Gripper: Prologue

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ADD FULL GAME TO YOUR WISHLISThttps://store.steampowered.com/app/1336380/Gripper/ About the Game In a world where everyone is damaged one way or another you and your sister live peacefully on a farm. Until someone comes and burns it down. All you have left is your car with a hook. The time to learn how to kill with it is running out. Tear your enemies apart with a hook and finish them with…

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Single-Player

67%

Audience ScoreBased on 66 reviews

music10 positive mentions

optimization1 negative mentions

The game features a unique design that combines elements of Mad Max and Zelda, with an interesting narrative and great music.
The animated cutscenes are visually impressive and enhance the overall experience.
The gameplay is innovative, with engaging mechanics like the grappling hook and a fun soundtrack.

The controls are clunky and unresponsive, making it difficult to navigate and perform actions accurately.
There are several bugs and glitches that disrupt gameplay, including issues with the camera and character movement.
The story delivery feels disjointed and lacks clarity, leaving players confused about objectives and plot progression.

music
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
57%
10%
The music in the game receives high praise for its emotional impact and fitting integration with the gameplay, with many users rating the soundtrack as a standout feature. However, some players find the music occasionally annoying, which detracts from their overall experience. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a strong asset, enhancing the game's atmosphere and narrative.
- “The minute I heard the music start playing in this game, I knew I was in for something interesting, different, and super emotional in terms of the story!”
- “Unique game design (it really is a combination of Mad Max and Zelda), interesting narrative, and great music could be enough for me to buy Gripper on release.”
- “Also, the soundtrack is 10/10.”
- “Something that annoyed me right from the very beginning was the music.”
- “Between the music and the hassle of trying to do anything in this game, I've had to stop playing.”
- “Sometimes the music is annoying.”
story
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
50%
21%
The game's story is perceived as intriguing but suffers from a disjointed delivery, primarily conveyed through voicework that leaves players feeling disconnected. While some find the emotional depth promising, others struggle to make sense of the narrative, suggesting that improvements in presentation could enhance player engagement in the full release. Overall, the potential for a compelling story exists, but its current execution is inconsistent.
- “The minute I heard the music start playing in this game, I knew I was in for something interesting, different, and super emotional in terms of the story!”
- “Story: told through voicework and some well-done animated cut scenes.”
- “With it just being spoken to you, I, as a player, feel disconnected from the story, like an outsider while the character we control should already know what we are told.”
- “The story of the game makes very little sense, at least to me.”
- “In this prologue, you get to explore a handful of areas, get a loose glimpse of the story, and experience some grapple-based combat.”
gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
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The gameplay in [i]gripper: prologue[/i] features a unique blend of driving and grappling mechanics, allowing players to interact with the environment by collecting water, manipulating objects, and battling bosses. However, many users find the controls to be inconsistent and frustrating, leading to a reliance on luck rather than skill to progress through levels. The game's artistic style and animated cutscenes are praised, but technical issues like clipping detract from the overall experience.
- “If you've seen the gameplay video above, you've got a pretty good idea of what to expect.”
- “[i]gripper: prologue[/i] has really cool Akira-esque animated cutscenes, a nice art style with evolving gameplay.”
- “Clipping is funny sometimes on your intro, but clipping during gameplay leaves you with no clue whatsoever about what you are doing.”
- “Gameplay: you drive a car around and use your grapple hook to collect water from cacti, grab and throw enemies or other objects, and rip mechanical parts off of bosses.”
- “Clipping is funny sometimes on your intro, but clipping during gameplay leaves you with no clue whatsoever about what you are doing.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The graphics in *Gripper: Prologue* are praised for their detailed environments and stylish, Akira-inspired animated cutscenes, contributing to an engaging atmosphere. Players appreciate the artistic design and the visual effects, such as the dust trail from vehicles, although some find the controls frustrating.
- “Graphics: a lot of detail has gone into the environment, the dust trail you weave behind your vehicle looks great.”
- “I really like the music, the graphics, and the atmosphere.”
- “[i]Gripper: Prologue[/i] has really cool Akira-esque animated cutscenes and a nice art style.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is often derived from amusing glitches, particularly clipping issues during both the intro and gameplay, which some players find entertaining. Overall, the game is considered kid-friendly and features a lighthearted tone, making it suitable for younger audiences.
- “Funny game, all kid-friendly; I think it's a great game for kids.”
- “Clipping is funny sometimes during your intro, but it can be confusing during gameplay.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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50%
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with users highlighting the impressive music and graphics that contribute to an immersive experience.
- “I really like the music, the graphics, and the atmosphere.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game's optimization appears to be primarily tailored for a top-down perspective, which may present challenges in addressing performance issues or adjustments for other viewpoints.
- “I assume that is hard to fix since the game is optimized for top down.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players consistently highlight the game's emotional depth, noting that the music sets a powerful tone that enhances the storytelling experience. The narrative is described as interesting and unique, contributing to a strong emotional impact throughout the gameplay.
- “The minute I heard the music start playing in this game, I knew I was in for something interesting, different, and incredibly emotional in terms of the story!”

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