Altero

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Altero is a single player platformer game. It was developed by Sergio Schiavo and was released on October 17, 2022. It received positive reviews from players.

Altero is an atmospheric puzzle platformer game that will tease your brain! Control Adi the voodoo doll and accept to sacrifice yourself in order to team up with your past. Dive deep into the darkness of the Sorrow forest and rescue the lost souls to find your peace.

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85%

Audience ScoreBased on 20 reviews

gameplay7 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game features a unique and clever mechanic involving the use of ghosts to solve puzzles, which adds depth and challenge.
The art style and soundtrack are beautifully crafted, creating an atmospheric experience that enhances the gameplay.
There is a good level of replayability with optional harder puzzles and collectibles, appealing to completionists and puzzle enthusiasts.

The platforming controls are clunky and floaty, making precise movements frustrating and difficult.
The game lacks clear explanations for its mechanics, leading to confusion and trial-and-error gameplay.
There are significant issues with save points and glitches that can result in lost progress, causing frustration for players.

gameplay
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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44%
17%
The gameplay of the game is a mixed experience, featuring unique mechanics and challenging puzzles that some players find engaging, while others criticize the execution and pacing. The ghost mechanic, although intriguing, is poorly explained and not central to many puzzles, leading to frustration for some. Overall, while the atmosphere and story are praised, the gameplay suffers from inconsistencies and technical issues that detract from the overall experience.
- “Cool mechanics and a sweet story.”
- “Overall, Altero is a bit of a mixed bag; the artwork and soundtrack are both stunning, and the mechanics are unique and interesting, with some very satisfying puzzles.”
- “Now, the gameplay is very clever and makes the puzzles deliciously interesting to solve.”
- “The idea of the mechanics is nice, but it's very poorly executed. Not to mention the volume issue I had with the game; the cutscenes were so loud and the narrator was just too quiet to hear.”
- “Apart from that, the mechanics are never really explained in-game, so expect some guesswork and trial and error before figuring it out.”
- “However, the gameplay itself feels rather slow-paced, and the narrative elements feel out of place.”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
83%
50%
The atmosphere of [b]altero[/b] is described as outstanding, blending a pleasantly unsettling vibe with themes of hope and innocence amidst a more oppressive world. Players appreciate the game's ability to evoke a sense of curiosity and engagement through its atmospheric storytelling, reminiscent of the Oddworld series, despite occasional frustrations with gameplay mechanics. Overall, the atmosphere is a key highlight that enhances the puzzle platforming experience.
- “It lends the game a pleasantly unsettling atmosphere that simultaneously implies both hope and innocence, mixed with the warning that things aren't safe in the greater world.”
- “Your character is clearly meant to show a bit of innocence in the oppressive atmosphere that surrounds him.”
- “The gameplay has a pretty cool mechanic, and some puzzles can be quite challenging, but I most enjoyed the excellent story and overall atmosphere of this game that keeps you going to try to figure out how it's going to end.”
- “The oppressive atmosphere is overwhelming, making it hard to connect with the character's innocence.”
- “The game fails to create a truly immersive atmosphere, leaving players feeling detached.”
- “Despite the intended mood, the atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth needed to engage players.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The music in altero is highly praised for its stunning quality, blending whimsical and darker tones reminiscent of Danny Elfman, which complements the game's visuals and mood effectively. Many users express a strong appreciation for the soundtrack, with some even expressing a desire to purchase it if available. Overall, the music significantly enhances the gaming experience.
- “The music has the pleasant mix of Danny Elfman's whimsicality mingled with the darker and more sinister tones.”
- “The art is crisp, and the soundtrack is very fitting.”
- “First, I must say that I fell in love with the soundtrack; I would definitely purchase it if it ever becomes available.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The graphics and audio in the game are praised for their quality, with stunning artwork and an original graphic novel-style storytelling approach. However, the overall execution of the game is seen as amateurish, leading to a mixed reception despite the appealing visual and auditory elements.
- “The graphics and the audio are actually pretty good, but unfortunately the rest of the game is rather amateurish.”
- “Overall, the artwork and soundtrack are both stunning, and the mechanics are unique and interesting with some very satisfying puzzles.”
- “The game features storytelling presented through a unique graphic novel style that is very original.”
- “The graphics look outdated and lack the detail expected from modern games.”
- “Character models are poorly designed and animations are stiff, making the game feel lifeless.”
- “The environments are bland and repetitive, which detracts from the overall immersion.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
50%
The game's story is praised for its originality and engaging atmosphere, presented through a graphic novel style that enhances the narrative experience. Players appreciate the blend of cool mechanics and challenging puzzles, which complement the compelling storyline that keeps them invested in discovering the outcome.
- “The gameplay has a pretty cool mechanic, and some puzzles can be quite challenging, but I most enjoyed the excellent story and overall atmosphere of this game that keeps you going to try to figure out how it's going to end.”
- “Game has storytelling made by sort of graphic book draws fable that is very original.”
- “Cool mechanics and a sweet story.”
- “In the video, I avoid the storytelling to not spoil it.”
- “The game has storytelling presented in a sort of graphic novel style, which is very original.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability has been criticized due to several glitches that hinder player progression, suggesting a lack of thorough quality assurance testing. These issues, exacerbated by the checkpoint system, have led some players to feel that the stability is a significant flaw, impacting their overall rating of the game.
- “I also encountered a couple of glitches in the game that totally prevented me from progressing, which makes me feel like there could have been a bit more QA testing going on here.”
- “The understandable use of checkpoints magnifies the glitches.”
- “Glitches like these are borderline unforgivable for players, and it's literally why I'm not giving the game an A rating.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the game highly replayable due to its challenging elements that encourage multiple playthroughs.
- “This makes the game replayable and challenges you.”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes keeps me coming back for more.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh, thanks to the different paths and strategies.”
- “This game lacks replayability and doesn't offer enough challenges to keep me coming back.”
- “Once you finish the game, there's little incentive to play it again.”
- “The lack of varied outcomes makes replaying the game feel tedious.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users find the humor in the game to be engaging and entertaining, particularly highlighting the amusing interactions with a spirit or alternate version of oneself. The inclusion of funny videos adds to the overall comedic experience.
- “You can use a sort of spirit/time travel of yourself; it's very funny.”