Flatland: Prologue
- March 31, 2020
- kyuu Fujisaki
Get on SteamFlatland: Prologue is a free, full and original game (not a demo) and also a prequel to Flatland Vol.1. Run as fast and precise as you can through Flatland, a minimalist neon-style world that is about to change forever. This is a fast-paced hardcore platformer with hand-crafted levels and challenges. Key features: - Challenging, fast and fun gameplay; - Ramping up in difficulty from not-so-easy …
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Reviews
- Beautiful neon design and a wonderful soundtrack that enhances the gaming experience.
- Challenging levels with clever movement options that provide a satisfying hardcore platforming experience.
- The game is free, making it an accessible option for players who enjoy platformers.
- Numerous bugs, including broken achievements and audio issues, detract from the overall experience.
- Clunky controls and a restricted camera make gameplay frustrating and difficult.
- The game feels unfinished, with poor level design and mechanics that do not work as intended.
- music9 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 22 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising it as "wonderful" and "amazing," expressing a desire to linger in the menu just to listen. However, several users report frustrating audio bugs, including music stopping unexpectedly and sound effects overpowering the soundtrack. Overall, while the music is generally appreciated, technical issues detract from the experience for some players.
“Music was still banging!”
“Challenging levels, great visuals and soundtrack.”
“The music was wonderful; I wanted to sit in the menu just to listen.”
“I faced an audio bug towards the end where explosion noises drowned out the music and wouldn't stop until I closed and reopened the game.”
“The music and graphics are fine but don't feel like anything special either.”
“Also not forgetting for a moment that this 140 knockoff is just another excuse for the proverbial grandstand, and another round of tunes, that doesn't even work without compatibility set to forced/specific, provides hours of entertainment in the form of repetitive, unending noise glitches, half-acted level design, hilarious out-of-area boundary blooms that dance like solar flares while getting burned into your retinas, achievements that refuse to work, music that stops dead for no sane reason, and of course, the game itself, which also freezes, crashes, etc for absolutely no explanation at all.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay is criticized for its clunky controls, poor momentum, and problematic mechanics such as wall sliding and jumping, which hinder the platforming experience. While some new mechanics aim to refresh the gameplay, they fail to excite, and the character's heavy feel adds to the frustration. Overall, the gameplay lacks the polish and fluidity expected from a quality platformer.
“It brings up new interesting mechanics that refresh the entire previous experience.”
“Has added new mechanics to previously released Flatland Vol. 1.”
“Short little teaser of Vol. 2 gameplay!”
“Clunky controls, terrible momentum, horrible wall sliding mechanic, and a questionable camera view sum up this game.”
“A restricted camera that makes it hard to see where you are jumping, slippery controls, wall jump mechanics from hell, and a dash that does not work properly half the time - a good platformer this is not.”
“The mechanics aren't particularly exciting and the character feels a bit too heavy.”
- stability3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with users reporting frequent crashes, freezes, and numerous bugs, including non-functional achievements and music that abruptly stops. Overall, the experience is marred by significant technical issues that detract from gameplay enjoyment.
“Not to mention the buggy achievements, which don't seem to be fixed anytime soon.”
“This 140 knockoff is just another excuse for the proverbial grandstand, and another round of tunes that doesn't even work without compatibility set to forced/specific. It provides hours of entertainment in the form of repetitive, unending noise glitches, half-acted level design, hilarious out-of-area boundary blooms that dance like solar flares while getting burned into your retinas. Achievements refuse to work, music stops dead for no sane reason, and the game itself freezes and crashes for absolutely no explanation at all.”
“The death animation is super cool, but the glitches are from hell!”
- graphics3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics are praised for their beauty and quality, contributing to an immersive experience alongside a commendable soundtrack. However, some users feel that while the visuals are good, they lack a distinctive or memorable quality.
“Challenging levels, great visuals and soundtrack.”
“Beautiful graphics and nice soundtracks!”
“The music and graphics are fine, but they don't feel like anything special.”
“The graphics are outdated and lack the detail expected from modern games.”
“The character models look stiff and lifeless, making it hard to get immersed in the game.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is derived from its numerous glitches and absurdities, such as bizarre visual effects, malfunctioning achievements, and unexpected crashes, which create a chaotic yet entertaining experience. Players find amusement in the game's flaws, turning frustrating moments into comedic highlights.
“The humor in this game is absolutely off the charts! The glitches and absurdities create a comedic experience that keeps you laughing.”
“I can't stop chuckling at the ridiculous level design and the unexpected moments that catch you off guard. It's a wild ride of laughter!”
“The game is filled with hilarious moments, from the quirky character interactions to the outrageous scenarios that unfold. It's a comedy goldmine!”
