Defy Gravity Extended

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Defy Gravity Extended is a single player action game. It was developed by Paul Fisch and was released on March 18, 2016. It received positive reviews from players.

Defy Gravity is an action platformer that is a mix between classic platforming and gravity based puzzle solving. Kara, our heroine, has access to a unique gameplay mechanic that she uses to manipulate the world around her. She has a gun that is able to alter the laws of physics through the creation of pockets of gravity and anti-gravity. By mastering the use of these abilities Kara is able to au…

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84%

Audience ScoreBased on 3,350 reviews

gameplay227 positive mentions

story35 negative mentions

Innovative gravity manipulation mechanics that provide a unique gameplay experience.
Challenging levels that progressively increase in difficulty, offering a satisfying sense of accomplishment.
Great value for money, especially when on sale, with potential for profit from trading cards.

Poor graphics and simplistic visuals that may deter some players.
Controls can feel clunky and unresponsive at times, leading to frustration.
Lack of a compelling story or narrative, making the game feel somewhat hollow.

gameplay
574 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Defy Gravity" is characterized by its innovative gravity manipulation mechanics, which create engaging and challenging puzzles that require players to think creatively. While the controls are generally responsive and the learning curve is manageable, some players find the gameplay can become repetitive and frustrating due to clunky mechanics and technical issues. Overall, the game offers a unique experience that emphasizes skill and experimentation, making it a worthwhile choice for fans of physics-based platformers, despite its simplistic graphics and occasional inconsistencies.
- “The gameplay is tight, responsive, and extremely well-polished.”
- “At its core, it revolves around gravity manipulation—a mechanic that transforms every jump, obstacle, and fall into a layered challenge of physics and timing.”
- “The game encourages experimentation through quick resets and responsive mechanics, removing the frustration of trial and error and instead turning it into part of the fun.”
- “Unfortunately, the graphics are pretty unappealing and the gameplay becomes repetitive quickly.”
- “The gameplay is very often more frustrating than hard, and there's no graphics settings, which means the game is tiny in the middle of the screen, with no possibility to make it fullscreen.”
- “The mechanics are unnecessarily clunky with a controller due to the implementation of pre-2000s 2D shooter mechanics.”
music
481 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is frequently praised for its atmospheric and immersive qualities, enhancing the overall gameplay experience. While many players find the soundtrack enjoyable and fitting for the game's space theme, some note that it can become repetitive over time. Overall, the soundtrack is considered one of the game's strongest aspects, contributing to its relaxing and engaging environment.
- “The soundtrack enhances immersion by maintaining tension and focus, supporting the gameplay rather than overpowering it.”
- “The music helps to immerse you in the game's world and enhances the overall experience.”
- “The soundtrack is the icing on the cake.”
- “The music is a bit odd and movement is clunky, but it just adds more challenge.”
- “The music is forgettable, the graphics are absolutely horrible, and the gravity that is used is badly used to its advantage.”
- “The soundtrack is repetitive and cannot be muted.”
graphics
333 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are generally described as simplistic and reminiscent of flash games, often lacking polish and detail. While many reviewers acknowledge that the visuals are not impressive and can detract from the overall experience, they also note that the clean and minimalist art style serves its purpose in supporting the gameplay mechanics. Overall, the consensus is that while the graphics may be subpar, the engaging gameplay compensates for this shortcoming, making it enjoyable for those who prioritize mechanics over aesthetics.
- “Visually, the game embraces a clean and minimalist art style that perfectly suits its arcade nature.”
- “While the graphics may not stand out by modern standards, they serve their function beautifully, reinforcing the theme of controlled, scientific experimentation in a surreal, gravity-defying space.”
- “The graphics are simple yet nicely detailed and effective in conveying the atmosphere of the game, and there's an accompanying soundtrack that's easy to listen to and doesn't get too repetitive or boring.”
- “Unfortunately, the graphics are pretty unappealing and the gameplay becomes repetitive quickly.”
- “The graphics are horrendous.”
- “The graphics are very amateurish — the developers didn't even bother making the backgrounds tile properly.”
story
108 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in this game is largely criticized for being minimal and lacking depth, often described as a mere thematic framework rather than a compelling narrative. Many reviewers note that the game focuses more on gameplay mechanics than storytelling, resulting in a simplistic and generic plot that fails to engage players. Overall, the consensus is that while the gameplay may be enjoyable, the absence of a meaningful story detracts from the overall experience.
- “The story consists of you going to a certain place to face trials in order to become a gravitymancer.”
- “The storyline in my opinion is one of the best.”
- “This game brought tears to my eyes with every cutscene; the plot twists in the story were too good, highly recommended, should be worth more.”
- “The story—if it can be called that—is minimal, existing more as a thematic framework than a driving force.”
- “The game tries to add a hint of a story by presenting the stages as a gravitymancer proving ground, but the game abruptly ends with a 'you win!' credits level; it kind of makes you wonder why they bothered.”
- “There's pretty much no story, so don't expect it to be thought-provoking in any way.”
humor
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised, with many players finding it genuinely funny and enjoyable, often highlighting its quirky graphics and amusing gameplay mechanics. While some reviews note that the humor can be simplistic or reminiscent of other games, the overall consensus is that it provides a lighthearted and entertaining experience, especially given its low price point. Players appreciate the combination of challenging gameplay and comedic elements, making it a fun choice for casual gaming.
