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Nirvana

95%Game Brain Score
gameplay, music
optimization, stability
95% User Score Based on 151 reviews

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"Nirvana" is a single-player Action game with exciting mechanics and a great soundtrack. Explore a mystical temple, battling corrupted creatures as Ari, a young earthling with unique powers after accidentally inheriting several entities' consciousnesses. Prepare for fast-paced, merciless Bullet Hell FPS gameplay, defeating progressively challenging enemies to reach and confront the God Raj.

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95%
Audience ScoreBased on 151 reviews
gameplay24 positive mentions
optimization2 negative mentions
  • The game features amazing movement mechanics and fluid gameplay, making it a joy to play.
  • Visually stunning with great graphics and an impressive soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
  • Despite its short length, the game is highly enjoyable and leaves players wanting more content in the future.
  • The game is very short, typically taking around 20-30 minutes to complete, which leaves players desiring a longer experience.
  • There are issues with audio settings and controls, including volume sliders that do not function properly and confusing key bindings.
  • Some players found the difficulty level to be too easy and the final boss underwhelming, indicating a need for more challenge.
  • gameplay
    33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is widely praised for its smoothness, fast-paced mechanics, and engaging movement, with many players enjoying the unique mechanics and graphics. However, a common critique is the game's short length, typically around 20-45 minutes, which leaves players wanting more. Despite some minor optimization issues and a few half-baked ideas, the overall experience is described as fun and thrilling, making it a worthwhile play, especially given its free availability.

    • “This honestly surprised the hell out of me, I genuinely enjoyed every last second of this game. It was beautiful graphically and the gameplay was smooth as hell too.”
    • “Nirvana is a thrilling, fast-paced game with incredible movement mechanics, exactly what I love in a video game!”
    • “The graphics are good, sound design is great, and the gameplay is on another level.”
    • “The gameplay is fast, but the lore was confusing.”
    • “It's a shame that there is only 20 minutes of gameplay.”
    • “The only gameplay annoyances I had were really with the weapons and how they handle.”
  • music
    18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many users praising its epic soundtracks that enhance the gameplay experience and create an immersive atmosphere. While some noted issues with volume levels, the overall consensus highlights the music as a standout feature, contributing to the game's dynamic and engaging feel.

    • “W game amazing soundtrack, really smooth gameplay, fast and fun movement and very good enemy attacks/design.”
    • “The music was awesome!!!”
    • “Soundtrack is surprisingly epic and good at getting you pumped and in the zone.”
    • “The only downside was the sound; even at the lowest setting, the music was blasting at full volume.”
    • “Music can be a little better though.”
    • “The story and voice acting really create the emotions and sense of immersion, but the music steals the show.”
  • graphics
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their beauty and high quality, with many users highlighting the smooth animations and dynamic environments. While some players noted the need for minor improvements, the overall visual presentation is considered top-notch and enhances the gameplay experience. Additionally, the game is accessible for lower-end PCs, allowing players to adjust settings without sacrificing visual quality significantly.

    • “This honestly surprised the hell out of me, I genuinely enjoyed every last second of this game. It was beautiful graphically and the gameplay was smooth as hell too.”
    • “The graphics were amazing, the movement felt so smooth, the combat is relatively simple but it works for this game thanks to the movement being so good.”
    • “The visuals and art are top notch.”
    • “The graphics need more improvement, especially in conjunction with the voice lines.”
    • “This game is playable on low-end PCs and laptops, but the graphics can be set to maximum.”
    • “There are a couple of half-baked ideas and mechanics here and there, but the graphics, animation, and presentation leave much to be desired.”
  • story
    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is generally well-received for its engaging and beautifully designed narrative, though many players note its brevity, with some completing it in under 35 minutes. While the storytelling and voice acting enhance immersion, some find the plot confusing and desire more background context. Overall, players express a wish for a longer, more developed storyline.

    • “Amazing game! I really wanted the story to go on longer since it is so much fun.”
    • “This was a very fun story, and although rather short, it was beautifully designed and worth playing.”
    • “The story and voice acting really create emotions and a sense of immersion, but the music steals the show.”
    • “Not much story, but it's a short game, so I didn't expect much from this aspect.”
    • “Sometimes the story is really confusing, and honestly, I don't know what it's trying to tell me because I don't understand anything in the story.”
    • “I would like there to be more background story for who exactly is talking to you and how... is it telepathy?”
  • optimization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game has some optimization issues, including bugs and glitches, particularly in the menu and controls design, which may hinder user experience. However, the overall concept and gameplay are well-received, indicating potential for improvement in optimization.

    • “A few optimization issues and bugs/glitches, but aside from that, nirvana is a really cool concept and the gameplay is tons of fun!”
    • “A few optimization issues and bugs/glitches...but aside from that, nirvana is a really cool concept and the gameplay is tons of fun!”
    • “Since these options also had names I believe are not in English, I am assuming this is a mistake in the menu/controls design and would recommend optimization for this part.”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, while players appreciate the cool concept and enjoyable gameplay of [b]nirvana[/b], they report several optimization issues, bugs, and glitches, particularly with buggy menus and unskippable cutscenes, which detract from the overall stability of the game.

    • “A few optimization issues and bugs/glitches... but aside from that, Nirvana is a really cool concept and the gameplay is tons of fun!”
    • “Movement feels amazing, but buggy menus and unskippable cutscenes are a minus, and the game is way too easy.”
  • monetization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users express concern that the monetization strategy may feel more like an advertisement for the full game rather than a standalone experience, suggesting a potential lack of value in the current offering.

    • “Please tell me this is just an advertisement for the full game.”
    • “The monetization model feels overly aggressive and detracts from the overall experience.”
    • “I can't enjoy the game when every few minutes I'm bombarded with prompts to spend money.”

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