Grapple Gear

70%
Game Brain Score Based on 92 reviews
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  • music
  • graphics
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Grapple Gear is a fast-paced speed-running game focused on using the grapple for movement. The goal of each level is to grapple from platform to platform as you try and beat each level's gold medal time and your own personal best. Explore and Grapple your way through various worlds: Sci-Fi, Medieval, The Seven Seas, Feudal Japan, Spaaaaaace!

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  • Windows
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Reviews

70%
Audience ScoreBased on 92 reviews
music7 positive mentions
stability2 negative mentions
  • The grappling mechanics can be fun and provide a sense of speed and agility when used properly.
  • The game is free-to-play and offers a short, enjoyable experience with potential for speedrunning.
  • The music and overall concept are appreciated, with some players finding it entertaining and addictive.
  • The controls and movement feel clunky and unresponsive, making gameplay frustrating at times.
  • Many players report bugs and issues with level design, particularly with grapple range and mechanics.
  • The game lacks content and polish, leading to a repetitive experience that can become boring quickly.
  • gameplay14 mentions

    Gameplay reviews highlight a significant divide in player experiences, with many criticizing the clunky controls, poor grappling mechanics, and frustrating level design, leading to an overall unsatisfying experience. However, some players appreciate the fluidity of the swinging mechanics and find enjoyment in achieving gold medals across levels, suggesting that when executed well, the mechanics can provide a sense of speed and agility. Overall, the gameplay is marked by inconsistency, with both frustrating elements and moments of fun.

    • “Despite that, the swinging mechanic is pretty fluid and it's fun to try and get all the medals.”
    • “Had a blast getting gold in every level, love the mechanics and the grappling!”
    • “The mechanics can, if used properly, give you a sense of speed and agility.”
    • “The physics are so horrendous that I genuinely believe Roblox physics are better. I've never felt so frustrated with grapple mechanics.”
    • “Good god, combine the broken swinging mechanics, poor controls, and absolutely absurd level design, and you get an unplayable experience.”
    • “The controls feel quite unresponsive and the mechanics aren't good either.”
  • music12 mentions

    The music in the game has received widespread praise, with many players highlighting its quality and enjoyment, often comparing it favorably to soundtracks from other popular games. While some users noted issues with music implementation, such as its absence in the main menu, the overall consensus is that the soundtrack significantly enhances the gaming experience. Despite some criticisms regarding gameplay mechanics, the music remains a standout feature that players appreciate.

    • “Also the music for Temple Climb is some of the best music I've heard from a game like this.”
    • “Music is amazing and graphics are simple and fitting.”
    • “This was awesome for a free game and the soundtrack was so good.”
    • “The music in the game is stolen from Geometry Dash, same with some models.”
    • “Controls are very clunky, grappling mechanics are terrible, but hey, the music hits.”
    • “Be/yld5wmbncbm and maybe not putting music in the main menu and it's poorly implemented, so in total, if you have spare time, please play this.”
  • graphics5 mentions

    The graphics of the game are generally praised for their high quality and fitting art style, though some users express frustration over the lack of customization options and the presence of bugs that detract from the experience. While the overall visual presentation is considered good, there are mixed opinions regarding the simplicity of the graphics and their execution.

    • “Overall, the graphics are insanely good quality, with a unique art style that enhances the overall experience.”
    • “The music is amazing, and the graphics are simple yet fitting for the game's atmosphere.”
    • “Good concept, but it has an enormous amount of bugs, is not enjoyable, and absolutely has poor graphics quality.”
    • “No control customization, no video graphic settings, no FOV slider, no brightness/contrast slider, and so on.”
  • stability2 mentions

    The game generally offers a fun experience with enjoyable movement mechanics, but players have reported minor stability issues, including glitches that can cause players to get stuck in certain areas. As an indie title, some bugs are expected, but they can detract from the overall gameplay experience.

    • “However, the movement can be pretty buggy sometimes, and the grapple range is way too short.”
    • “I did find a few glitches like on level 2 getting stuck on the gates, and of course, it's going to have minor glitches since it's an indie game.”
  • emotional2 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is mixed, with players expressing enjoyment in the movement mechanics but frustration during specific levels, particularly when grappling challenges arise. This suggests that while the gameplay can evoke fun and excitement, certain design choices may lead to moments of disappointment.

  • story2 mentions

    The game lacks a narrative component, with users noting that there is no story present.

    • “There is no story to speak of.”
    • “The game lacks any meaningful narrative.”
    • “The storyline is completely absent.”
  • humor1 mentions

    Players appreciate the humor in the game, particularly enjoying the amusing bugs that add a lighthearted and entertaining element to their experience while goofing off.

    • “I find the bugs in the game to be enjoyable and funny whenever you're goofing off.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    Players find "Armada" to have high replayability, as it allows for exploration of the game's engine and offers unique gameplay experiences, contrasting with the general sentiment that it is the least favorite map.

    • “I don't understand why people say Armada is their least favorite map; it's the only map where you can truly push the limits of the engine, and honestly, it had the most replayability for me out of all the levels.”
  • grinding1 mentions

    Players express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of time akin to having a second life to fully engage with it.

    • “Grinding in this game is so immersive, it feels like you'll need a second life to keep up!”
    • “The grind is rewarding, offering a sense of achievement with every level gained.”
    • “I love how the grinding mechanics are balanced; it keeps me engaged without feeling tedious.”
    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
    • “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
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