Climb the Tower
- November 20, 2020
- Run and jump games
Get on SteamClimb the Tower is a challenging 3D platformer with a fantasy theme. Gameplay: Start at the base of the tower and keep climbing until you reach the very top. The tower is inhabited by strange creatures that will try to stop you. Make your way inside the tower, solve the challenges of the sandy halls, climb the spiraling staircase and finally navigate through the rooftop labyrinth. 4 unique lev…
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a challenging first-person platforming experience that can be rewarding to complete.
- At a low price point, it provides decent value for the time spent, making it worth trying out.
- The developers show responsiveness to player feedback, improving mechanics and enhancing the overall experience.
- The game suffers from poor level design and frustrating mechanics, making it difficult to enjoy.
- Graphics are low fidelity and uninteresting, contributing to an overall lack of polish.
- The first-person perspective complicates precision platforming, leading to frequent falls and a frustrating gameplay experience.
- gameplay8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The gameplay is a mixed bag, with some players finding it unpolished and lacking fun, leading to a sense of mediocrity due to its focus on mechanics over story or visuals. However, others have experienced improvements in gameplay mechanics that enhanced their enjoyment, allowing them to appreciate the expansive environments. Overall, the gameplay's quality seems to vary significantly among players, impacting their overall recommendation of the game.
“Instantly have to flip my negative review because the main gripe I had with the game's mechanics is solved and now I can finally make progress and enjoy the cool, huge-scope environments that made me originally try this game out.”
“The gameplay is engaging and offers a unique experience that keeps me coming back for more.”
“But it is that exact feature of the game -- that all it has going for it is its gameplay: there is no story; the visuals are low fidelity and uninteresting; it brings nothing new to the table -- that condemns it to mediocrity.”
“Perhaps not quite like this one, with a focus purely on gameplay and little else, that is also played from a first-person perspective with mouse and keyboard controls.”
“But it is that exact feature of the game -- that all it has going for it is its gameplay: there is no story; the visuals are low fidelity and uninteresting; it brings nothing new to the table -- that condemns it to mediocrity.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have been criticized for being low fidelity and uninteresting, particularly in the first level, which is noted as the worst-looking. Reviewers feel that the lack of visual appeal and design innovation detracts significantly from the overall experience, leaving the game feeling mediocre despite its gameplay.
“I can forgive the ugly graphics (the first level seems to be the worst-looking); I can even forgive the janky controls (more on that later); but I cannot forgive the design.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users have noted that the game's optimization for controls is lacking, as they found mouse and keyboard setups more effective than custom controller bindings, despite a preference for controller use in 3D platformers. This suggests that the game may not be fully optimized for the intended control scheme.
“I found it easier to finish the first level when using the mouse and keyboard controls instead of a custom controller binding, even though I firmly believe a 3D platformer should be optimized for controller use.”
“The optimization for mouse and keyboard controls made the gameplay smoother, allowing me to progress through the levels more easily.”
“I found the game much easier to play with mouse and keyboard controls instead of a custom controller binding, even though I firmly believe a 3D platformer should be optimized for controller use.”
“The optimization for controller bindings feels lacking, making the game less enjoyable for those who prefer that setup.”
- story2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game is criticized for lacking a compelling story, with reviewers noting that it relies solely on gameplay to engage players. This absence of narrative depth, combined with low-quality visuals, contributes to a perception of mediocrity.
“But it is that exact feature of the game -- that all it has going for it is its gameplay: there is no story; the visuals are low fidelity and uninteresting; it brings nothing new to the table -- that condemns it to mediocrity.”
- music2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its fitting composition, effectively creating an ominous and mysterious atmosphere that motivates players to continue their journey.
“The music fits the game well and develops a sense of ominous mystery, making you want to keep going to reach the top.”
