September 20, 2018
Pixel Reign

Robbie Swifthand and the Orb of Mysteries

The asking price of $17.99 does seem a bit high considering it’s $5 more when compared to the price on other consoles. Nonetheless, Robbie Swifthand and the Orb of Mysteries, even if it doesn’t steal your love away from your favorite platformer, is still a good game.

87%Game Brain Score

graphics, gameplay

story, stability

93% User Score Based on 56 reviews

Critic Score 67%Based on 2 reviews

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Robbie Swifthand and the Orb of Mysteries is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by Pixel Reign and was released on September 20, 2018. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and very positive reviews from players.

"Robbie Swifthand and the Orb of Mysteries" is a challenging 2D platformer with psychology-based level design and unique boss fights. Players take on the role of Robbie, a treasure hunter coerced into saving humanity for a reward. With three difficulty modes, including the punishing "Insanity" mode, it offers a tough yet satisfying experience for hardcore gamers. Plan ahead, outsmart traps, and enjoy the groovy music as you navigate through the temple's intricate rooms.

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Audience ScoreBased on 56 reviews

graphics15 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

Robbie Swifthand offers a challenging and rewarding gameplay experience, with clever level design that tests memory, precision, and timing.
The game features a captivating soundtrack and beautiful graphics, enhancing the overall atmosphere and immersion.
Players appreciate the tight controls and the sense of accomplishment that comes from overcoming difficult levels, making it addictive and engaging.

The game can feel punishingly difficult, with some deaths perceived as unfair due to hidden traps and a lack of checkpoints.
Certain gameplay mechanics, such as the control scheme, can be clunky, especially when using a keyboard, leading to frustration during precise jumps.
While the game is visually appealing, some players have noted issues with frame drops and bugs, particularly in the early access version.

