Radium

About

"Radium" is a single-player action game offering around 8 hours of playtime, with physics-based gameplay and unique tractor beam controls. The game features 130 levels of increasing difficulty and a polarization change mechanic that challenges you to navigate the ball through levels, collecting tokens and avoiding obstacles. The game emphasizes minimalism with its simple interface and automatic zoom and scroll functions.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

86%

Audience ScoreBased on 51 reviews

music3 negative mentions

Radium features a unique and well-designed mechanic that allows for smooth ball movement and intuitive controls, making it enjoyable to play.
The game offers a challenging experience with a variety of levels that require skill and mastery, providing a rewarding sense of accomplishment.
It's a simple yet addictive puzzle game that can be played in short bursts, making it perfect for casual gaming sessions.

The game lacks a narrative, music, and engaging visuals, which can make the experience feel bland and uninteresting over time.
Progression can be frustrating as players must achieve specific time limits to unlock new levels, which may deter those who prefer a more relaxed gaming experience.
Some levels are poorly designed, leading to excessive retries and a sense of tedium, especially when the game requires near-perfect execution to succeed.

gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
25%
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The gameplay is highly praised for its focus on engaging mechanics without unnecessary distractions, introducing them early and utilizing them creatively throughout. Players appreciate the balance of simplicity and challenge, noting that the variety of mechanics keeps the experience entertaining for around 8 hours. Overall, the gameplay is considered interesting and well-executed.
- “Absolutely love the main mechanic in this game.”
- “It also introduces all of the mechanics early on and does a good job at using them in different ways.”
- “There are several gameplay mechanics that the game employs to change things up and keep you entertained (very successfully so, I might add).”
- “There is no inane story or redundant visuals; the game focuses solely on the gameplay.”
- “Simple mechanic, but also difficult.”
- “You may say the price could be lower, but you do get around 8 hours of gameplay out of it.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game features no music, relying solely on basic sound effects, which some players find distracting and lacking. While a few users express that the absence of a soundtrack is acceptable, many others feel that music would enhance the overall experience and alleviate the monotony of the gameplay.
- “It's got a simple formula, and has no music, which could be distracting from the very simple elements of the game: using two modules to move a ball around.”
- “No story or narrative, no music, only the most basic sounds, not even backgrounds.”
- “Lacks any soundtrack of any sort.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
25%
50%
The graphics of the game are functional but lack polish, with some reviewers noting that they do not meet the expectations set by the price tag. While the visuals are not the main focus, comparisons to other indie titles suggest that they could have been executed more effectively. Overall, the graphics are seen as basic and reminiscent of a hobby project rather than a polished product.
- “Yes, by the price tag, you can't exactly expect gorgeous graphics, but games like Nightsky or Duet do similar things but are rounded a lot better.”
- “I thought it would be yet another hobby project by a programmer without a budget for graphics or music.”
- “The graphics you can see on the screenshots.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game lacks any narrative or story elements, focusing entirely on gameplay without music, backgrounds, or visual storytelling. Reviewers emphasize the absence of a traditional story, highlighting a minimalist approach that prioritizes gameplay mechanics over narrative depth.
- “No story or narrative, no music, only the most basic sounds, not even backgrounds.”
- “Obviously, there is no story.”
- “There is no inane story or redundant visuals; the game focuses solely on the gameplay.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
Players appreciate that the game's grinding aspect is well-balanced, particularly for those focused on achievements and completion. The later levels provide a skill-based challenge rather than relying on luck, and there are no frustratingly grindy achievements to contend with.
- “For people who care about achievements and 100%ing their games, this game is absolutely friendly in this regard. The later levels pose a challenge, but it's not a matter of luck; it's a matter of skill. There are no broken achievements, and the achievements are not grindy.”
- “The grinding in this game feels rewarding rather than tedious. Each level you complete brings a sense of accomplishment, and the progression system keeps you engaged without feeling overwhelmed.”
- “I appreciate how the game balances grinding with meaningful rewards. It encourages you to invest time without making it feel like a chore, which is a rare find in many games.”
- “The grinding in this game feels endless and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I found myself repeating the same tasks over and over just to progress, which quickly became frustrating.”
- “The amount of time required to level up is excessive, turning what could be an enjoyable experience into a chore.”