Climbey

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Climbey is a single player and multiplayer racing game. It was developed by Brian Lindenhof and was released on January 7, 2022. It received very positive reviews from players.

Climbey is a VR-only climbing game! The goal is to climb to the finish as fast as you can, avoiding obstacles and trying not to fall along the way.

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Audience ScoreBased on 962 reviews

gameplay75 positive mentions

stability13 negative mentions

Great gameplay mechanics that provide a fun and immersive climbing experience.
Excellent multiplayer features that enhance the overall enjoyment of the game.
Strong community support with user-generated content and a level editor that adds endless replayability.

Jumping mechanics can be inconsistent and frustrating, leading to a steep learning curve.
Limited built-in levels, requiring reliance on user-generated content for extended gameplay.
Graphics are simplistic and may not appeal to everyone, potentially detracting from the overall experience.

gameplay
162 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of this title is characterized by intuitive climbing and movement mechanics that provide a satisfying and immersive experience, particularly in VR. However, the jumping mechanics have received significant criticism for being inconsistent and frustrating, which detracts from the overall enjoyment. Despite some graphical limitations and occasional glitches, the game offers a solid foundation for engaging gameplay, especially with community-created content and multiplayer options.
- “The mechanics are really nice and smooth, and the game in general is just amazing!”
- “The climbing mechanics are easy and intuitive, allowing for new players to grasp the game quickly while enabling more tricky maneuvers.”
- “The gameplay and locomotion are great, and through the built-in level editor, you never run dry of content!”
- “There comes a point where the mechanics of a game are bad enough for it not to feel very rewarding when you get the hang of them - because it feels like there's no rhyme or reason to it.”
- “The jumping mechanic is some of the worst I've ever seen, and as a climbing game, that is detrimental to the gameplay.”
- “The wonky jumping mechanics kept me from progressing through the built-in levels, and I figured I had no hope on community levels if I couldn't get past the fourth or fifth built-in level.”
graphics
65 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are largely described as simplistic, minimalist, and often dull, featuring a predominantly grey and white color palette that lacks variety. Despite these visual shortcomings, many players emphasize that the engaging gameplay and immersive mechanics more than compensate for the basic graphics, making the overall experience enjoyable. While some reviewers express a desire for graphical improvements, they agree that the fun and intensity of the gameplay overshadow the visual limitations.
- “Don't let the simple graphics turn you off; the immersion of height and distance you get from the game gives you that VR buzz, what it's like to climb.”
- “Despite the simple graphics, it gives you the distinct feeling of being very high up and actually makes you nervous to make those big, daring jumps.”
- “Yes, the graphics are insanely simplistic, but this is one of those titles that works because of it; the experience is what it's about.”
- “There's no variety in graphics, every level being grey and white.”
- “The game makes a pretty bad first impression with awful UI, outdated visuals, and poorly designed tutorials.”
- “The graphics and art style leave a lot to be desired, but the rest of the game blew my expectations away.”
replayability
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game boasts exceptional replayability, primarily due to its robust workshop support and built-in level editor, allowing players to create and share an almost limitless variety of user-generated content. With frequent updates and a growing library of community-created levels, players can enjoy an ever-evolving experience that keeps them engaged long-term. Overall, it is regarded as one of the most replayable titles available, especially in the VR space.
- “With legitimately unlimited replay value with Steam Workshop, and gut-churning heights, this game is a must-play, especially with friends.”
- “The climbing part is just a small part of the fun with talented people creating unique and entertaining maps on the workshop, which is where most of the replayability comes from.”
- “My favorite VR title so far, endless replayability due to the amount of workshop content and regular updates keep me coming back.”
- “The game has the largest amount of user-created content of any Vive game out there and is infinitely replayable because new levels are created all the time.”
music
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's music aspect is a mixed bag; while it features a built-in radio with a selection of enjoyable tracks, navigating it can be cumbersome, and many players find the lack of a dedicated soundtrack disappointing. Users appreciate the ability to play their own music or podcasts while enjoying the gameplay, which enhances the experience, especially during solo sessions. Overall, the game is fun but could benefit from a more robust musical offering.
- “You can play at your own pace and listen to your own music on the in-game radio while you do it.”
- “No other game has been able to match the level of fun that you can have when tuning into the same music station with a group of friends and just climbing for hours.”
