Neodori Forever

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Neodori Forever is a rhythm game where players help fireflies reach their home by matching beats and patterns. With a variety of levels and fireflies to unlock, players can enjoy soothing music and a calming atmosphere. The game features a unique art style and simple mechanics, making it accessible for all ages.

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

80%

Audience ScoreBased on 55 reviews

graphics13 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

The game features a vibrant low-poly aesthetic and a catchy synthwave soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
Gameplay is simple yet addictive, with tight controls and randomly generated tracks that keep each race feeling fresh and engaging.
The game successfully captures the nostalgic feel of classic arcade racers while providing a modern twist, making it enjoyable for both casual and hardcore players.

The drifting mechanics are awkward and unresponsive, making it difficult to control the vehicle effectively during races.
There are significant issues with hitbox detection and the overall driving physics, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
The game lacks depth in terms of customization options and variety in gameplay modes, which may lead to a sense of repetitiveness over time.

graphics
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
46%
43%
11%
The graphics of "neodori forever" are characterized by a vibrant low-poly, pixel art aesthetic that evokes nostalgia for classic arcade racers from the '80s and '90s. While the visuals are praised for their charm and uniqueness, some players note that the retro style can occasionally hinder gameplay clarity, particularly in distinguishing between pickups and cars. Overall, the game's aesthetic, combined with a synthwave soundtrack, creates an engaging and joyful atmosphere that appeals to both fans of retro games and newcomers alike.
- “With its vibrant low-poly, pixelated art style, neodori forever stands out in a sea of modern racing games.”
- “Inspired by the iconic racers of the ‘80s and ‘90s, it combines the thrill of endless racing with vivid visuals and straightforward mechanics.”
- “Has awesome visuals, fun gameplay, and a killer synthwave soundtrack.”
- “It's not really retro other than the graphics; if any PS1 game had played like this, no one would have played it.”
- “Due to the pixelated graphics, distinguishing between pickups and cars can be difficult.”
- “Hopefully the dev is on this game because the only thing that's complete seems to be the aesthetic, which is pretty much the thing that made me buy the game.”
music
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
36%
14%
The music in the game is widely praised for its vibrant synthwave soundtrack, which complements the low poly aesthetic and enhances the overall joyful tone of the gameplay. While the audio quality and retro feel are highlighted as standout features, some players express disappointment over the limited number of tracks, which can detract from the sense of progression. Overall, the combination of engaging visuals and a catchy soundtrack creates a nostalgic and enjoyable experience, though some players desire more options for audio customization.
- “The low poly aesthetic and synthy soundtrack make for a joyful tone, and the arcade gameplay is simple (two buttons) and challenging (high speeds).”
- “Overall, the good outweighs the bad to round out into what makes a very nice time waster, chock-full of nostalgic style and smooth music.”
- “Has awesome visuals, fun gameplay and a killer synthwave soundtrack.”
- “Can't select resolution mode, can't choose 'windowed', no filters/shaders, as stated above, unable to make music louder or SFX quieter in-game, no controller/keyboard settings.”
- “-only 6 music tracks.”
- “I don't really have something to say about that except that maybe some players will need music and sound sliders to change the volume and other languages :)”
gameplay
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
37%
19%
The gameplay in "neodori forever" is characterized by its simple yet addictive mechanics, featuring a low poly aesthetic and a synthwave soundtrack that enhance the nostalgic racing experience. While the game offers challenging tracks and vibrant visuals, some players have noted issues with drift mechanics and occasional bugs that can detract from the overall enjoyment. Despite these minor drawbacks, it remains appealing for both casual and hardcore fans of arcade racing.
- “The low poly aesthetic and synthy soundtrack make for a joyful tone, and the arcade gameplay is simple (two buttons) and challenging (high speeds).”
- “Inspired by the iconic racers of the ‘80s and ‘90s, it combines the thrill of endless racing with vivid visuals and straightforward mechanics.”
- “It’s perfect for short bursts of gameplay or extended play sessions, thanks to its endlessly challenging tracks, diverse environments, and collectible elements.”
- “The drift mechanics are wonky as hell; it's better to just tap the button than actually drift.”
- “For a game that is all about going fast and drifting with zero other content to play, the only gameplay that is here is really boring.”
- “Minor gameplay issues and bugs, such as random item generation, sometimes there is only 1 gas tank for half a race, and sudden oncoming cars that can't always be seen clearly, leaving no time to react.”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
Neodori Forever offers strong replayability through its high-speed action, retro graphics, and an infinite mode that enhances the experience. While some players noted initial control issues, the game is generally more enjoyable with a controller, making it a solid choice for fans of arcade racing. Overall, it captures the essence of classic racing games while providing ample opportunities for repeated play.
- “With its high-speed action, retro graphics, and endlessly replayable tracks, Neodori Forever captures the thrill of classic arcade racing and breathes new life into it.”
- “After they fixed the pad issues, the game is much more playable; a pad game over keyboard definitely.”
- “Some replayability.”
- “There is also an infinite mode that adds a lot of replayability.”
- “[Replayability] (3/5)”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted by its amusing physics, particularly when cars crash and hilariously fly away before exploding. Players also enjoy the quirky and entertaining opponents, contributing to an overall lighthearted and fun atmosphere.
- “Great art style, great soundtrack, quite a few modes to play, interesting and funny opponents, and a variety of cars to choose from.”
- “The funny physics when you crash into cars, and they just fly away and then explode, adds a hilarious twist to the gameplay.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players noted that while the grinding aspect of collecting achievements and cars can become slightly tedious towards the end, it primarily occurs outside of the main campaigns, suggesting that the core gameplay remains engaging.
- “It only felt slightly dull towards the end when collecting all of the achievements and cars, as you will spend a decent amount of time grinding out coins, etc. This was outside of the main campaigns, though.”

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