Overstep

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A future sport of two 3-robot teams, entertaining the crowd on super-funded arenas. Combine acrobatic tricks with weapon mastery. If you want high octane gameplay, look no further, tear through your enemies and earn the acclaim of the mega-corporations and fans around the world as you enter the arena. With highly mobile characters and weapons to suit all tastes, race through stunts earning Heat an…

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68%

Audience ScoreBased on 315 reviews

gameplay13 positive mentions

stability11 negative mentions

The game has a unique concept that combines fast-paced movement mechanics with shooting, reminiscent of games like Titanfall and Jet Set Radio.
The graphics and animations are visually appealing, and the movement feels fluid and enjoyable once you get the hang of it.
The developers are responsive and actively working on updates, showing promise for future improvements and content additions.

The game suffers from a lack of players, making it difficult to find matches, often resulting in long wait times or no games at all.
There are numerous bugs and issues, including a broken loading screen, unresponsive menus, and problems with matchmaking and controls.
The gameplay mechanics, particularly the scoring system and combat, feel unbalanced and poorly explained, leading to confusion and frustration for players.

gameplay
42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
62%
7%
The gameplay of the game is characterized by its fast-paced movement mechanics, including wall running and double jumping, which many players find fluid and enjoyable. However, there are significant concerns regarding the optimization of shooting mechanics and overall game stability, with some users experiencing issues like long loading times and difficulty finding matches. While the game shows promise with its unique concepts and responsive development team, it currently lacks polish and depth, leaving players wanting more from the core gameplay experience.
- “I think it's worth people's time; it has fun gameplay and is a very interesting concept for a game.”
- “The fluidity of the movement is spectacular, and gameplay is generally really fun.”
- “Awesome concept and great gameplay.”
- “This looks like one of those freeloader games you'd find on GameJolt that only show articles instead of gameplay. This game does not have a lot of things going for it, seeing as how I couldn't even get into a match with someone. Then again, I don't know what I expected.”
- “Game mechanics need a lot of improvement to achieve the type of smooth gameplay this game is aiming for.”
- “The game itself could prove itself as a good arena shooter with interesting features, yet the game, in its current state, is not really worth playing, except if you want to test out some of the game's mechanics.”
graphics
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
53%
29%
18%
The graphics of the game are generally described as good and visually appealing, with a colorful art style that adds charm, though some reviewers noted a lack of depth and originality, likening it to generic Unity or Unreal visuals. While many appreciated the overall quality and smoothness, issues such as lag, visual glitches, and the absence of detailed graphics options like v-sync were highlighted as drawbacks. Overall, the graphics are considered solid but not groundbreaking, with room for improvement, especially in animations and artistic uniqueness.
- “Graphics and the feel of motion is awesome!”
- “I'm extremely impressed by the graphics quality and overall performance, especially on such a limited staff.”
- “The animations are nice, the graphics are slick and visually appealing.”
- “I'm convinced that their graphics settings do nothing, and they lack a v-sync option, so as soon as I loaded in, I was treated to an incredibly laggy mess with tons of visual glitches.”
- “No vsync and other detailed graphics options.”
- “A 4.5 GB game, with substandard graphics, empty gameplay with in-game purchase items from $9.99 to $99.”
stability
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is currently a significant issue, with users reporting severe lag, visual glitches, and a buggy user interface that detracts from the overall experience. Despite some players acknowledging the potential for improvement through frequent patches, the persistent performance problems make it difficult to enjoy the game fully.
- “I'm convinced that their graphics settings do nothing, and they lack a v-sync option, so as soon as I loaded in, I was treated to an incredibly laggy mess with tons of visual glitches.”
- “Now, my computer isn't the best, so I expect this sort of thing from most games, but I was completely unable to pull a frame rate that wouldn't be measured in seconds per frame, and nothing I did fixed the visual glitches.”
- “Main menu freezes like hell!”
optimization
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
29%
43%
Overall, the game's optimization is a mixed bag; while some users praise the graphics quality and performance, many express concerns about poorly optimized mechanics, particularly the sliding move, which feels underdeveloped. Developers have acknowledged these issues and indicated that optimizations are forthcoming, suggesting potential improvements in future updates.
- “I'm extremely impressed by the graphics quality and overall performance, especially on such a limited staff.”
- “However, I've been told by the devs on the Discord server (join it) that optimizations are coming soon.”
- “I've heard of poor optimization, but this is just too far gone to be just that.”
- “It feels extremely under-baked at its current state and very poorly optimized.”
- “The mechanics are solid, but do need optimization, as they are basically what the game is all about.”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find grinding to be a core mechanic that allows for smooth movement along rails, but it is limited by a lack of diverse tricks, with only grinding and sliding available. The need for frequent weapon switching can feel tedious, and issues with hit detection add to the frustration. Despite these drawbacks, many users enjoy the initial fun of grinding and jumping, suggesting a learning curve that could lead to deeper engagement over time.
- “Then there is the problem you only have 2, count them, 2 tricks: grinding and sliding to mix up running and jumping (wall running on a wall is not a trick in my eyes, seeing that it is required to traverse the level).”
- “Wonky hit detection for just about every aspect, shooting and grinding especially.”
- “Grinding basically magnetizes your feet to a rail, then you slide along it.”
monetization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The monetization strategy has raised concerns among users, with fears that the game may turn into a cash grab due to its high-priced in-app purchases ranging from $9.99 to $99. Players feel that the presence of microtransactions in a game still in early access, combined with subpar graphics and gameplay, could jeopardize its success.
- “A 4.5 GB game with substandard graphics and empty gameplay, featuring in-game purchase items ranging from $9.99 to $99.”
- “Probably way too early access at this point, especially to have ludicrously expensive in-app purchases.”
- “Just an FYI, having microtransactions active and working but not most of the game is a quick way to kill your game before it begins.”
- “A 4.5 GB game, with substandard graphics, empty gameplay, with in-game purchase items ranging from $9.99 to $99.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
100%
The music in the game is generally considered acceptable, though it may not appeal to everyone's personal taste. Overall, it is described as an okay soundtrack.
- “The soundtrack is decent.”
- “The music is not my personal taste, but for what it is, it's okay.”
- “The soundtrack is just okay.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users find the humor in the game to be engaging and entertaining, particularly highlighting its amusing mini-games.
- “The humor in this game is absolutely hilarious, with clever jokes and witty dialogue that kept me laughing throughout.”
- “I love how the game incorporates humor into its gameplay; it makes even the toughest challenges feel lighthearted and fun.”
- “The quirky characters and their funny interactions add a delightful charm to the game, making every moment enjoyable.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
The "how to play" video primarily serves as a narrative overview of the game, providing insight into its plot rather than focusing on gameplay mechanics.
- “The 'how to play' video provided a compelling overview of the game's plot.”
- “The story is rich and immersive, drawing players into a world filled with intriguing characters and unexpected twists.”
- “I was captivated by the narrative; it kept me engaged from start to finish.”
- “The 'how to play' video was more of a plot summary than an actual guide on how to play the game.”
- “The story felt disjointed and lacked coherence, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “Character development was minimal, leaving me feeling disconnected from the narrative.”