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Necrosphere

Overall, Necrosphere Deluxe is a mostly entertaining game that offers up a good challenge, but throws itself over the fine line of difficulty with its two-button control gimmick.
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82%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
89% User Score Based on 98 reviews
Critic Score 70%Based on 5 reviews

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About Necrosphere

Necrosphere is a single player platformer game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Cat Nigiri and was released on September 1, 2017. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

A full-blown adventure played with only two buttons. Become the recently deceased agent Terry Cooper and escape the underworld while facing the toughest, meanest and most difficult obstacles ever devised.

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89%Audience ScoreBased on 98 reviews
gameplay7 positive mentions
grinding3 negative mentions
  • The game features impressive level design that challenges players while providing a satisfying sense of accomplishment.
  • The unique two-button control scheme adds an interesting twist to the gameplay, making it both simple and challenging.
  • The game is addictive and rewarding, with a well-paced difficulty curve that keeps players engaged throughout.
  • The dash mechanic can be frustrating and unreliable, often leading to unnecessary deaths due to its inconsistent execution.
  • The lack of a map and clear navigation can make it difficult for players to progress, resulting in aimless backtracking.
  • The two-button control scheme, while innovative, can become cumbersome and lead to discomfort during extended play sessions.

  • gameplay

    25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    28% positive mentions, 60% neutral mentions, 12% negative mentions

    The gameplay of Necrosphere is characterized by its innovative two-button control scheme, which offers a unique and challenging experience as players navigate through cleverly designed levels. While the simplicity of the controls adds to the game's charm, the lack of a map and the need for precise execution can lead to frustrating backtracking and difficulty, particularly with certain mechanics like the jetpack. Overall, the game is praised for its engaging mechanics and soundtrack, though some players find the controls clunky and the gameplay loop occasionally tedious.

    • “The developers took only 2 buttons and pushed it to the extreme, adding certain game mechanics after certain game progress to keep it fresh and challenging!”
    • “Necrosphere’s standout gameplay feature is its uniquely constrained control scheme.”
    • “The gameplay is really simple and challenging; the music is great. It's a small gem that needs to be played!”
    • “The absence of a map forces the player to aimlessly backtrack in search of the next place they are supposed to go, tediously breaking up the core gameplay loop.”
    • “It's physically painful to play on controller, and even with a mechanical keyboard, the repetitive double-tapping becomes a wearing chore.”
    • “The horrible control mechanic of the jetpack takes all the fun away.”

  • music

    22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    73% positive mentions, 13% neutral mentions, 14% negative mentions

    The music in the game is consistently praised as amazing and immersive, enhancing the overall experience with its catchy and emotional tracks. Many reviewers highlight the soundtrack's ability to evoke feelings and complement the gameplay, making it a standout feature alongside solid level design. Overall, the music is described as a significant asset that adds depth and enjoyment to the game.

    • “The soundtrack is amazing.”
    • “The level design is flawless, the music is great, and the graphics do what they need to do.”
    • “The soundtrack is another rare gem, every song is immersive and brings up some kind of emotion.”
    • “Most of the time the music is fine.”
    • “Visually it's okay, not great but serviceable, and the soundtrack's pretty solid too.”
    • “It is the mix of Super Meat Boy and Metroidvania that you never knew you wanted; the two-button controls make it very unique, and it has a killer soundtrack to boot.”

  • graphics

    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    67% positive mentions, 8% neutral mentions, 25% negative mentions

    The graphics of the game are described as retro and pixelated, evoking nostalgia for older titles, though they may lack the detail and memorability of modern visuals. While some reviewers find the graphics tidy and fitting for the gameplay, others note that they do not significantly enhance the experience, with the level design and music being more standout features. Overall, the graphics serve their purpose but are not the main draw of the game.

    • “The level design is flawless, the music is great, and the graphics do what they need to do.”
    • “The graphics are both attractive and keep the level design 'readable'.”
    • “I am old enough to remember games like this when these graphics would be state of the art.”
    • “Different sections of the map at least feature different background colors, but the pixel graphics and retro color palette offer little help in the form of memorable landmarks for getting your bearings, even within these distinct zones.”
    • “The graphics are not too hot.”

  • story

    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    33% positive mentions, 34% neutral mentions, 33% negative mentions

    The game's story is generally viewed as minimal and not the primary draw for players, with some finding it quirky and intriguing despite its tonal inconsistencies and a lackluster ending. While it may not be groundbreaking, the presentation and the challenge of the gameplay enhance the overall experience, making it enjoyable for those who appreciate the journey rather than the narrative itself.

    • “It's amazing how much they managed to do with 2 buttons and a quirky little story.”
    • “The story is intriguing and each the game is satisfying for people that try hard to pass every situation!”
    • “The mysterious story and the fantastic presentation really rounded this game into a full and special experience like no other.”
    • “In the end, the initially lighthearted story is wrapped up with a bizarre and tonally inconsistent ending that felt like a poor reward for my efforts, suitably mirroring the shift in gameplay.”
    • “The story is nothing to write home about; I didn't buy it for the story, so this one doesn't bother me much.”
    • “It took me around 4 hours to complete the main story, and according to the credits, I died 1200+ times trying.”

  • humor

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The humor in the game is described as quirky and reminiscent of "Environmental Station Alpha," with a colorful presentation and amusing notes that enhance the experience. Players find it entertaining both to play and to watch, often leading to laughter over the challenges and mishaps encountered.

    • “It reminds me of Environmental Station Alpha with a weirder sense of humor.”
    • “Colors are good, notes are funny. I'll be ages before I can get past the puzzle I'm stuck on with my awful hands, but I had a ton of fun the whole time.”
    • “Fun to play and watch, since my girlfriend couldn't stop laughing at my thousands of deaths.”

  • grinding

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    Players find that the lack of a map leads to aimless backtracking, which disrupts the core gameplay loop and makes the grinding experience feel tedious and frustrating.

    • “The absence of a map forces the player to aimlessly backtrack in search of the next place they are supposed to go, tediously breaking up the core gameplay loop.”
    • “Grinding feels like a never-ending chore, where progress is painfully slow and rewards are minimal.”
    • “The repetitive nature of grinding makes the game feel more like a job than an enjoyable experience.”

  • atmosphere

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its immersive quality, achieved through stunning visuals and an engaging sound design that draws players into the experience.

    • “The visuals and sound create an immersive atmosphere.”
    • “The game's atmosphere is hauntingly beautiful, drawing you into its world.”
    • “Every detail contributes to a rich and captivating atmosphere that keeps you engaged.”
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70%Critics’ scoreBased on 5 critic reviews
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Necrosphere is a platformer game with science fiction theme. Common tags for Necrosphere include science, indie, precision platformer, trading, 2d and others.

Necrosphere is available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Steam Deck, iPhone and others.

Necrosphere was released on September 1, 2017.

Necrosphere was developed by Cat Nigiri.

Necrosphere has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked Necrosphere for its gameplay but disliked it for its story.

Necrosphere is a single player game.

Similar games include VVVVVV, Little Meatmo, You Have to Win the Game, Micro Platformer, Unbound:Worlds Apart and others.