GemBreak

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GemBreak is a single player action game. It was developed by Ballista Studios IVS and was released on June 14, 2016. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

GemBreak is an action-packed physics puzzle game on steroids, with great speed and action/tactical -oriented gameplay.

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Single-Player

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66%

Audience ScoreBased on 47 reviews

music3 positive mentions

stability2 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and casual experience, making it enjoyable for players looking for a light-hearted game.
The soundtrack and graphics serve their purpose well, providing a pleasant atmosphere while playing.
There are a variety of levels and achievements to unlock, which can keep players engaged for several hours.

The game suffers from inconsistent physics and frustrating level design, making it difficult to enjoy.
Many players find the random power-ups and lack of precision in aiming to be detrimental to the gameplay experience.
The game is plagued by bugs and technical issues, including broken achievements and problems with launching.

music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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20%
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The music in the game is generally well-received, with a relaxing and explorative main menu track that players enjoy. However, the soundtrack can become repetitive over time, and while the sound effects are deemed acceptable, the overall audio experience is hindered by technical issues and a lack of customization options.
- “The soundtrack, while not bad, can become a bit repetitive over time.”
- “Nice music too.”
- “I also just love listening to the main menu music when needing to think, as it's relaxing yet explorative.”
- “The highscore page is completely broken, the game doesn't even launch correctly often, and can often break for no reason at all, such as when opening the options. The options are very lacking; there are no two sliders separating SFX and music. Also, the flashing light in the background whenever you hit a peg is eye-straining, and I would like an option to disable it.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
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The gameplay features familiar cannon mechanics with added freedom of lateral movement, though some players find the overall physics and mechanics to be underwhelming. Despite this, many users find the gameplay addictive, suggesting potential improvements like a self-destruct feature for stagnant balls to enhance engagement.
- “Gameplay-wise, the cannon mechanics are pretty much the same, with the exception that the user has the freedom to move it sideways wherever they want.”
- “Gameplay is very addictive.”
- “Gameplay and physics are kind of meh.”
- “I know it is probably very rare that this would happen, but maybe they should put a mechanic in the game that the player can destroy the ball or if the ball stops moving for 5 seconds it self-destructs.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The game's stability is highly inconsistent, with some users reporting it as a "buggy mess" while others claim it is "pretty much bug free." Despite occasional updates from the developers, the overall experience remains marred by significant bugs.
- “It's also pretty much bug-free.”
- “The game is a buggy mess in its current, partially-abandoned state.”
- “The developers do seem to be doing something to it every now and then based on the SteamDB page, primarily regarding things like adding Steam trading cards, but the game is still very buggy.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The game's story aspect is largely absent, resulting in a casual experience that lacks immersion. Unlike other titles like Peggle, which emphasize narrative, this game is more focused on level progression rather than storytelling.
- “This game is more level-focused, while Peggle is more of a story-driven experience.”
- “In other words, there isn't really any attempt to create a story or immersion, so it's pretty much a casual experience at its finest.”
- “This game is more level-focused, while Peggle is more of a story-driven game.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
100%
The graphics effectively serve their purpose and complement the game's atmosphere, but they lack variety and are considered inferior to those in similar titles, especially given the price point.
- “The whole atmosphere with the graphics and all the sounds is a perfect match.”
- “When it comes to graphics, I'd say they serve their purpose well, even though there's not much variety.”
- “When it comes to graphics, I'd say they serve their purpose well, even though there's not much variety, so to speak.”
- “The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
- “Character models are bland and environments lack detail, making the game visually unappealing.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the unpredictable bouncing of the ball amusing, adding a humorous element to the gameplay experience.
- “The ball bouncing is so all over the place, it's actually kind of funny.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Reviewers praise the game's atmosphere, highlighting the seamless integration of graphics and sound, which together create an immersive experience.
- “The whole atmosphere, with the graphics and all the sounds, is a perfect match.”
- “The immersive environment draws you in, making every moment feel alive.”
- “The haunting soundtrack combined with the stunning visuals creates an unforgettable experience.”