Breaking Gates

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Breaking Gates is a single player role playing game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by YlunGameStudio and was released on November 17, 2020. It received neutral reviews from players.

Breaking Gates is a 2D action RPG in a fantastic and animated world. Developed by fans of classic games of the genre, Breaking Gates combines dynamic gameplay creating a new experience as you explore the map. Collect items, create and unlock a vast set of equipment to defeat countless challenging creatures and bosses who await you in this adventure!

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Audience ScoreBased on 19 reviews

graphics4 positive mentions

monetization2 negative mentions

The game features beautiful graphics and a charming art style, creating an enjoyable visual experience.
Gameplay is fun and offers straightforward mechanics with a variety of areas to explore, including main quests and side missions.
The game has a lot of content, including many upgradable equipment and special moves, providing hours of gameplay.

The game feels like a poorly ported mobile game, with sluggish performance and frequent frame drops during action sequences.
There are several technical issues, including bugs that disrupt immersion and a lack of customization options for controls.
The game has been abandoned by the developers, with no updates or improvements for over a year, leaving it feeling incomplete.

graphics
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many users criticizing the lack of resolution options and customization, leading to a perception of low-quality visuals typical of mobile apps. While some appreciate the charming art style and atmosphere, others feel that the execution falls short, resulting in a game that visually underwhelms for a PC title. Overall, the graphics are described as simplistic and lacking the polish expected from modern games, despite some positive notes on character and environment contrast.
- “Breaking Gates is a promising indie metroidvania with charming graphics and nice atmosphere.”
- “For the graphics and animations, there is not too much to say; they are pretty nice and the best thing is the contrast between characters and environment.”
- “First impressions: pretty graphics, nice music, runs at like... 15fps, which is whatever.”
- “There's no options to change the resolution for the game or customize the graphics settings.”
- “The game features simple, cartoony 2D graphics, of the type you normally expect to see in low-effort mobile apps.”
- “Considering this is being evaluated as a PC game, having the graphics phoned in like this isn't going to result in a high quality, visually impressive game that PC gamers are used to seeing.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by straightforward mechanics such as hitting, jumping, and dashing, along with unlockable special moves, providing a fun experience despite some users feeling it resembles a mobile game port. While the gameplay is basic, the inclusion of gear that affects stats adds depth, and the original 2D visuals contribute to its appeal, making it a decent option for casual play. Overall, it offers hours of entertainment, though it may not stand out as the best in its genre.
- “The gameplay is fun with straightforward mechanics: hit/jump/dash plus unlockable special moves.”
- “Gameplay-wise, it's pretty basic but I like that every piece of gear you have gives some stats.”
- “Normally I get bored with platform games, but this one is an exception. It has pretty original 2D visuals and good gameplay. It's not the best RPG, but it's good enough for passing the time.”
- “Gameplay-wise, it's pretty basic, but I like that every piece of gear you have gives some stats.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally well-received, with players noting it as a positive aspect alongside the graphics. However, performance issues, such as low frame rates, may detract from the overall experience.
- “The music perfectly complements the game's atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience.”
- “The soundtrack is a beautiful blend of melodies that keeps you engaged throughout the gameplay.”
- “The music adds a rich layer to the storytelling, making each moment feel more impactful.”
- “The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “While the game has a great story, the soundtrack does not complement it well.”
- “The background music is often too loud, drowning out important sound effects and dialogue.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is structured around engaging main quests complemented by daily side missions, providing players with a blend of narrative depth and ongoing content. This dual approach enhances the overall experience, allowing for both progression and exploration within the game's world.
- “The story is captivating, with a perfect blend of music, combat elements, and more.”
- “The main quests are engaging, complemented by daily side missions that add depth to the narrative.”
- “The storyline is rich and immersive, making every quest feel meaningful.”
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent flow.”
- “Main quests and daily side missions often feel repetitive and uninspired.”
- “The narrative fails to engage, leaving players disconnected from the characters.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization of "Breaking Gates" has been criticized as a blatant cash grab by mobile developers, with users noting its low quality and resemblance to numerous amateur platformers on Steam. The game is perceived as an attempt to profit from the Steam platform without offering a genuine gaming experience.
- “Breaking Gates is a mobile app that's been dumped on Steam as if it were a real PC game (it's not)... it's a cash grab from greedy mobile developers. The game is one of literally thousands of amateur platformers on Steam.”
- “GameMaker Studio is often used to make retro pixel shovelware and cash grabs.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of Breaking Gates is highlighted as charming and engaging, contributing to its appeal as a promising indie metroidvania.
- “Breaking Gates is a promising indie metroidvania with charming graphics and a captivating atmosphere.”