Diatomic

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Diatomic is a single player action game. It was developed by Diatomic Studios and was released on June 24, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

"Diatomic" is a challenging arena shooter with over 30 levels of fast-paced action, featuring gun juggling, parkour, and grapple swinging. With 70+ weapons, 20+ enemy types, and boss fights, players must kill enemies to gain health and weaponry. Leveling up allows for power-up customization and unlocking of new abilities, all while navigating destructible environments.

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Audience ScoreBased on 102 reviews

music4 positive mentions

The combat is incredibly fun and satisfying, providing a fast-paced and dynamic experience.
The game features a variety of weapons and abilities, allowing for creative gameplay and replayability.
Recent updates have improved boss difficulty, making the game more enjoyable and accessible.

Boss fights can be excessively difficult and frustrating, often requiring many attempts to succeed.
The grappling hook mechanics are inconsistent, leading to frustrating moments during gameplay.
Some parkour levels are overly long and challenging, which can detract from the overall experience.

gameplay
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay in Diatomic features a wave-based combat system that emphasizes melee attacks, allowing players to heal while engaging in combat, which creates a satisfying loop. However, the experience is marred by inconsistent boss mechanics and poorly telegraphed challenges, particularly in later levels, leading to frustrations that feel unpolished. While the game demands mastery of movement and grappling mechanics, the reliance on melee over guns and the presence of RNG elements in boss fights detract from the overall flow and enjoyment.
- “The wave-based combat in Diatomic is where this game shines most, and you are allowed to use the majority of the mechanics at your disposal with complete freedom.”
- “The difficulty is great as well; too many games are cakewalks, this one really demands you to engage with the mechanics.”
- “Arena 10 has a giant laser that follows you, and if you go in completely blind it can be extremely punishing, especially if you don't have a complete grasp on the parkour mechanics. It is definitely worth beating and very rewarding once you figure it out.”
- “However, boss fights become more common in later levels, breaking this flow with bosses that frequently emphasize gimmicks and may sometimes have rather poorly telegraphed mechanics; levels 17 and 23 are particularly notable offenders.”
- “I suspect it's just a problem of not having broad enough playtesting before launch, but some of the later boss mechanics (gimmicks) are inconsistent to the point of feeling like RNG, mostly those interacting with the grappling hook, and combine with some questionable designs that lead to a lot of stalling and random deaths.”
- “Sometimes combat can blend into a loop of mag dumping and melee spam even though it has some other mechanics.”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some praising it as a fitting accompaniment to the fast-paced brawler action, while others criticize it as bland and reminiscent of random TikTok edits. Overall, the soundtrack seems to enhance the gameplay for some players, but many find it lacking in quality and depth.
- “Super fast paced, amazing music, exhilarating combat 100% yes!”
- “The action is quick and punchy, the environments offer a bunch of possibilities, the movement is pretty fluid, and the music is a great fit for a brawler.”
- “The soundtrack is terrible.”
- “It's just random TikTok edit music.”
- “Combined with the simple, flavorless music and the weird leveling system, I'd really only suggest this while it's on sale.”
replayability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers a strong level of replayability, with expansive environments and a variety of weapons that encourage exploration and experimentation. Players appreciate the fun factor, making it a solid choice for those seeking enjoyable replay experiences.
- “This game has a good amount of replayability!”
- “A huge heart recommendation for this game; there is decent replay value if you're just looking for a bit of fun.”
- “A lot of replayability as the environments are huge with tons of weapons to mess around with.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization is well-executed, particularly in the parkour mechanics, which enhance grappling and momentum. The upgrade system effectively encourages players to improve their performance by tying ability enhancements to timed level completions, promoting a competitive and engaging experience.
- “With this said, the grappling and momentum you carry is wonderfully optimized for the parkour trials.”
- “I have no qualms with the system in and of itself, but for prospective players, it is important to know that earning upgrades to certain abilities and skills are directly tied to your performance on levels.”
- “I have no qualms with the system in and of itself, but for prospective players, it is important to know that earning upgrades to certain abilities and skills is directly tied to your performance on levels.”
- “The upgrade system incentivizes speed in your performance, as each level is timed on a gold-silver-bronze basis.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are generally considered satisfactory, with a cool minimal enemy aesthetic and virtual reality elements for both enemies and the protagonist. However, many users feel that the environments lack visual flair and could benefit from more distinctiveness to enhance the overall experience.
- “The minimal enemy aesthetic combined with the virtual reality elements is cool for both the enemies and the protagonist. I just wish the environments had more pop or visual flair to help them stand out more.”
- “The minimal enemy aesthetic combined with this virtual reality stuff is cool for the enemies and protagonist, I just wish the environments had more pop or visual flair to them that would help them stand out more.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is described as mild and somewhat amusing, though not overwhelmingly funny.
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game excels in its emotional impact, with players noting that the bosses evoke profound feelings that resonate deeply, likening their emotional toll to personal experiences such as parental divorce. This aspect is highlighted as a standout feature, enhancing the overall experience.
- “This is where I believe it shines the most, second to the bosses' ability to inflict untold emotional damage only surpassed by your parents' divorce.”