Deep the Game

About

"Deep: The Game" is a surreal adventure that takes players on a journey through the subconscious mind. Explore abstract landscapes, solve mysterious puzzles, and confront personal fears and desires. The game features a unique art style and immersive soundtrack that creates an unforgettable atmosphere. However, some players may find the game's symbols and meanings difficult to decipher.

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Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
PvP Player versus Player - Fight against other players in real-time, often in arena-style combat
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

71%

Audience ScoreBased on 391 reviews

music15 positive mentions

stability2 negative mentions

The game is free and offers a fun platforming experience with customizable characters and a level editor.
The pixel art style and soundtrack are well-received, creating an enjoyable atmosphere.
The achievements are not overly difficult, making it accessible for casual players.

The controls are often described as unresponsive and slippery, making precise movements challenging.
The game features frustrating mechanics, such as strong gravity and blind jumps, leading to unfair deaths.
Enemy design, particularly the bats, is criticized for being overly difficult and not providing knockback, making combat frustrating.

music
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
47%
9%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many players appreciating its relaxing and groovy qualities, while others find it repetitive or mediocre. Some highlight the soundtrack as a standout feature that enhances the overall experience, especially in a free title, though there are complaints about specific issues like looping errors and a lack of variety in sound effects. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's atmosphere, despite some technical shortcomings.
- “The music and the overall game experience and art style hits home!”
- “This is such a cool game with outstanding gameplay, amazing music, and awesome customization.”
- “Nice graphics and music make the tone of the game feel very peaceful and relaxed, making getting angry at this game very hard.”
- “Not many sound effects or music to amp up gameplay.”
- “The music was pretty mediocre, but that is to be expected from a 'free' title.”
- “The controls are sub-par and unreliable, music is sometimes ugly and annoying to listen to, levels are designed to work against you, not feeling like I'm having fun.”
gameplay
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
28%
63%
9%
The gameplay of the game is a mixed bag, featuring a blend of 2D platforming and a complex combat system that some players find enjoyable, while others criticize its janky mechanics and frustrating controls. Many users note that the game requires a learning curve, with suggestions for improvements like a dash mechanic and better combat responsiveness. Overall, while there are elements of fun and creativity, the gameplay suffers from significant polish issues and inconsistent mechanics that detract from the overall experience.
- “Deep, the game is a thoroughly fun experience with varied gameplay; it combines 2D platforming with a complex combat system and good level design.”
- “I enjoyed this game a lot and appreciated the unique gameplay it had to offer.”
- “Pretty enjoyable game with tight movement mechanics.”
- “Gameplay is hard in the beginning; it takes a little bit to learn and adapt to the physics and controls of the game.”
- “The mechanics in this game are broken as hell.”
- “Controls are bad; the levels play like they were made by an 8-year-old in Mario Maker, and I had a stupid amount of little things that make the game worse (e.g., mouse disappearing randomly in menus, the menu buttons to change the attacks do nothing, the default control scheme is awful, the game drops to 1 to 2 fps randomly on all devices I've tried it on, etc.). I really like the cosmetic system and the general game mechanics, but the bad just outweighs the good.”
graphics
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
8%
12%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their appealing pixel art style, with many reviewers noting the visuals as a standout feature that enhances the overall experience. While the art is described as beautiful and reminiscent of classic 8-bit aesthetics, some players feel that the graphics are the only strong point, as gameplay mechanics and controls require significant improvement. Overall, the visuals contribute positively to the game's charm, especially considering it is a free title.
- “Really the only thing that stopped me from uninstalling this game after the tutorial is that the graphics are beautiful.”
- “The pixel art style, music, and sounds are amazing.”
- “Nice graphics and music make the tone of the game feel very peaceful and relaxed, making getting angry at this game very hard.”
- “I only got it because I recognized the art style, but it's actually just a common asset used by a lot of people.”
- “It needs a lot of polish on the mechanics rather than the graphics; I do think this would be worth paying for if everything felt a lot nicer.”
- “The graphics don't look bad, but they're just okay.”
story
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
50%
17%
The story aspect of the game is generally viewed as short but enjoyable, with some players appreciating its charm and replayability, while others feel it lacks depth and could benefit from more content. The first few chapters are considered fun, though the difficulty spikes in later levels can be frustrating. Overall, while the narrative is not the game's strongest feature, it provides a satisfactory experience for a free title.
- “Though the story is small, it is fantastic.”
- “Amazing indie game with a short but good plot; watch out for the bats.”
- “For a game that's free, it has very good graphics, music, and story.”
- “Maybe add a bit of depth to the story?”
- “Limited time modes - once I finished the story mode, I don't really have something to come back to.”
- “Fun to get all the trophies, short story, it comes in handy on a boring afternoon.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the humor in the game's graphics and fast-paced gameplay, noting that the challenge adds to the comedic experience. Additionally, there is a desire for more humorous cosmetic options, such as combining serious outfits with funny accessories. Overall, the humor is appreciated for its lightheartedness amidst the game's difficulty.
- “Hard as heck but funny =))”
- “They obviously want the player to be so fast, because in my opinion it is funny that it is so fast.”
- “As well with cosmetics, why can't I wear a cool shirt skin like the suit but also wear a funny hat?!”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, including persistent bugs that hinder customization options and audio glitches, particularly with the bow. Users report difficulties in selecting and deselecting features, indicating a need for substantial fixes to improve overall functionality.
- “Customization options are nice, but I have a hard time getting them to work. They won't select, or deselect works and then I can't select anything, even after coming back. It's a severely buggy game and needs some fixing.”
- “There are audio glitches with the bow.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users generally find that the grinding aspect of the game is minimal, as the Steam achievements are considered easy to obtain and not overly time-consuming.
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
Character development is primarily highlighted through the art and character design, which significantly enhances the overall experience and engagement with the characters.
- “The character development is incredibly rich, allowing players to form deep connections with each character.”
- “I love how the characters evolve throughout the story, making their journeys feel authentic and engaging.”
- “The depth of each character's backstory adds layers to the gameplay, making every decision feel impactful.”
- “The character development feels shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the protagonists.”
- “I was disappointed by the lack of meaningful growth in the characters throughout the game.”
- “The characters seem one-dimensional, and their arcs are predictable and uninspired.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The monetization strategy has been criticized for featuring overpriced microtransactions, which detract from the overall experience of the game, compounded by issues such as poor controls and allegations of asset theft.
- “The game is hard, but the overpriced microtransactions make it feel like a cash grab.”
- “The controls are bad, and the monetization strategy is just a way to exploit players.”
- “It feels like they stole assets and then charged us for everything in the game.”