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.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

Reviews

60%

Audience ScoreBased on 18 reviews

music5 positive mentions

stability1 negative mentions

The game features a vibrant synthwave aesthetic and a catchy soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
It offers a variety of game modes and challenges that provide replayability and cater to different play styles.
The level design is well-crafted, requiring precise controls and skill, making it rewarding for players who enjoy challenging platformers.

The camera is too zoomed in, making it difficult to see upcoming obstacles and leading to frustrating cheap deaths.
The game is relatively short and easy for most of its duration, which may disappoint players expecting a hardcore experience.
Controller vibration cannot be turned off, which can be distracting and annoying during gameplay.

music
10 mentions
50 % positive mentions
20 % neutral mentions
30 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received high praise for its upbeat and catchy synthwave soundtrack, which perfectly complements the game's environment and aesthetic. Players appreciate the minimalist yet beautiful style, the ability to change tracks at will, and the overall passion evident in the sound design. Many express a desire for the soundtrack to be available for download, highlighting its impact on gameplay and immersion.
- “The synth soundtrack and the neon combined create the best mood possible.”
- “Although the minimalist look, everything seems made with great passion, from visual effects to an amazing soundtrack.”
- “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.”
- “Special attention to music in the style 'synthwave'.”
- “When will the soundtrack be available for download?!”
gameplay
8 mentions
38 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
38 % negative mentions
Gameplay is a mixed bag, with some players finding it repetitive and simplistic, relying mainly on running and wall-jumping mechanics. However, others appreciate the fast-paced challenge and creative level design, particularly praising the final boss for effectively testing players' skills in a high-pressure environment. Overall, while some aspects may feel like bugs or lack variety, the game offers a rewarding experience for those who enjoy intense, skill-based gameplay.
- “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.”
graphics
5 mentions
60 % positive mentions
40 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The graphics are characterized by a slick, futuristic neon style that creates a vivid and engrossing retrowave aesthetic. While the visuals are praised for their fluidity and appeal, some players feel that similar platformers offer a more compelling overall experience. The combination of pleasing aesthetics and challenging design enhances the game's atmosphere.
- “The retrowave aesthetic is vivid, simple, and engrossing.”
- “Pleasing aesthetics and challenging design.”
- “The game is fluid, the aesthetics are amazing, the music is magnificent, and the new game modes are really challenging to unlock.”
humor
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by the player's amusing experience of streaming it in a low-gravity mode, leading to frustration that turned into a funny anecdote as they navigated a challenging level. This blend of unexpected gameplay mechanics and personal storytelling 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
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is described humorously, with the reviewer initially facing frustration due to a technical issue that made gameplay feel sluggish. Despite this, they managed to progress significantly, reaching level 52 out of 67, indicating that the narrative may be engaging enough to keep players invested despite challenges.
stability
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Users have reported occasional glitches with enemy behavior, although switching to windowed mode seems to resolve these issues, indicating some stability concerns in full-screen mode.
- “I was experiencing some odd enemy glitches in the game, but that corrected itself in windowed mode.”
replayability
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game offers significant replayability due to the presence of hidden areas, collectibles, and multiple gameplay modes, encouraging players to revisit and explore different aspects of the experience.
- “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.”