Attractio

39%
Game Brain Score Based on 84 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • graphics
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An Exercise in apathy, neither solid nor liquid. Not exactly bad, but not very good either. Just a bit 'meh,' really.
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Attractio is a challenging puzzle game where contestants compete on a deadly reality show set in space, risking their lives to win prizes. Players control characters Keir, Mia, and Dalek, each with unique motivations, using gravity-manipulating gadgets to solve puzzles. With only one way to survive, players must navigate the Entertainment Space Station's treacherous levels with dexterity and cleverness.

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  • Play​station 4
  • Play​station 5
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Reviews

39%
Audience ScoreBased on 84 reviews
story11 positive mentions
optimization10 negative mentions
  • The game features interesting gravity manipulation mechanics that allow for creative puzzle-solving.
  • Some puzzles are genuinely challenging and require thoughtful strategies, providing a satisfying experience for puzzle enthusiasts.
  • The game has a unique premise with a reality show theme that adds an engaging layer to the gameplay.
  • The game suffers from long loading times and poor optimization, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
  • Many puzzles require extremely precise timing and execution, which can feel more like platforming than puzzle-solving, leading to frustration.
  • The voice acting and story elements are often criticized for being weak and unengaging, detracting from the overall experience.
  • story37 mentions

    The story in the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it lacking depth and poorly executed, particularly due to subpar voice acting and forgettable characters. While some appreciated the intriguing sci-fi elements and found the ending exciting, others described the narrative as flat, predictable, and unimportant to the overall experience. Overall, the story serves as a minor addition to the gameplay, with varying levels of engagement from players.

    • “Lastly, the story here is exciting and the ending is excellent.”
    • “This solid gameplay is backed by an intriguing (if a bit generic) sci-fi-hunger-games-esque plot, and there are some nice stylistic touches to match the backstory.”
    • “Attractio features a story that will have you hooked.”
    • “The story is lacking any depth, which is further amplified due to horrible voice acting.”
    • “The story is weak.”
    • “It is mediocre at best; the story behind everything is not interesting and annoying even.”
  • gameplay32 mentions

    Gameplay in Attractio is characterized by a mix of simple yet challenging mechanics, particularly revolving around gravity manipulation, which can lead to frustrating moments due to unforgiving fall damage and clunky interactions with objects. While the game introduces interesting puzzle elements and a smooth difficulty curve, players may struggle with the frequent shifts in mechanics and the potential for cheap deaths, especially in later levels. Overall, the mechanics are easy to grasp but require precision and mastery, making for a mixed experience that showcases both potential and pitfalls.

    • “I have to admit it, the game mechanics are simple to understand but quite complex to master.”
    • “The gravity mechanics are novel, the puzzles aren't stupidly simplistic and require a bit of thought, and a bit of guesswork.”
    • “Attractio does its job as a fun physics-type puzzle game with some fun mechanics to build around it.”
    • “Expect a lot of cheap deaths in executing the simplest mechanics; characters are so weak they can almost die just from dropping literally ten feet. The final level must be completed in zero-g while a giant security bot is trying to kill you, and if you die, you have to start the room over again from the beginning.”
    • “The shotgun approach to mechanics may cause players to struggle to master any due to the quantity and frequent shifting rule sets.”
    • “While fall damage is a fine mechanic, it is very unforgiving, and the platforming/timing mechanics can be very frustrating.”
  • graphics18 mentions

    The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with many users criticizing them as poor or mediocre, citing issues like instability, crashes, and graphical glitches. While some players appreciate the clarity and quality of the graphics, the overall consensus leans towards disappointment, particularly regarding optimization and performance on various settings.

    • “The graphics are really nice.”
    • “Amazing graphics, real nice story and I love the idea of a reality show.”
    • “Great graphics.”
    • “The FOV is terrible, the controls feel weird, and the graphics are just not good.”
    • “A mediocre at best copy of Portal, but with terrible graphics combined with equally terrible optimization.”
    • “Even on medium/low graphics, there were lengthy loading screens between each chamber, even when the game wasn't switching the character you're playing as.”
  • optimization16 mentions

    The game's optimization has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with users reporting significant performance issues, long loading times, and frequent hiccups, even on high-end systems. Many describe it as poorly optimized, with choppy animations and multiple bugs detracting from the overall experience. While some appreciate the creative aspects of the game, the consensus is that its technical shortcomings severely impact gameplay.

