Counterpact

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Counterpact is a single player and multiplayer action game. It was developed by Little Egg Basket and was released on December 31, 2023. It received very positive reviews from players.

Fight against other players or take on the Gilded Spire in this 2D platform-shooter. Customize and play as one of seven characters with unique mechanics and items.

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93%

Audience ScoreBased on 113 reviews

gameplay8 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and engaging multiplayer experience, especially when played with friends.
It features a variety of characters and weapons, allowing for strategic gameplay and customization.
The community is supportive, and the developer is communicative, which enhances the overall experience.

The multiplayer mode suffers from a lack of players, making it difficult to find matches.
The single-player mode is repetitive and lacks depth, offering little variation in gameplay.
The game's graphics and overall presentation have been criticized as subpar, detracting from the experience.

gameplay
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
53%
27%
20%
The gameplay is accessible yet offers depth, allowing players to discover new strategies and improve their skills over time. Each character features unique mechanics and alternate weapons that significantly alter gameplay styles, enhancing replayability. While the item system is engaging and balanced for both new and veteran players, some reviewers feel it lacks focus on emergent gameplay elements that could elevate the experience further.
- “It's easy to pick up and play yet with mechanics both deep and wide: you'll always be finding new ways to play and improve.”
- “It also has an engaging item system; all gameplay items are accessible with no more than a few hours of play at most, so veteran players have no advantage other than experience.”
- “Each character has a variety of alternate weapons to choose from, some of which heavily change their gameplay style to the point of putting those characters into different roles, all while keeping their core mechanics intact.”
- “Perhaps you just want a new twist on their mechanics?”
- “It has singleplayer gameplay too, in the gilded spire.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
50%
The graphics have received mixed reviews, with some users criticizing the pixel art as "godawful" and lazy, suggesting a lack of skill or resources from the developer. However, others appreciate the cute character designs and smooth movement, noting that the game's charm lies in its customization options despite the graphical shortcomings.
- “The community is nice, and the artwork of the characters in the menus is cute. I really like the character designs.”
- “Movement feels smooth, graphics are cute, and there is lots of customization.”
- “This feature is really godawful, lazy pixel crap 'art' instead of real graphics.”
- “It's hard to say if this was because the developer didn't have the skill to create 3D visuals, or couldn't afford to hire someone who does, but it also doesn't matter.”
- “Games like Terraria and Stardew Valley succeeded despite the bad graphics, not because of them.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
Character development in the game is highlighted by its impressive and unique character designs, which are well-received by players. However, the overall experience is somewhat hindered by a lack of player engagement, despite the appealing artwork and mechanics.
- “The character designs are cool as hell, and the unique mechanics make me wish this game was more popular.”
- “I love the character designs, the items, and the gameplay...”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized as light-hearted and amusing, with players enjoying its quirky premise as a "funny little chair emote collecting simulator." Overall, it has received positive feedback, with an average rating of 8/10 for its comedic elements.
- “A small, funny game - 8/10.”
- “Funny little chair emote collecting simulator.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while some appreciate the rewards from spending eclipsium tokens, others criticize the story mode as tedious and unfair, making the overall grinding feel less enjoyable.
- “However, there is one big problem: the story mode is both tedious, unfair, and overall just not fun.”
- “I've spent 4 hours of my time on this game grinding on the Gilded Spire, and it is very rewarding spending my eclipsium tokens.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story mode has been criticized for being tedious, unfair, and lacking enjoyment, leading to a generally negative reception among users.
- “However, there is one big problem: the story mode is both tedious, unfair, and overall just not fun.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
100%
The optimization aspect of the game is noted to have depth beyond mere grinding; however, it falls short in emphasizing the emergent gameplay and the drive for discovering innovative strategies and optimizations that players find enjoyable.
- “There's enough depth to make it more than just a simple grind; it encourages players to explore new creative strategies and optimizations.”
- “There's enough depth to make it more than just a simple grind; but it also doesn't really focus on the aspects that make Counterpact so fun for me, namely the emergent gameplay and motivation to find new creative strategies and optimizations.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The music in the game is generally well-received, enhancing the overall gameplay experience, though some players feel that certain maps detract from the enjoyment. Overall, it contributes positively to the game's appeal.
- “The game features an incredible soundtrack that perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.”
- “The music in this game is absolutely fantastic, creating an immersive atmosphere that keeps you engaged.”
- “I love how the music evolves with the gameplay, making each moment feel unique and exciting.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game enjoyable and note its strong replayability, attributed to the variety of characters and weapons available for different playthroughs.
- “Simple, but very fun with great replayability through different characters and weapons.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players can earn eclipsium through gameplay without the need for any microtransactions, indicating a player-friendly monetization approach.
- “By simply playing the game (no microtransactions are involved), you can earn Eclipsium.”
- “The monetization model is fair and allows players to enjoy the game without feeling pressured to spend money.”
- “I appreciate that the game offers plenty of free content, making it accessible for everyone.”