SINGULARIUM

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SINGULARIUM is a single player casual racing game. It was developed by NivMiz and was released on March 23, 2024. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Singularium is a fast-paced 3D platformer focused on speed and movement mechanics, including wallrunning, bunny hopping, and black hole physics that enable curved movement. The game features 20+ handcrafted levels, in-game leaderboards for time comparisons, and a level editor for creating and sharing custom levels. Quick reactions and mastery of complex movement are crucial for hardcore gameplay.

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Single-Player

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76%

Audience ScoreBased on 67 reviews

gameplay11 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

The movement mechanics are satisfying and provide a fun experience, especially for speedrunning enthusiasts.
The black hole mechanic is innovative and adds a unique twist to the gameplay, making it enjoyable once mastered.
The game has potential for community engagement through a level editor, allowing players to create and share their own levels.

The game is very short, with many players completing it in under an hour, leading to concerns about its value for the price.
Level design lacks variety and can feel repetitive, with many levels blending together and not offering distinct challenges.
The level editor is not intuitive and has limited options, which may frustrate players looking to create diverse content.

gameplay
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
39%
50%
11%
The gameplay is generally praised for its engaging mechanics, particularly the black hole feature, which adds a unique twist to the experience. However, many players feel that the levels become repetitive and lack individuality, with some criticizing the design for being overly constricting and unpolished, which detracts from the overall enjoyment. While the game appeals to fans of movement-based gameplay, it may not resonate with everyone due to its limited variety and challenges.
- “Love the game! I really like the black hole mechanic (I think a tutorial could be added to better show how they can be used though; it took me some time to get the hang of them). Surprisingly, I had a lot of fun trying to get the 'beating the levels without black holes' achievements; they relied a lot on wall running and skill.”
- “10/10 on the gameplay.”
- “Awesome gameplay.”
- “$9.99 for about 19 minutes of gameplay is one of the most mind-boggling decisions I have made in recent times.”
- “The levels lack any sense of individuality in their visual design or mechanics, and many of the interactions with the world feel unpolished.”
- “The main issue I have with it is that a lot of its levels feel constricting and overly repetitive. The spikes on the ceiling prevent the player from quickly scaling the level. Although this may be game design, it's poor at best. Instead of encouraging thought and cautiousness, all it manages to do is slow down the player, making them have to go slowly or lose their progress.”
music
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
7%
72%
21%
The music in the game is widely criticized for being poorly designed and lacking care, with many reviewers noting the absence of ambient sound in menus and awkward silences during gameplay. Players have reported instances of multiple tracks overlapping and abrupt stops in the soundtrack, leading to uncomfortable moments of silence. Overall, the music contributes to a negative experience, detracting from the game's atmosphere.
- “The music also likes to play over itself; at one point, I had 3 songs playing at the same time.”
- “The music design is sub-par; there is clearly no care taken in the music. There is no ambience in the menu, just awkward silence. If you take too long in a level, the soundtrack just stops, leaving you in awkward silence until it starts again. There's no sound for interacting with your environment, which feels awkward.”
- “The music also likes to play over itself; at one point, I had three songs playing at the same time.”
- “Testing a level does not keep your sound settings from the main game, so I got jump scared when I went to test my abomination and the music jumped out at me.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
The graphics of the game have been criticized for being boring and lacking visual appeal, with multiple users expressing frustration over performance issues such as low frame rates and excessive fog. However, some players feel that the game can evoke a sense of epicness despite these graphical shortcomings.
- “The graphics are incredibly boring and lack any creativity.”
- “The visuals are dull and fail to engage the player.”
- “Overall, the graphics are just plain boring and uninspired.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
33%
The game offers decent replayability primarily through leaderboard challenges and speedrunning opportunities, as well as custom levels. However, some players feel that once the main game is completed, there may not be enough incentive to return.
- “The game has great replayability value considering the whole speedrunning aspect and custom levels.”
- “There's replay value if you want to beat scores on the leaderboard; otherwise, I'm not sure there's a lot that's going to bring you back after finishing the game.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The game's optimization has received mixed feedback, with some users noting that community levels and performance could be improved, while others suggest that control optimization could enhance the overall experience. However, there are indications that performance issues may vary depending on individual hardware.
- “Overall, it's a great game, but community levels could be improved and some performance issues need addressing (though that could just be my crappy PC, lmao).”
- “Overall, a short game that has a ton of potential, especially with optimized controls.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by the intense frustration and exhilaration players experience due to the rapid changes in speed, which can lead to sudden losses or gains in momentum. This dynamic creates a rollercoaster of emotions, amplifying the stakes during gameplay.
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews indicate that players have primarily engaged with the story mode, expressing uncertainty about the presence of a level maker feature within the game. Overall, the focus remains on the narrative experience, with limited insights into other gameplay elements.