In Between Games

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In Between Games is a single player casual action adventure game. It was developed by Alexandress and was released on January 26, 2018. It received neutral reviews from players.

In Between Games is a platform adventure game where you get trapped into your TV and you have to take the role of old classic platformer heroes in order to get out! This game is composed of three well known universes which come with an unique gameplay each!

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54%

Audience ScoreBased on 13 reviews

music2 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game features enjoyable music that enhances the overall experience.
It's a short and simple platformer that can be completed in about 30 to 45 minutes, making it a quick play.
Some players found the concept of combining elements from classic games like Mario, Mega Man, and Sonic to be a fun and engaging idea.

The controls are sluggish and floaty, leading to an unpleasant gameplay experience.
The graphics are of low quality, with a lack of options for customization or resolution adjustments.
The game is criticized for being a poor imitation of classic platformers, lacking originality and failing to meet the standards set by its inspirations.

gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
60%
The gameplay has been criticized for being a subpar imitation of classic platformers like Mario, Mega Man, and Sonic, suffering from poor control handling and frustrating mechanics. While it features three themed sets of levels, the overall experience is short and occasionally tedious, reflecting the developer's inexperience.
- “Some clones present updated or original graphics, an involving story, or exciting original new mechanics.”
- “So here’s the thing: if you decide to imitate a classic like Mario, Mega Man, or Sonic, your gameplay needs to be at least as good as those.”
- “[b]Gameplay:[/b] There are three sets of levels, each in the vein of a different theme: Mario, Mega Man, and Sonic.”
- “It's a woefully deficient ripoff with worse control handling and gameplay.”
- “The game itself is short and at times a little frustrating, with some tedious mechanics, but it's understandable being this the first game the developer has made!”
- “[b]Gameplay:[/b] there are three sets of levels, each in the vein of a different theme: Mario, Mega Man, and Sonic.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The graphics of the game have been criticized for relying on outdated retro pixel art, lacking options for resolution adjustment or customization. This has led to a perception of low quality, especially when compared to other titles that offer updated visuals or innovative mechanics.
- “Some clones present updated or original graphics, an involving story, or exciting original new mechanics.”
- “A choice was made to use obsolete, decades-old retro pixel art as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
- “There are no options to change the resolution for the game or customize the graphics settings.”
- “There is no way for gamers to try to improve the low-quality graphics.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story is criticized for being a lackluster imitation of classic games, featuring a thin and unoriginal plot where the protagonist, Alex, is transported into a video game world after his TV is struck by lightning. Overall, the narrative fails to engage, making the gameplay experience feel uninspired and derivative.
- “A lazy imitation of other original and classic games, mashed together with a paper-thin story to make something wholly unoriginal and frankly terrible to play.”
- “Some clones present updated or original graphics, an involving story, or exciting original new mechanics.”
- “The protagonist's name is Alex; his TV is struck by lightning, and he's sucked into the video game world.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with users reporting numerous bugs, poorly designed menus, and sluggish jumping mechanics in the "Mario" worlds, which detracts from the overall experience.
- “Very buggy; menus are very sloppy, and jumping is way too slow in the 'Mario' worlds.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
- “I experienced constant lag and frame drops, which ruined the overall experience.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game has received high praise from users, with many expressing their enjoyment of both the soundtrack and its integration with the art. Overall, it contributes significantly to the game's appeal.
- “Loved the music!”
- “I also have to say that I really enjoyed the art and music a lot.”