Rainbow Reactor
- May 16, 2019
- Tunermaxx Media GmbH
Get on SteamRainbow Reactor is a rhythm-based puzzle game where players match colors to progress through levels. Using various tools and abilities, players must clear each stage by solving puzzles in sync with the beat. With vibrant visuals and catchy music, Rainbow Reactor offers a unique and engaging experience for fans of rhythm and puzzle games.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The throwing mechanics are highly praised for their accuracy and responsiveness, making the gameplay feel satisfying and physical.
- The game features beautiful graphics and a vibrant environment, enhancing the overall experience and making it visually appealing.
- Rainbow Reactor offers a fun and addictive twist on the match-3 genre, incorporating color mixing and a competitive high score system that keeps players engaged.
- Some players find the game lacks content and levels, leading to a feeling of frustration and a desire for more variety in gameplay.
- The ricochet mechanics can be overly punishing, causing balls to bounce far away when throws are slightly off, which can detract from the enjoyment.
- There are occasional technical issues, such as controller tracking problems and a lack of clear instructions, which can hinder the overall experience.
- gameplay42 mentions
- 24 % positive mentions
- 69 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Rainbow Reactor centers around a well-implemented throwing mechanic that is both intuitive and satisfying, particularly in VR. While most players find the throwing mechanics accurate and enjoyable, some report occasional inconsistencies, especially with certain controllers. Overall, the game offers a challenging and engaging experience, enhanced by its unique concept and the ability to adapt to different play styles.
“The throwing mechanic is very well implemented and consistent, making it a very satisfactory experience.”
“In combination with the throwing mechanics, which work great on my OG Vive, Rainbow Reactor is a brilliant new game idea - challenging, action-packed, and only possible in VR.”
“I was a bit worried that the throwing mechanics might not be accurate enough, but I was pleasantly surprised that the balls went where I threw them, and when I missed, I felt like it was my own fault.”
“The throwing mechanics seemed to fail at times too.”
“Since the core gameplay consists of throwing balls, this is an important issue for me and leaves something to be desired.”
“That being said, the throw mechanics are very well done; it's quite probable my misses were my fault rather than the game's fault... still, it's easier to blame the game because I knew where I wanted to throw the ball.”
- graphics20 mentions
- 80 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their beauty, colorfulness, and impressive detail, especially considering the small development team behind it. Players appreciate the cool visuals and aesthetics, noting that the game is both entertaining and easy to understand. Overall, the graphics contribute significantly to the game's enjoyable experience, with many highlighting the effective use of rendering and VR elements.
“The graphics are colorful, the game is easy to understand, and pretty entertaining to play.”
“Graphics are nice and tidy, and look the part when you increase the in-game rendering scale.”
“The graphics are good, and considering that the developer team is less than a handful of people, it is quite impressive what they achieved with limited resources.”
- music16 mentions
- 63 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its catchy 80s vibe, enhancing the gameplay experience and creating a rhythm-like feel as players interact with colorful elements. While some reviewers note that the audio could benefit from more variety and punch, the overall consensus is that the music is enjoyable and complements the game's fun and engaging atmosphere.
“The nice 80s music, which is in sync with the spheres rolling to you from the left and right, almost makes it feel like a rhythm game.”
“Making combos of tasty looking color balls while grooving to nice music is great fun!”
“Physics are great and music, oh boy... as a long term NRW fan, this really ticked the box for me.”
“The music and voice work is well made and serviceable, nothing special or distracting.”
“The audio side, especially music, could have more punch and variety but this really doesn't make too much difference for the game.”
- story6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The story is described as having more depth than it initially appears, with a playful and cartoonish atmosphere that enhances the experience. Players appreciate the unique challenges presented by the VR mechanics, which contribute to the overall fun and engaging narrative.
“Don't let the very first mission fool you, it definitely has at least a bit more depth than just beer pong with colored orbs.”
“(Later, as I expect speed increases will require the use of both hands, I may tell a story of less success but I suspect no less fun.) The tricky part isn’t so much hitting a target as it is throwing with not quite anatomically correct VR hands!”
“Actually, it adds to the whole cartoony story atmosphere, and I hope that never changes.”
- optimization6 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization has improved significantly with recent updates, addressing previous performance issues and ensuring smooth gameplay. While the visually appealing environment may seem excessive for a simple game, it does not negatively impact performance. However, some users noted that rendering at lower settings could result in average visuals.
“The optimization in this game allows for a smooth experience, even with visually rich environments.”
“Performance could be sketchy; at 1.0 on the render, it looks very average, something you'll want to change.”
“The shiny environment is beautiful - a bit over the top for such a simple game - but it doesn't hurt performance, which is really smooth.”
“Update: it seems like the new update has mostly fixed performance-based problems; my flicks register correctly now.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is characterized by a vibrant, cartoony aesthetic that enhances the overall storytelling experience, with players expressing a desire for this unique style to remain unchanged.
“The game creates a vibrant and immersive atmosphere that draws you into its cartoony world.”
“The colorful visuals and whimsical design contribute significantly to the overall atmosphere, making every moment enjoyable.”
“The charming art style enhances the storytelling, creating a delightful atmosphere that keeps players engaged.”
