Gatekeeper: Infinity
- November 10, 2023
- Gravity Lagoon
- 3h median play time
Get on SteamPrologue version of the game Gatekeeper. Gatekeeper: Infinity is a fast-paced rogue-lite shooter where you'll search for the stolen Heart of the Universe and battle machine enemies! Play solo or join forces with friends in co-op mode.
PC
Steam Deck
Windows
Reviews
- Engaging gameplay that is fun to play with friends, reminiscent of Risk of Rain.
- Smooth controls and stunning graphics enhance the overall experience.
- Offers a variety of characters and abilities, allowing for different playstyles.
- Repetitive gameplay with limited enemy and item variety, leading to a lack of long-term engagement.
- Some balancing issues, particularly with melee characters feeling underpowered.
- The game can feel too easy, especially at higher difficulties, reducing the challenge.
- gameplay157 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is generally praised for its smooth mechanics, engaging co-op features, and appealing graphics, drawing comparisons to titles like Risk of Rain 2. However, many players note a lack of variety in enemies, items, and level design, leading to repetitive gameplay that can diminish long-term enjoyment. While the core mechanics are solid and entertaining, there is a consensus that the game needs more depth and diversity to maintain player interest over time.
“The game's mechanics are finely tuned, offering a challenging yet rewarding gameplay that keeps you coming back for more.”
“The gameplay seamlessly blends stunning visuals with captivating gameplay, creating an experience that's nothing short of extraordinary.”
“The multiplayer mode is a blast, offering engaging co-op gameplay for up to four players.”
“Clunky asymmetrical gameplay and animations.”
“Items aren't interesting, with most items simply providing invisible stat boosts that don't drastically change your gameplay.”
“The only issue I have is that the gameplay got monotonous after a while due to the lack of variety in mob types, boss types, and upgrade types.”
- graphics92 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 37 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim for their stunning visuals, detailed environments, and unique character designs, creating an immersive experience. Many players appreciate the art style and smooth animations, although some have noted minor issues like pixelation and repetitive map layouts. Overall, the game's graphics are considered a strong point, enhancing both the gameplay and atmosphere.
“The graphics are stunning, showcasing detailed environments and unique character designs.”
“The game's roguelike elements and intricate mechanics keep players engaged, while the stunning graphics and atmospheric sound design create a truly immersive world.”
“The graphics are jaw-dropping; each detail is meticulously crafted, from the lush landscapes to the intricate character designs.”
“I take 0.5 from the graphics because the edges of every matter are a little pixelated and it hurts my eyes. Perhaps it's my specs' problem or my settings.”
“On top of feeling super bland and almost boring after the 1st and 2nd run... it seems to have an identity crisis. I actually thought this was a 'Hopoo Games/Gearbox' game; the art style is very misleading and copy/paste from Risk of Rain 2.”
“Graphics are pretty bland and so are the characters; they all look like each other's cousins.”
- music49 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 51 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many praising its immersive and dynamic qualities that enhance the overall atmosphere and gameplay experience. While some players find the soundtrack electrifying and memorable, others describe it as bland or forgettable, suggesting a desire for more variety. Overall, the audio design is noted as a strong aspect, contributing significantly to the game's appeal, though opinions on its standout quality vary.
“The audio design is exceptional, with immersive background music and impactful sound effects that enhance the experience.”
“The flow of the music totally puts you in the zone for playing, and really accentuates the world that the story presents!”
“Great dynamic music, combat sound, and visual effects, is very satisfying and results in an overall nice feel.”
“I would only wish for some more/different music.”
“The music sucks, it has to be said, bland and annoying.”
“Music is uninspired and forgettable.”
- story20 mentions
- 15 % positive mentions
- 70 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The game's story is seen as a mixed bag; while some players appreciate its captivating elements and potential for depth, others criticize the lack of a cohesive narrative and repetitive missions. Many reviewers express a desire for a more structured story mode to enhance gameplay variety and engagement, as the current setup feels monotonous and underdeveloped. Overall, while the foundation for an interesting storyline exists, players hope for future expansions to enrich the narrative experience.
“The storyline is gripping, keeping me on the edge of my seat with its twists and turns.”
“Its stunning visuals, compelling storyline, and seamless gameplay make it a must-have for anyone looking to escape reality and embark on an unforgettable gaming journey.”
“Learning more and more about the mysterious world of the game and exploring its secrets, I felt a real interweaving of sensations thanks to well-written characters and fascinating plot twists.”
“You have several maps with particular themes - why not put them in a sequence and add a story to it?”
“There's no story in this free version besides establishing the setting, and missions can drag on a bit, especially when enemies spawn and run to you too slowly.”
“I also believe that they should make a story mode into the game to make it more diverse than an infinite loop of the same progression.”
- replayability18 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 61 % neutral mentions
- 22 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's replayability is currently seen as limited, with many players noting a lack of variety and content that diminishes the incentive to replay after a few runs. While the gameplay is enjoyable and has potential, reviewers emphasize the need for more diverse challenges, bosses, and player-generated content to enhance replay value in future updates.
“Allowing players to create and share their own maps and challenges could elevate this game to new heights, fostering a vibrant community and endless replayability.”
