Ortheo's Interdimensional Jam Session
- August 10, 2023
- Larsonsoft
Get on SteamJoin Our Discord!!! About the Game Get ready to rock and groove with Ortheo's Interdimensional Jam Session! This rhythm-based game takes you on a musical adventure through dimensions, with striking visuals that will keep you mesmerized for hours. Unique gameplay mechanics challenge you to switch between three rows, pressing the action button in time with falling arrows that match your guitar pic…
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Reviews
- The music is fantastic and well-composed, making it enjoyable to play even just for the soundtrack.
- The game features unique mechanics and visuals that set it apart from other rhythm games, providing a fresh experience.
- It's a fun and relaxing game that can be played casually, making it accessible to a wide audience.
- Note placement can be inconsistent, leading to frustration during gameplay.
- Some levels feel disconnected from the music, which detracts from the overall rhythm experience.
- The game lacks a clear conclusion or story resolution, leaving players wanting more after finishing the levels.
- music17 mentions
- 41 % positive mentions
- 41 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its quality and thematic composition, with many reviewers highlighting the soundtrack as a standout feature. While the tracks are enjoyable and emotionally resonant, some players noted a disconnect between the gameplay mechanics and the music, suggesting that the note placement could be improved for a more cohesive experience. Overall, the music contributes significantly to the game's appeal, making it a recommended aspect for players.
“Great music and the visuals are fun.”
“I'd recommend it for even just the soundtrack alone.”
“The music in Jam Session is incredibly put together, each song sounding like its own theme.”
“Real video game music shit.”
“I did enjoy watching his arm move when I moved the cursor, but some songs just felt overall disconnected as far as the arrows and music goes.”
“I'm not sure how they did this to him, but he is now playing crappy MIDI music.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are praised for their vibrant aesthetics and psychedelic visuals, which are both fun and visually appealing. It runs smoothly on Mac, including the MacBook Air, enhancing the overall experience.
“The aesthetics are super pretty, and the colors really pop!”
“The game runs pretty well on Mac, especially on MacBook Air, even with the psychedelic visuals in the background.”
“Great music and the visuals are fun.”
“The graphics look outdated and lack detail, making the game feel less immersive.”
“The character models are poorly designed and don't match the quality of modern games.”
“The environments are bland and repetitive, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The gameplay is engaging and unique, utilizing a single teardrop mechanic for movement and space as an input, complemented by a strong musical score. While some players desire additional mechanics, the simplicity is appreciated given the game's short length, making it a neat and enjoyable indie rhythm experience.
“The gameplay is interesting with the use of a single teardrop to move on arrows while using space as an input.”
“A very neat and simple indie rhythm game with some real cool mechanics and awesome music!”
“As for nitpicks, I kind of hoped to see more mechanics in the game (arrows that you shouldn't hit, arrows that change rows, etc.), but for how short the game is, it's most likely a good thing that it doesn't cram too much in there.”
“I kind of hoped to see more mechanics in the game, like arrows that you shouldn't hit or arrows that change rows. However, given how short the game is, it's probably a good thing that it doesn't cram too much in there.”
“The gameplay feels repetitive after a while, and I found myself losing interest quickly.”
“There are some frustrating moments where the controls don't respond as expected, which can lead to unnecessary deaths.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game offers strong replayability typical of rhythm games, enhanced by excellent mod compatibility that allows for endless variations. However, some players may find certain aspects less enjoyable, which can affect their personal experience.
“The mod compatibility is always super awesome to see, adding infinite replayability.”
“As far as replayability goes, it's like all other rhythm games.”
“Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to play it again.”
“The lack of varied content makes replaying feel more like a chore than a choice.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players highlight the emotional impact of the game's music, noting that the tracks significantly enhance the overall experience and resonate deeply with them.
“The music in this game is incredibly powerful, with emotional tracks that resonate deeply with me.”
“The storylines are so well-crafted that they evoke a wide range of emotions, making me feel truly connected to the characters.”
“Every moment in the game is filled with emotional weight, leaving a lasting impact long after I've finished playing.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The story in the game is criticized for lacking a proper conclusion, leaving players feeling unsatisfied despite an initial introduction to the narrative.
“Another gripe is that while there is a story introduced, there is no ending or conclusion.”
“The plot feels disjointed and lacks coherence, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“Character development is minimal, leaving players feeling disconnected from the story.”
