CloudBound

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CloudBound is a single player casual action adventure game. It was developed by Silicon Storm and was released on September 7, 2016. It received positive reviews from players.

"CloudBound" is a VR platformer game featuring a grappling hook gun for swinging, climbing, and flinging. Its dynamic field of view system minimizes simulation sickness, enabling comfortable high-speed movement. The Early Access game plans to add new levels, hazards, mechanics, graphics updates, and story elements in future updates.

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Audience ScoreBased on 36 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

The game features fun swinging mechanics that provide a unique and immersive experience, making players feel like they are flying.
Despite its short length, the game is enjoyable and offers a satisfying sense of vertigo and accomplishment when reaching the top.
The locomotion system is well-designed, minimizing motion sickness and allowing for a smooth gameplay experience.

The game is very short, with most players completing it in under 30 minutes, leading to a lack of replayability.
It appears to be abandoned in early access, with no updates or additional content since its initial release.
The game lacks depth and variety, with only one level and minimal challenges, making it feel more like a tech demo than a fully developed game.

gameplay
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The gameplay is praised for its engaging swinging mechanics and satisfying interactions, such as using a pick to reorient and hookshot. While the game is short, it offers fun mechanics, though some users noted minor issues with reeling in and expressed a desire for additional tools to enhance climbing. Overall, the gameplay experience is enjoyable and immersive, despite a few areas needing refinement.
- “Great swinging mechanics and the feeling of vertigo is awesome!”
- “Short and simple game but very fun mechanics - digging in the pick in order to reorient and hookshot with the other hand is very satisfying.”
- “Some of the mechanics need a little work; sometimes facing a flat ledge with your hook attached, the reeling in doesn't pull you up and over. But really, that's a minor point and the only negative.”
- “I really liked the mechanics of the gun sling and the rock pick to climb or hang on for dear life.”
replayability
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The game's replayability is limited, primarily revolving around finding three hidden secrets and competing for leaderboard rankings based on completion speed and coin collection.
- “The game offers a wealth of secrets to discover, with three hidden treasures to find and a leaderboard that tracks your speed and coin collection.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh thanks to the various paths and strategies you can employ, making you want to come back for more.”
- “The leaderboard adds a competitive edge, encouraging players to improve their times and coin collection with each attempt.”
- “The only replayability comes from finding three secrets and competing on the leaderboard for the fastest completion time while collecting all the coins.”
- “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to play again since the experience doesn't change.”
- “The lack of diverse paths or choices means that replaying the game feels more like a chore than an enjoyable experience.”
graphics
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The graphics are well-executed, balancing quality with a smooth framerate, which enhances the overall gaming experience.
- “The graphics are impressive, especially given the focus on maintaining a smooth framerate.”
- “The visual design is stunning, with vibrant colors and detailed environments that truly enhance the gameplay experience.”
- “The art style is unique and beautifully crafted, making every scene a visual delight.”