Repulze

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Repulze is a single player casual racing game. It was developed by Pixelbite and was released on January 3, 2013. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Repulze is a futuristic racing game with intense action and stunning graphics, where you pilot experimental hovercrafts in challenging tracks while collecting energy boosts and using weapons to compete against AI opponents. The game features quick-to-learn controls, Game Center leaderboards, and is available in multiple languages. The Phase Three update brings even more exciting features to the game, making it a must-play for racing enthusiasts.

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76%

Audience ScoreBased on 234 reviews

graphics31 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

The game features stunning graphics and a fast-paced gameplay experience reminiscent of classic titles like Wipeout and F-Zero.
Controls are generally well-received, with many players finding them easy to pick up and enjoyable once adjusted to personal preferences.
The game offers a unique boost system and a variety of challenging tracks, providing hours of fun for racing enthusiasts.

Many players report significant issues with the controls, including unresponsive boosts and awkward steering, which can detract from the overall experience.
The game has been criticized for its lack of updates and support from the developers, leading to frustrations with account management and in-app purchases.
Some users have experienced technical problems, such as crashes and difficulties restoring purchases, which can hinder gameplay and progress.

graphics
42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
74%
19%
7%
The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim, with many users praising their stunning quality, vibrant visuals, and smooth performance across various devices. Players appreciate the futuristic atmosphere and detailed design, often comparing it favorably to other titles in the genre. However, some users have reported issues with lag on older devices, suggesting that while the graphics are impressive, performance may vary depending on hardware.
- “Absolutely gorgeous graphics, great game, fun and challenging!”
- “The graphics are phenomenal.”
- “A surprisingly great wipeout clone with excellent graphics and presentation, and very fun racing.”
- “Moto X first generation, can't load graphics... don't know why because it's a light graphic game even though it's awesome.”
- “The graphics are PSP-like and the tilt control is fine.”
- “Fyi, I would have happily paid £5 for the full version, but I bought Need for Speed Most Wanted, full game just £1.50; it has better graphics as well :)”
gameplay
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
54%
34%
12%
The gameplay is fast-paced and fluid, appealing to fans of futuristic racing games like F-Zero and Wipeout, with engaging mechanics such as gate interactions that enhance the experience. While many players appreciate the smooth controls and graphics, some express a desire for more challenge and refinement in gameplay mechanics. Overall, the game offers a fun and visually impressive racing experience, though it may require players to adapt to its unique features and controls.
- “Gameplay is exactly what you're looking for if you're a fan of F-Zero and other similar games.”
- “A really great game that offers a Wipeout vibe and really great gameplay.”
- “Fast and fluid gameplay.”
- “The trouble comes when the developer actually showcases these drawbacks as a major part of the gameplay, just as it is in the case of Repulze.”
- “Annoying game mechanic of passing through polarity gates red then green.”
- “While it does deliver a decent futuristic racer, I must admit I expected gameplay to feel more fluid.”
music
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
83%
9%
8%
The music in the game is widely praised for its energetic and immersive quality, contributing significantly to the overall experience. Many players highlight the soundtrack as a standout feature, enhancing the futuristic atmosphere and gameplay. However, a few users feel that there is room for improvement, suggesting that the music could be even better.
- “The music is just amazing; I love the soundtrack.”
- “In my opinion, this is certainly the best Wipeout™-like game out there with a truly futuristic atmosphere, brutal soundtrack, fancy graphics, and great controls.”
- “Tons of fun, beautiful soundtrack and graphics, and a good amount of content.”
- “Music could be much better.”
optimization
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
12%
38%
Overall, the game's optimization receives mixed reviews; while many players praise its smooth performance and beautiful graphics, especially on older devices, others report issues with controls and performance on high-resolution screens. Some users experienced stuttering and poor performance even on powerful hardware, indicating that optimization may not be consistent across all devices.
- “Definitely worth the money, it looks gorgeous, runs smoothly, and there's heaps to do!”
- “Runs smoothly, good atmosphere and theme going for it; it's a very fast game with hard challenges.”
- “I was a bit worried about controls based on reviews, but I've found it great (using accelerometer). The game is fun with excellent graphics, and it's super optimized for older devices like my Nexus S, which runs this game as smoothly as my HTC One.”
- “I don't think the game has been optimized for such a high resolution screen.”
- “After looking for a decent clone, I thought Flashout 3D would fill that spot; it didn't... over-complex front-end, poor performance (even on a quad-core!) then comes Repulze.”
- “So what's to like is in the minority as far as game content goes, and also takes a performance hit too.”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The game's stability is generally positive, with most users reporting smooth performance on various devices, including older models. However, some players experience occasional bugs, particularly with controls and freezing issues after several levels. Overall, while the game runs well, there are notable inconsistencies that could affect the user experience.
- “Bug-free, no ads, and it's a fast-paced racer that even has a combat racing stage in the game!”
- “Runs great on NVIDIA Shield tablet.”
- “Runs great, even on my aging Razr.”
- “A little bit buggy regarding the controls; in button mode, oftentimes the boost won't engage when tapping on the screen.”
- “It goes great for a few levels, but sometimes it freezes instantly.”
monetization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
16%
17%
The monetization model of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the fairness of the microtransaction prices, while others criticize the necessity of in-app purchases to access basic functionality and progress, particularly in later levels. Despite being a paid game, many feel that the presence of microtransactions detracts from the overall experience.
- “I know a lot of people are griping about the microtransactions, but I actually don't mind it and I think the prices are pretty fair.”
- “In-app purchases that become necessary to enjoy the game at later levels.”
- “Phase three is bottlenecked by the need for in-app purchases.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express a strong aversion to grinding, viewing it as a detrimental aspect that can undermine the overall gaming experience. Many prefer games that avoid grinding altogether, suggesting that its absence can enhance the game's value.
- “I don't want grinding in my games to sabotage the experience.”
- “Never have grinding in the game, and I do think this game is worth a bit.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its futuristic setting, complemented by a brutal soundtrack, impressive graphics, and excellent controls, making it stand out among similar titles.
- “In my opinion, this is certainly the best Wipeout™-like game out there with a truly futuristic atmosphere, brutal soundtrack, fancy graphics, and great controls.”