Evolvation

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Evolvation is a single player and multiplayer casual simulation game. It was developed by Jacob Kooiman and was released on February 6, 2017. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Evolvation" is a class-based simulation game that offers both single-player and multiplayer modes, allowing up to 2 players for co-op and PvP. The game features an extensive upgrading system for customizable spaceships, with thousands of possible combinations in the Hangar. It boasts instant multiplayer action, making it easy to join or host a game, and features a welcoming community where players can contribute to the game's development by translating, creating 3D models, composing music, and hosting their own servers.

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Audience ScoreBased on 338 reviews

graphics6 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

The game offers fast-paced gameplay with various game modes and customizable spaceships.
The developer shows dedication and responsiveness to community feedback, making efforts to improve the game.
The graphics are visually appealing, especially for a game developed by a small team.

The game suffers from a lack of players, making multiplayer experiences difficult to find.
Controls are often described as clunky and unintuitive, leading to a frustrating gameplay experience.
Many features, such as achievements and online play, are reported to be broken or non-functional.

graphics
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the visuals as "astonishing" and "great," particularly noting the use of Unreal Engine 4, while others criticize them as "blurry," "dated," and lacking originality. Many users express a desire for better UI integration to showcase the graphics, but overall, the consensus suggests that while the graphics can be visually appealing, they are often overshadowed by gameplay issues and technical problems.
- “The graphics are astonishing.”
- “Evolvation is a class-based and fast-paced multiplayer arena space flying shooter with multiple game modes which can be played solo and team-based, very smooth gameplay and the controls work just fine, the visuals are stunning for indie developers using Unreal Engine 4; they did a great job.”
- “The graphics are AAA quality.”
- “The game and its Discord server are dead; it only has multiplayer and you can't find a single player. Controls are bad, graphics are meh.”
- “The graphics feel blurry and stale, and it's hard to see what you're doing.”
- “Not only do the top graphics seem like a PS2 game, but also it's frustrating just how bad the controls are.”
gameplay
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24%
64%
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The gameplay is characterized by fast-paced, responsive flight mechanics and various game modes, appealing to fans of arena shooters. However, many players criticize the reliance on bots for online play, lack of engaging mechanics, and issues with optimization and connectivity, leading to a mixed reception overall. While some appreciate the potential and enjoyment of the core gameplay, others find it repetitive and lacking depth.
- “It offers fast-paced gameplay, various game modes, and customizable spaceships.”
- “The gameplay was lots of fun; I especially like how your ship continues to drift even if you cut the engine, allowing for some nice maneuvers. All the crafts feel agile and are fun to play with.”
- “Evolvation is a class-based and fast-paced multiplayer arena space flying shooter with multiple game modes which can be played solo and team-based. Very smooth gameplay and the controls work just fine; the visuals are stunning for indie developers using Unreal Engine 4.”
- “At first I thought maybe the brightly colored contrails left by the ships indicated friend from foe, but nope, they just change colors for no reason at all - total waste of a mechanic.”
- “Sh*tty game mechanics, visuals, optimization, the entire combat system looks like a joke... I wouldn't pay a single euro for this game... got disconnected three times just while attempting to connect to player-hosted/dedicated servers, and the fourth attempt ended up being stuck in an infinite loading screen... and the fight itself looked like chaotic nonsense.”
- “The game simply revolves around shooting other players dead, but if some of these core mechanics like maneuvering your player suck and the camera jitters around inducing nausea in minutes, then the rest of the game is ruined no matter how cool it is.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating its quality during multiplayer sessions, though some prefer to use their own tracks. While opinions on the genre vary, many find it decent and enjoyable, enhancing the overall experience alongside the impressive graphics.
- “The music, the flight controls, the combat - it all feels so good!”
- “Also, I personally love the music used.”
- “Buy it during sale if you want to have some fun or get the music pack if you got it for free and enjoyed it.”
- “The background music is just a MIDI file, which feels outdated.”
- “I'm not a fan of the music genre, but it's decent, I guess.”
- “The music doesn't really stand out and feels generic.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessively tedious, particularly when it comes to unlocking new ships and weapons. Additionally, the small user interface in the hangar bay makes it difficult to read equipment descriptions, further detracting from the experience. Overall, the grind is perceived as boring and unappealing.
- “Unlocking new ships and weapons is insanely grindy, and the UI for the hangar bay is so tiny that the equipment descriptions are pretty much unreadable.”
- “Not my cup of tea, but it seems like a grindy, boring experience and not that good looking.”
- “I haven't played the game; my 2.4 hours are obviously just farming for trading cards, just to be honest.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability has been criticized for being highly buggy, with players reporting frequent glitches, such as asteroids behaving erratically and causing unintended collisions.
- “For one, it's buggy.”
- “It's buggy!”
- “Asteroids are glitches, and then you bump into them.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers appreciate the game's atmosphere for its tactical depth, highlighting how the momentum mechanics enhance the experience and differentiate it from typical atmospheric-control dogfighters.
- “The game's atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into its world with stunning visuals and a haunting soundtrack.”
- “Every detail contributes to the overall ambiance, making you feel like you're truly part of this unique universe.”
- “The combination of sound design and environmental storytelling creates a captivating atmosphere that keeps you engaged throughout the experience.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game is seen as potentially engaging, but its effectiveness largely depends on the player's preferences and the direction they wish to take within the narrative.
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent flow, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “Character development is shallow, leaving me with little emotional investment in their journeys.”
- “The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises or excitement.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization is severely lacking, with players reporting frequent disconnections, infinite loading screens, and clunky controls that hinder gameplay. Overall, the poor mechanics and visuals contribute to a frustrating experience, making it difficult for users to engage with the game effectively.
- “Sh*tty game mechanics, visuals, optimization; the entire combat system looks like a joke. I wouldn't pay a single euro for this game. I got disconnected three times while attempting to connect to player-hosted or dedicated servers, and my fourth attempt ended up with me stuck in an infinite loading screen. The fight itself looked like chaotic nonsense.”
- “Poorly optimized, and regardless of whatever issues the dev was having with keys, this game isn't worth the headache of the clunky controls and the ungodly issues of even trying to get the tutorials and the game itself to load.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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50%
The game offers a good variety of ships and currently features no microtransactions, making it a recommended option for casual play. However, there are concerns that if the developers decide to introduce monetization in the future, significant improvements will be necessary to enhance the overall experience.
- “Good variety of ships and no microtransactions!”
- “I recommend it for free with no microtransactions; it's fun to mess around with.”
- “Ehh, for free with no microtransactions, I recommend it just to mess around with, but if the developers plan on monetizing this game at all, they need to make a lot of improvements first.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is appreciated by players, with some finding it enjoyable enough to recommend trying it out. While public servers may be empty, the experience of playing against bots in a single-player setting is seen as a positive aspect, adding to the overall fun.
- “But it's funny, worth a try.”
- “All of the public servers are empty, so I was forced to play against bots on my own server, which, funny enough, I prefer (I like single player). The servers are very easy to set up, all dealt with in the menu.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express that the emotional impact of the game stems from the gradual deterioration of their character's well-being as they interact with the environment, creating a sense of vulnerability and tension. This unique mechanic enhances the emotional experience by emphasizing the consequences of their actions over time.