- “Visually interesting and diverse levels, intuitive controls, and a cool soundtrack.”
- “On top of that the graphics are about as boring as you get, just white and grey boxes, and there's no music to speak of.”
- “I suggest playing this with some music running in the background because it doesn't have any on its own.”
- “This is fun and worth the price, but it needs some sound/music.”
stability
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The stability of the game is mixed, with some users reporting significant glitches and control issues that detract from the experience, while others note that the game runs well with few bugs. Many players acknowledge the presence of glitches, often referring to them as features that enhance gameplay, particularly in user-created levels. Overall, while there are stability concerns, the game's fun factor and creative potential seem to outweigh these issues for many players.
- “This game is great, with very few to no glitches. You can create your own levels, play levels made by others, and many of them are of very high quality.”
- “Climbey is an extremely fun game that runs great, even on a system slightly below the minimum requirements for VR Vive (like I currently do).”
- “The controls were very wonky and mostly frustrating due to the way it glitches you back to spawn, so I would say this is the game I dislike the most.”
- “Unpredictable glitches make the game more difficult than it needs to be.”
- “One negative aspect is that the game freezes every few hours, which leads to the loss of all progress you had. It's frustrating but a lot of fun and definitely worth it anyway!”
humor
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is a standout feature, with players frequently laughing at the comedic mishaps that occur during challenging parkour sequences and multiplayer interactions. The game's design encourages funny moments, such as players' reactions to falls and the engaging voice chat that amplifies the hilarity of shared experiences. Overall, the combination of entertaining gameplay and humorous elements creates a joyful atmosphere that enhances the multiplayer experience.
- “When I played the demo level, I found myself laughing and having a good time, and when I beat the demo level, I had a smile on my face.”
- “I put my wife, who is absolutely terrified of heights, into this game and the first time she played, she fell from pretty high up and was crying/laughing for like five minutes straight.”
- “The voice chat is nicely done; a player's voice gets louder when you're close to them, so there's a real sense of space and distance, and it's hilarious to hear people yell in despair as they miss a jump.”
story
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features a built-in campaign consisting of courses, but lacks a cohesive storyline, which some players found disappointing. However, the gameplay experience, particularly in certain missions, provides thrilling moments that can evoke strong emotional responses, making it enjoyable despite the absence of a narrative.
- “Didn’t have that in the demo I tested, but in the full game it's another story...”
- “Favorite part was in one of the first few missions; there is a huge vertical wall that angles you, eventually just hanging, and it gets my heart pumping so fast. I loved it.”
- “There is no story.”
- “It has a built-in campaign, which is just courses with no storyline.”
- “In the full game, it's another story...”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is highly praised for its excellent optimization, featuring a low file size and minimal performance requirements, making it accessible even on low-spec systems. It is particularly well-optimized for index controllers, ensuring a smooth and satisfying experience, while also offering engaging multiplayer and integrated level editing features.
- “This game is probably the most optimized for the Index controllers out there; it is very satisfying and I would recommend it!”
- “It runs smoothly even on low specs, it's fun, in multiplayer people are very friendly, it has an integrated level editor and workshop, it's challenging, and best of all, it gives me the workout that I need.”
- “The low file size and low performance requirements make this my go-to VR game when I'm trying to download something else.”
- “This game is probably the most optimized for the Index controllers out there; it is very satisfying and I would recommend!”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or additional lives to progress effectively.
- “Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding, as it allows you to unlock powerful abilities and gear.”
- “The grind is challenging but satisfying, making every achievement feel well-earned.”
- “I love how the grinding mechanics encourage exploration and experimentation with different strategies.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users appreciate the game's atmosphere, highlighting the ability to customize the skybox with any 360-degree image, which significantly enhances the surrounding environment. This feature, along with the level editor and drop-in multiplayer, encourages players to return and explore different atmospheric settings.
- “The level editor and drop-in multiplayer will keep you coming back, and the ability to change skyboxes (the background of where you're climbing) lets you completely alter the atmosphere of the game.”
- “One thing I also need to mention is the possibility to use any 360-degree image as a skybox because it adds a lot to the surrounding atmosphere, and I would definitely recommend trying that.”