Aura of Worlds

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Aura of Worlds is a challenging, procedurally generated roguelike platformer. Traverse diverse biomes, battle strange creatures, and wield unique abilities to uncover the mysteries of a fragmenting world. Every run brings new replayability and strategic depth, as you collect and upgrade resources to outsmart the ever-changing environment.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

97%

Audience ScoreBased on 64 reviews

gameplay7 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

Aura of Worlds features beautiful pixel graphics and a nostalgic feel, reminiscent of classic platformers, while offering engaging gameplay mechanics and a variety of abilities.
The game has a strong procedural generation system that keeps each playthrough fresh and exciting, with a good balance of challenge and skill-based combat.
Developers are responsive and dedicated to improving the game, with frequent updates that enhance gameplay and address community feedback.

Some players have reported issues with controls and difficulty, particularly for those who are not accustomed to fast-paced action or complex mechanics.
The game lacks a clear narrative and can feel aimless at times, with some players finding the world generation and tutorial inadequate.
There are technical issues such as crashes and resolution settings that need to be addressed, which can detract from the overall experience.

gameplay
13 mentions
54 % positive mentions
31 % neutral mentions
15 % negative mentions
The gameplay is widely praised for its engaging mechanics, tight controls, and creative movement options, making it both fun and challenging. Players appreciate the variety of gameplay styles available, allowing for personalized experiences, while the retro platformer feel and satisfying mechanics enhance the overall enjoyment. Despite some technical issues and the game's early access status, the rich variation of abilities and tactics keeps players invested and eager to master the game.
- “Really tight controls, fun and engaging gameplay, creative movement, tactics, character upgrades... this is a bright spot in a sea of a lot of pretty trash early access games.”
- “An awesome rogue-like platformer that is not only challenging but just as importantly offers deep, fun, and varied gameplay (with lots of interesting options and abilities to play with).”
- “If you are a hardcore roguelike/lite platformer enthusiast, you will appreciate this game's rich variation of mechanics - slow time, deflect missiles, cloak yourself to survive; grapple, double jump or 'port your way around the level; grab background items and hurl them at enemies or nullify obstacles with them.”
- “While I'm personally a bit bumbly with mechanics in general, I found this game to be equal parts fun, frustrating, and puzzling.”
- “I'm not going to give the game any down points for this, as it's still in early access and it doesn't really hinder the gameplay too much.”
music
7 mentions
57 % positive mentions
14 % neutral mentions
29 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised for being delightful and engaging, enhancing the overall experience with its nostalgic charm reminiscent of classic Game Boy titles. While some users noted that the music could benefit from more variety, the current soundtrack effectively complements the fun gameplay and interactive world. Overall, it contributes positively to the game's atmosphere, making it enjoyable and immersive.
- “A really fun roguelike with beautiful levels, great music, and an interactive world.”
- “Also, the music is amazing.”
- “It looks really great and the music is delightful as well.”
- “The music was passable.”
- “More variety in music and sound would certainly improve the experience; additional level templates wouldn't go astray either.”
graphics
6 mentions
67 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are characterized by charming pixel art that enhances the overall experience, complemented by a well-crafted dungeon generator. While not boasting AAA visuals, the retro style and cute artwork resonate well with players, contributing to an engaging and addictive gameplay experience. The combination of appealing visuals and nostalgic music creates a polished atmosphere that players find enjoyable.
- “Together with nice pixel style graphics and the very well-crafted dungeon generator, this results in a really polished, entertaining game!”
- “Really addictive fantasy game combining great gameplay mechanics with that retro platformer feel and beautiful pixel graphics.”
- “Aura of Worlds is a wonderful roguelike/roguelite platformer with creative and visually appealing pixel graphics that flow seamlessly throughout each procedurally generated level.”
replayability
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Reviewers highlight the game's impressive replayability, noting that it offers hours of engaging content despite being developed by a small team. The variety of weapons and distinct play styles available from the start contribute to a dynamic gameplay experience that encourages multiple playthroughs.
- “It’s remarkable that such a tiny team of developers has created such a polished game, which has the potential for hours and hours of replayability.”
- “Lots of replayability - even just starting out, there are a few different weapons available to me that each have different play styles and ways to fight certain enemies.”
- “Another pro point I haven't talked about is the replayability.”
story
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
The game features minimal storytelling, with some users noting the presence of a splash screen that suggests a narrative, but ultimately, the story does not play a significant role in the gameplay experience.
- “There is no story, which is fine, but there was a splash screen with a story, so I figured it would play a bigger part.”
- “The narrative feels disjointed and lacks any real depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I expected a rich storyline, but instead, I was left with a series of disconnected events that failed to captivate.”
atmosphere
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, contributing significantly to its appeal as a solid platformer.
- “A solid platformer with a great atmosphere.”