Getting Over It

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"Getting Over It" is a platformer game known for its good gameplay, stellar visuals, and good music, mixed with plenty of humor and numerous bugs. Its developer describes it as a game intended to challenge and emotionally hurt a certain kind of person. Despite its flaws, the game has gained a following for its unique blend of entertainment and frustration.

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Play Modes

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

82%

Audience ScoreBased on 5,577 reviews

graphics55 positive mentions

stability34 negative mentions

The game is challenging and rewarding, providing a sense of accomplishment when progress is made.
The philosophical commentary adds depth and motivation, making the experience more enjoyable.
The graphics and overall design are praised, creating a beautiful and engaging environment.

The controls are often unresponsive and difficult to manage, leading to frustration.
Many players experience glitches that cause the character to behave erratically, resulting in lost progress.
The game can be overly punishing, with significant setbacks for minor mistakes, which may deter some players.

graphics
88 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
34%
3%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising their quality and aesthetic appeal, particularly on mobile devices. However, performance issues, such as low frame rates and lag, detract from the experience for some users, especially on older or less powerful phones. Overall, while the graphics are generally considered good, optimization remains a significant concern that affects gameplay.
- “Absolutely phenomenal game, I have already beaten the game multiple times and yet I always come back to play again, the music and the graphics are beautiful.”
- “The controls are equally frustrating and difficult, and the graphics... amazing.”
- “This game runs silky smooth 60fps on the beautiful graphics settings on my OnePlus 6.”
- “The graphics do take a hit, as does performance (even on an S9) but overall the experience is still great!”
- “I only have 1 problem with it: the graphic quality has to stay pretty low on my phone to reduce lag.”
- “Don't waste your time, I'm a massive fan of the game on PC and have completed it many times but even on the lowest graphics settings this game from 2 years ago still barely runs on a brand new flagship phone.”
gameplay
67 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
39%
52%
9%
Gameplay reviews are mixed, highlighting a steep learning curve and frustrating controls, particularly on mobile, which detracts from the experience. While some players appreciate the game's simple mechanics and rewarding challenges, others criticize the lack of responsive controls and input lag, leading to a sense of unfairness. Overall, the game is seen as engaging and fun for those who enjoy a challenge, but it requires significant patience and adaptation to master its mechanics.
- “I love this game's design and aesthetic, and I love how such simple controls can create such dynamic situations and gameplay.”
- “The gameplay itself is of the 'low floor, high ceiling' variety.”
- “This has impeccable gameplay if you enjoy a challenge.”
- “It's so bad it makes for miserable gameplay.”
- “The controls are not responsive, and half of the time the character doesn't swing the hammer in the direction I touch, and he doesn't pull back said hammer even if I'm touching over the character model; he just keeps it extended.”
- “This game is fun but I gave it 3 stars because, first, the game mechanics are terrible, and second, the controls of this game are broken.”
music
51 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
49%
6%
The music in the game is widely praised for enhancing the overall experience, providing a calming yet engaging backdrop that complements the challenging gameplay. Players appreciate the combination of inspiring quotes and well-timed musical cues, which help to alleviate frustration and create a unique atmosphere. While some find the music occasionally annoying during difficult moments, many agree that it ultimately adds to the game's charm and enjoyment.
- “And the narration and music cues provide the perfect context through which to enjoy the game to its fullest.”
- “Absolutely phenomenal game, I have already beaten the game multiple times and yet I always come back to play again, the music and the graphics are beautiful.”
- “Amazing game that challenges patience, full of quotes and amazing music.”
- “This was one of the most frustrating experiences in my entire life, and I play music for a living, so that's saying a lot.”
- “Only complaint is that the music and commentary cut off when you spend too much time on an obstacle.”
- “Simply talking and playing music at random screws me up, but I need the sounds of the character and I feel like I'm being punished for choosing either.”
humor
39 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with many players finding the commentary and gameplay both hilarious and engaging. Users enjoy the comedic elements of failure and frustration, often laughing at their own misfortunes, while the voice acting and music add to the overall charm. Despite some frustrations with controls, the game's ability to evoke laughter makes it a memorable experience for many.
- “Absolutely hilarious and a perfect challenge!”
- “I might be pissed off at my screen one second but then I'm laughing at myself and my misery.”
- “Bonus joy and mirth when introducing others to the game and laughing at their first time.”
stability
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
3%
94%
The game's stability is widely criticized, with numerous reports of severe glitches, unresponsive controls, and unpredictable mechanics that significantly hinder gameplay. While some players have experienced minimal issues, the majority find the game frustratingly buggy, leading to a consensus that it is often unplayable. Overall, the stability issues detract from the enjoyment and challenge intended by the game.
