon system that doesn't feel interesting enough with stages that leave a lot to be desired.”
story
141 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
69%
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The story is generally viewed as simplistic and predictable, often criticized for its lack of depth and character development, particularly due to the annoying sidekick, Shipset, who fails to add value to the narrative. While some players appreciate the humor and engaging moments, many feel the plot is drawn out and serves primarily to fill game length rather than enhance the experience. Overall, the narrative is seen as serviceable but not memorable, with a mix of enjoyable and frustrating elements.
- “I liked the plot and the way the story plays out.”
- “Each chapter of our story has a unique style that presents different challenges on each planet and environment you play through.”
- “I won't go into details as you ought to experience it for yourself with as little spoilers as possible, but the story was surprisingly better than I was expecting; it managed to be engaging all the way through, though the writing isn't without its faults and slower moments.”
- “The story is very overblown and doesn't always make sense; character behavior is inconsistent and often seems to just serve a trope. Dialogue is seldom meaningful and often overblown for the sake of mentioned tropes.”
- “Imagine a story where nothing really happens and you're strung along.”
- “There’s a lot of unexplored potential in the game’s writing; it all feels like the story exists for the sake of having a story.”
music
64 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
39%
56%
5%
The music in the game has received widespread praise for its energetic and catchy soundtrack, which enhances the overall gameplay experience. Many players noted that the music fits well with the action, creating an engaging atmosphere, although some mentioned that the default volume settings could be improved. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a highlight, with requests for a digital release of the music collection.
- “The music fits the game so well, it brings action and energy to the battles!”
- “The music for this game, oh my bot, they absolutely nailed it!”
- “Overall, the soundtrack is full of catchy tunes I find stuck in my head after playing.”
- “The only negative thing I have to say about it is that it's set too quiet by default – I'd rather listen to the music than the constant dialogue!”
- “And finally the movement system is fun at first but gets very boring and repetitive and doesn't help much in combat since they shoot at you not where you used to be (shots seem to track) and finally they seem to have stolen some music from the Jak and Daxter games or at least sampled it heavily since during the buggy part you can hear the actual music from the games.”
- “It does have its positives as I go into below, such as graphics, characters, and music, but these just aren't enough to make up for the gameplay itself being tedious.”
graphics
59 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
46%
49%
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The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their stunning visuals and appealing art style, which blends cartoony elements with semi-realism. Many players noted the vibrant color theory and detailed environments, reminiscent of classic PS2-era games, although some experienced performance issues due to the demanding graphical requirements. Overall, the visuals are considered a highlight, contributing significantly to the game's aesthetic appeal despite some minor drawbacks.
- “The visuals are great (even if the particle effects are blindingly overwhelming sometimes).”
- “The art style brings together a perfect balance between cartoony robots and semi-realism with an amazing sense of color theory, with many levels and set pieces just having areas that looked so good I had to stop and gaze for a moment.”
- “They are truly stunning; there are so many times during this game where I just got distracted by the graphics, and that's not just post-processing. The art direction and all the fun quirks of the gritty low poly world are here, and they're done extremely well.”
- “You will fail because there are surprise turns, and the level aesthetic is so bad that it is not obvious if you're going the right way or not until you find out you made a turn that leads to your death.”
- “In the future, I would like a different art style if you have a better budget.”
- “It does have its positives as I go into below, such as graphics, characters, and music, but these just aren't enough to make up for the gameplay itself being tedious.”
humor
56 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
96%
4%
The humor in the game is polarizing, with some players finding the character Shipset to be a hilarious comic relief, while others view him as grating and unfunny. Many appreciate the witty dialogue and references, though the humor often leans towards eye-roll inducing rather than laugh-out-loud moments. Overall, the dynamic between the main characters adds some charm, but opinions vary widely on the effectiveness of the comedic elements.
- “I would easily recommend this game to someone who wants to play a relaxing game, enjoy a good story, and have a couple of laughs, because man is Shipset hilarious!!”
- “The humor is on point and the amount of references is just amazing; love the game.”
