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Binaries

Despite being a fun game, Binaries’ Super Meat Boy gameplay style doesn’t quite fit a puzzle game like this. Mainly due to our feeble human inability to monitor two characters at once.
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80%Game Brain Score
music, gameplay
graphics, replayability
89% User Score Based on 74 reviews
Critic Score 69%Based on 9 reviews

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Binaries is a single player arcade platformer game. It was developed by AntWorkshop and was released on April 4, 2016. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

"Binaries" is a platformer game where you control two balls simultaneously, navigating through over 100 challenging levels filled with obstacles and dangers. The game features quirky humor, adaptive music, and a non-linear map that allows you to choose your own path. With its high difficulty and replayability, players can strive for quicker times and S rankings on each level.

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Audience ScoreBased on 74 reviews
music5 positive mentions
replayability3 negative mentions
  • Binaries offers a unique and clever gameplay mechanic where players control two characters simultaneously, providing a fresh challenge in the puzzle-platformer genre.
  • The game features a well-designed difficulty curve, introducing new elements at a satisfying pace, making it enjoyable to complete levels and strive for high ranks.
  • Players appreciate the humor, minimalistic art style, and engaging soundtrack, which enhance the overall experience and contribute to its charm.
  • The controls can feel imprecise and floaty, leading to frustration, especially in later levels where precision is crucial for success.
  • Some players experience technical issues, such as the game not functioning properly on Windows 11, which can hinder accessibility.
  • The level design can become overly reliant on trial and error, making it feel less rewarding and more punishing for those who prefer a more straightforward challenge.
  • music
    15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is described as a blend of chill and hectic, complementing the gameplay effectively. While some users find it nothing special, others appreciate its minimalistic and clean design, noting that it enhances the overall experience and fits well with the game's art style. Overall, the soundtrack is considered appropriate and enjoyable, contributing to a stylish and relaxing environment.

    • “The music is really amazing, the gameplay is pretty good and the graphics too!”
    • “Add minimalistic, but very clean design, simple, but appropriate soundtrack – and you not only swearing and breaking your keyboard, but doing it in a stylish and relaxing environment.”
    • “The music is nothing special.”
    • “Add minimalistic, but very clean design, simple, but appropriate soundtrack – and you not only swearing and breaking your keyboard, but doing it in stylish and relaxing environment.”
    • “Funnier than the developer thinks and the music is quite chill and hectic depending on gameplay.”
  • gameplay
    15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of "Binaries" is praised for its innovative core mechanic of controlling two units simultaneously, which is complemented by a well-paced introduction of new elements and a variety of levels. While the game features engaging graphics and a captivating soundtrack, some players felt that the platforming style may not fully align with the puzzle genre. Overall, it is recognized as a tightly focused title with a unique approach that encourages mastery and offers a blend of humor and challenge.

    • “New elements to the gameplay are introduced at a rate that feels just about perfect, not giving the player too much too soon, while also not overusing the same puzzle element too much.”
    • “Ant Workshop have created a tightly focused title with a clear ethos and a truly original game mechanic.”
    • “[Mind-bending stages with platforming gameplay where you control two things at once, pretty cool soundtrack, loads of levels to master.]”
    • “While binaries has a lot of reasonably interesting elements outside of the level design, such as the colour palette and animations (which certainly do work to the game's minimalistic style) and the humour and meta commentary (which often does not), the core mechanic and the levels built around it are the main thrust of the game, and in that regard, binaries is pure excellent genius.”
    • “Even then, with open-worldness and solid game mechanics, you really can't go wrong with this one.”
    • “Funnier than the developer thinks and the music is quite chill and hectic depending on gameplay.”
  • graphics
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics are generally considered satisfactory, with a simple aesthetic that some players appreciate, though others find them primitive and lacking in variety. While the visuals do not detract from the gameplay experience, they may not impress those seeking more detailed or diverse graphics. Overall, the graphics are functional but may not stand out in comparison to other aspects of the game.

    • “The music is really amazing, the gameplay is pretty good, and the graphics are impressive too!”
    • “The aesthetics are quite appealing.”
    • “Do not mistake the primitive graphics or simple game design for an easy game.”
    • “[Frustration factor is through the roof; some stages require too much precision, visuals don't feature enough variety, lack of extra modes and leaderboards]”
  • humor
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is described as delightfully fiendish and corny, featuring witty and snarky writing reminiscent of "Stealth Bastard." Players appreciate the blend of humor with gameplay elements like spikes and balls, contributing to an overall funny experience.

    • “Delightfully fiendish was the term I used on Twitter to describe this, and it's funny to boot.”
    • “Now featuring corny humor, lots of spikes, and balls.”
    • “Reminds me of the witty, snarky, obnoxiously funny, sometimes ominous writing from Stealth Bastard.”
  • replayability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviewers highlight the game's excellent replayability, attributing it to its unique play style and humor, making it a worthwhile purchase for its low price of £7.

    • “Considering the £7 price tag, unique play style, great sense of humor, and the many hours of potential replayability, it's well worth a purchase.”
    • “The game lacks meaningful choices, making replayability feel pointless.”
    • “Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to play again.”
    • “The limited variety in gameplay mechanics means that replaying the game feels more like a chore than a fun experience.”
  • story
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story conveys a powerful message about resilience and the unpredictability of life, emphasizing that perseverance in the face of adversity can lead to unexpected and rewarding outcomes.

    • “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.”
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Binaries is a arcade platformer game.

Binaries is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5 and others.

Binaries was released on April 4, 2016.

Binaries was developed by AntWorkshop.

Binaries has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its graphics.

Binaries is a single player game.

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