- September 7, 2016
- Silicon Storm
CloudBound
81%Game Brain Score
gameplay, replayability
81% User Score 72 reviews
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"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.
Audience ScoreBased on 72 reviews
gameplay6 positive mentions
- The game features fun swinging mechanics that provide a unique and immersive experience, making players feel like they are flying.
- The locomotion system is well-designed, reducing motion sickness and allowing for enjoyable gameplay.
- Despite its short length, the game is entertaining and has potential for future updates and additional content.
- The game feels abandoned, with no updates since its early access release and only one short level available.
- Many players find the game repetitive and lacking in content, leading to boredom after a brief playthrough.
- The controls can be clunky and unresponsive, detracting from the overall experience and making it feel less polished.
- gameplay12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
The gameplay is praised for its engaging swinging mechanics and a thrilling sense of vertigo, making it both fun and satisfying. While the game is short and simple, some mechanics, such as the grapple gun and pick usage, could benefit from refinement, particularly in climbing scenarios. Overall, players enjoy the unique combination of tools for movement, despite minor issues.
“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.”
“I really liked the mechanics of the gun sling and the rock pick to climb or hang on for dear life.”
“Some of the mechanics need a little work; sometimes when facing a flat ledge with your hook attached, reeling in doesn't pull you up and over. But really, that's a minor point and the only negative.”
