Gravitators

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Gravitators is a Gravity Twin Stick Shooter game where you pilot ships and complete mission objectives to secure the future of humankind. Defend the Earth and travel through the galaxy to repel an alien invasion. Inspired by classic games like Thrust, Gravitar, Asteroids, Solar Jetman and others, Gravitators unshelves this old genre and overhauls it into modern times, while keeping the genre's tr…

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Play Modes

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

Reviews

65%

Audience ScoreBased on 16 reviews

music3 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

Gravitators features diverse missions and an impressive map that helps players strategize without rushing in blindly.
The game offers a variety of ship types with unique controls and weapons, enhancing gameplay variety and depth.
The tutorialization is well-executed, providing hands-on examples and allowing players to learn controls gradually as they progress.

Secondary missions involving towing objects through narrow corridors are frustrating due to unreliable physics and controls.
The visual presentation is average and can make it difficult to see walls, leading to unexpected collisions.
The game can be quite challenging, which may deter players who prefer a more casual gaming experience.

story
19 mentions
11 % positive mentions
74 % neutral mentions
16 % negative mentions
The game's story revolves around a mission to save Earth from an alien invasion, featuring diverse and engaging missions with varying objectives and challenges. Players can explore a detailed map that highlights enemies and points of interest, allowing for strategic gameplay. While the main objectives are manageable, optional challenges provide a higher difficulty for completionists, enhancing the overall narrative experience.
- “The plot is also interesting: you have to save the planet, save Earth from aliens, and fight for people's future.”
- “What I like is that the main objectives of the mission are doable; however, it is the optional objectives that will test your skill. So if you’re a completionist and someone who loves to be tested, you would be happy with this.”
- “But what I don’t like are the secondary missions that involve towing an object through narrow corridors.”
- “And you have a story to follow, with completely different mission goals.”
- “Must be mentioned locations, different missions, levels, planets, buildings.”
gameplay
6 mentions
33 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
Gravitators excels in its gameplay by effectively combining the mechanics of twin-stick shooters and shmups, showcasing a developer's strong understanding of the genre. The game is dynamic and engaging, offering high-quality experiences that appeal to players interested in innovative mechanics. Overall, it delivers a pleasurable gameplay experience.
- “Gravitators executes core gameplay mechanics of a twin-stick shooter and shmup to the highest degree and is a prime example of a developer that understands this and then proceeds to craft them in their own style.”
- “Very dynamic game with interesting gameplay.”
- “This game can be enjoyable for anyone who is interested in mechanics.”
- “The game is of really high quality and allows you to feel the pleasure of the gameplay.”
music
6 mentions
50 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
17 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received positive feedback for its enjoyable 8-bit style and exciting background tracks that enhance the gameplay experience. Players appreciate the variety and quality of the musical accompaniment, although some feel that additional background music could improve quieter moments. Overall, the sound effects and music contribute significantly to the game's nostalgic charm and engaging atmosphere.
- “Guys, I fell in love with this music... 8-bit sounds great.”
- “Quickly enjoyable, very nice graphics and music.”
- “What I liked about it is the many levels, good musical accompaniment, as well as the variety of ships.”
- “I really like the sound effects in the game, but sometimes I think that I need background music because it's too quiet.”
graphics
5 mentions
60 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
40 % negative mentions
The game's graphics have received positive feedback for their modern and visually appealing design, enhancing the overall experience. While not focused on realism, the graphics are considered enjoyable and well-suited for the genre, complementing the engaging gameplay and music.
- “The game itself looks much better with such graphics and new weapons.”
- “Quickly enjoyable, very nice graphics and music.”
- “I was also surprised by the modern graphics that the developers worked on.”
- “The devs didn't focus on the realistic 3D graphics and realism of the game.”
- “Gravitators - this is a cross-platform action game with a 3-person view like good old Mario, in which you have to overcome obstacles, kill enemies, and just spend time. Exciting music in the background, but the graphics are not worthy for this genre.”
emotional
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players report that the game evokes strong emotions, often leading to moments of reflection and even tears, highlighting its ability to resonate with personal experiences.
- “While playing, I shed a tear and remembered times that were both beautiful and painful.”
- “The story resonated with me on a deep level, evoking emotions I didn't expect.”
- “I felt a profound connection to the characters, making their struggles and triumphs feel incredibly real.”