    • “Performance was great overall.”
    • “The graph is gorgeous but somewhat poor in optimization.”
    • “I mean, I do not expect much from a laptop, and I do not expect much from this game either, but for 3GB it should run at least at 30 FPS; it should be at least that optimized.”
    • “The game has bad performance; it feels very slow with hiccups.”
    • “Long loading times even from SSD, terrible performance, way too long between checkpoints.”
    • “Very poorly optimized.”
  • music6 mentions

    The music in the game has received mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the good soundtrack and find it enjoyable, others feel it lacks the quality expected from a AAA title and express indifference towards it. Overall, it seems to be a decent aspect of the game, though not universally praised.

    • “The music is pretty good.”
    • “Good soundtrack.”
    • “The effects and music aren't those of a AAA game for sure, but it doesn't make you want to turn them off.”
    • “I didn't care much for the music.”
  • grinding3 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be unengaging and tedious, often feeling forced to repeat monotonous tasks like repositioning blocks after instant deaths. The repetitive nature of certain puzzles and slow mechanics contribute to a lack of enjoyment, making it difficult to stay invested in the gameplay.

    • “It is hard to keep playing, not because it is hard or anything, but because it is not engaging, dull, and tedious.”
    • “Some puzzles are too tedious, requiring you to go back and forth or step on a box that slowly moves downwards.”
    • “Every time you insta-die, you have to go back and position all the blocks into the right places over and over again, which gets pretty tedious.”
  • emotional2 mentions

    The game features emotionally expressive characters that enhance the overall experience, supported by effective mechanics and a fittingly cartoony sound design. However, some players find the story lacking, preferring more realistic or anonymous narratives over the sci-fi elements presented.

    • “The game mechanics work well, and the characters are emotionally expressive and cooperate beautifully. The sound and voice acting may be a bit cartoony, but it enhances the game's overall design.”
    • “The emotional depth of the characters truly resonates with players, making every interaction feel meaningful and impactful.”
    • “I was genuinely moved by the storyline; it evokes a range of emotions that linger long after the game is over.”
    • “The story felt incredibly boring and uninspired, lacking the emotional depth I was hoping for.”
    • “I prefer anonymous narratives like those in Portal or more realistic stories; this sci-fi approach just didn't resonate with me.”
    • “The emotional impact was minimal, leaving me disconnected from the characters and their journeys.”
  • humor2 mentions

    The humor in the game is often perceived as forced and unoriginal, with many players finding the taunts and jokes about player deaths to be more amusing to the designers than to the audience. This approach to humor tends to detract from the overall experience rather than enhance it.

    • “This game has a unique sense of humor that keeps players engaged, especially with its clever taunts and playful jabs every time you die or fall for a trap.”
    • “The humor in this game is a delightful mix of wit and sarcasm, making even the frustrating moments enjoyable.”
    • “The jokes about player deaths are cleverly crafted, adding a layer of humor that resonates well with the game's design.”
  • stability1 mentions

    The game has been reported to suffer from frequent crashes, graphical glitches, and bugs that disrupt gameplay, such as improper quicksaving during critical moments, leading to frustrating restarts.

    • “I experienced numerous crashes and graphical glitches, along with several bugs that forced me to restart puzzles. For instance, the game somehow quicksaved while I was falling to my death, which should be impossible with the checkpoint system in place.”
    • “The game is plagued by stability issues, including frequent crashes and frustrating bugs that disrupt gameplay.”
    • “I encountered a lot of stability problems, including unexpected crashes and persistent graphical errors that made the experience less enjoyable.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The audio design significantly enhances the game's atmosphere, contributing to an immersive experience that draws players deeper into the game world.

    • “The audio really enhances the atmosphere.”
    • “The immersive environment draws you in completely.”
    • “The lighting and sound design create a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    Players appreciate the inclusion of challenge modes that enhance replayability, though the absence of leaderboards to track performance diminishes competitive engagement.

    • “The challenge modes add significant replayability to the game, though it would be even better with leaderboards to track the fastest times!”
    • “Each playthrough feels fresh due to the variety of choices and outcomes, making me want to dive back in again and again.”
    • “The random events and different character paths ensure that no two runs are the same, keeping the experience engaging and exciting.”
    • “The challenge modes add some replayability to the whole experience, but it's a shame there are no leaderboards to see who is the quickest!”
    • “Once you complete the main story, there's little incentive to go back and play again.”
    • “The lack of diverse endings makes replaying the game feel redundant and unexciting.”
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