AnyWay!
- June 6, 2018
- EYEFRONT
- 5h median play time
Do you like parkour? Dashing retro times? AnyWay! Try yourself on an unsuccessful journey in the role of Joy, feel the burden of parkour! A small, but exciting adventure Joy will not make you relax, not for you, not for your friends!
Reviews
- The game offers an impressive 5000 achievements, making it ideal for achievement hunters looking to enhance their Steam profiles.
- Players can enjoy a variety of items that drop during gameplay, which can be sold on the trading platform, adding an extra layer of engagement.
- The retro graphics and parkour mechanics provide a nostalgic experience, appealing to fans of classic platformers.
- The game is plagued by poor controls and frustrating mechanics, making it difficult to navigate levels effectively.
- Many players report that the game is essentially unplayable, with constant achievement spam that detracts from any meaningful gameplay experience.
- The lack of a tutorial or clear instructions leaves players confused about how to play, leading to a frustrating experience overall.
- gameplay29 mentions
- 48 % positive mentions
- 41 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its fast-paced, challenging mechanics that cater to both casual and hardcore gamers, featuring innovative elements and a retro platformer style. Players appreciate the engaging parkour mechanics, creative level design, and the thrill of overcoming difficult obstacles, although some find the abundance of achievements and item drops can detract from the overall experience. While many enjoy the addictive nature and smooth controls, a few critics note that the gameplay can feel shallow or overly focused on achievements rather than substantive play.
“With its fast-paced gameplay and challenging levels, it is sure to provide hours of entertainment for both casual and hardcore gamers alike.”
“Innovative mechanics, challenging levels, and endless replayability make this game one of the best representatives of the puzzle genre.”
“The graphics are stunning and the gameplay is smooth and responsive.”
“Not many players have even passed the first level as there is an aggravating mechanic where you have to swing from vine to vine.”
“Just start the game, turn it off and wait about an hour until all the achievements fall out; over time, items will fall into the inventory for these actions, that's actually the whole gameplay.”
“If you like meaningless trophies that no one else cares about, then this game is for you; actual gameplay?”
- graphics22 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are predominantly described as charming and retro-inspired, featuring pixel art that evokes nostalgia. While some users appreciate the modest and cute visuals, others suggest improvements, noting that the graphics complement the smooth gameplay and engaging soundtrack. Overall, the graphics are well-received for their unique style and contribution to the game's overall appeal.
“The retro-inspired graphics and catchy soundtrack add to the overall charm of the game.”
“The graphics are stunning and the gameplay is smooth and responsive.”
“Pixel graphics and great soundtracks look cozy and evoke childhood memories.”
“I can advise the admins to make the graphics even better; otherwise, everything is great.”
“This is a simple indie platformer with cute graphics.”
“Maybe modest and cute graphics?”
- music21 mentions
- 48 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised for its catchy and suitable accompaniment, enhancing the retro-inspired graphics and gameplay experience. While some players appreciate the nostalgic soundtracks, others note that the music is not included with the game and must be purchased separately. Overall, the soundtrack is described as enjoyable and fitting, contributing positively to the game's charm, despite some criticisms regarding its availability.
“The retro-inspired graphics and catchy soundtrack add to the overall charm of the game.”
“Quite a hardcore toy, a platformer that will tighten not only the plot, but also amazing soundtracks.”
“Pixel graphics and great soundtracks look cozy and evoke childhood memories.”
“Simply put, the reborn version is no better; the data download makes the archived version sluggish. Nothing of the game actually has been transferred to the reborn version, and there is no music as the trailer hints in either version, which is also extra DLC.”
“Also, the game does not come with a soundtrack; you have to purchase it.”
“✅ Just filling noises/no music.”
- story15 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The reviews overwhelmingly indicate that the game lacks a coherent story, with multiple users stating explicitly that there is no narrative or plot to engage with. This absence of story detracts from the overall experience, making gameplay feel aimless and unfulfilling.
“Epic story.”
“It has everything, graphics, plot, and design at the highest level.”
“Playing the game is awkward and finicky at best with no story or clues as to what you're doing.”
“This game has no story.”
“0 (no story)”
- grinding5 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be extensive, with some suggesting it requires an excessive time commitment, likening it to needing a "second life." However, the game is praised for its achievement farming, as many of the 5000 achievements can be unlocked passively through regular gameplay.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“An excellent game for farming achievements, and there are as many as 5000 of them. You don’t even need to do anything; they are completed by themselves, you just need to play.”
“Recommended for game farming.”
- replayability3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its innovative mechanics and challenging levels, contributing to its high replayability, making it a standout in the puzzle genre. Players find it nearly infinitely replayable, enhancing its long-term appeal.
“Innovative mechanics, challenging levels, and endless replayability make this game one of the best representatives of the puzzle genre.”
“Infinitely replayable (or almost).”
“Once you finish the main story, there's little incentive to play again. The lack of meaningful choices makes replaying feel pointless.”
“The game offers very little in terms of different outcomes or paths, which severely limits its replayability.”
“After completing the game, I found that the side quests and collectibles didn't add enough variety to make me want to go through it all again.”
- optimization3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game is highly criticized, with users noting that it performs poorly compared to other titles, leading to a frustrating experience. However, some players have found it to be well-optimized and not demanding on their systems, indicating a mixed reception regarding its performance.
“Well optimized, not demanding on the computer.”
“The game runs smoothly even on lower-end hardware, showcasing excellent optimization.”
“I appreciate how the developers focused on optimization, allowing for a seamless experience across various systems.”
“It's poorly optimized; the fact that I can get an overall higher FPS in games like Titanfall 2, Trepang2, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare, etc. says something.”
“Poorly optimized achievement farm that is just not worth its price.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by its charismatic protagonist, who is described as kind and funny, adding charm to the challenging gameplay. This blend of humor and engaging character makes it a recommended experience for fans of the genre.
“Its challenging levels, combined with humor and a charismatic protagonist, make it a must-play for fans of both genres.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent bugs that disrupt gameplay, such as unintended redirects to Safari and a lack of clear instructions, making it difficult for players to understand how to play.
“It's really buggy; I can't play with certain people because when I click on them, it opens Safari with a weird symbol. There are no instructions, and I spent over an hour trying to figure out how to play, but I still couldn't.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to enjoy any session without interruptions.”
“I experienced constant lag and disconnections, which ruined the overall gameplay experience.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is particularly appealing to fans of pixel art and parkour, creating an engaging environment that enhances the overall experience.
“This game will appeal to lovers of parkour and the atmosphere of pixel games.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game to be deeply emotional and heartbreaking, with one user expressing that it fulfilled a long-held desire for a meaningful gaming experience after just two hours of play.
“Hello everyone, I found a very cool, heartbreaking game that, after playing for 2 hours, I realized was the one I wanted all my life.”