Shatterbound

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Shatterbound is a single player action game. It was developed by Rabid Troll Studios LLC and was released on May 16, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

A game where you are your own solution... and greatest obstacle. Key Features After every death, leave behind a ghost that repeats the exact movements you made previously Work with your past selves to solve puzzles that couldn't otherwise be solved alone Use your ghosts as platforms for total freedom of exploration Allow your ghosts to break obstacles for you and clear your path Carefully cons…

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Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews

gameplay1 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game features an interesting mechanic where players can interact with their past selves to solve puzzles, adding a unique twist to the platforming genre.
It is completely free to play, which is appreciated and demonstrates the developers' confidence in their work.
The music is beautiful and the art is well thought out, contributing to a relaxing gaming experience.

The graphics are considered lazy and subpar, making the game visually unappealing and one of the worst looking on Steam.
The gameplay can become monotonous quickly, lacking ambition and depth, which detracts from the overall experience.
Despite being free, the game has failed to attract a significant player base, indicating a poor public reception.

graphics
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The graphics of the game have been widely criticized for being poorly executed and visually unappealing, with many reviewers labeling them as some of the worst on Steam. The minimalist 2.5D design fails to impress, leading to a sense of monotony and raising questions about the decision to present the game in 3D without delivering substantial visual quality. Overall, the visuals are considered a significant drawback.
- “The game gets monotonous almost from the offset and the eye-damagingly lazy graphics don't help make up for that.”
- “The graphics here are particularly awful, so bad that it actually stands out as one of the worst looking games on Steam.”
- “It might as well have been 2D; regardless, the visuals here are a hard fail.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay features a unique "die and retry" mechanic where players can interact with their previous attempts represented as "boxes," which is crucial for solving puzzles throughout the platformer. This innovative approach adds depth and challenge to the gameplay experience.
- “This platformer uses the quirky and seldom-used mechanic of having your 'box' from previous level attempts appear in a way you can interact with it on consecutive attempts, and this 'die and retry' mechanic is essential to solving many of the puzzles in each level.”
music
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The music in the game is widely praised for its beauty and perfect fit with the overall art design, enhancing the gaming experience. However, some users express minor dissatisfaction, indicating that while the music is excellent, there may be aspects they wish were different.
- “The music is beautiful, and the art is well thought out and perfect.”
- “It's a nice game, and the music is perfect.”