Cataegis : The White Wind

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Cataegis : The White Wind is a single player action game. It was developed by Acido Cinza and was released on September 25, 2015. It received positive reviews from players.

"Cataegis - The White Wind: Ziggurat Chapter" is a 2D side-scrolling action game with fast-paced, retro-style gameplay and an exciting retro soundtrack. As Cataegis, an enforcer for the Order of Caeliger, battle against the self-proclaimed deity Ishtar and her followers in a war for Earth's future. With an engaging storyline, gorgeous pixel art cinematics, and over 20 different endings based on your choices, this game offers a lot of replayability and depth.

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86%

Audience ScoreBased on 320 reviews

graphics7 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

The game captures the nostalgic feel of classic retro platformers, providing a challenging and rewarding experience for fans of the genre.
It features a variety of endings and gameplay mechanics that encourage replayability and exploration.
The music and art style are praised for their quality, enhancing the overall experience despite some gameplay flaws.

Controls are often clunky and unresponsive, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
The game can feel unfairly difficult, with enemy attacks and patterns that are hard to predict, resulting in cheap deaths.
Visual design issues, such as poor color choices and a lack of widescreen support, detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.

graphics
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
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The graphics of "Cataegis: The White Wind" evoke a retro aesthetic reminiscent of classic NES games, appealing to fans of pixel art. While some players appreciate the nostalgic art style and find it fitting for the game's fast-paced action, others criticize the inconsistency in quality and overuse of certain colors, leading to a mixed reception overall. Despite its charm, the visuals are often described as sloppy and lacking polish, which detracts from the overall experience.
- “Love the music and the art style.”
- “The pixelated graphics and old school game feel really do this title justice.”
- “You should definitely get Cataegis if you like retro-styled graphics, sound, and gameplay.”
- “What really sinks the visuals for me is how certain colors are heavily overused, often within the same screen or area.”
- “They chose to use obsolete retro pixel 'art' as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
- “The art style is not consistent - some images were made very well and others are just crude and ugly to the point where the cards that you get from the game that show the same characters look far better.”
music
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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37%
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The music in the game has received widespread praise, with many users highlighting its energetic and exciting retro soundtrack that complements the gameplay well. Reviewers appreciate the variety and quality of the tunes, often describing them as a standout feature that enhances the overall experience. While some noted minor issues, such as the tutorial music being less favorable, the consensus is that the soundtrack significantly contributes to the game's charm and enjoyment.
- “Love the music and the art style.”
- “The music is pretty awesome for the game (probably the best part).”
- “Incredible soundtrack, fantastic animation, challenging gameplay.”
- “The tutorial music is amusingly bad, and the controls feel like they'd take a bit to master, but they're tight enough to work well once you know what you're doing.”
- “Music and art are decent.”
- “I wasn't able to find a soundtrack online, but when I listened to the tunes instead of playing the game, I enjoyed the music.”
gameplay
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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74%
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The gameplay is characterized by classic old-school side-scrolling mechanics and fast, fluid action with a variety of techniques and weapons. However, many players find it clunky and unpolished, leading to a frustrating experience that lacks innovation and can become repetitive. While some appreciate the retro aesthetic and challenging elements, overall sentiment suggests that the gameplay does not meet expectations, especially when compared to similar titles.
- “+ fast and fluid gameplay with a myriad of techniques and varied weapons;”
- “Incredible soundtrack, fantastic animation, challenging gameplay.”
- “Great retro game with lots of different endings (really, lots) and new game plus mechanics.”
- “The gameplay is clunky, unpolished, and unsatisfying, to go with the godawful visuals.”
- “The game is complete trash, bad controls, nothing innovative, boring story and gameplay (gets repetitive really really fast).”
- “A fundamentally broken game with clunky controls and stiff gameplay, though this is okay because it's under the guise of 'retro' and 'indie'!”
story
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is a mixed bag, with some players finding it engaging and entertaining, particularly due to its retro aesthetic and multiple endings that enhance replayability. However, others criticize it for being simplistic or lacking depth, leading to a repetitive experience. Overall, while the storyline has its merits, it may not satisfy all players.
- “The NES-style art, the old school music, and ridiculously outlandish (in a good way) story intro make this game look like it could be fun.”
- “Good game with an interesting story; multiple endings are a nice feature, and the new bonuses unlocked for New Game+ with these endings make the playthroughs more rewarding.”
- “I had some trouble in understanding the words in the prologue, but it can be simplified as 'a main hero that wants to kill a god' story.”
- “Some are disappointing because there isn't much story in it, but I find some of them to be entertaining.”
- “The game is complete trash, bad controls, nothing innovative, boring story and gameplay (gets repetitive really really fast).”
emotional
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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7%
Players report a strong emotional impact from the game, often experiencing a mix of laughter and tears, leading to a deep emotional investment despite its seemingly cursed appearance. While some find it to be an "emotional damage simulator," others appreciate its surprising wholesomeness, though a few criticize the gameplay and story for being repetitive and uninspired. Overall, the emotional resonance of the game stands out as a defining feature for many players.
- “I laughed, I cried, I alt-tabbed.”
- “But I'm invested emotionally.”
- “Surprisingly wholesome for something that looked cursed.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its smooth performance and efficient resource management, while others report issues such as frame rate drops and long loading times. Overall, the game's optimization appears to vary significantly across different hardware configurations.
- “The optimization in this game is outstanding, allowing for smooth gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
- “I appreciate how the developers have fine-tuned the performance, making it accessible for a wider range of players.”
- “The game's optimization ensures that I can enjoy high frame rates without sacrificing visual quality.”
- “The game runs poorly on even high-end systems, making it frustrating to play.”
- “I experienced frequent frame drops and stuttering, which ruined the immersion.”
- “The optimization is so bad that loading times are unacceptably long, even for simple tasks.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users report that the game does not feature any grindy achievements, suggesting a more streamlined experience that avoids excessive repetitive tasks.
- “The grinding for achievements feels endless and unfulfilling.”
- “I spent hours grinding, but it just felt like a chore rather than fun.”
- “The repetitive nature of grinding makes the game feel tedious and boring.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users report significant stability issues, including frequent screen blackouts and various glitches occurring right from the start of the game.
- “The screen blacked out and other glitches occurred frequently, literally as my game began.”
- “I experienced constant crashes that made it impossible to enjoy the game.”
- “The game is riddled with bugs that disrupt gameplay and ruin the overall experience.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players highlight the strong replayability of the game, citing numerous achievements and approximately 32 different endings as key factors. The stylish 80s pixel art and engaging boss battles further enhance the experience, encouraging multiple playthroughs.
- “The achievements bring an awesome replayability, and if that's not enough for you, there are around 32 endings, if I'm not mistaken.”
- “Stylish anime in 80s pixel form, and the content goes beyond a straightforward tribute, along with satisfying boss battles and replay value.”