Positron

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Positron is a single player casual racing game. It was developed by Retroburn and was released on November 21, 2024. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Positron is a fast-paced arcade game blending classic 80's inspirations like Tron and Tempest with vibrant 3D neon visuals. Players can battle A.I. or friends in arena deathmatches, navigate challenging mazes against the clock, and collect power-ups while surviving in a Snake-inspired mode. It offers smooth gameplay across varied, engaging modes.

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Audience ScoreBased on 22 reviews

music4 positive mentions

The game features a smooth and addictive gameplay experience with a Tron-inspired aesthetic that appeals to fans of retro visuals.
It offers a variety of levels and modes, including a fun maze mode that challenges players to improve their times and navigate without a map.
The game runs well on multiple platforms, including Linux and Steam Deck, and is praised for its quality and bug-free performance.

Some players find the music too loud, even at the lowest settings, and there are requests for an options menu to adjust audio levels.
The maze levels can be frustrating due to their length and lack of maps, leading to potential dead ends that can hinder progress.
While the game is enjoyable, some reviewers feel it is overpriced for its current content, especially given that it is still in Early Access.

music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally praised for its quality and how well it complements the visuals, creating an enjoyable atmosphere reminiscent of retro games. However, several users have noted that the music is excessively loud, even at the lowest settings, and have suggested the addition of visual elements that react to the music to enhance the overall experience. Despite these concerns, the soundtrack is appreciated for its engaging and relaxing qualities.
- “This is a cool little game with great graphics and music.”
- “So many lovely details, the way the trails seep into the ground when you reset, the reflections, the synth music, the colors that seem to become more and more vibrant the closer you get.”
- “The music works so well with the visuals of the game; I feel like it might add even more visual appeal if the game visually reacts to the music (like retro audio waveform visualizers).”
- “The music is too loud, even on the lowest setting, despite the recent update that added settings.”
- “The music works well with the visuals of the game, but it would be even more appealing if the game visually reacted to the music, like retro audio waveform visualizers.”
- “The music is enjoyable, but it can be overwhelming at times, detracting from the overall experience.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics are praised for their colorful, Tron-inspired aesthetic that enhances the addictive gameplay, with smooth performance and a strong synergy with the music. While the visuals are generally well-received, some players noted that reflections can occasionally create confusion regarding obstacles. Suggestions for improvement include adding varied vehicle models and visual elements that react to the music for an even more immersive experience.
- “The game has some colorful 'tron-like' graphics that do the job.”
- “This is a cool little game with great graphics and music.”
- “The visuals are convincing and the game is running smooth.”
- “The game has some colorful 'tron-like' graphics that 'do the job'.”
- “The visuals are convincing, and the game is running smoothly.”
- “I feel like it might add even more visual appeal if the game visually reacts to the music (like retro audio waveform visualizers).”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is highly optimized, running smoothly on Linux and performing well on the Steam Deck, with users reporting minimal bugs that are expected to be quickly addressed. Overall, it delivers a seamless experience across different platforms.
- “Runs butter smooth on my Linux PC (Cachyos). I dual boot Windows, so I will try that as well just to compare performance.”
- “The game plays well, runs smoothly, and I have no doubt that the couple of bugs I experienced will be corrected quickly.”
- “Works perfectly on the Steam Deck; very well optimized.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the gameplay for its blend of simple controls and challenging mechanics, particularly enjoying levels that test their skills for faster completion times. However, some express frustration with levels that can lead to dead ends, suggesting that introducing new mechanics like portals or speed boosts could enhance the experience as the game progresses.
- “I love that it is surprisingly challenging even though the controls and premise are so simple, and the visuals just work with the gameplay!”
- “As the number of levels increases, it could help to introduce interesting mechanics to add more spice to the gameplay, like portals, speed-up ramps, or pickups that temporarily make you invisible so you can intersect your own trail.”
- “I've liked the levels that require more mechanical skill to reach the fastest time; however, I'm not as fond of the levels that can lead you into a dead end 20-30+ seconds in.”
- “I've liked the levels that require more mechanical skill to reach the fastest time, not so much the levels that can lead you into a dead end 20-30+ seconds in.”
- “I love that it is surprisingly challenging even though the controls and premise are so simple and the visuals just work with the gameplay!”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, users report that the game is very stable, running smoothly with minimal bugs.
- “The game itself is very smooth and bug-free.”
- “I haven't encountered any crashes or major glitches, which makes for a seamless experience.”
- “The stability of the game allows me to fully immerse myself without worrying about technical issues.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story evokes comparisons to iconic works like "Tron" and the VR missions from "Metal Gear Solid," suggesting a futuristic or technologically driven narrative. However, the limited playtime indicates that the depth and development of the story may not be fully explored yet.