Cloudbase Prime

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Cloudbase Prime is a single player platformer game. It was developed by Tyrus and was released on August 29, 2017. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Lost in a malfunctioning gas giant mining station, navigate shifting terrain and colorful clouds while battling hostile robots and giant bosses. Use a variety of customizable weapons and powers to survive, grapple onto enemy airships, and uncover both friendly and dangerous robots. Experience a vibrant world filled with unique hazards and thrilling aerial combat.

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Single-Player

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76%

Audience ScoreBased on 25 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

music1 negative mentions

Cloudbase Prime features unique and interesting mechanics, particularly with its terrain-moving gameplay and engaging boss battles.
The game is easy to pick up and offers a fun experience, making it suitable for casual players looking for a light-hearted adventure.
Despite some flaws, the game has a charming aesthetic and a quirky sense of humor that many players find enjoyable.

The controls and mechanics can feel convoluted and overcomplicated, making it difficult for some players to fully grasp the gameplay.
Audio elements, including voice acting and music, are often criticized as annoying and detracting from the overall experience.
The combat system can become repetitive, and the game lacks a clear difficulty curve, which may frustrate players seeking a more challenging experience.

gameplay
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
18%
27%
The gameplay is characterized by unique and engaging mechanics, such as terrain manipulation and hexagonal moving platforms, which are well-executed and easy to grasp. While some players noted that movement can feel slow and floaty, the overall pace of the game compensates for this, making it enjoyable and fun. The combination of interesting mechanics and entertaining dialogue contributes to a compelling gaming experience.
- “The terrain-moving mechanics are cool, used to good effect (especially with most of the bosses), and while movement can be a bit slow and floaty, the game itself is quick-paced enough to make up for it.”
- “I really enjoyed the interesting and unique mechanics that were easy to pick up!”
- “The game starts with a fun and interesting core mechanic, hexagonal moving platforms, and from there it just expands outward.”
- “This is four keys and multiple game mechanics for, uhh, an equivalent of a simple rocket jump.”
- “Convoluted and poorly executed game mechanics.”
- “Cloudbase Prime contains a gameplay mechanic where you raise and lower the world's platforms, but it feels underdeveloped.”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
60%
The game's story is described as heartwarming and engaging, providing just enough intrigue to maintain player interest. However, some users feel that the ability to choose any mission upon unlocking a new world detracts from the experience, as they prefer a more linear progression through the storyline. Overall, the narrative adds a charming layer to the gameplay.
- “A really fun game with a cool little original mechanic and just enough story to keep me interested.”
- “Challenges get harder as the heat rises in this game; the storyline is heartwarming and cute.”
- “Adding in a story builds on the intrigue of the game and keeps you interested.”
- “The story is minimal and doesn't add much depth to the overall experience.”
- “The narrative feels disjointed and lacks coherence, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “While the gameplay is enjoyable, the story fails to captivate or provide meaningful context.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized as cute and amusing, with players highlighting the hilarious dialogue and unique gameplay as key elements that enhance the experience.
- “Cute and a bit funny.”
- “Buy it if you enjoy hilarious dialogue and unique gameplay.”
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's simplistic graphics initially misled players into expecting better performance, leading some to adjust settings for smoother gameplay at 60 fps without stuttering.
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is noted to be overwhelming and can become tiresome after extended play, potentially detracting from the overall experience.
- “The acting can get annoying, and the music can become overwhelming after playing for a while.”