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sphereFACE

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83%Game Brain Score
music, gameplay
grinding
95% User Score Based on 40 reviews
Critic Score 75%Based on 1 reviews

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sphereFACE is a single player casual shooter game. It was developed by VoxelStorm and was released on January 6, 2015. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and very positive reviews from players.

"SphereFace" is a retro-styled 3D vector shooter set inside procedurally generated spherical worlds with roguelike elements and permadeath. Players must destroy asteroids, navigate through hyperspace portals, and uncover a dark science fiction storyline while mastering challenging inertial flight dynamics. Features include arcade-style high score system, mouselook control, and adjustable difficulty.

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95%
Audience ScoreBased on 40 reviews
music10 positive mentions
grinding2 negative mentions
  • The game features a fantastic soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
  • It offers a unique and engaging gameplay mechanic with a steep but rewarding learning curve.
  • The variety of weapons and strategic gameplay elements make it a fun and addictive experience.
  • The controls can be confusing and require significant configuration to suit player preferences.
  • There is a lack of clear in-game tutorials, which can lead to frustration for new players.
  • The game may hang or crash during intense moments, particularly when colliding with asteroids.
  • music
    18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many users praising its fantastic quality and suitability for the game's atmosphere. Reviewers noted that the soundtrack is not only enjoyable but also enhances the overall experience, making it well worth the price of the game. The retro style and cool soundtracks contribute significantly to the game's appeal.

    • “The soundtrack alone is well worth the price asked.”
    • “The music is just fantastic.”
    • “The music is great too and fits the game well.”
    • “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
    • “The soundtrack is killer!”
    • “Love the idea, the retro style, the music.”
  • gameplay
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay in Sphereface is highly praised for its engaging and addictive mechanics, offering a rich blend of content, atmosphere, and strategic depth. Players appreciate the fast-paced action, roguelike elements, and a steep learning curve that keeps them challenged and invested. Overall, the game is described as a well-balanced experience that combines beautiful aesthetics with a compelling storyline.

    • “This developer knows how to make a game - lots of content, great atmosphere, awesome achievement progression, plenty of options, lore, and most importantly - a really fun and addicting game mechanic.”
    • “Beautiful, atmospheric, deep... and well-balanced, with interesting weapons and strategic gameplay.”
    • “With a steep learning curve and frantic gameplay, permadeath and a mysterious storyline, Voxelstorm has created a modern classic.”
    • “Fast-paced gameplay that keeps you on edge.”
    • “I love the aesthetic, and the roguelike-like repeatable gameplay.”
  • story
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story emphasizes resilience and the unpredictability of life, highlighting that perseverance can lead to unexpected outcomes. Coupled with a steep learning curve and permadeath mechanics, the mysterious narrative contributes to the game's status as a modern classic.

    • “With a steep learning curve and frantic gameplay, permadeath, and a mysterious storyline, Voxelstorm has created a modern classic.”
  • atmosphere
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its beauty and depth, contributing to an immersive experience that enhances gameplay. Reviewers highlight the well-balanced design, rich lore, and engaging mechanics, making it both fun and addictive.

    • “This dev knows how to make a game - lots of content, great atmosphere, awesome achievement progression, plenty of options, lore, and most importantly - a really fun and addicting game mechanic.”
    • “Beautiful, atmospheric, deep... and well-balanced, with interesting weapons and strategic gameplay.”
  • graphics
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics are highly praised for their unique aesthetic, particularly the use of vector graphics within a spherical environment, which has been well-received in both theory and practice. Users appreciate the visual style, enhancing the overall experience of the roguelike gameplay.

    • “I've fantasized about VR games with vector graphics on the inside of a sphere for years—it's great to see that it's as awesome in practice as it is in theory.”
  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the initial grinding in the game tedious, but it eventually evolves into a more engaging tactical experience. As they progress, they enjoy laying traps, sniping, and using a variety of powerful weapons, which adds depth to the gameplay.

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sphereFACE is a casual shooter game.

sphereFACE is available on PC, Mac OS, Virtual Reality, Windows and others.

sphereFACE was released on January 6, 2015.

sphereFACE was developed by VoxelStorm.

sphereFACE has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its grinding.

sphereFACE is a single player game.

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