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probability 0 is a single player platformer game with a horror theme. It was developed by droqen and was released on June 12, 2014. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Probability 0 is a downward-scrolling infinite arcade platformer. There are a million ways to fight for survival. Descend: as you combat the darkness, improve yourself. Build yourself up as a star-thrower or a teleporting menace. Learn to traverse the pit's many dangers, from threatening monsters to unforgiving gravity. Walk across spikes that once frightened you. Punch through walls that would ha…

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78%Audience ScoreBased on 58 reviews

music10 positive mentions

Engaging blend of platforming and roguelike elements with a deeply rewarding skill tree and upgrades that significantly impact gameplay.
Unique and atmospheric aesthetic complemented by an excellent, fitting soundtrack that enhances the game's eerie and challenging vibe.
High replayability due to procedurally generated levels, evolving enemy variety, and multiple game modes offering different challenges.

Lacks native controller support and has fiddly keyboard controls, making some maneuvers and combat frustrating to perform.
Some design choices in upgrades and difficulty progression feel restrictive or unfair, with early weakness and punishing fall damage contributing to player frustration.
Minimalistic visuals and repetitive level design might not appeal to everyone, and the game's price and lack of additional features like leaderboards or multiplayer may limit its appeal.

music
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45% positive mentions, 41% neutral mentions, 14% negative mentions
The game's music is widely praised for its immersive, intense, and atmospheric soundtrack that perfectly complements the dark, surreal aesthetic and gameplay tension. It dynamically reacts to player health, enhancing the experience with escalating intensity and memorable, catchy tracks that linger with players long after playing. Although some wish for more variety, the existing music is considered a standout, integral aspect of the game's appeal.
- “Years later, the music, vibe, and feel of this game are all still great.”
- “It's a clever touch that really supports the surreal, striking feel of the game you get from the stark graphics and steady, low-fi soundtrack.”
- “The soundtrack aligns perfectly and feels dark and ominous for something so 8-bit and catchy, fitting with the mood of the game just right.”
- “You have no way of determining your health aside from the intensity of the music, and, if it's really low, the color of your eyes.”
- “My only real regret is that it doesn't have more variety of music, but that's not such a big deal, as the music that it does have totally fits the action.”
- “Is it the song of the valkyrie coming to take you to valhalla, perhaps, or the grating sound of hell's gates swinging wide in front of you?”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43% positive mentions, 28% neutral mentions, 29% negative mentions
The game features simple, stark pixel graphics that contribute to its surreal and striking aesthetic, which many players find charming and well-designed. However, the minimalist style may not appeal to everyone, with some users criticizing the graphics as poor. Overall, the visuals effectively support the game's unique atmosphere.
- “It's a clever touch that really supports the surreal, striking feel of the game you get from the stark graphics and steady, low-fi soundtrack.”
- “The game's real charm comes from its aesthetic.”
- “It features simple pixel graphics with a soundtrack that pulses and screams as you get closer to death.”
- “Terrible graphics, terrible controls.”
- “I personally like the graphics, but it might not appeal to all.”
gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43% positive mentions, 14% neutral mentions, 43% negative mentions
The gameplay is straightforward and challenging, blending simple mechanics with roguelite elements for high replayability. However, some users find the combat frustrating and certain mechanics feel unfair, limiting variety despite upgrade options. Overall, it's tough to master but offers an engaging core experience.
- “The gameplay is very simple, but tough to master.”
- “The gameplay is straightforward, so I'm skipping to the nitty-gritty.”
- “From the mind behind Starseed Pilgrim, Probability 0 takes the straightforward yet challenging run n' jump gameplay of platformers like VVVVVV and stirs the formula up by applying the dynamically randomized levels, skills, and enemies of the roguelite genre (Spelunky, Risk of Rain) for an end result that is infinitely replayable and impossible to master.”
- “It's a mechanic only put in to make you want to buy that upgrade.”
- “Despite the advancement options, there's not much variety of gameplay to use them on.”
- “It's just that the combat, which is sort of essential to the gameplay, feels really bad.”
replayability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50% positive mentions, 50% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The game offers extensive replayability through its randomized levels, branching skill tree, and roguelite elements, providing virtually infinite variety and challenge. Players frequently highlight its fun factor and dynamic gameplay as key contributors to its high replay value.
- “So the replay value of this game seems practically infinite.”
- “From the mind behind Starseed Pilgrim, Probability 0 takes the straightforward yet challenging run n' jump gameplay of platformers like VVVVVV and stirs the formula up by applying dynamically randomized levels, skills, and enemies of the roguelite genre (Spelunky, Risk of Rain) for an end result that is infinitely replayable and impossible to master.”
- “With its branching skill tree and randomized levels, the game has much replay value.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
0% positive mentions, 100% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The story in Probability 0 is straightforward and concise, focusing on the player's mission to reach the bottom. It provides a clear objective without additional narrative complexity.
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The emotional aspect is characterized by a sense of unpredictability and vulnerability, as interactions can lead to unexpected setbacks and heightened risk from surrounding dangers.
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The game features a simple yet abstract visual style that creates an eerie, horror-inspired atmosphere, effectively enhancing the overall experience.
- “The game has a simple but abstract and almost horror look with a great atmosphere.”