Counterpact

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"Counterpact is a 2D multiplayer/single-player action game, featuring PvP combat and seven unique characters, each with their own mechanics and customizable weapons. The game offers over 200 cosmetic items, with regular updates adding new weapons and cosmetics to the mix. Experience intense platform-shooter gameplay with Counterpact."

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94%

Audience ScoreBased on 222 reviews

gameplay16 positive mentions

graphics4 negative mentions

The game is fun and engaging, with a variety of characters and weapons that allow for different play styles.
It has a charming aesthetic and a supportive community, making it enjoyable to play with friends.
The developer is communicative and dedicated to improving the game, which adds to the overall positive experience.

The game suffers from a lack of players, making it difficult to find multiplayer matches and diminishing the overall experience.
Single-player mode is repetitive and lacks depth, leading to a feeling of boredom over time.
The graphics and pixel art have been criticized as low quality, which detracts from the game's appeal.

gameplay
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
41%
9%
The gameplay is accessible yet offers significant depth, allowing players to discover new strategies and improve their skills over time. Each character features unique mechanics and alternate weapons that can drastically alter playstyles, enhancing replayability. While the item system is engaging and balanced for both new and veteran players, some reviewers noted a lack of focus on emergent gameplay elements that could further enrich the experience.
- “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.”
- “Each playable character comes with their own set of mechanics.”
- “Perhaps you just want a new twist on their mechanics?”
graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
42%
33%
The graphics have received mixed reviews, with some users criticizing them as "godawful" and "lazy pixel art," suggesting a lack of skill or resources from the developer. However, others appreciate the cute character designs and smooth movement, noting that while the visuals may not be strong, they can still contribute to an enjoyable experience, similar to games like Terraria and Stardew Valley. Overall, the graphics seem to be a divisive aspect, with some players valuing the charm and customization over visual fidelity.
- “The movement feels smooth, the graphics are cute, and there is lots of customization.”
- “The artwork of the characters in the menus is cute, and I really like the character designs.”
- “W graphics”
- “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.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by its lighthearted and whimsical elements, such as amusing animations like "funny egg wiggles" and quirky emotes like a "funny little chair." Reviewers appreciate the game's comedic charm, rating it positively at 8/10 for its entertaining and playful nature.
- “A small funny game 8/10”
- “Funny egg wiggles”
- “Funny little chair emote collecting simulator.”
character development
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
33%
33%
Character development in the game is highlighted by its impressive and unique character designs, which are frequently praised for their creativity and appeal. While the mechanics enhance the gameplay experience, the overall popularity of the game is hindered by a smaller player base, despite a supportive community and appealing artwork.
- “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.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while spending time on activities like the gilded spire can be rewarding, the overall story mode is criticized for being tedious and unfair, detracting from the enjoyment of the grind.
- “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
2 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
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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50%
The optimization in the game offers sufficient depth to avoid being merely a grind, yet it falls short of emphasizing the emergent gameplay and the drive for innovative strategies that players find most enjoyable.
- “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
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The music in the game is generally well-received, complementing the good gameplay experience. However, some players feel that certain maps detract from the overall enjoyment.
- “The game features an incredible soundtrack that perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.”
- “The music in this game is fantastic, creating an immersive atmosphere that keeps you engaged.”
- “I love the variety of tracks; each one adds a unique flavor to the game and makes every moment feel special.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game offers strong replayability due to its variety of characters and weapons, allowing players to enjoy different experiences each time they play.
- “Simple, but very fun with good replayability through different characters and weapons.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Players appreciate the monetization model as it allows them to earn in-game currency, eclipsium, solely through gameplay without the need for microtransactions.
- “By simply playing the game (no microtransactions are involved), you can earn eclipsium.”