Anima Flux

73%
Game Brain Score Based on 34 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • graphics
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Anima Flux is a co-op metroidvania with two genetically enhanced soldiers, special agents of a theocratic dictatorial regime. Fight your way through swarms of mutants through a desolate, dystopian space city and save humanity's last stronghold, if, of course, anyone is still alive... The only human city located on the space ark is subjected to an organized mutant invasion. For the sake of survi…

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73%
Audience ScoreBased on 34 reviews
story4 positive mentions
grinding1 negative mentions
  • The game features a visually stunning art style and atmospheric graphics that enhance the overall experience.
  • The dual character mechanic allows for engaging gameplay, enabling players to switch between ranged and melee combat styles.
  • Exploration is enjoyable with well-designed levels and a sense of progression through upgrades and boss battles.
  • The map system is confusing and requires players to navigate an elevator maze, making it difficult to keep track of locations.
  • Combat feels clunky and unrefined, with issues like sluggish movement and poorly designed enemy AI that detracts from the experience.
  • The dialogue and cutscenes can be disjointed and overwhelming, leading to a lack of immersion in the story.
  • story13 mentions

    The game's story is generally considered decent, featuring a rich backdrop with multiple named characters and engaging environmental storytelling. While the main narrative is delivered through beautifully animated cutscenes, some players found them difficult to follow, and the plot could benefit from further development. Despite these issues, the intriguing plot twists and well-crafted logs contribute to an overall enjoyable experience, complemented by fun combat and level design.

    • “Right after that the tutorial and upon reaching the initial hub, the game has already introduced 5+ named characters with different goals, some rebel refugees' side story, bio experiments, gladiators, and military.”
    • “Each background is chock full of environmental storytelling, from bloody trails tapering off into a vent to piles of viscera scattered about.”
    • “Great plot twist, interesting story.”
    • “Right after the tutorial and upon reaching the initial hub, the game has already introduced 5+ named characters with different goals, some rebel refugees' side story, bio experiments, gladiators, and military.”
    • “Despite its story issues and occasional bugs, the engaging combat and classic character progression make it a worthwhile experience.”
    • “The idea and plot of the game are certainly well thought out, but I would like the plot to be improved.”
  • gameplay11 mentions

    The gameplay is characterized by a mix of engaging mechanics and unique level designs, offering substantial upgrades through intuitive sidequests that encourage exploration. However, the experience is marred by disjointed dialogue and excessive text that detracts from the overall enjoyment. While the game features epic battles and the option for cooperative play, some players find the connection between training and gameplay unclear.

    • “Said upgrades are purchasable after completing some intuitive sidequests, which served as a good way to vary gameplay as well as incentivize exploration, given the fact that upgrades were substantial and noteworthy.”
    • “The level design was honestly great, and each area had its own unique gameplay gimmick.”
    • “The game offers unique gameplay with the ability to explore the world and fight bosses alone or with a friend, which seems like an undeniable plus.”
    • “The dialogue is disjointed in places and overwhelms you with references to things you do not care about, all in the name of haphazard world building to the detriment of the gameplay.”
    • “It's strange how much superfluous text the game puts you through and how little gameplay is to be had.”
    • “I didn't see a direct connection between training and gameplay.”
  • graphics10 mentions

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their high fidelity, impressive art style, and atmospheric visuals, particularly in cutscenes and environmental design. Many reviewers highlight the game's crisp visuals and memorable settings, making exploration enjoyable despite some critiques of the action in cutscenes. Overall, the visuals stand out as a significant strength of the game, contributing positively to the overall experience.

    • “The graphics are very pleasing, the soundtrack atmospheric and exploration fun.”
    • “Anima Flux is a joy to look at due to its crisp visuals with high fidelity assets and great compositions.”
    • “Atmospheric visuals: the stylized, dystopian city looks impressive, creating a memorable setting for exploration.”
    • “I found the story decent, though some of those cutscenes were a bit hard to watch action-wise, but that's just me being picky about the art style used for the cutscenes and not really getting into it.”
    • “The whole game did through a combination of fun combat/bosses, great level design, environmental storytelling and visuals.”
    • “I will say the positives are the art style, which in cinematic and cutscenes looks incredible, and the fact that it’s co-op.”
  • music8 mentions

    The music in the game is described as atmospheric and occasionally engaging, particularly during exploration, but it often feels sparse and underutilized, especially in combat scenarios. While some players appreciate the eerie vibe created by the lack of consistent music, others feel that a more robust soundtrack could enhance the overall experience. Overall, the soundtrack is seen as a highlight, but its limited presence during key moments leaves room for improvement.

    • “The graphics are very pleasing, the soundtrack atmospheric and exploration fun.”
    • “It’s great to spend an evening with a friend relaxing to beautiful design and music.”
    • “Best soundtrack yeeeeeeaaah”
    • “The only thing that occasionally tunes in is the very plain combat music, but many encounters are so short that it barely has time to play a few notes before fading out again.”
    • “Unfortunately, the music wasn't as present, only picking up every now and then in combat and mostly lacking during exploration.”
    • “It didn't feel like deliberate silence as much as it did a lack of music composed for the game.”
  • atmosphere5 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its impressive graphics and atmospheric soundtrack, which together create a memorable and immersive experience. The stylized, dystopian city enhances exploration, while the authentic interactions between characters contribute to the overall ambiance, making it a standout in the indie game genre.

    • “The graphics are very pleasing, the soundtrack is atmospheric, and exploration is fun.”
    • “Atmospheric visuals: the stylized, dystopian city looks impressive, creating a memorable setting for exploration.”
    • “I love indie games for their unique and authentic atmosphere.”
  • grinding1 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect manageable due to frequent save points and convenient shortcuts, which help alleviate the tedium of repeated encounters despite the similar and challenging enemy designs.

  • emotional1 mentions

    Players find the game emotionally engaging, highlighting its heartfelt conversations infused with humor, which encourages replayability to experience these moments again.

    • “I think I'm ready to replay the game again and again to take part in this heartfelt conversation with so much humor.”
    • “The emotional depth of the characters really resonated with me, making their journeys feel incredibly real.”
    • “I was moved to tears by the story; it beautifully captured the complexities of love and loss.”
  • humor1 mentions

    Players appreciate the game's humor, noting that it adds a heartfelt and engaging layer to the conversations, making them eager to replay the game for more comedic moments.

    • “I think I'm ready to replay the game again and again to take part in this heartfelt conversation with so much humor, lol.”
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