Altitude
- December 4, 2009
- Nimbly Games
- 20h median play time
Get on Steam"Altitude" is a comedy-packed shooter game that offers various game modes such as PUP, CTF, and more, for 2-player local co-op, multiplayer, and single-player. The game boasts outstanding mechanics, refined controls, and netcode, allowing for deep, rewarding gameplay. Players can choose from seven distinct planes, each with unique weapons and abilities, and engage in strategic aerial combat.
Reviews
- Engaging and addictive gameplay with a variety of fun modes, including a unique soccer-like game mode.
- Easy to learn but hard to master, providing a satisfying challenge for players of all skill levels.
- The game is now free to play, making it accessible to a wider audience without any pay-to-win mechanics.
- The player base is very small, making it difficult to find matches and enjoy the multiplayer experience.
- Gameplay can become repetitive over time, lacking depth for long-term engagement.
- The game suffers from balance issues, particularly with higher-level players dominating new players due to unlockable advantages.
- gameplay37 mentions
- 35 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by engaging and unique mechanics, particularly in flying and shooting, which many players find addictive and satisfying. While the game offers a variety of modes and customization options, some users note that it can become repetitive over time, especially due to a thin multiplayer community. Overall, the gameplay is accessible yet deep, allowing players to jump in easily while still providing opportunities for skill mastery.
“The mechanics of flying and shooting are supremely satisfying.”
“It's very charming, the gameplay holds up very well, and customizing your planes with perks is a nice way to play to your own strengths without really screwing around with the whole game's balance too much.”
“Different types of planes, weapon and tools loadouts, leveling, in-game power ups and different types of gameplay ensures that you will have a whole lot of fun with this really nicely priced game.”
“Boring gameplay”
“After a while, the gameplay starts to feel repetitive, and the lack of new experiences becomes noticeable.”
“The mechanics themselves have depth and combat is exciting, there just isn't anything to this game beyond that.”
- graphics17 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are characterized by a colorful, cartoonish art style that complements its casual gameplay, reminiscent of 2D flash games. While some players find the visuals dated and simplistic, they appreciate the fun and engaging experience they provide, proving that enjoyable gameplay can outweigh graphical fidelity. Overall, the graphics are seen as charming and fitting for the game's lighthearted tone, despite lacking the depth of more modern titles.
“Don't let its childlike graphics fool you, this game takes years to master.”
“Nice 2D art graphics that complement the not-so-serious yet somewhat serious overtone of the game.”
“The visuals are very cartoonish, which match the arcade playstyle.”
“Graphics feel a bit dated and bland.”
“This game offers no good graphics and the controls are a swine... it is unforgiving.”
“Yes, it is a little on the childish side and yes it lacks graphical awe but in the end it is an indie game with an awesome community and great developers mixed with hundreds of smooth bug-free gameplay that really is addictive when given the chance.”
- humor8 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players highlighting its ability to deliver explosive and hilarious moments, particularly in multiplayer modes. Many find it to be a fun and addictive experience, perfect for lighthearted gameplay, with specific mentions of the football mode adding to the comedic enjoyment. Overall, the game is described as a delightful way to unwind and share laughs with friends.
“When you're tired of strategy and just want to fly around in furious and funny air combat, this game is a hoot.”
“This game is absolutely hilarious, the football mode gave me hours of fun.”
“It's hilarious and well worth getting.”
- replayability7 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The game's replayability is mixed, with some players noting a variety of planes and special weapons that enhance fun, while others feel it lacks depth for long-term engagement. While a few users find it endlessly replayable, many agree that it has limited replay value unless players are willing to grind for more content. Overall, opinions vary significantly on the game's replayability.
“There's special weapons and a lot of cool details that would make this kind of game on the same level as TF2 for replayability and fun level.”
“Great replay value.”
“Endlessly replayable if you ask me.”
“It's a fun game to play for a bit, but there isn't really that much replayability.”
“On its own, it has little replay value unless you want to grind through the kiddie pool in order to play the 'real' game.”
“There are quite a few planes to fly, so you have a small amount of replayability.”
- stability2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Overall, the game is praised for its smooth and bug-free gameplay, contributing to an addictive experience. However, recent updates have introduced stability issues, with reports of the game freezing even in menus.
“Yes, it is a little on the childish side and yes it lacks graphical awe, but in the end, it is an indie game with an awesome community and great developers, mixed with hundreds and hundreds of smooth, bug-free gameplay that really is addictive when given the chance.”
“Update: this was a really good game, but the game freezes even in the menus now.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
“I experience constant lag and stuttering, which ruins the overall experience.”
- music1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users appreciate the inclusion of music in the game, highlighting it as a positive aspect.
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly immersive, drawing players into intense 2D aerial battles that demand quick reflexes and strategic thinking from the outset.
“From the very first minutes, you are immersed in the atmosphere of 2D aerial battles, where each skirmish requires quick reactions and tactics.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's story is minimal and primarily serves as a backdrop for gameplay, with players quickly moving from basic training missions to a sparse multiplayer environment that lacks engagement due to limited player presence.
“The game is simple to get started blasting away, but the downside is that you quickly exhaust the core training missions and are thrust into the dark, empty multiplayer world, where only one server had other people playing.”
