PERMUTER
- July 4, 2024
- Toffee
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Reviews
- Fast-paced and addictive gameplay with a variety of builds and upgrade options that enhance replayability.
- Smooth controls and visuals, making for a satisfying experience, especially on harder difficulties.
- Short session lengths make it easy to pick up and play, with a competitive scoreboard system adding to the fun.
- Visuals can become cluttered in later stages, making it difficult to see what's happening.
- Occasional issues with keyboard and mouse input, though controller play is more reliable.
- Some players may find the game not challenging enough, as it is described as not difficult but not easy either.
- gameplay5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The gameplay is fast-paced and engaging, featuring simple mechanics that blend elements from bullet heaven games and autobattlers, allowing for creative power progression and item synergy. Players appreciate the satisfying interactions, enjoyable soundtrack, and well-designed menus, which enhance the overall experience. The upgrade paths offer variety, catering to different player preferences.
“Incredible game with a simple but fast-paced gameplay.”
“This game has very creative mechanics.”
“Gameplay is simple, reminiscent of various bullet heaven games, with the added power progression/item synergy found in autobattlers like Teamfight Tactics.”
“Highly satisfying to play (and push menu buttons eheh), nice music, nice upgrade paths (some preferences for a certain set of items over others but I guess it depends on your gameplay).”
- music4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its quality and suitability to the visuals, with a standout mention of Kubbi's contributions. Players find the soundtrack engaging and enjoyable, enhancing the overall gameplay experience, while the menu interactions are described as satisfying and reminiscent of other beloved games like Stardew Valley.
“Banger gameplay, banger soundtrack, and the menus and buttons are so nice they remind me of Stardew Valley!”
“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.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The 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 game offers accessibility options to help manage visual complexity. The visuals are complemented by a fitting soundtrack, enhancing the overall 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.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
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.
