ReSetna

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ReSetna is a single player platformer game. It was developed by Today's Games and was released on January 30, 2025. It received positive reviews from players.

ReSetna is a post-apocalyptic Metroidvania, in a crumbling world dominated by the APEX AI. As a mysterious Signal driving robots to madness emerges, ReSetna sets off on a journey to uncover the mystery. Explore, engage, evolve, navigating through the crumbling ruins of a once glorious civilization.

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86%

Audience ScoreBased on 133 reviews

gameplay21 positive mentions

grinding6 negative mentions

The game features smooth controls and enjoyable combat mechanics, making for a fun gameplay experience.
The Tetris-inspired upgrade system adds a unique layer of strategy and customization to character progression.
Boss fights are well-designed and challenging, providing a satisfying sense of accomplishment upon defeat.

The game suffers from bugs and technical issues, including unresponsive controls and frustrating hit detection.
Some platforming sections can feel janky, with blind jumps and poorly designed level layouts leading to confusion.
The narrative and lore are often unclear, with a lack of guidance on quests and item pickups, making exploration feel less rewarding.

gameplay
61 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
34%
61%
5%
The gameplay is a mixed bag, featuring smooth movement and engaging combat mechanics, but marred by issues such as unpolished mechanics, frustrating enemy encounters, and a lack of rewarding exploration. While some players appreciate the fast-paced action and unique abilities, others criticize the parry system and overall level design as lacking depth. Despite its flaws, the game offers enjoyable boss fights and a solid foundation for a metroidvania experience, appealing to those who value dynamic combat and intuitive controls.
- “The gameplay is genuinely fun, the controls are intuitive and enjoyable, and the combat is tense and challenging, encouraging you to master it without becoming frustrating.”
- “The game has fun mechanics and skills that will keep you engaged through multiple platforming sections and challenge rooms of enemies.”
- “The gameplay strikes a perfect balance between strategic combat and clever puzzle-solving.”
- “I can only say that the game is not well polished, is very short and there are bugs. The game seems to have been made by amateurs because many of the game's mechanics are just for decoration. Being someone who supports indie video games, sadly I have to say that I don't recommend this game.”
- “The combat lacks satisfying feedback, the movesets for weapons feel purpose-built to ensure you hit as few of your attacks as possible. Fighting flying enemies is a massive chore, and enemy movesets and hitboxes are terribly telegraphed, especially for a game that has a parry mechanic.”
- “My biggest complaint would be with some of the combat and traversal mechanics, which can be on the rough side and feel like they could use a bit more time and polish.”
story
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
37%
55%
8%
The game's story is a mixed bag, with some players appreciating its intriguing premise and environmental storytelling, while others find it basic and lacking depth. The narrative primarily unfolds through minimal dialogue and codex entries, leading to a somewhat disjointed experience that may leave players wanting more context. Overall, while the story serves as a backdrop to the gameplay, it is not the main focus, with many reviewers noting that the engaging mechanics and atmosphere often overshadow the narrative itself.
- “From the very start, the game pulls you in with an interesting and well-crafted story that keeps you invested.”
- “I highly recommend it to anyone looking for an engaging adventure with creative mechanics, a compelling story, and a bright future ahead - unlike the one that the robots in the game have.”
- “Overall, Resetna is a true masterpiece in the metroidvania genre, offering everything fans of the genre could want – precise combat, challenging platforming, fantastic atmosphere, and a gripping story.”
- “Story and lore feels uninspired.”
- “The in-game story is very minimal and, honestly, doesn't make a whole lot of sense.”
- “Plot is unfortunately very rough and shaky, and while I have a general gist of the worldbuilding and how something 'went wrong', the actual plot trajectory has no brakes.”
graphics
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
69%
22%
9%
The graphics of the game have received largely positive feedback, with many players praising the stunning visuals, unique art style, and immersive atmosphere that enhance the overall experience. The game's environments are described as beautifully crafted, with distinct zones and impressive animations that capture the sci-fi theme effectively. However, some users noted minor issues, such as hitbox inaccuracies, but these did not significantly detract from the overall visual appeal.
- “The down attack and air slam especially are punchy with great sound effects and cool visuals.”
- “Stunning visuals and an immersive atmosphere make the experience even better.”
- “The environment and visuals are stunning and provide a unique atmosphere that enhances the exploration aspect of the game.”
- “Visuals were uninspiring.”
- “The graphics?”
- “It's crashing on fairly high-end PC - it should not with these graphics on really old PCs.”
music
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
48%
38%
14%
The music in the game has received mixed reviews; while some players appreciate its atmospheric qualities and how it complements the game's desolate setting, others find it forgettable and lacking in impact during key moments like boss battles. The soundtrack, described as blending organic and synthetic sounds, enhances the overall experience but is sometimes criticized for being too low in volume compared to sound effects. Overall, while the music contributes positively to the game's ambiance, it may not leave a lasting impression for all players.
- “Its art direction effectively portrays a desolate, robot-dominated world, and the soundtrack, composed by Nikola Jeremic, blends organic and synthetic sounds to reflect the post-apocalyptic setting.”
