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Fermi's Path

Despite some issues, Fermi's Path definitely shows enough potential in the early going to the extent that it looks like it'll be a fun and engaging game that you'll be playing for a good long time. Then the issues creep in and chip, chip, chip away until there's very little left to make you want to fire it up again. Some will play through and get some enjoyment out of it, but the long and the short of things is that this an endless runner at its core, where the developers have tried to throw in a campaign mode of sorts and where the running isn't all that much fun.
60%Game Brain Score
graphics, atmosphere
music, gameplay
64% User Score Based on 50 reviews
Critic Score 40%Based on 1 reviews

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"Fermi's Path" is an action-packed arcade game where you control a particle navigating through subatomic space, avoiding obstacles and eliminating incoming particles to achieve high scores. The game features multiple levels with increasing difficulty, infinity mode, a level editor with Steam Workshop integration, and a catchy electro soundtrack. Secret paths, various obstacles, and weapon upgrades add to the challenges and excitement.

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64%
Audience ScoreBased on 51 reviews
graphics6 positive mentions
stability3 negative mentions
  • The game features beautiful graphics and a mesmerizing soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
  • It offers a simple yet effective gameplay concept that can be challenging and rewarding, especially for fans of the genre.
  • The level editor allows for creativity and customization, providing additional replayability for players.
  • The game suffers from frequent crashes and performance issues, particularly on certain hardware configurations.
  • Difficulty spikes occur too early in the game, making it overwhelming and frustrating for players who are still learning the mechanics.
  • The gameplay can feel repetitive and lacks variety, leading to boredom after a short period of play.
  • music
    32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players enjoying the synth-pop soundtrack that complements the action, while others find it repetitive and unoriginal. Technical issues, such as overlapping music tracks and a lack of dynamic response to gameplay, detract from the overall experience. Despite these criticisms, some users appreciate the music's ability to set a fitting mood for the game, particularly for fans of rhythm and music genres.

    • “The soundtrack is mesmerizing!”
    • “Sure, the synth-pop music may not be to everyone's taste, but I really like it as it goes well with the action.”
    • “The visuals and the music really help to set the mood for the game.”
    • “Unoriginal, repetitive gameplay, corny music, boring color scheme, and an utter lack of charm.”
    • “There's also the music, which, in most of the levels I've played so far, doesn't sound like anything when you get a high combo.”
    • “There's also the fact that you can only use the music in the game (and they can't change that because they would have to drop the workshop integration due to the copyright issues that could come out of this), but as I've said, they're just a bunch of mess after a while.”
  • gameplay
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay offers a mix of enjoyable mechanics, including jumping and flying through visually appealing environments, with 20 levels and varying difficulties. However, it suffers from repetitive enemy designs and a lack of originality, leading to a decline in excitement over time. While initially relaxing and engaging, the overall experience may not justify a full-price purchase.

    • “The gameplay itself is more developed than in Audiosurf; you can jump, fly, and there are a lot of obstacles. The levels to choose from are 20, with three levels of difficulty each.”
    • “The gameplay at first is very enjoyable and relaxing as you blast through beautiful subatomic environments while collecting smaller particles and avoiding other particles that may cause a violent reaction.”
    • “Do take a look at some gameplay if you are interested in the video up above and below.”
    • “Unoriginal, repetitive gameplay, corny music, boring color scheme, and an utter lack of charm.”
    • “So all in all, if you've been eyeballing this game for a while and every gameplay video you've seen from this game looks awesome, buy it, but wait until it's on sale, because I don't think this is worth more than 5 bucks as it currently stands.”
    • “Another edit: after playing through more of the game, I discovered that the biggest flaw of this game is one of the core mechanics: enemies.”
  • graphics
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are praised for their smooth performance, vibrant colors, and immersive atmosphere, creating an appealing visual experience. However, the low camera angle and overwhelming visual effects can obscure obstacles, making it challenging to navigate, especially at high speeds. While the visuals contribute positively to the game's mood, they may hinder gameplay for some players.

    • “The game looks pretty, with graphics running at a smooth clip, featuring a smooth palette of colors and vivid backgrounds. There's an almost ephemeral quality to the proceedings as you glide along the rail towards your goal, avoiding various obstacles, both static and mobile. You have the ability to rotate in ninety-degree increments along the rail, as well as jump and shoot certain types of obstacles to remove them.”
    • “It has great graphics, and as a way to unwind from tougher games or even as a way to 'warm up' before a session of Velocibox, I could definitely see it serving a role.”
    • “The problem with Fermi's Path, and note, it's something that is subjective, but it's the kind of problem that will be a problem for anyone who intends to play at speed, is that due to the nature of the game (rotating around a central rail) and the graphical nature of the game, with lots of different colors and effects going on, considering this is intended as a reaction game, there's too much visual information, and at times the rail will obscure the obstacles and route coming up by virtue of the fact the route will be on the opposite side of the rail or off by ninety degrees.”
    • “The visuals and the music really help to set the mood for the game.”
    • “The game looks pretty, with graphics running at a smooth clip, with a smooth palette of colors and vivid backgrounds, there's an almost ephemeral quality to proceedings as you glide along the rail towards your goal, avoiding various obstacles, both static and mobile, and you've the ability to rotate in ninety degree increments along the rail, as well as jump and shoot certain types of obstacle to remove them.”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game suffers from significant stability issues, with users reporting frequent crashes and freezes that disrupt gameplay.

    • “The game constantly crashes and freezes, making it nearly unplayable.”
    • “I experience frequent crashes and freezes that ruin the gaming experience.”
    • “The stability issues are frustrating; the game crashes and freezes all the time.”
  • atmosphere
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is praised for its appealing graphics and controls, creating an engaging environment. However, issues with the low camera angle and overwhelming gameplay elements detract from the overall experience, making it challenging for players to navigate effectively.

  • humor
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is consistently praised, with users highlighting its funny elements that enhance the overall experience of the arcade beat 'em up gameplay.

    • “It's a very nice and funny arcade beat 'em up game.”
  • replayability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players highlight the game's strong replayability, noting that it offers significant challenges and encourages exploration of secrets within levels, making it more than just a casual experience. The pursuit of perfecting scores adds to the incentive to revisit the game.

    • “If you were put off by the relaxing tones and thought this was just a casual game, fret not! There is a lot of challenge and replayability as you strive to perfect your score and uncover the secrets in the levels.”

40%Critics’ scoreBased on 1 critic reviews

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