Gran Vitreous

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Gran Vitreous is a single player role playing game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Heliocentric Studios and was released on May 20, 2015. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Gran Vitreous" is a challenging platformer set in a surreal, abstract world. Traverse mysterious environments and solve mind-bending puzzles using your unique abilities. With its minimalist art style and atmospheric soundtrack, this game offers a truly unique and immersive experience.

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Audience ScoreBased on 31 reviews

graphics4 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

Gran Vitreous offers a fun and addictive twin-stick shooter experience with RPG elements, including ship customization and a variety of weapons.
The game features a strong loot and crafting system that enhances replayability and allows for diverse strategies in gameplay.
Despite its simple graphics, the game provides a fast-paced and engaging experience, making it a great value for its price.

The game suffers from frequent crashes and technical issues, which can hinder the overall enjoyment and lead to frustration.
Visual clutter and flashy effects can make it difficult to distinguish between enemies, bullets, and debris, impacting gameplay clarity.
There are no options for rebindable controls, which can be a significant drawback for players looking for customization in their gaming experience.

graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are generally described as subpar and simplistic, with a retro style that appeals to some players but may frustrate others due to their flatness and occasional confusion caused by flashy effects. While some appreciate the indie aesthetic and find the visuals functional, others note that the lack of design can hinder gameplay, especially in chaotic situations. Overall, the graphics are seen as a mixed bag, serving their purpose but not impressing in terms of quality.
- “There is a lot of game here, as long as you are okay with the graphics. I personally love them, as someone who enjoys the indie retro style.”
- “Great retro visuals and graphics - explosions and pickups are epic!”
- “It's got lots of loot and great graphics with tons of mesmerizing particle effects.”
- “Requires you to look past the subpar graphics.”
- “The graphics are simple but flashy... at times way too flashy... so flashy that you may end up confused for a split second... in which you got hit by an asteroid.”
- “For $5, it's not a game that's going to blow your doors off; the visuals suffer from lack of design, and there are some problems in seeing certain elements on the screen, which can put you in situations that can really screw you up in terms of levels versus enemies.”
gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally well-received, praised for its engaging roguelite twin-stick shooter mechanics and effective controls for both controller and mouse/keyboard users. However, players have noted issues with stability, including crashes and a lack of ongoing development or bug fixes, as well as some unrefined elements like spelling errors. Despite these drawbacks, the core gameplay remains enjoyable, with loot and crafting mechanics enhancing the experience.
- “Having played this on controller as well as mouse/keyboard, I can say the developer has done a great job of making the gameplay work well no matter which you are using.”
- “During playing, I tried only half of them, but overall they enhance the gameplay and are able to save your ship quite often.”
- “There is also some weapon charge mechanic which I haven't bothered exploring at all.”
- “Gameplay is pretty straightforward: kill or be killed.”
- “Not totally polished for a release (there are a few pretty blatant spelling errors found in my two-hour first play), but all of that was easy to overlook considering the gameplay.”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is minimal, primarily revolving around the objective to destroy Gran Vitreous, the source of enemy ships. While players appreciate the variety of missions and objectives, many feel that the lack of a substantial narrative detracts from the overall experience. Despite this, some elements like the upgrade system and mission types are noted as enjoyable.
- “Great variety of missions and different random objectives keep things interesting.”
- “Mothership, repairing missions, and enhancers are pretty cool.”
- “There isn't much of a story in the campaign: your goal is to destroy Gran Vitreous, the mother shape that creates the ships that attack the galaxy.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players find the soundtrack unimpressive and boring, others appreciate its uniqueness and ability to remain enjoyable despite a lack of variety. Overall, the sound design is seen as a significant drawback, suggesting that improvements could enhance the overall experience.
- “Overall, Gran Vitreous is a blast; it looks great, has a unique soundtrack, and affords you a considerable amount of fun in each level.”
- “The music doesn't wear on me at all; I can keep listening to it despite there not being much variety.”
- “Update the soundtrack and any screen effects when you kill other guys, and this game will be completely worth $5.”
- “The game's main downfall is the sound - unimpressive effects and a flat-out boring soundtrack.”
- “If you're into twin stick shooters and persistent upgrades, then it's worth a play... but turn off the music and play your own.”
- “Update the soundtrack and any screen effects when you kill other guys and this game will be completely worth $5.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the game enjoyable overall, but note that it involves a significant amount of grinding, which may detract from the experience for some.
- “Fun game, but it's very grindy.”
- “The grinding aspect makes it feel more like a chore than a game.”
- “I enjoy the gameplay, but the excessive grinding is exhausting.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the game highly replayable due to the expansive galaxy to explore, opportunities for ship upgrades, and the pursuit of new gear, which encourages ongoing engagement and progression.
- “This adds a lot of replayability in the form of a galaxy to progress through while you upgrade your ship, grind for new gear, and aspire for geometric domination.”