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Armillo

95%Game Brain Score
gameplay, music
stability
95% User Score Based on 166 reviews

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Armillo is a unique, fun rolling platforming game with a sci-fi parallel universe theme. It features a massive amount of gameplay elements. For one, there is the regular 3D world, followed by a bonus stage on the moon. Then there is the evil parallel universe, and special 2D speed-run inspired worlds. Lots of unexpected deadly twists, and surprises await! The star of the game features a space arma…

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95%
Audience ScoreBased on 166 reviews
gameplay16 positive mentions
stability4 negative mentions
  • Armillo is a surprisingly fun and unique 3D platformer that combines elements from classic games like Sonic and Mario Galaxy, offering a nostalgic yet fresh experience.
  • The game features simple but responsive controls, a charming art style, and a variety of level designs that keep gameplay engaging and challenging.
  • It's free to play, which many players feel is an incredible value given the quality of the game, with many expressing they would have happily paid for it.
  • The game suffers from bugs and glitches, particularly in the side-scrolling sections, which can detract from the overall experience.
  • Some players found the 2D levels frustrating due to awkward controls and a lack of visual clarity in certain areas, making navigation difficult.
  • There are complaints about the lack of controller support and the inability to customize keyboard controls, which can hinder gameplay for some users.
  • gameplay
    26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by simple yet responsive controls, offering a mix of engaging mechanics that keep levels fresh and challenging. While many players appreciate the unique blend of influences and the variety of level designs, some criticize the jump/boost mechanic for its inconsistency, which detracts from the overall experience. Despite its indie feel and occasional predictability, the game provides a satisfying gameplay loop with numerous power-ups and unique challenges across its stages.

    • “The controls are simple but fun, the gameplay is good and it has a lot of mechanics to keep the stages fresh.”
    • “Each level has a unique gimmick or new game mechanic.”
    • “Every level offers a number of new mechanics to learn and have fun with, and the bonus 'dark moon' levels between the main levels as well as the unlockable further bonus levels offer even more variation.”
    • “Unfortunately, the awful jump/boost mechanic really brings this otherwise enjoyable and entertaining game down, especially in the 2D sections with it consistently not working or barely making an impact.”
    • “The game clearly feels like an indie game, with quite simple gameplay and very predictable level design, unfortunately not taking advantage of the spherical maps to bring anything special.”
    • “The gameplay really isn't for me, but the game is quality and worth trying.”
  • music
    26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received positive feedback, with many players praising its impressive soundtrack that complements the visuals and gameplay effectively. While some tracks are noted to resemble keygen music, the overall quality is described as decent to good, enhancing the gaming experience and evoking strong emotional responses. Players appreciate how the music fits the game's atmosphere, contributing to a cohesive and immersive experience.

    • “The music is shockingly decent to good.”
    • “I'll be honest, when I opened this game for the first time, I got goosebumps upon hearing the music and seeing the map of planets.”
    • “Beautiful graphics, nicely planned stages with quite the difficulty, hidden secrets to explore, great music, even though the story is simple but it's done in a great storytelling style, truly a masterpiece!”
  • graphics
    26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the decent visuals and charming character designs. While some describe the graphics as simplistic and occasionally too dark, others highlight the game's creative art style and well-planned stages. The visuals are generally considered fitting for the game's tone, contributing positively to the overall experience.

    • “Beautiful graphics, nicely planned stages with quite the difficulty (seems like less than 10% of players are able to reach the ending), hidden secrets to explore, great music, even though the story is simple, it's done in a great storytelling style, truly a masterpiece!”
    • “The endearing modest-frills 90's style graphics and menus are part of a very creative and playable platformer/roller.”
    • “Fast game with modern-day graphics and easy controls that move from location A to B to C and so on.”
    • “It’s mostly light in challenge and isn’t particularly memorable or engaging, but the characters are cute, although the voice acting feels out of place, and the graphics are okay, if a bit basic and sometimes too dark.”
    • “Visuals are simplistic, about what you would expect from a Unity game, but made well.”
    • “[0.3] graphics”
  • story
    22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is described as simple yet effective, featuring a balanced and engaging storytelling style that complements its fun gameplay. While the plot is straightforward, it includes some twists and is considered realistic and logical, enhancing the overall experience. Players appreciate the entertaining narrative alongside beautiful graphics and challenging gameplay, making it a memorable aspect of the game.

    • “Beautiful graphics, nicely planned stages with quite the difficulty (seems like less than 10% of players are able to reach the ending), hidden secrets to explore, great music; even though the story is simple, it's done in a great storytelling style, truly a masterpiece!”
    • “The story is very simple but it's done in a very balanced and great storytelling style.”
    • “Although the plot of this game is simple, it is very realistic and logical.”
    • “The story, while short and basic, more or less fits in for a game like this.”
  • stability
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, users report that the game has a significant number of bugs and glitches, leading to a perception of it being "too freaking buggy." However, many also note that these issues are generally rare and mostly minor.

    • “Too freaking buggy.”
    • “Bugs and glitches, while still present as of writing this, are rare and mostly minor.”
    • “Too freaking buggy.”
  • humor
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is characterized by its funny and solid voice acting, which adds a silly charm to the overall experience. Players appreciate the comedic elements, enhancing the enjoyment of the visuals.

    • “Once I changed that, the visuals were actually quite nice for what the game's going for. There is a lot of funny and solid, if silly, voice acting.”
  • atmosphere
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is distinct and original, successfully blending influences from classic platformers while establishing its own unique style. This combination creates an engaging and immersive experience for players.

    • “Even though you can clearly see influences and ideas from different classic platformers, the game has its own style and atmosphere.”
  • optimization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is well-optimized, particularly appealing to fans of classic titles like Sonic, ensuring smooth performance and an enjoyable experience.

    • “Well optimized game for fans of classics such as Sonic.”
  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users express frustration with the 2D levels, feeling that the controls detract from the emotional engagement of the gameplay, as they often find themselves battling the mechanics rather than immersing in the game’s environment.

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