POLE VAULT

About

"POLE VAULT is a precision platformer starring a pole-vaulting newt on a mission to climb a massive tower. Control the end of your pole to time releases and stick landings on platform edges, maintaining speed with pogo bounces. Your performance is evaluated at the tower's peak, so aim for the top!"

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

100%

Audience ScoreBased on 20 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

The game features stunning visuals and a captivating atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.
Gameplay is simple to learn but offers a satisfying challenge, making it addictive and fun to play.
The innovative controls and dynamic music contribute to a unique and enjoyable climbing experience.

The level design is somewhat basic and lacks structure, which may detract from the overall gameplay experience.
Some players may find the pole control mechanics frustrating, particularly when it comes to accuracy.
The game could benefit from additional features, such as an endless mode or multiplayer options, for increased replayability.

gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity paired with a steep learning curve, offering a unique and enjoyable experience through innovative controls. Players find the mechanics challenging yet rewarding, all set against a visually stunning backdrop.
- “Gameplay is simple, but hard to master.”
- “Controls are incredibly innovative, which makes the gameplay really unique and fun to move around.”
- “It's a challenging mechanic in a beautiful atmosphere.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are consistently praised for their beauty and mesmerizing quality, with users noting that every aspect of the visual and audio experience is finely tuned and aesthetically pleasing.
- “The visuals and audio are beautiful and mesmerizing.”
- “Each part of the experience feels nicely tuned and aesthetically pleasing.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its captivating and beautiful atmosphere, which enhances the overall experience while providing a satisfying challenge. Players appreciate how the aesthetic elements complement the game's mechanics, creating an immersive environment.
- “Overall, the game offers a satisfying challenge while immersing you in a beautiful and captivating atmosphere.”
- “It's a challenging mechanic in a beautiful atmosphere.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is praised for its unique and vibrant quality, enhancing the gameplay experience. Players particularly enjoy the dynamic soundtrack that intensifies as they ascend, complementing the circular map design that facilitates smooth recovery after falls.
- “The music has a unique and vibrant feel to it.”
- “The dynamic music as you climb upwards is a nice touch, and the circular nature of the map allows smooth recovery upon falling down.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express a desire for enhanced replayability through the addition of an endless mode, suggesting that such a feature would significantly improve the game's longevity and enjoyment.
- “The game offers so many different paths and choices that I find myself coming back to explore new strategies and outcomes.”
- “Each playthrough feels unique due to the random events and character interactions, making it hard to put down!”
- “I would love to see an endless mode (even if just horizontal for distance) added for replayability, as well as some more newt-like sounds.”
- “I would love to see an endless mode (even if just horizontal for distance) added for replayability, as well as some more newt-like sounds.”