Inertia
- December 1, 2017
- Loneminded
- 3h median play time
Get on Steam"Inertia" is a single-player platformer game built around fluid free-running movement mechanics, featuring 48+ levels with increasing difficulties, global leaderboards, and level editor/creator with workshop support for community-made levels. Developed in Unreal Engine 4, it boasts outstanding visuals and phenomenal music, with support for both keyboard/mouse and controllers.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game is very affordable and offers great value for its price, making it accessible to a wide audience.
- The graphics are visually appealing, with a beautiful aesthetic and well-designed levels that enhance the gameplay experience.
- The movement mechanics, while challenging, provide a fun and engaging parkour experience that encourages players to improve their skills.
- The controls can be inconsistent and frustrating, with issues like unresponsive jumps and awkward wall-running mechanics that hinder gameplay.
- Some levels are poorly designed, leading to confusion about where to go and requiring trial and error to progress.
- The game lacks depth in its mechanics, making it feel shallow compared to other more polished parkour games.
- gameplay55 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 47 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The gameplay in the game is a mixed bag, with many players finding the movement mechanics, such as bhopping and sliding, enjoyable and satisfying, while others criticize the wall running and jumping mechanics as clunky and buggy. Despite its potential and appealing visuals, the game suffers from inconsistencies that can frustrate players, particularly those seeking a polished parkour experience. Overall, it offers fun gameplay for those willing to adapt, but significant mechanical issues detract from the experience.
“The mechanics are nice.”
“There are many interesting mechanics in the game, and with the power of a level editor, they can really shine.”
“The gameplay is fun and a good way to relax.”
“I feel like the hit blocks on where you're landing are off by a bit, but that's just me, I guess. Wall running is so janky that side of gameplay sucks.”
“It's a fun little prototype, but it has some major gameplay issues.”
“The gameplay is atrocious.”
- graphics39 mentions
- 69 % positive mentions
- 23 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising them as "amazing" and "stunning," highlighting the beautiful minimalist art style and effective use of ray tracing. However, others criticize the low-polygon retro assets and repetitive textures, suggesting a lack of creativity and effort in the visual design. Overall, while the graphics are well-polished and appealing to some, they may not meet the expectations of all players.
“The graphics are stunning; gameplay never gets old, I can spend hours trying to beat my time on a level.”
“Amazing graphics and ray tracing; I love how the walls look wet and the music is so good.”
“Cute little game with surprisingly nice graphics; chill vibes all around 9/10.”
“The primitive handful of just 1-2 grey textures plastered over every surface is a method that lazy devs often use to disguise their lack of talent or interest in doing the graphics properly, trying to disguise it under the name of 'art' or 'we made it look bad on purpose', which really isn't something gamers should have to put up with.”
“The graphics are too much RTX stuff for the same prototype textures in every level and require a pointlessly good computer to run.”
“The controls are poor, the graphics are okay, but everything kind of sucks.”
- music28 mentions
- 46 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its relaxing and atmospheric qualities, enhancing the overall experience with a chill and engaging soundtrack that suits the gameplay. While many players find the music to be a standout feature, some note that it can become repetitive over time. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a significant positive aspect, contributing to the game's nostalgic and immersive feel.
“The OST of this game is relaxing; I have nothing to say, but I like it!”
“This game brings back so much nostalgia while having a chill but intense soundtrack and a basic but engaging appearance.”
“The soundtrack is also great and relaxing.”
“The music really adds to the atmosphere but gets old relatively quickly.”
“Music's passable and so are the graphics, the level editor is a welcome addition too so for less than the price of a snack... it's alright.”
“The music cut out randomly and stayed off for a strangely long amount of time.”
- stability7 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is frequently criticized due to buggy movement mechanics, particularly in parkour elements like wall running and jumping, which detract from the overall experience. Users report that these issues, combined with poor level design and confusing controls, contribute to a mediocre gameplay experience. Despite its appealing concept and visuals, the game's mechanics are plagued by instability.
“Buggy movement, poor level design, and confusing controls are just a few reasons why this game is a mediocre parkour experience.”
“Buggy movement in a parkour game makes for a not-so-fun experience.”
“The concept is good, the game is gorgeous, but the mechanics are super buggy.”
- story5 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate that the game lacks a significant story, with multiple users noting the absence of narrative elements. Additionally, there are mentions of gameplay issues, such as buggy movements, which further detract from the overall experience.
“No story.”
“No story.”
“Buggy movements like Mirror's Edge with no story.”
- grinding3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be extremely time-consuming, often requiring significant dedication and effort to complete even basic tasks and challenges. Many feel that the extensive grinding can be overwhelming, likening it to needing a "second life" to manage the demands of the game.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“Those provided a lot of challenge, and I remember grinding for hours just to finish simple courses and achieve basic trick jumps.”
- atmosphere3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is enhanced by well-suited music and striking visuals, particularly the neon lighting, which creates a welcoming environment. However, some players feel that the music can become repetitive over time.
“The music suits the atmosphere really well.”
“The game looks incredible; the lighting from the neon beams in the levels is a great touch and makes the atmosphere really welcoming.”
“The music really adds to the atmosphere but gets old relatively quickly.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is marred by inconsistent mechanics that frustrate players, making it difficult to adapt to the controls and diminishing the overall experience. This inconsistency can lead to feelings of annoyance and hinder the emotional connection players may develop with the game.
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is perceived as quirky and unexpected, with players finding amusement in the circumstances surrounding their purchase decisions, such as using a malfunctioning credit card as a reason to try out a potentially "bad" game.
“Truth is, I bought this game because my credit card was acting funny, wasn't working, and I thought, 'Let's buy some random game to see if it doesn't work on Steam either.'”
- optimization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is well-optimized, providing a smooth visual experience and stable performance for players.
“Good game, the game looks and runs smoothly.”