graphics
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
65%
22%
13%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beauty and attention to detail, featuring bright, decorative visuals that enhance the immersive experience. Players appreciate the atmospheric artwork, smooth animations, and effective use of lighting, which contribute to a polished overall presentation. While some users note performance issues on certain platforms, the aesthetic quality remains a standout aspect, making the game visually appealing and engaging.
- “The visuals are more than just pleasing, bright, decorative; I love how the grass moves when you run through it, the light reflection on the walls, all these little details that secretly satisfy your soul.”
- “The graphics are beautiful and atmospheric, and the music and sound are superb, creating a very immersive environment.”
- “The look and feel of the game is really great, and the graphics, music, and sounds are polished.”
- “On a Mac, the high level of graphics tends to make the Mac run slower.”
- “This can get frustrating and despite the lower graphics making things run a little smoother, the control mechanical aspect of this is still fairly challenging.”
- “Intersting artwork”
gameplay
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
32%
52%
16%
The gameplay is generally praised for its smoothness and responsiveness, with creative mechanics that evolve throughout the game. However, some players have noted issues with keyboard controls and frustrating hazards, which can detract from the overall experience. Despite these challenges, the game offers a rewarding sense of accomplishment and appeals to fans of hard, old-school gameplay.
- “Gameplay is very smooth and responsive.”
- “Even as an early access title, this game provides good gameplay and cruel level designs that will keep you wanting more and more as you progress!”
- “The game mechanics and boss patterns don't compromise.”
- “Okay on a keyboard setup, when you change the keystrokes around, the game still has some issues and needs a bit of fine-tuning.”
- “I can say I felt accomplishment for each level I have passed, but I can't say that I liked things like the hidden spikes in the grass, or the flow of the mechanics while I was playing.”
music
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
69%
18%
13%
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with players praising the soundtrack as superb and immersive, enhancing the overall gameplay experience. Many recommend using headphones to fully appreciate the audio, which complements the beautiful graphics and engaging level design. While some players expressed a desire for more variety in the music, the overall consensus is that the sound design significantly contributes to the game's atmosphere.
- “The music is awesome, the level design is smart and the game is worth every euro you give!”
- “The graphics are beautiful and atmospheric, and the music and sound are superb, creating a very immersive environment.”
- “I suggest you play with your headphones on to cancel any other sounds and be able to focus on the really great sounds and music of this game.”
- “I would have liked more than one music track, but that's okay.”
- “I would have liked more than one music track, but that's okay.”
story
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
33%
The game's story, centered around the character Robbie's treasure-seeking adventure in a temple, unfolds gradually through text rather than dialogue, with Robbie expressing himself through images. While the narrative provides an intriguing backdrop, many players feel it is secondary to the gameplay, which emphasizes platforming over storytelling. Overall, the story is appreciated for its gradual reveal, but it is not the main focus of the experience.
- “Great game with beautiful gameplay, sounds, graphics, and story!”
- “As you continue with the game, more of the story and what is actually going on is being revealed.”
- “There's an interesting story that's gradually unfolding - but it's not the focus (nor does it have to be, in my opinion).”
- “I suppose the story sort of made sense as an introduction, but neither character really speaks; it's mostly text-written and Robbie responds with images instead of words.”
- “Right at the beginning, Robbie finds himself inside a temple and hungry for treasure. Any deed he might accomplish in his journey will be a byproduct of his quest for gold.”
- “And there you have it, the story, as you are quickly prompted to do some platform jumping!”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its exceptional and original sense of humor, which adds a refreshing twist to its challenging gameplay and short levels. Reviewers appreciate the developer's ability to inject wit and creativity, making it a standout experience for those seeking a break from typical hero narratives.
- “Difficult game with a great sense of humor and short levels.”
- “For me, this game is really funny, original, and true (since I'm a little bit tired of always playing the all-justice hero).”
- “Pros: Amazing humor from the developer.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users highlight that the optimization aspect encourages persistent effort, as players continuously strive to improve their performance until they achieve perfection.
- “You keep trying and trying until your performance reaches perfection.”
- “The optimization mechanics really encourage you to refine your strategies and improve your gameplay.”
- “I love how the game rewards you for optimizing your resources and making smart decisions.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, users report that the game exhibits good stability, with no noticeable bugs or glitches during gameplay, although some issues with the user interface have been mentioned.
- “The user interface is unstable, and it detracts from the overall experience.”
- “I haven't encountered any bugs or glitches in the levels, but the UI is a major issue.”
- “While the gameplay seems fine, the instability of the user interface is frustrating.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of this puzzle-platformer to be excessively tedious, characterized by trial-and-error gameplay that demands near-perfect timing to navigate numerous obstacles. This repetitive nature detracts from the enjoyment, making it feel more frustrating than rewarding.
- “This is a tedious puzzle-platformer that errs more on the side of being trial and error, reflex-driven challenges with a microsecond of leeway on the timing before something crushes you, stabs you, slices you, burns you, and so on.”
- “It's too tedious to be rewarding as an intellectual exercise when 90% of it is just remembering all the obstacles and then trying to achieve pixel-perfect, timing-perfect jumps.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its beautiful graphics and superb audio, which together create an engaging and immersive environment. Reviewers highlight the combination of visual and auditory elements as a standout feature, especially considering the game's budget price.
- “Couple that with excellent audio, which contributes to an engaging atmosphere at a budget price, and you've got yourself a small gem.”
- “The graphics are beautiful and atmospheric, and the music and sound are superb, creating a very immersive environment.”

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Robbie Swifthand and the Orb of Mysteries is a action adventure game.

Robbie Swifthand and the Orb of Mysteries is available on Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 5, Mac OS and others.

Robbie Swifthand and the Orb of Mysteries was released on September 20, 2018.

Robbie Swifthand and the Orb of Mysteries was developed by Pixel Reign.

Robbie Swifthand and the Orb of Mysteries has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its story.

Robbie Swifthand and the Orb of Mysteries is a single player game.

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