Prompt
- July 6, 2015
- foxel_
Get on Steam"Prompt" is a challenging retro-style hardcore platformer with minimalist 1-bit graphics, featuring precise double jumping, simulated gravity, and moving platform physics. Each level offers a new challenge, and a full level editor allows you to create and share custom stages with friends. Its exceptional music is by Matt Simmonds, available at his bandcamp page.
Reviews
- The game features well-built physics and tight mechanics, making for a fun and challenging platforming experience.
- The minimalist art style and amazing soundtrack contribute to an enjoyable atmosphere.
- The game offers high replay value with achievements and collectibles, appealing to speedrunners and completionists.
- Inconsistent level design and frustrating difficulty spikes can detract from the overall enjoyment.
- Many players experienced issues with controller compatibility, making gameplay less enjoyable for those who prefer gamepads.
- The game is relatively short, and some feel it may not provide enough content for its price.
- music9 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 11 % neutral mentions
- 22 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received praise for its quality and aesthetic appeal, with many reviewers highlighting it as a standout feature that enhances the overall experience. However, opinions are divided, as some players find the music annoying, suggesting a subjective reception. Overall, the soundtrack is described as relaxing and well-crafted, complementing the game's visuals and gameplay.
“Another aesthetic plus is the music by 4mat: it's better than good (though the tracklist is too limited).”
“Visuals are simple but stylish, the soundtrack is simply amazing.”
“The music is quite nice as well and the levels are well crafted and increasingly hard.”
“Someone else in the reviews mentioned they found the music annoying, so keep that in mind.”
“Music is very relaxing (in some weird way).”
- graphics6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are described as simple yet stylish, with a retro aesthetic that appeals to many players. While some users appreciate the cute art style and fluid controls, others note the limited visual elements, such as being reduced to a small white pylon. Overall, the visuals complement the game's enjoyable soundtrack and gameplay.
“Visuals are simple but stylish, the soundtrack is simply amazing.”
“The retro aesthetics are quite nice but I turned off the effects for better competitive play.”
“Great art style and very fluid controls.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally well-received, with tight mechanics that enhance the experience, making it one of the best in its genre. However, some users found the gameplay to be merely satisfactory for the time they engaged with it.
“17 minutes of gameplay, still a good game for what it's offering.”
“Mechanics tight as a drum, and absolutely one of the best games of its type.”
“But the gameplay was okay for what I played.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 200 % positive mentions
- -400 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game boasts high replayability due to its numerous achievements and hidden easter eggs, encouraging players to revisit and explore different aspects of the gameplay.
“Every playthrough feels fresh due to the variety of choices and outcomes.”
“The game offers multiple paths and endings, encouraging you to explore different strategies.”
“The replay value is high; it has achievements and Easter eggs.”
“Once you complete the game, there’s little incentive to play it again.”
“The lack of varied outcomes makes replaying feel tedious.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that poor optimization can lead to player frustration, which in turn negatively impacts overall performance in the game.
“The optimization features in this game really enhance the overall experience, allowing for smoother gameplay.”
“I love how the game allows you to fine-tune settings for the best performance on your system.”
“The ability to optimize graphics and controls makes a significant difference in how enjoyable the game is.”
“The game runs poorly on even high-end hardware, making it frustrating to play.”
“I constantly experience lag and stuttering, which ruins the overall experience.”
“The optimization is so bad that I can't enjoy the game, regardless of the settings I choose.”