“Gatekeeper Infinity is an addictive game with smooth gameplay, stunning visuals, and an incredible replay value.”
“Right now it just needs some more content for replayability and the game is golden.”
“Pretty good.. for a beta, it lacks a few things like more replay value by making changes for every round. After around 4 hours, you have done the 4 heroes and you are pretty much done, even if you only try one of them.”
“It was fun, but it lacks replay value past a few runs given the current lack of bosses and unique-feeling stages.”
“Game lacks replayability as of today, but other than that, it's really fun and well made.”
- atmosphere16 mentions
- 63 % positive mentions
- 19 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its stunning graphics, immersive sound design, and captivating art style, which together create a mysterious and engaging world. Players appreciate the well-crafted details and quality voice acting that enhance the overall experience, while the soundtrack is noted for its ability to evoke tension and excitement. Overall, the atmosphere stands out as a key highlight, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.
“The game's roguelike elements and intricate mechanics keep players engaged, while the stunning graphics and atmospheric sound design create a truly immersive world.”
“The art style and atmosphere are captivating, creating an immersive world that's both mysterious and intriguing.”
“Well-designed details of the surrounding world and quality voiced characters create an atmosphere that fully immerses the player in the game world.”
“Very solid demo with an oneiric atmosphere similar to that in Risk of Rain; the game also borrows mechanics from it in a general sense but spins them in a solid and fresh enough way.”
“Well-designed details of the surrounding world and quality-voiced characters create an atmosphere that fully immerses the player in the game world.”
“Adventures in such a wonderful game delight me; I am completely enchanted by the atmosphere in the game. There is a moment when I finished the fight and just slowly walked through the location to look back at the local beauty.”
- grinding13 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while it offers a smooth and enjoyable way to farm items and spend time with friends, it can become tedious due to a lack of variety in items and maps. Some users feel that the current gameplay loop can lead to prolonged runs that feel grindy, especially when trying to acquire specific items, and suggest that introducing penalties for excessive farming could enhance the challenge. Overall, while the game is addictive and free of pay-to-win mechanics, it could benefit from more diverse gameplay elements to alleviate the grind.
“It feels very grindy during your run.”
“There aren't many maps yet, so runs get a bit tedious over time.”
“If you want to buy all items in the current level, it can be a little bit grindy.”
- character development6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is highlighted as a strong point, featuring a deep system that allows players to enhance skills and create unique play styles, fostering investment in the narrative. However, some users find the character designs to be generic, lacking distinctiveness despite the overall stunning graphics.
“In addition, Gatekeeper: Infinity offers a deep character development system that allows players to improve their skills, gain new skills, and create a unique play style.”
“Great character design and very well balanced play styles.”
“The character development is top-notch, making me genuinely invested in the fate of the in-game universe.”
“Character designs themselves are generic, and I can barely tell a difference between them.”
“The character development system feels shallow and doesn't provide enough meaningful choices.”
“I expected more depth in character progression, but it feels like a grind without real impact.”
- optimization6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is praised for delivering smooth gameplay, particularly during intense battles, with many users noting significant improvements following recent updates. However, some players experienced a drop in frame rates, indicating that optimization may not be consistent for all users. Despite this, the majority find the performance to be impressive and well-balanced.
“Optimization is top notch, ensuring smooth gameplay even during intense battles.”
“Is optimized really well, gameplay loop is innovative and fun.”
“10/10, not a lot of games are as well optimized and run well as this one, and the game seems balanced already.”
“Optimization resulted in 23 fps instead of the expected 60 fps. 👎”
“Performance got fixed in a recent update!”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by its intentionally chaotic and confusing gameplay, which players find amusing, especially in cooperative settings. The absurdity of the challenges and the "hilariously bad" design choices contribute to a comedic experience, making it entertaining despite its rough edges. Overall, the humor is a highlight, adding to the enjoyment of the game.
“Hilariously bad and callous Risk of Rain ripoff.”
“Ror has a rough beginner experience as you drop in without any clue of what's going on. You get a terrible starting character, you probably get confused by how tanky the first boss is and you die. Then you look at your loadout and selection screen, and you see the hilariously confusing and difficult tasks you must complete to unlock new abilities, some of which are a must-use over the others.”
“Good co-op game, very funny and well designed.”
- stability3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, users report that the game runs smoothly and is visually clear, but there are instances of freezing after extended playtime, indicating potential stability issues.
“It runs great, feels good, and is easy to see what's going on.”
“2.5 hours into a run and the game freezes.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
“I experienced multiple bugs that caused the game to become unstable.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that the emotional impact of the game is minimal, with few memorable elements that fail to leave a lasting impression on players. Overall, the designs and emotional resonance do not stand out significantly, making it easy to forget them shortly after playing.
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game is criticized for feeling overly commercialized, as players perceive it more as an advertisement for "Risk of Rain 2" rather than a standalone experience, limiting its enjoyment to a brief session with friends.
“The game is enjoyable for a short time, but it feels more like an advertisement for Risk of Rain 2 than a standalone experience.”
“The monetization strategy is aggressive, making it hard to enjoy the game without feeling pressured to spend money.”
“I found the in-game purchases to be excessive, which detracted from the overall experience.”
