oO
- July 6, 2015
- Maciej Targoni
- 1h median play time
Get on Steam"oO" is a hardcore arcade game with single-player mode, featuring updated graphics, better performance, and bug fixes in its latest version. The game offers exciting gameplay, pretty visuals, and stellar music, providing an engaging experience for players. Playing the earlier version on Kongregate is free, but purchasing it supports the developer and encourages the creation of more games.
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Reviews
- The game offers a unique and challenging gameplay experience that is both addictive and satisfying, especially for those who enjoy high-speed reflex games.
- It's very affordable, providing good value for the amount of entertainment and challenge it offers.
- The minimalist design and engaging soundtrack enhance the overall experience, making it enjoyable despite its difficulty.
- The difficulty spikes significantly, especially in later levels, which can lead to frustration and a sense of unfairness for many players.
- Some players experience input lag and control issues, which can detract from the precision required to succeed in the game.
- The game is quite short, with only a few levels and modes, which may leave players wanting more content after completing it.
- music28 mentions
- 64 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the energetic and immersive soundtrack that enhances gameplay, particularly in endless mode. While some describe the music as great and fitting, others find it mediocre or flat, suggesting it may not appeal to everyone. Overall, the soundtrack contributes positively to the game's atmosphere, though opinions on its quality vary.
“The endless mode is really fun! I like how the sounds and music get faster and higher-pitched as you go, as well as spinning faster; it adds an extra intensity.”
“Great music, good art, interesting concept.”
“In summary: great soundtrack, wonderful and imaginative stages, and that something that keeps you coming back for more painful pleasure.”
“The soundtrack is mediocre and the visuals are simple yet pleasing.”
“The concept is as simple as the graphics and the music in this game.”
“The music is too 'flat' for me, though in general the game is pretty well-done.”
- gameplay28 mentions
- 32 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its simple yet challenging mechanics, focusing on fast-paced, timing-based actions that test players' reflexes. While many find the arcade-style experience enjoyable and addictive, some players express frustration with its difficulty and repetitive nature, leading to mixed feelings about its long-term appeal. Overall, it offers a minimalist design that can be both satisfying and maddening, depending on individual player preferences.
“Short, sweet, arcade-y game that gets you moving tangentially between circles with fixed pattern cycles and nice gameplay.”
“For its simplicity, I feel like I'm getting well more than my money's worth in gameplay experience.”
“The game is simple, the controls are snappy, the fast gameplay leaves hardly any margin for error, and that makes the completion of the levels all the more satisfying.”
“It reminds me of mobile games, with controls that are suited for touch, simple goals, and repetitive gameplay.”
“It doesn't take long for things to start to feel mindless, and this is not the kind of game where mindless gameplay will get you anywhere.”
“Gameplay is minimalist, unique enough and easy on the senses.”
- graphics13 mentions
- 54 % positive mentions
- 23 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the simple yet beautiful visuals that complement the gameplay, while others criticize the lack of resolution options and graphical tweaks typical for PC games. Overall, the visuals are described as pleasing but not particularly impressive, with a minimalist style that may not satisfy all players.
“Good visuals”
“Amazing graphics”
“Simple, beautiful graphics, and gameplay.”
“There's no option to change the resolution and no useful graphics tweaks.”
“Considering this is being evaluated as a PC game, having the graphics phoned in like this isn't going to result in a high quality, visually impressive game that PC gamers are used to seeing.”
“And then it will break you again as you play the same level a second time, all the while wondering: are the graphics wobbling drunkenly or is that just my own rage-fueled delirium?”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by its wobbly mode and the amusing reactions to player failures, suggesting that the challenge of mastering levels adds to the comedic experience. Players find their own incompetence and the negative feedback from others to be particularly entertaining.
“Wobbly mode is funny, and knowing levels/patterns is even more key to that, but I haven't played much of that yet as of writing this review.”
“It's funny seeing negative reactions/reviews for this game as it's clearly just people who couldn't pass a certain level or just couldn't get going at all.”
“My incompetence is hilarious.”
- story3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The game's story is minimal and open to interpretation, leaving players to speculate on the motivations of the characters, which some find frustrating. While it effectively evokes feelings of helplessness and despair, the lack of a clear narrative may lead to a chaotic experience that can provoke strong emotional reactions.
“It does a great job at delivering what it promised, creating a feeling of helplessness and despair that many triple-A atmospheric story-driven games can only dream of.”
“The story is so intense that it can evoke strong emotions, making you feel like you're on the edge of your seat the entire time.”
“There is no story; why these white dots just want to get to the other side is up to ourselves to speculate.”
“Which means it does a great job at delivering what it promised, so if you hate yourself, I definitely can recommend it, because it can deliver such a feeling of helplessness and despair that many triple-A atmospheric story-driven games can only dream of.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users generally find the grinding aspect tedious and unenjoyable, leading to a lack of recommendation for the game.
“I found it tedious and did not enjoy it.”
“I don't really recommend this because I found it tedious.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant performance issues that hinder playability, which detracts from the overall experience. Additionally, the absence of a leaderboard limits competitive engagement among players.
“This is exactly the kind of game I'd love, but the performance issues are too severe to be playable.”
“And there's no leaderboard to compare your performance with other players.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by a touching plot that resonates deeply with players, evoking feelings of warmth and connection. Many users find the experience wholesome, contributing to a strong emotional engagement throughout the gameplay.
“Great touching plot”
“Wholesome moments that evoke deep emotions”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization of "oo" has been criticized as a cash grab, with users noting that it feels like a mobile app poorly adapted for PC rather than a genuine game. The simplistic gameplay and lack of depth further contribute to the perception of exploitation by the developers.
“This game feels like a cash grab from greedy mobile developers, as it has been dumped on Steam without any real effort to adapt it for PC. It's just a simple, shallow one-button action game.”
“The monetization strategy is frustrating, as it seems designed solely to extract money from players rather than provide a fair gaming experience.”
“It's disappointing to see a game that could have potential being ruined by aggressive monetization tactics that prioritize profit over player enjoyment.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its ability to evoke intense feelings of helplessness and despair, surpassing many triple-A titles in delivering a deeply immersive experience. It effectively fulfills its promise of creating a haunting and oppressive environment that resonates with players.
“The game does a great job at delivering what it promised, creating a feeling of helplessness and despair that many triple-A atmospheric story-driven games can only dream of.”
“The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, pulling you into a world that feels both haunting and beautiful.”
“Every sound and visual detail contributes to a sense of tension and unease, making the experience unforgettable.”
- character development1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features stellar character development, with well-crafted arcs that allow players to connect deeply with the characters and witness their growth throughout the story.
“The character development in this game is stellar, with each character evolving in meaningful ways throughout the story.”
“I was genuinely impressed by how the characters grew and changed based on the choices I made, making the experience feel personal and immersive.”
“The depth of the characters and their backstories adds a rich layer to the gameplay, making every interaction feel significant.”