- “Definitely a funny game that made me bust out laughing from time to time.”
- “Why do you keep me waiting for so damn long, just to tell some unfunny jokes?”
stability
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's stability is mixed, with some users reporting issues with vehicle controls, particularly the buggy and tank, which can feel stiff and unresponsive. However, many players find that these quirks do not significantly detract from the overall experience, especially when playing on platforms like the Steam Deck with frame rate adjustments. The game runs well for the most part, allowing players to enjoy its various segments despite some jankiness in combat and driving mechanics.
- “I'm about an hour in on the Steam Deck (runs great if you limit the frame rate to 30 in the in-game settings).”
- “The buggy feels stiff and kind of slow, but is otherwise perfectly functional.”
- “This isn't without its problems though; some of the vehicles are a pain to use, namely the buggy (landing jumps really slow you down) and the tank (constantly veers off to the side), but the vehicle sections normally aren't too long to where any quirks that happen are going to bother you.”
- “And finally, the movement system is fun at first but gets very boring and repetitive and doesn't help much in combat since they shoot at you, not where you used to be (shots seem to track).”
optimization
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with some players noting solid performance marred by occasional stuttering and FPS spikes that can disrupt gameplay, particularly during combat. While it runs well overall, concerns about it being a power hog and lacking fine-tuning in certain mechanics have been highlighted, leading to a somewhat frustrating experience for some users.
- “While performance was rock solid, I had the impression that the game was quite a power hog, having my GPU run hotter than Lords of the Fallen (2023), which runs on the same engine and sports a higher visual fidelity.”
- “My only downside about this game is that it has odd optimization with FPS spikes on my system.”
- “When it is not stuttering, the stutter is not that frequent, but it is frequent enough to annoy me a bit, especially when it happens during combat.”
- “As much depth as a flash game, uninspired character design, only two weapons you can equip at a time (with one of them having a scuffed energy system that sometimes doesn't recharge for full sections of a level), bad performance, etc.”
- “The drawback to this ambition and variety is the lack of optimization and fine-tuning to some of the mechanics that means the game can at times feel a bit messy or frustrating.”
- “Shame, was looking forward to playing the game but it's just a stuttering mess.”
atmosphere
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its vibrant and visually appealing environments, particularly within its futuristic robot world. Reviewers highlight the captivating lighting, intuitive controls, and an impactful soundtrack that collectively enhance the immersive experience. Overall, the atmosphere is described as colorful, dynamic, and engaging, contributing significantly to the gameplay.
- “The gameplay has an impressive variety and the atmosphere is top notch.”
- “Visually appealing world: the game's futuristic robot world is well-designed and visually appealing, creating a captivating atmosphere.”
- “Otherwise, the controls feel quite free and intuitive, the environments are vibrant and atmospheric, and the soundtrack hits hard.”
character development
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is criticized for being shallow and uninspired, with a narrative that fails to explore deeper themes or motivations. Players note a lack of meaningful progression or growth in characters, leading to a disjointed experience that feels more like a flash game than a fully realized story. Additionally, the character designs are described as boring and lacking creativity.
- “As much depth as a flash game, uninspired character design, only two weapons you can equip at a time (with one of them having a scuffed energy system that sometimes doesn't recharge for full sections of a level), bad performance, etc.”
- “Exe profoundly refusing to help the ambassador... and then an hour later (without any character development) we need to help a civilian to repair his bike... even though we did not want to save the whole universe!”
- “Shallow narrative: the story, while simple, lacks depth and character development, failing to delve deeper into the themes and motivations of the robot world.”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be inconsistent, with some segments being enjoyable and well-paced, while others feel overly tedious and prolonged. Although there are redeeming qualities like graphics, characters, and music, they do not sufficiently compensate for the overall tediousness of the gameplay.
- “One segment will be really fun and last the right amount of time, another will be tedious and/or boring and last forever.”
- “It does have its positives, such as graphics, characters, and music, but these just aren't enough to make up for the gameplay itself being tedious.”
- “Some of them are tedious delights, like a flip card puzzle.”