- “The world really pulls you in, thanks in large part to the excellent soundtrack and sound design.”
- “From the very first moments, you’ll notice how much effort has gone into creating a beautiful visual style, which, combined with the perfect dark sci-fi soundtrack, immerses you in an unforgettable atmosphere.”
- “The music, on the other hand, did match the game but is kind of forgettable.”
- “For example, entering new areas lacks impact, some scene transitions feel odd, music often seems bland and uninspired, and even beating bosses can feel underwhelming.”
- “The soundtrack left a bit to be desired; I actually thought the music was a little too low volume compared to the character sounds.”
atmosphere
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
74%
10%
16%
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its stunning visuals and immersive sound design, reminiscent of titles like Nier: Automata. Players appreciate the unique cyberpunk and post-apocalyptic settings, which enhance exploration and combat experiences. Overall, the combination of beautiful art style, atmospheric music, and engaging environments creates a memorable and captivating experience for fans of the metroidvania genre.
- “Stunning visuals and an immersive atmosphere make the experience even better.”
- “From the very first moments, you’ll notice how much effort has gone into creating a beautiful visual style, which, combined with the perfect dark sci-fi soundtrack, immerses you in an unforgettable atmosphere.”
- “The environment and visuals are stunning and provide a unique atmosphere that enhances the exploration aspect of the game.”
- “The combat, atmosphere, and level design are all top-notch, and with a few tweaks, it could be a masterpiece.”
- “The background is not that intrusive and distracting, while all the background noise and sound effects (e.g. sound of steps when walking, enemy sounds, engines running, etc.) are what draw you deeper into the game's entire atmosphere.”
- “Atmosphere & visuals: the cyberpunk/post-apocalyptic setting is beautifully done.”
grinding
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
86%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be engaging and less tedious than in other titles, thanks to automatic collection of dropped items and a rewarding farming system. While some aspects of exploration can feel tedious, the diverse materials available in each zone and the effective upgrade mechanics keep the experience enjoyable. Overall, the thoughtful design elements help maintain a balance between challenge and satisfaction in the grinding process.
- “Destroyed enemies drop currency and crafting materials that fly straight to you — no tedious collecting here.”
- “The grinding feels rewarding, as every battle brings you closer to crafting powerful gear.”
- “Leveling up through grinding is satisfying, with each experience point making a noticeable difference in gameplay.”
- “The environment sparks zero wonder, though there are touches here and there that stand out, which makes exploration more tedious than it should be, and general movement around these environments feels off.”
- “The nice thing is the game saves your progress if you die, but it does make backtracking a bit tedious at times.”
- “Each of the six zones offers its own set of materials, making farming a lot less tedious because every enemy drops some.”
optimization
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
Overall, the game's optimization is well-received, with users reporting smooth performance and quick load times, even on the Steam Deck at maximum settings. There are no significant issues such as FPS drops or crashes, and the graphics and animations are solid, contributing to a polished experience.
- “Performance was good with no FPS drops or crashes, and load times, other than the initial one, were quick.”
- “Performance & optimization: runs smoothly, even on Steam Deck at max settings.”
- “Huge props for the optimization!”
- “However, Resetna struggles where it matters most—performance.”
- “Finally, there was performance and polish, which the game did alright on.”
- “Played it on the Steam Deck and didn't experience any bugs, crashes, or stuttering.”
stability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is marred by frequent UI glitches that render text unreadable and occasional map freezes that require a workaround to resolve. While players can complete the game, they encounter numerous bugs and pacing issues, leading to a generally frustrating experience despite some solid elements.
- “UI glitches frequently cause text to jumble into an unreadable mess.”
- “The map occasionally freezes, leaving you stuck—unless you place and delete a shard, which somehow fixes it.”
- “Yes, you can play the game from start to end credits, but the game is bug-ridden and has serious pacing issues.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players found the humor in the game particularly engaging, highlighting the amusing and intriguing nature of the power-up/upgrade Tetris mini-game.
- “The power-up/upgrade Tetris mini-game was funny and interesting.”
- “The humor in the dialogue kept me laughing throughout the game.”
- “I loved the quirky character designs and their hilarious interactions.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers highlight the game's character development as notable for its super unique visual and character designs, which contribute to a distinct and engaging experience.
- “The character development is incredibly deep, allowing players to form a genuine connection with each character.”
- “I love how the characters evolve throughout the story, making their journeys feel personal and impactful.”
- “The unique visual and character designs really enhance the overall experience, making each character memorable.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is enhanced by its strategic gameplay mechanics, where players experience a sense of satisfaction and connection as they effectively combine and upgrade pieces on a grid. The modular upgrade system fosters a deeper engagement, reminiscent of classic games, allowing players to feel a sense of accomplishment as they optimize their strategies.