ANIMALITY

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ANIMALITY is a single player and multiplayer casual platformer game. It was developed by ColloseusX and was released on February 2, 2017. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"ANIMALITY" is an adventurous local multi-player game for up to 2 players, with both single-player and co-op modes. The goal is to avoid dragons and demons while collecting life gems and currency to unlock 9 pixel art animals. Compete against others on Steam Leaderboards, earn over 300 achievements, and collect Steam Trading cards, all while improving your skills in this challenging and fun game.

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Audience ScoreBased on 283 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

music6 negative mentions

The game is simple and fun, making it a good time-waster for casual play.
It offers a large number of achievements, which can be appealing for achievement hunters.
The pixel art style and cute animal characters add charm to the game.

Gameplay becomes repetitive quickly, with little variation between characters and no real challenge.
Many achievements are locked behind paid DLC, which feels like a cash grab.
The game has been in Early Access for years with minimal updates, leading to concerns about its development.

gameplay
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The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it simplistic and repetitive, often likening it to an endless runner with minimal controls and no significant variation between characters. While some appreciate the responsive mechanics and local multiplayer features, others criticize the lack of depth, storytelling, and the presence of microtransactions that do not enhance gameplay. Overall, the game may appeal to those seeking casual fun, but many recommend waiting for a significant discount before purchasing.
- “Animality has cute visuals and sound effects with challenging gameplay, local multiplayer, and 2 mini-games.”
- “The game mechanics are very responsive and smooth.”
- “I found the multiplayer co-op feature to be particularly enjoyable, as it added a new level of excitement to the gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is boring and slow; the speed doesn't increase at all after maybe 25 or whatever. I've hit 2k on the first attempt, and the speed was the same as it was at the start.”
- “There is no variation to the gameplay between the animals, and the boredom sets in pretty quick.”
- “Gameplay and one music track are repetitive; playtime is minimal, and the grind factor is high for the different animal skins that have no special effect in the game.”
graphics
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game are characterized by a simple and appealing pixel art style, which many players find cute and vibrant. While some appreciate the clean 2D visuals and variety of characters, others feel that the graphics can become repetitive and lack depth after a short period. Overall, the aesthetic is generally well-received, though it may not satisfy those seeking high-end graphical fidelity.
- “I was immediately drawn in by the vibrant pixel art style and the variety of animal characters to choose from.”
- “The graphics in the game are decent.”
- “The pixel art style is cute and appealing.”
- “Fixed resolution, fixed controls, terrible retro pixel graphics, some pretty fake looking paid reviews and the way it's abandoned early access alone are enough to disqualify this game from any recommendation.”
- “Graphics are very simple, but it's what you expect from this type of game.”
- “Graphics are...ok...but get boring after 10 seconds.”
music
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game features a prominent xylophone element and is generally described as relaxing, though it quickly becomes repetitive and distracting, particularly due to the limited number of tracks available. While some players appreciate the music's initial charm, many find it boring and opt to mute it after a short period, indicating a lack of variety and engagement. Overall, the soundtrack is seen as a weak point in the game, with players expressing a desire for more diverse and interesting musical content.
- “Serving as a somewhat unusual star of the song, xylophones make up a leading role in the game's music.”
- “The music is quite suitable, although it is not self-produced.”
- “I kinda like the music too, albeit a tad short which gets repetitive after a while.”
- “The sound effects aren't ill-fitting, but the ding from getting a coin is a distraction from the music.”
- “The one track of music is okay but gets repetitive and annoying after about 10 seconds.”
- “It gets repetitive and barely holds my interest after the first few run-throughs.”
humor
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding it amusing, particularly in the early stages, thanks to quirky elements like the death noise and humorous achievements. However, many reviewers note that the humor can become repetitive and less engaging over time, diminishing the overall experience. Additionally, some players express frustration with the controls, which may detract from the enjoyment of the comedic aspects.
- “Also, the death noise is pretty funny.”
- “Funny easy clicker, achievements are dropping like rain in this game, heh :)”
- “The game actually is funny, but quite difficult to play with mouse; so far it has no keyboard support sadly. I'll play more later when the game will have more features.”
story
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The story emphasizes themes of resilience and the unpredictability of life, highlighting a journey of survival despite overwhelming odds. However, some users feel that the gameplay lacks a substantial narrative, suggesting a minimalistic approach to storytelling.
- “The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you. If I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “For as bare bones as the gameplay is, there's no attempt made to tell a story.”
- “The story of survival.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be quite pronounced, with significant time spent on farming cards rather than engaging in gameplay. While some describe it as somewhat enjoyable, the overall sentiment leans towards it being excessively grindy, making it more suitable for those specifically looking for a farming experience.
- “In case anyone is wondering, my playtime comes from grinding cards, not from me playing the game for more than a few minutes.”
- “At the time I played it, it was fun-ish but very, very grindy.”
- “Grindy.”
replayability
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Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players find it engaging enough to improve their scores, others feel it diminishes significantly after unlocking achievements or due to repetitive gameplay mechanics. The need to restart upon failure can also lead to boredom over time.
- “The game has a lot of replay value, and I can't wait to see how my scores will improve in the future.”
- “The game has little replayability, in that if you fail, you'll need to start over and this gets a bit boring after a while.”
- “Gameplay is non-existent, zero replay value beyond unlocking new 3-frame animal sprites.”
- “The game also loses its replayability once you unlock all of this game's achievements.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers appreciate the monetization model, noting that purchasing the game is a way to support an indie developer without the intrusive advertising commonly found in mobile games.
- “The monetization model feels overly aggressive, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending money.”
- “I feel like I'm constantly being pushed to buy in-game currency just to keep up with the content.”
- “It's frustrating that essential features are locked behind paywalls, making it feel like a pay-to-win scenario.”
optimization
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The optimization of the game has been criticized for causing screen tearing, which negatively impacts long-term gameplay sessions.
- “I noticed some screen tearing as a performance downside; this affects long-term gameplay sessions.”