FLATLAND Vol.1

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Flatland - Vol. 1 is a fast-paced hardcore platformer featuring hand-crafted levels and Lightning-fast respawns. Help Square survive his journey to the depths of Flatland, a minimalist neon-style 2D world. Run, jump, die, learn, repeat.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

81%

Audience ScoreBased on 31 reviews

music7 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

Flatland features a vibrant synthwave aesthetic with catchy music that enhances the gameplay experience.
The game offers a good challenge with a well-designed difficulty curve, keeping players engaged through various game modes and hidden collectibles.
It has tight controls and fluid mechanics, allowing for precise platforming that rewards skill and reflexes.

The camera is positioned too close, making it difficult to see hazards and navigate levels effectively, leading to frustrating deaths.
The game can feel repetitive due to similar level designs and mechanics, which may diminish long-term enjoyment.
There are technical issues, such as controller vibration that cannot be turned off and problems with refresh rates affecting gameplay.

music
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
33%
20%
The music in the game is widely praised for its awesome synthwave soundtrack, which perfectly complements the game's aesthetics and enhances the overall experience. Reviewers highlight the upbeat and catchy electronic tracks that match the game's tempo and mood, creating an immersive atmosphere that encourages continued play. The minimalist style and the option to change music at any time further contribute to the game's engaging soundscape.
- “Great game, with awesome music and aesthetics.”
- “The music is also sublime with a handful of catchy electronic/synthwave tracks that are both distinct and match the mood of the game perfectly.”
- “The synth soundtrack and the neon combined creates the best mood possible.”
- “Soundtrack alone will never, ever be a sufficient reason to recommend to someone that they should buy a video game.”
- “The music thumps along with your movements, fitting the tempo of the flatland just right.”
- “When will the soundtrack be available for download?!”
graphics
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
46%
31%
23%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the vibrant, minimalistic aesthetic and slick, futuristic design that enhances the overall experience. However, some critics point out technical shortcomings, suggesting that the developers may lack the necessary skills or resources to implement more advanced graphics, which detracts from the game's potential. Overall, while the visuals are appealing and stylish, they are not without their flaws.
- “Great game, with awesome music and aesthetics.”
- “Flatland is a fast-paced 2D platformer with tight controls, and a minimalistic yet gorgeous aesthetic, dripping with style.”
- “The visuals, while simple, are crisp and clean, with brightly lit and colored elements that make everything pop on screen.”
- “This could be because they can't afford to hire anyone capable of programming modern PC graphics, or they lack the talent, ability, skill, training, or expertise to do this very crucial part of game development.”
- “Again, working with 3D graphics is difficult, and a developer who wants to make a decent game must have the skill required to do so, or the budget to hire someone who can develop video games properly if they are unable to.”
- “In the case of Flatland, the developer was unable to arrange decent graphics, so they opted for an 'art' style they hoped would cover up their inadequacy.”
gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
33%
33%
The gameplay is generally well-received, characterized by its fast pace and challenging mechanics that encourage creative problem-solving. However, some players find the level design repetitive and simplistic, with limited mechanics that don't significantly alter the experience. The final boss is highlighted as a standout moment, effectively testing players' skills in a high-pressure environment.
- “It has good gameplay and a good challenge!”
- “The gameplay is super fast with level design that goads the player into finding creative solutions.”
- “Flatland is magnificent for its price; it's a masterpiece for those who want to spend almost no money for hours of masocore gameplay.”
- “It might be an intentional mechanic, but it feels like an unintended bug and is annoying either way.”
- “The level design is very repetitive visually and mechanically, and the few mechanics introduced don't really change much.”
- “They kept it simple with a run option and jumping off walls being the only mechanics.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent bugs that can cause levels to freeze and require players to restart their runs. Additionally, players have reported odd enemy glitches, although some of these issues seem to resolve when playing in windowed mode.
- “The platformer is incredibly buggy, requiring you to play through levels multiple times.”
- “The 'Square Fights Back' mode is quite buggy and can freeze the level, forcing you to restart the entire run.”
- “I encountered some strange enemy glitches in the game, although they seemed to resolve themselves when I switched to windowed mode.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the emotional aspect of the game compelling, as the mechanic of sticking to walls when touched creates a sense of connection and immersion, enhancing the overall emotional experience.
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in the game is highlighted by the player's amusing experience of streaming it in a low-gravity mode, which led to frustration but ultimately contributed to a funny story about their unexpected challenge at level 52. This blend of humor and gameplay mishap adds a lighthearted touch to the overall experience.
- “Funny story: I guess because of my setup, when I was first streaming this game in full screen mode, my character was moving at a 'low gravity' pace while the rest of the game was going at normal speed. I was incredibly frustrated because I got to level 52 (out of 67) and this level seemed impossible!”
- “The humor in this game is top-notch! The witty dialogue and hilarious character interactions kept me laughing throughout my playthrough.”
- “I love how the game doesn't take itself too seriously. The absurd situations and clever puns made for a delightful experience.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story aspect of the game is not explicitly discussed in the review, but the user's experience highlights a frustrating gameplay moment that may detract from the overall narrative engagement. The mention of reaching a high level suggests that the game has a progression system, but the focus remains on the technical issues rather than the story itself.
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game offers significant replayability due to its hidden areas, collectibles, and multiple available modes, encouraging players to revisit and explore different aspects of the gameplay.
- “There is plenty of replayability here with hidden areas, collectibles, and several modes available.”
- “The game offers a variety of choices that significantly change the outcome, making each playthrough feel fresh and exciting.”
- “With multiple endings and diverse character paths, I find myself coming back to explore every possibility.”