- “I experienced no glitches, and the controls were fine; I just had to get used to them.”
- “This game very commonly has hammer glitches, unpredictable grip, unpredictable hammer movements, and is generally an annoying experience.”
- “The game crashes or glitches every few minutes making it unplayable.”
- “Love the game but the controls are the worst and sometimes it glitches out by spinning so fast it keeps knocking me off the first mountain; this game is impossible to play.”
emotional
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express a profound emotional response to the game, often oscillating between frustration and enjoyment. Many report crying due to the game's challenging controls and the emotional toll of losing progress, yet they also appreciate the intense experience it provides, describing it as an "emotional rollercoaster." Despite the technical issues, the game's ability to evoke strong feelings is recognized as a significant aspect of its appeal.
- “However, like similar situations I've faced, I am glad to have been on this emotional rollercoaster.”
- “I cried playing this game because I lost 35+ hours of progress, but it's a good game; it did what the description says, it hurt me and that's okay.”
- “This game made me cry from frustration, but otherwise it's a good game.”
optimization
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
19%
63%
19%
The game's optimization for mobile devices has received significant criticism, with many users reporting severe performance issues, especially on lower-end devices like the Pixel 3a and 3a XL. While some players still find the overall experience enjoyable, they note that graphics and controls suffer, leading to a frustrating gameplay experience. Many reviewers suggest that the game requires updates to improve performance and optimization.
- “I think there can be a few performance improvements that will help the game run better.”
- “It needs an update and better optimization, and better controls.”
- “Overall a phenomenal performance”
- “I also found that even on the lowest settings, and on a decently powerful phone, the performance wasn't very smooth.”
- “I got up to the red-white tower (I don't want to spoil much) and my performance dropped drastically, to the point where the game is in fact unplayable.”
- “The game has horrible performance issues.”
story
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
40%
20%
The game's story is highly praised for its engaging narrative and immersive ambiance, with players appreciating the references and quotes that enhance the experience as they navigate challenging terrain. Many reviewers noted that the story adds depth to the gameplay, making it enjoyable and worth replaying, although some mentioned that a proper setup is necessary for optimal play. Overall, the storytelling is considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.
- “Great game, great story and I really enjoyed it.”
- “Pretty fun, like the ambience and story, not as hard as I thought it was but still a great experience.”
- “It needs proper setup to complete their mission; it cannot be done on mobile or other applications; you have to use a mouse.”
- “I really appreciate the story behind the game and just the general narration.”
monetization
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The monetization strategy for the game has received mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the absence of ads and find the $5 price point reasonable for the enjoyment it offers, others criticize the mobile port as a cash grab lacking optimization. Overall, players seem to value the direct support to the creator through a one-time payment without ongoing monetization tactics like ads.
- “The game is fun, no ads.”
- “So easy and addicting, worth all $5, no ads and funny! 😀😀😀😀😀😀”
- “The thing you can do to support the creator is to reward him with 430rs... no ads, nothing, and full enjoyment with the game!”
- “The game is good on PC and I've beaten it around 100 times, but porting it to mobile feels like an obvious cash grab.”
- “It's clearly a cash grab with no effort made to optimize it.”
- “Another game falsely advertising portrait gameplay when portrait mode isn't possible.”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
80%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be frustrating and tedious, often describing it as a stressful and time-consuming experience. Despite the challenges, some still push through, indicating a mix of determination and dissatisfaction with the grind.
- “Grinding can be enjoyable, even if it gets a bit tedious at times. Just be prepared for the effort it requires!”
- “The grind is rewarding, and the sense of achievement makes it all worthwhile.”
- “I found the grinding aspect to be engaging, as it allowed me to really immerse myself in the game world.”
- “My experience of 3 hours and 23 minutes playing this game was very frustrating and time-consuming; the journey to the top was tedious and tough, but I still went ahead and did it.”
- “This is the most stressful, tedious, and unfair game I've ever played.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
Players consistently praise the game's atmosphere, highlighting its calming effect, engaging narration, and well-chosen music. Many describe it as one of the best experiences they've had, emphasizing how these elements contribute to a deeply immersive and enjoyable gameplay experience.
- “One of the best games I've ever played. I just love the atmosphere, the narration, and the music you put in. It wasn't supposed to, but this game just calms me so much. I've encountered this game's ending so many times, but never paid for it. Now I'm playing with Play Pass, and I feel worthy.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Many users note that the game has limited replayability, which prevents it from achieving a perfect rating.
- “The only thing stopping it from getting 5 stars is its lack of replayability.”