- “Really funny, and if you catch it when it's on sale, it's perfect!”
- “A really funny game with awesome gravity physics that you use to complete different levels without dying.”
- “Your main hazard are purple lasers that will kill you on contact - your body explodes into several pieces (no blood), and this can be quite hilarious if you are dying within 3 seconds repeatedly and you consider the type of music playing (making it seem like less of a big deal).”
atmosphere
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its sense of isolation and discovery, enhanced by a beautifully crafted soundtrack that complements the gameplay. Players appreciate the simple yet detailed graphics and the relaxing, immersive music that creates a dreamy ambiance, making the overall experience engaging and enjoyable. Despite some critiques on specific music placements, the atmospheric elements are considered one of the game's strongest features, drawing players into its unique world.
- “It creates an atmosphere of isolation and discovery, as if you’re not just solving puzzles but exploring the boundaries of a strange and beautiful physical law.”
- “The graphics are simple yet nicely detailed and effective in conveying the atmosphere of the game, and there's an accompanying soundtrack that's easy to listen to and doesn't get too repetitive or boring.”
- “The music in this game really helps to set the atmosphere, allowing players to focus on the challenges ahead of them and making the overall experience more enjoyable.”
- “With its soundtrack and atmosphere, Defy Gravity is the most depressing game I know.”
- “It really gives a relaxed atmosphere to this game and makes you feel like you are in the depths of space, even though the techno/electronica pieces were ill-placed. Overall, the music is one of the game's strongest points.”
- “Overall, keep it on your wishlist and wait for it to cost like thirty cents at the most. It runs very smooth for what it is, so no glitches, just a dreamy atmosphere, simple game mechanics, and good things to say about this game.”
replayability
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players appreciate the variety in gameplay approaches and the challenge of hard mode, many feel that once completed, the game lacks significant incentive to replay. A few users noted that the enjoyable music and gameplay can encourage revisits, but the absence of randomization and limited content after hard mode completion diminish its long-term appeal.
- “12/10 this game is incredible, has huge replayability factor.”
- “Music doesn't get old which really promotes the replayability.”
- “However, the gameplay is fun and enjoyable with lots of ways to beat each mission and is very replayable.”
- “You can approach every level in lots of different ways, even though it is not really replayable.”
- “Replayability is lacking once you make it through on the hard mode, but I wasn't expecting a game I could continue to go back to afterwards, so there's no disappointment for me on that score.”
- “The replayability is not very high, but I got 10 hours playing through normal and turbo mode once.”
grinding
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious rather than challenging, with many expressing frustration over repetitive sections that can lead to boredom. While some appreciate the game for its card farming potential, the overall sentiment is that the grinding experience detracts from enjoyment, making it feel more like a chore than a rewarding challenge.
- “No game exploits, no grinding to get to a certain level or luck-driven events.”
- “Becomes tedious very fast.”
- “Not difficult, just tedious.”
- “It gets boring really fast and is tedious at times.”
stability
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is generally criticized, with numerous reports of bugs, glitches, and clunky mechanics affecting gameplay. While some players noted smooth performance and enjoyable graphics, many experienced significant issues such as freezing, erratic controls, and poor optimization. Overall, the game appears to lack thorough testing, leading to a frustrating experience for many users.
- “Overall, the mechanics were smooth and no glitches occurred.”
- “Polished and runs great.”
- “It runs very smooth for what it is, so no glitches, just a dreamy atmosphere and simple game mechanics.”
- “This game is a bit buggy, has limited options, and basically feels like a free flash game in terms of the graphics, sound, and gameplay.”
- “But you should know that this game is very buggy, and clearly not test-played well enough, as the levels are far from perfect.”
- “Game is buggy, I get a black screen every time the game reloads from death.”
emotional
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game evokes a strong emotional response through its heartfelt storyline and challenging gameplay, which can lead to moments of frustration and triumph. Players report feeling a deep connection to the experience, with some even moved to tears by the narrative. The combination of effective sound design and engaging mechanics enhances the emotional depth, making it a memorable puzzle platformer.
- “Heartfelt storyline would bring a grown man to tears.”
- “I cried at the end of the story.”
- “This game speaks to me on an emotional level.”
optimization
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization is notably inconsistent, with some users experiencing significant performance issues that can hinder gameplay, while others report smooth performance without apparent problems. A community-provided fix exists to address these issues, making the game playable for those willing to troubleshoot. Overall, optimization is a mixed bag, with some players encountering frame drops and glitches, while others find it runs well.
- “But with a simple fix (provided by the great zment), you can play this game without performance problems.”
- “Also, as you would hope, the game has no optimization problems immediately apparent.”
- “It also runs smoothly, and the music is absolutely catchy and worth listening to, long after you finish the game.”
- “It also has some serious performance problems that can seriously affect your gameplay.”
- “Its main flaw is the very poor optimization - I do not expect frame drops on such a low-demanding game, even on my bad computer!”
- “Overall very average, performance-wise.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's monetization strategy appears to be effective, with frequent sales and minimal advertising, leading to a perception of value among users. However, the emotional response to a seemingly unrelated advertisement highlights a disconnect between the game's themes and its marketing approach.