Cosmic Collapse
- January 11, 2024
- Johan Peitz
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Get on itch.io StoreIn "Cosmic Collapse," tidy up the solar system by colliding planets to create larger ones, earning points for chain collapses and using missiles strategically. With accurate celestial body simulations, players can aim, drop, and fire planets using the provided controls, and use smaller planets to nudge larger ones. The game features music and sound by Vav and design/art/code by Johan Peitz, with additional content available on Patreon and newsletter sign-up.
Reviews
- Cosmic Collapse features enjoyable and fluid physics that enhance gameplay, allowing for strategic decisions and satisfying combos.
- The game is visually appealing with charming pixel art and a catchy soundtrack, making it a delightful experience.
- It offers a unique twist on the Suika-like genre with the addition of missiles, providing players with more control and a forgiving gameplay experience.
- Some players find the music can become repetitive over time, which may detract from the overall experience.
- There are minor issues with physics jittering that can occasionally disrupt gameplay.
- A few players expressed a desire for additional features, such as achievements or a colorblind mode, to enhance the game further.
- music16 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its catchy and charming qualities, often described as lovely and fitting for the space theme. While some players note that it can become repetitive, many appreciate the option to mute it and enjoy their own audio. Overall, the soundtrack enhances the game's enjoyable pixel art and engaging gameplay.
“The game physics is exquisite, and the background music never gets old.”
“Very charming art style, catchy music, and much more fun physics to work with than Suika game or other similar clones I've tried out.”
“The pixel art is so cute and distinctive, and the music is wonderfully chill/enjoyable.”
“Music can get a little repetitive, but if you mute it and turn on your own music or a podcast, it's a great time.”
“I just wish I could keep the sound effects while turning off the music.”
“The music is also an absolute bop!”
- gameplay10 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 10 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The gameplay is described as simple yet highly addictive, featuring a charming pixel art style and satisfying mechanics. Players appreciate the improvements over previous titles, particularly the balanced planet zapping mechanic and engaging physics, which enhance the overall experience. The inclusion of unique features like the "magic bullet" mechanic adds depth and excitement to the gameplay.
“Extremely addictive and satisfying gameplay in a gorgeous pixel palette.”
“The graphics and music are charming, and the missiles are both mechanically interesting and fun to use.”
“This game fixes the main shortcomings of Suica gameplay.”
“From a gameplay perspective, I feel like the physics, missiles, and combos are all big improvements coming from Suika game.”
“The 'magic bullet' mechanic that can save runs.”
- graphics8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charming pixel art style and effective use of the pico-8 palette, creating a retro aesthetic that resonates with fans. Reviewers appreciate the visuals for being both mechanically interesting and fun, contributing to an enjoyable and straightforward gaming experience. Overall, the combination of appealing graphics and catchy music enhances the game's overall charm.
“As a fan of pixel art, I'm definitely enamored with the visuals.”
“The graphics and music are charming, and the missiles are both mechanically interesting and fun to use.”
“Always charming seeing pixel graphics and great usage of the Pico-8 palette.”
