PERMUTER

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PERMUTER is a single player action game. It was developed by Toffee and was released on July 4, 2024. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Permuter is a roguelike, bullet-hell game inspired by Pacifism Mode in Geometry Wars 3: Dimensions. Players control a ship, dodging enemies and buying upgrades with collected points to improve movement, defense, and weapons. Upgrades can be leveled up and synergized for unique boosts, making positioning crucial for survival and success.

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Single-Player

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Audience ScoreBased on 23 reviews

music6 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Permuter features snappy and addictive gameplay with tight, responsive controls that enhance the experience, especially in harder difficulties.
The game offers a variety of upgrade options and builds, providing significant replayability and customization for players.
Visually appealing with sharp geometric designs and a great soundtrack, the game is easy to pick up for short sessions, making it perfect for casual play.

The visuals can become cluttered in later stages, making it difficult to see what is happening during intense gameplay.
There have been occasional issues with keyboard and mouse input, although controller play seems to work smoothly.
Some players may find the game not challenging enough, as it is described as not difficult but not easy either.

gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity and fast-paced action, drawing inspiration from bullet heaven games while incorporating power progression and item synergy akin to autobattlers. Players appreciate the satisfying mechanics, enjoyable soundtrack, and well-designed menus, which enhance the overall experience. The upgrade paths offer variety, allowing for personal preferences in item selection.
- “Banger gameplay, banger soundtrack, and the menus and buttons are so nice they remind me of Stardew Valley!”
- “Gameplay is simple, reminiscent of various bullet heaven games, with the added power progression/item synergy found in autobattlers like Teamfight Tactics.”
- “Incredible game with a simple but fast-paced gameplay.”
- “This game has very creative mechanics.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised for its quality and suitability to the visuals, with many users noting it as a standout feature that enhances the overall experience. The soundtrack is described as "banger," contributing to a satisfying gameplay atmosphere, while the menu sounds are likened to the enjoyable audio feedback found in games like Stardew Valley. Overall, the music complements the gameplay and adds to the enjoyment of the game.
- “The music suits the visuals very well (kubbi is a great choice), and there is a good amount of, as the store description states, 'game-changing weapons'.”
- “Music is super cool, buttons very nice and clicky.”
- “Highly satisfying to play (and push menus buttons eheh), nice music, nice upgrade paths.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics are characterized by sharp, geometric visuals that are simple yet tasteful, though they can become cluttered in later stages, potentially obscuring gameplay. Fortunately, the inclusion of robust accessibility options helps mitigate this issue. The visuals are complemented by a fitting soundtrack, enhancing the overall aesthetic experience.
- “The visuals are very sharp and geometric, kept very simple but in an extremely tasteful way.”
- “The music suits the visuals very well (kubbi is a great choice), and there is a good amount of, as the store description states, 'game-changing weapons'.”
- “Sometimes the visuals can become cluttered in later stages of the game, making it hard to see what is happening; luckily, there are some great accessibility options in the menu to simplify all of the bells and whistles to make this easier.”
- “Sometimes the visuals can become cluttered in later stages of the game, making it hard to see what is happening. Luckily, there are some great accessibility options in the menu to simplify all of the bells and whistles to make this easier.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story emphasizes themes of camaraderie and teamwork, highlighting the importance of friendship in achieving goals. Players are encouraged to embrace unique strategies, such as the "full spawny bois build," to enhance their experience.