Spear

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Spear is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by Andrea Cavuoto and was released on May 5, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

The NPC Nobody Asked For Imagine your heroic protagonist just got wiped out by a "fatal error". Yeah, typical Monday stuff. And now, some random background NPC named Default, who's literally just armed with a glorified stick, has to save the entire digital world. No pressure then, right? Dive into this glitch-ridden, action-packed platformer, full of quirky mechanics, broken quests, and …

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Audience ScoreBased on 14 reviews

gameplay8 positive mentions

atmosphere3 negative mentions

The spear mechanics are innovative and rewarding, allowing for creative puzzle-solving and engaging gameplay.
The game features beautiful visuals, smooth controls, and a well-designed world that encourages exploration and replayability.
The writing and humor add charm to the experience, making it enjoyable and memorable for players.

Some events and mechanics can be overly finicky or bugged, leading to frustrating moments during gameplay.
The map navigation can be cumbersome, making it difficult to find levels and causing unnecessary repetition.
The story, while initially interesting, tends to taper off and may not meet players' expectations for depth.

gameplay
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is highly praised for its engaging spear mechanics, which are not only fun to use but also integral to solving puzzles and navigating levels. Players appreciate the tight controls, polished visuals, and the rewarding nature of mastering the mechanics, making it a standout indie platformer that consistently introduces new challenges to keep the experience fresh. Overall, the game combines creativity and well-designed levels, ensuring that gameplay remains exciting and satisfying throughout.
- “The spear mechanics are fun to use, with an aimed throw and a fast flat throw needed in certain situations.”
- “The game feels quite polished with some nice environments and well thought out puzzles and mechanics.”
- “Really fun and creative platformer with beautiful visuals and smooth gameplay, levels are smartly designed with little puzzle moments that feel rewarding when you figure them out.”
- “The gameplay is what to be expected from a platformer, with a twist: the spear, of course.”
- “Gameplay is never boring; every level adds some new mechanic to keep it fresh and stimulating.”
- “The spear mechanic is used to solve puzzles too, like using your spear as a stepping stone up to higher ground, or throwing it at buttons that open bridges or start lifts.”
story
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story starts off intriguing but loses momentum as it progresses, with brief and sometimes amusing character dialogues. While some players appreciate the subtle environmental storytelling and clever, original narrative that includes a meta-narrative twist, others find it simple and feel sidetracked by side quests. Overall, the writing is described as funny and easy-going, contributing to a relaxed atmosphere reminiscent of "Toy Story."
- “In conclusion, if you appreciate subtle, environmental storytelling, which aligns with the 'show, don't tell' approach, this game is a rewarding experience!”
- “The story is simple yet clever; the funny and easy-going writing makes for a chill vibe.”
- “The story is pretty original, with that meta-narrative touch that I love.”
- “There's a bit of a story running through the game which started off quite interesting but tapered off unfortunately, so don't expect too much. You can have brief conversations with certain characters in the game, but the dialogue is very brief, although sometimes quite amusing.”
- “I still haven't finished the main story; I got sidetracked by quests and bonus levels.”
- “I get it’s for the story, but still.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's humor is characterized by a fresh blend of clever writing and lighthearted dialogue, creating a chill atmosphere that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the simple yet clever story and the colorful presentation, which contribute to its comedic appeal. Overall, the humor effectively complements the action, making for an enjoyable and entertaining gameplay experience.
- “It feels like a fresh mix of action and humor with some clever ideas.”
- “The story is simple yet clever; the funny and easy-going writing makes for a chill vibe.”
- “I approached this game out of curiosity; the trailer caught my eye with its colorful atmosphere, good music, and funny style.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is praised for its minimalist yet impactful quality, effectively enhancing the atmosphere and building tension without overpowering the experience. Players appreciate the catchy tracks and vibrant sound effects, which contribute to the game's colorful and engaging style.
- “I approached this game out of curiosity; the trailer caught my eye with its colorful atmosphere, good music, and funny style.”
- “The music is a banger too!”
- “The atmosphere is minimalist but striking, with music and sound effects that subtly build tension without being overwhelming.”
- “Also, the music and sound effects?”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is characterized by a minimalist yet striking design, complemented by music and sound effects that effectively build tension. Players are drawn in by its colorful aesthetic and engaging soundscapes, which enhance the overall experience.
- “I approached this game out of curiosity; the trailer caught my eye with its colorful atmosphere, good music, and funny style.”
- “The atmosphere is minimalist but striking, with music and sound effects that subtly build tension without being overwhelming.”
- “The game lacks a cohesive atmosphere, making it feel disjointed and unengaging.”
- “Despite the potential for a rich environment, the atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, failing to draw players into the experience.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players note that the presence of challenging achievements encourages replayability, as many find themselves motivated to revisit the game to complete tasks they initially struggled with.
- “There are some challenging achievements associated with these tasks, and I only managed to get three out of ten on my first playthrough, so they require some thought and add to the game's replayability.”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes in the game encourages multiple playthroughs, making each experience feel fresh and engaging.”
- “With different character builds and strategies to explore, the game offers endless replayability, keeping players coming back for more.”
- “The game lacks meaningful choices, making subsequent playthroughs feel repetitive and uninspired.”
- “Once you complete the main story, there’s little incentive to replay, as the side quests don’t add much value.”
- “The limited character customization options mean that replaying the game feels more like a chore than an opportunity to explore new strategies.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, users report that the game exhibits strong stability, with effective controller support and smooth performance.
- “Controller support works well overall, and the game runs great.”
- “The game maintains a steady frame rate, providing a smooth experience.”
- “I haven't encountered any crashes or major bugs, which makes for a stable gameplay experience.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features beautiful visuals and smooth gameplay, complemented by smartly designed levels that incorporate rewarding puzzle elements. While the menu graphics may not appeal to everyone, the overall aesthetic is impressive for a one-person project.
- “Really fun and creative platformer with beautiful visuals and smooth gameplay. The levels are smartly designed with little puzzle moments that feel rewarding when you figure them out.”
- “The menu graphics aren’t really my thing, but hey, it’s just a one-person project, so I can roll with it.”