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Gravity Heroes

While charming in places, and with some fun gravity bending mechanics to stroke your novelty seeking, Gravity Heroes isn't all it could be. With a single player campaign that's barely playable, and too many tedious levels, this retro shooter leaves a lot to be desired. In the finer moments of Gravity Heroes, it can be a fun co-op experience, but without online play it is difficult to recommend this game for any single gamer.
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57%Game Brain Score
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91% User Score Based on 11 reviews
Critic Score 61%Based on 3 reviews

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Gravity Heroes is a single player and multiplayer arcade platformer game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Electric Monkeys and was released on February 19, 2021. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and very positive reviews from players.

Gravity Heroes gives you the ability to change gravity in a beautiful pixelated world. You can play the game alone challenging yourself to beat the best score, but you can also invite your friends and see who is the master of gravity. Play the game up to 4 players in any game mode.

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91%
Audience ScoreBased on 11 reviews
gameplay6 positive mentions
music3 negative mentions
  • Beautiful graphics and animation that enhance the overall experience.
  • Innovative gravity mechanics create unique gameplay situations and challenges.
  • Great cooperative gameplay that is more enjoyable with friends, leading to hilarious moments.
  • Gameplay can feel tedious and repetitive, especially in single-player mode.
  • Limited permanent upgrades and a short campaign may leave players wanting more.
  • The controls can be confusing, and the inability to aim while shooting can be frustrating.
  • gameplay
    21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of "Gravity Heroes" features innovative mechanics, particularly its gravity-shifting and resurrection systems, which enhance the multiplayer experience and add a layer of fun amidst the chaos. However, some players find the gameplay tedious and overwhelming in single-player mode, with limited content and a steep difficulty curve that may not appeal to everyone. Overall, while the game boasts beautiful graphics and solid mechanics, it may lack depth for those seeking a more engaging long-term experience.

    • “Interesting innovative gameplay.”
    • “The gravity shifting mechanics are amazing.”
    • “Gravity Heroes doesn't pull any punches with its difficulty, and skillful gameplay is as beautiful as the graphics.”
    • “However, the physical gameplay is incredibly tedious.”
    • “Even with the arena style gameplay, there's only 15 stages, 5 of which are boss fights.”
    • “Granted, that's sorta the gotcha here: sometimes there's a lot going on and it can get overwhelming in the single-player portion, so this does seem to be a game better with friends considering the resurrection mechanic.”
  • graphics
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics in the game are widely praised for their beauty and polish, featuring stunning animations and well-designed pixel art that enhance the overall aesthetic experience. While some players appreciate the visuals, they express mixed feelings about the gameplay, suggesting that the graphics may outshine the game's mechanics. Overall, the visuals are a standout aspect, leaving players hopeful for future improvements in gameplay.

    • “Beautiful graphics and animation, but I didn't like the gameplay.”
    • “Outstanding visuals and super polished.”
    • “Lastly, the aesthetics are incredible as well!”
    • “The pixel graphics, animations, firearms, and each level were all really well done; it's just the gravity aspect that makes me look the other way.”
    • “Something the developers did well was in creating the visuals for the game.”
  • music
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game adapts to the changing locations and themes, featuring a synthetic sound that evokes a sci-fi atmosphere. While the energetic soundtrack complements the gameplay, it can sometimes be overshadowed by the sound of weapon fire. Composed by Barry Leitch, known for his work on the SNES classic Top Gear, the music enhances the overall experience with a heart-pumping vibe.

    • “The pixel art and animation are top notch and the soundtrack offers a heart-pumping sci-fi mood, perfectly in line with the game's theme.”
    • “And for those of us who remember Top Gear's theme on SNES, Barry Leitch composed the music.”
    • “Since you'll be firing your weapon more often than not, it tends to drown out the music though.”
    • “With what I'd call a synthetic sound effect, the game includes tones in its songs that make me think of a sci-fi setting.”
    • “As the locations and gimmicks change after each boss battle, so does the music.”
  • optimization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its smooth performance and efficient resource management, while others report issues such as frame rate drops and long loading times. Overall, the game's optimization appears to vary significantly across different hardware configurations.

    • “The optimization in this game is outstanding, allowing for smooth gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
    • “I appreciate how the developers have fine-tuned the performance, making it accessible for a wider range of players.”
    • “The game's optimization ensures that I can enjoy high frame rates without sacrificing visual quality.”
    • “The game runs poorly on even high-end systems, making it frustrating to play.”
    • “I experienced frequent frame drops and stuttering, which ruined the overall experience.”
    • “The optimization is so bad that loading times are excessively long, making it hard to stay engaged.”
  • humor
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find that the chaotic gameplay often results in hilarious moments, particularly when enjoyed with friends, enhancing the overall comedic experience.

    • “The chaos of the gameplay can lead to some hilarious moments, and it seems to be even better with friends.”
    • “The witty dialogue and absurd situations had me laughing out loud throughout the entire game.”
    • “The humor is perfectly timed, making even the most challenging parts of the game enjoyable and lighthearted.”
  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, with a single-player campaign that feels barely playable due to an abundance of monotonous levels. Overall, the retro shooter fails to deliver an engaging experience.

    • “However, the physical gameplay is incredibly tedious.”
    • “With a single-player campaign that's barely playable, and too many tedious levels, this retro shooter leaves a lot to be desired.”
  • story
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story is noted for its ability to shift tones significantly, suggesting a dynamic narrative that can evoke various emotions and experiences throughout the gameplay.

    • “The story can change the tone quite a bit.”
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Gravity Heroes is a arcade platformer game with science fiction theme.

Gravity Heroes is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 4 and others.

Gravity Heroes was released on February 19, 2021.

Gravity Heroes was developed by Electric Monkeys.

Gravity Heroes has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its music.

Gravity Heroes is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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