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Positron

68%Game Brain Score
music, gameplay
graphics, story
100% User Score Based on 19 reviews

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Positron is a fast paced arcade style game inspired by the classic arcade games of the 80's. Battle against opponents in the Arena, navigate your way out of the Maze, and collect power-ups while avoiding your own trail in Snake. This modern update to these well known arcade classics combines bright 3D neon visuals, enhanced effects, and super smooth gameplay while enforcing the core game mecha…

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100%
Audience ScoreBased on 19 reviews
music4 positive mentions
  • The game features colorful 'Tron-like' graphics and smooth gameplay, creating an enjoyable visual experience.
  • It offers a nostalgic yet modern feel, with addictive gameplay that encourages players to improve their scores on the leaderboard.
  • The developers are actively working on updates and new modes, showing a commitment to enhancing the game over time.
  • Some levels can be frustrating due to a lack of maps and confusing reflections, making navigation challenging.
  • The music is often too loud, even at the lowest settings, which detracts from the overall experience.
  • The game may feel overpriced for its current content, especially considering it is still in early access.
  • music
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    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 vibrant 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
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's graphics are vibrant and reminiscent of a "tron-like" aesthetic, effectively complementing the gameplay and music. While the visuals are generally well-received, some players noted that reflections can occasionally create confusion regarding obstacles. Overall, the graphics are smooth and engaging, with suggestions for further enhancement through dynamic visual responses to the music and varied vehicle models.

    • “This is a cool little game with great graphics and music.”
    • “The visuals are convincing and the game is running smooth.”
    • “I love that it is surprisingly challenging even though the controls and premise are so simple and the visuals just work with the gameplay!”
    • “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).”
  • gameplay
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players appreciate the gameplay for its blend of simple controls and challenging mechanics, particularly in levels that test mechanical skill for speed runs. 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 ghost you so you could intersect your own trail.”
    • “I've liked the levels that require more mechanical skill to reach the fastest time, but not so much 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!”
  • optimization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game is well-optimized, running smoothly with minimal issues, and performs particularly well on the Steam Deck. Users express confidence that any minor bugs will be addressed promptly.

    • “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.”
  • stability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game is reported to be very stable, with users noting a smooth experience and 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

    The story evokes comparisons to iconic works like "Tron" and the VR missions from "Metal Gear Solid," suggesting a futuristic or technologically driven narrative that captivates players from the outset.

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