Cryptis

About

"Cryptis" is a single-player action game with stunning game mechanics and sensational graphics, featuring a boomer shooter-style gameplay from the '90s. Slay waves of monsters with a diverse arsenal of weapons across multiple unique combat arenas, from snowy woodlands to rocky deserts, with random weather conditions. Fantastic music sets the tone for an immersive experience as you leave nothing left standing.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

97%

Audience ScoreBased on 684 reviews

graphics50 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features fast-paced gameplay with excellent movement mechanics, including bunny hopping, double jumps, and unlimited dashes.
It has a nostalgic retro aesthetic reminiscent of classic shooters like Doom, with satisfying gunplay and a solid soundtrack.
As a free game, it offers a fun and engaging experience that can be completed in about 20-30 minutes, making it a great quick play.

The game is very short, typically lasting around 20-30 minutes, which may leave players wanting more content and replayability.
Some weapons feel underpowered or redundant, and the final boss is considered too easy, lacking challenge.
There are minor bugs and performance issues, particularly on lower-end PCs, which can detract from the overall experience.

graphics
78 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
64%
32%
4%
The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim for their impressive visuals and appealing art style, often described as a nostalgic blend reminiscent of classic titles like Doom and Serious Sam. Players appreciate the fluid movement and satisfying weapon designs, although some have noted performance issues on certain systems. Overall, the aesthetic is considered a strong point, enhancing the game's fun and fast-paced gameplay.
- “I love this game, amazing visuals, some difficulty but not much to where it's the dark souls of doom-likes but it's at that medium where it truly makes you focus on how fun the game is and not on the difficulty, I hope it gets more levels and updates.”
- “This game has awesome looking graphics yet they aren't overly realistic (in a good way, don't make them realistic).”
- “The graphics are impressive and the movement is really fluid.”
- “For a game with these graphics, it ran really poorly on my PC.”
- “Other games with the same graphics style run well on mine, so I'm assuming it's an optimization issue.”
- “I bet you are going to check out this title just for the visuals, but really there is not much to explore here.”
music
76 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
58%
34%
8%
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many players praising the soundtrack for enhancing the gameplay experience and fitting the game's atmosphere. While some noted a lack of variety in the music, the overall consensus is that the soundtrack is energetic and engaging, contributing significantly to the game's appeal. Players have described it as "awesome," "great," and "a banger," with many expressing a desire for more music in future updates.
- “Great soundtrack, great atmosphere, fun and challenging.”
- “The soundtrack that the developer put together fits the atmosphere nicely.”
- “Amazing game, and one of the best soundtracks I've heard in a while.”
- “Honestly, it's a pretty cool game besides the lack of music variety.”
- “The music becomes annoying pretty quickly.”
- “Looking forward for a complete game with new & upgraded levels, new music and mechanics.”
gameplay
64 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
59%
36%
5%
The gameplay is generally praised for its fast-paced, enjoyable mechanics reminiscent of classic shooters like Doom, with solid weapon feel and a unique visual style. However, some players note that it can become repetitive and grindy, with a desire for more varied levels and gameplay elements. Overall, while the game offers a fun experience, it could benefit from additional content and refinement.
- “A great boomer shooter with a unique art direction and awesome fast-paced gameplay, especially when you air dash often.”
- “Very cool game, would love to see it become more fleshed out because the gameplay loop is very addictive, similar to Doom or Metal Hellsinger.”
- “The gameplay is basic but really fun.”
- “I can confirm that this more or less has the same gameplay, but it's structured like a standard linear FPS campaign with mini-arenas strung together instead.”
- “De gameplay is ok maar niet meer dan dat want de vijanden blijven maar komen in een aantal golven.”
- “- level design: most of the levels are designed like poor slaughtermaps and are almost counterintuitive to what the gameplay is asking.”
replayability
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
56%
19%
Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players find it enjoyable and worth revisiting, many feel that its short length limits replay value. Suggestions for improvement include adding more levels, modifiers, secret areas, and a leaderboard to enhance the experience. Despite its shortcomings, some players believe it remains a solid free-to-play option with potential for increased replayability through mods.
- “The experience may be short, but this game is definitely replayable; also, this is one of the best free-to-play single-player experiences I've had; it could easily be paid.”
- “It would be great if this game had a leaderboard, as it would add a lot of replayability value to the game and fit with the speedrun vibe.”
- “The only thing I wish was that the game included more levels or even some modifiers to give extra replayability.”
- “Adding some secret areas would add a lot of replay value to a short game like this.”
- “However, replayability is non-existent because the game is so short.”
story
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
64%
21%
The reviews indicate a strong desire for a more developed story within the game, with many players feeling that it lacks a clear narrative and progression system. Suggestions include enhancing environmental storytelling and transforming the game into a full RPG to provide a richer narrative experience. Overall, the consensus is that the game would benefit significantly from a more defined storyline.
- “I personally would have liked a story, but I guess that what was going on was a bit self-implied.”
- “Add more environmental storytelling.”
- “I think this game truly needs a story line and a progression system; I mean, turn it into a full RPG.”
- “I personally would have liked a story, but I guess what was going on was a bit self-implied.”
- “Needs a little story or something.”
atmosphere
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
71%
14%
14%
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, drawing comparisons to classic titles like Blood, with a perfect blend of engaging music, appealing graphics, and enjoyable weapon animations. Reviewers highlight the game's charm and immersive feel, noting that the soundtrack complements the overall experience effectively. Overall, the atmosphere is described as vibrant and captivating, enhancing the fun and challenge of the gameplay.
- “Great soundtrack, great atmosphere, fun and challenging.”
- “The atmosphere is great and this game has its charm.”
- “The soundtrack that the developer put together fits the atmosphere nicely.”
- “Gameplay is a lot like Doom, but the atmosphere feels like the original Blood.”
- “Music, atmosphere, weapon choices, and graphics all work really well to sell the game even more.”
grinding
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
20%
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while some enjoy the addictive nature and challenge of completing it on harder difficulties, others feel that the gameplay can be overly simplistic and tedious, particularly with certain weapons. There are calls for more content, such as additional bosses and achievements, to enhance the overall experience.
- “Finishing on hardest difficulty wasn't tedious, yet enjoyable!”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Impressive for a free game, but gameplay is kind of grindy and needs something more to it. It feels a little too simple.”
- “The shotgun is incredibly slow and tedious to use.”
optimization
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
25%
50%
The game suffers from notable performance issues, which are particularly surprising given its short completion time of under half an hour. While players can improve performance by lowering the resolution, the overall optimization remains lacking, contributing to a perception of it being poorly optimized, especially in the context of modern gaming standards.
- “You can also just lower your resolution below your native to achieve the 'pixelization' aesthetic and to boost/optimize your performance as a nice addition.”
- “This 'small feature' is, together with DirectX 12, mostly the reason for 'poorly optimized' games nowadays.”
- “The game could definitely use some optimization.”
- “Although the game is not perfect, it has performance issues for the type of game it is.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Character development is highlighted by impressive character design and a diverse range of weapons that players unlock over time, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.
- “The character design is amazing, and it features a large assortment of weapons that you gradually unlock.”