FutureGrind

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FutureGrind is a single-player platformer game with excellent gameplay and a compelling soundtrack. Players navigate through challenging tracks made of floating rails, performing tricks while avoiding instant explosion by touching the wrong color. With different bikes, numerous hand-crafted tracks, and a deep combo system, FutureGrind offers a thrilling experience for both casual and hardcore gamers. Additionally, it features color blind mode for accessibility.

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Play Modes

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

Reviews

94%

Audience ScoreBased on 50 reviews

music11 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

The game features simple yet addictive gameplay that is easy to learn but hard to master, making it enjoyable for both casual and dedicated players.
The visuals and soundtrack are highly praised, creating a pleasant and immersive experience that enhances the overall gameplay.
There are great accessibility options available, allowing a wider range of players to enjoy the game, including those who may struggle with its difficulty.

The game can become repetitive and lacks significant evolution in gameplay mechanics, leading to a feeling of sameness over time.
Some players have experienced frustrating moments due to the game's difficulty spikes and the need to replay levels multiple times for achievements.
The story is considered weak and unnecessary, detracting from the overall experience for some players who prefer a more engaging narrative.

music
15 mentions
73 % positive mentions
7 % neutral mentions
20 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its catchy and engaging quality, enhancing the overall aesthetic and gameplay experience. Reviewers note that the soundtrack complements the game's visuals and mechanics, creating a satisfying atmosphere that keeps players motivated. While some mention that the music can become repetitive over time, its energetic and fitting nature is consistently highlighted as a key element of enjoyment.
- “Amazing soundtrack and fun, addicting gameplay with a 'story' to go along with it.”
- “The music is great and really helps feed into the overall aesthetic of the game, and the playstyles of each bike are varied enough to keep things fresh as you progress through the game.”
- “Just like in Hotline Miami, the beat of the awesome soundtrack really pulled me in and made me want to clear those levels as smoothly as possible.”
- “The soundtrack is bomb, although a bit repetitive after a while.”
- “While I personally thought the music was very catchy, it may not appeal to everyone.”
- “The soundtracks are sick, but they can become monotonous over time.”
gameplay
15 mentions
47 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
20 % negative mentions
The gameplay is described as thoroughly enjoyable and intuitive, featuring a blend of autorunner mechanics with satisfying high-scoring elements and various bike options that add depth. Players appreciate the handcrafted levels and the balance between pathfinding and score-chasing, creating a fun and relaxing experience enhanced by a great soundtrack. Overall, the game offers solid movement mechanics and a pleasant, addictive gameplay loop that justifies its price.
- “Thoroughly enjoyable take on an autorunner, simple but fun gameplay and a great soundtrack.”
- “The various bikes each give a nice twist on the gameplay and the high scoring is extremely satisfying to route and execute.”
- “The developers clearly focused on refining the gameplay to feel as intuitive as possible, and it really shows.”
- “I could go into detail explaining all the mechanics but it’s really not worth it—watch the trailer, it shows you everything you need to know; the game doesn’t really evolve past it.”
- “Gameplay leans back and forth between puzzly pathfinding and a score-chasing mentality reminiscent of the early Tony Hawk games.”
- “Gameplay (note, these are just time trials. Each stage has like 3 missions per).”
story
13 mentions
23 % positive mentions
54 % neutral mentions
23 % negative mentions
The story in the game is generally considered weak and somewhat tropey, with many players finding it unengaging or unnecessary, often feeling it detracts from the overall experience. While some appreciate its lightheartedness and meta elements, others criticize its lack of depth and coherence, leading to a mixed reception. Overall, the gameplay is praised, but the narrative is seen as a lesser aspect of the game.
- “Amazing soundtrack and fun, addicting gameplay with a story to go along with it.”
- “It's the definition of easy to pick up but hard to master, and the story - while being a little cheesy - kept me engaged the whole time.”
- “Also loved how a meta story exists, light but still tech future fun.”
- “The story is nothing special, and makes you have to repeat tracks one more time, unnecessarily.”
- “The story climaxes, you beat the slightly more challenging, but not really very diverse or fun, levels, and that’s it.”
- “I think the worst aspect about the game is the story, which I literally couldn't care for, but everything else is very well done.”
graphics
10 mentions
50 % positive mentions
20 % neutral mentions
30 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are consistently praised for their sleek, futuristic aesthetic and stylized presentation, contributing to an overall gorgeous visual experience. Players appreciate the solid visuals that complement the engaging gameplay and catchy soundtrack, making it a well-rounded package for fans of the genre. Additionally, the game is optimized to run on lower-end hardware without sacrificing visual quality.
- “Perfectly calibrated difficulty, great music, satisfying visuals.”
- “The game's aesthetics are gorgeous with sleek menus and stylized graphics.”
- “As for the presentation, the graphics are fine, and the game will run on a lot of underpowered laptops.”
- “The graphics have that sleek, futuristic look to them.”
- “But they didn't skimp on the graphics and sound departments either, turning this game into an unskippable package that every platforming-game fan needs to try.”
grinding
3 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The grinding mechanic in the game is straightforward and effectively implemented, requiring players to match their bike's wheel color with the corresponding rails. However, while the concept is engaging, the repetitive nature of mastering the stages for trophies can become tedious and may detract from the overall enjoyment.
- “The concept of grinding on the same colored rails is simple and well done; however, if you want to get more playtime, you'll have to either struggle more than I did or go for the best trophy on each level.”
- “However, the stages (as opposed to the different bikes) aren't all that fun to master, making the attempt to get the diamond trophy on different courses tedious and, in my opinion, not worth it.”
atmosphere
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its impressive visuals and engaging soundtrack, though some find it repetitive over time. The handcrafted levels contribute to a fresh gameplay experience, with diverse challenges and bike options enhancing the overall ambiance.
- “The game looks fantastic, and the soundtrack is amazing, although it can get a bit repetitive over time. The levels are meticulously crafted, offering a wide variety, and the gameplay feels fresh with different challenges, bikes, and a captivating atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere is immersive, drawing you into the game world with stunning visuals and a compelling soundtrack that enhances the experience.”
- “Each level is designed with care, creating a unique atmosphere that keeps you engaged and excited to explore further.”