Spheroids

It’s becoming increasingly – and disappointingly – rare for an indie game to establish any sort of originality, be it aesthetically, mechanically or narratively. Although it is a brief and fun excursion into the world of indie, Spheroids does not come close to buckling this trend.

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In Spheroids you take control of Lucas, a jumpy Canadian boy who sets out on an adventure with his crazy scientist companion Otto after it’s discovered that the government has been hiding alternative universes from the cubic world they live in. Unfortunately, these alternative universes contain spheres that wish to turn everything round, so it’s up to Lucas to save the world from these dangerous a…

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

34%

Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews

atmosphere1 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game provides a unique sense of joy and hope, helping players cope with difficult situations.
The atmosphere and music are well-received, contributing to an enjoyable gaming experience.
It offers a good level of difficulty and a fun gameplay principle reminiscent of classic games.

The game suffers from a lack of polish, with clunky UI and numerous bugs that detract from the experience.
Levels can be formulaic and frustrating, with a lack of challenge due to enemies not respawning after death.
The story is weak, with awkward cutscenes and an abrupt ending that leaves players unsatisfied.

gameplay
5 mentions
60 % positive mentions
-20 % neutral mentions
60 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the indie game in question is criticized for its lack of originality and challenge, with many mechanics feeling underwhelming and poorly executed. While there are moments of enjoyable platforming, they are overshadowed by technical issues and a general absence of engaging difficulty, leading to a frustrating experience for players. Overall, the game struggles to balance its various elements, resulting in a "jack of all trades, master of none" scenario.
- “The retro art style combined with classic Pang gameplay and interesting additions creates a unique experience.”
- “The gameplay mechanics are engaging and offer a refreshing take on traditional concepts.”
- “The stages provide a balanced challenge, allowing players to explore interesting mechanics without excessive trial and error.”
- “It’s becoming increasingly – and disappointingly – rare for an indie game to establish any sort of originality, be it aesthetically, mechanically, or narratively.”
- “[mechanic overload, underwhelming, jack of all trades, master of none]”
- “Unbearable technical problems, awful gameplay direction, and a complete lack of challenge, among many other flaws, are more than enough to overshadow the momentary good platforming sections that the game offers, leaving nothing but a frown on the faces of players who tolerate it until its boring end.”
graphics
4 mentions
25 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
75 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have been criticized for lacking originality and appearing generic, resembling default options from basic game development tools. While some appreciate the retro art style and classic gameplay elements, the overall aesthetic is deemed lifeless and uninspired, detracting from the game's appeal.
- “[Retro art style, classic Pang gameplay, interesting additions.]”
- “Just look at the UI graphics and tell me it doesn't immediately come off as a default stock option from some dime-a-dozen 'build a game' program.”
- “It’s becoming increasingly – and disappointingly – rare for an indie game to establish any sort of originality, be it aesthetically, mechanically, or narratively.”
- “Couple that with lifeless graphics, a terrible soundtrack, and cringe-worthy dialogue, and you’ve got a game that’s just not good.”
music
3 mentions
33 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
67 % negative mentions
The music in the game is noted for creating a relaxing atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience despite some criticism of the graphics and dialogue. While some players find the soundtrack enjoyable, others describe it as terrible, indicating a mixed reception regarding its quality and impact on gameplay.
- “The atmosphere and the music are great, and the general principle of destroying the spheroids, as old as it is, stays fun throughout the whole game!”
- “Couple that with lifeless graphics, a terrible soundtrack, and cringe-worthy dialogue, and you’ve got a game that’s just not good.”
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
story
2 mentions
50 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
The story conveys a moral about perseverance and the unpredictability of life, but it is criticized for being nearly non-existent, with formulaic levels, awkward cutscenes, and an abrupt ending that detracts from the overall experience.
- “The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you. If I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “The levels are formulaic, frustrating, and suffer from quite a few glitches and bugs, while the story is almost non-existent, the cutscenes are awkward, and the ending is abrupt.”
atmosphere
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is enhanced by great music and a fun, engaging gameplay mechanic centered around destroying spheroids, which keeps the experience enjoyable throughout.
- “The atmosphere and the music are great, and the general principle of destroying the spheroids, as old as it is, remains fun throughout the whole game!”
stability
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-100 % neutral mentions
200 % negative mentions
The game's stability is marred by numerous glitches and bugs, leading to a frustrating experience in its formulaic levels. Additionally, the lack of a coherent story and awkward cutscenes further detract from the overall stability of the gameplay.
- “The levels are formulaic, frustrating, and suffer from quite a few glitches and bugs.”
- “The story is almost non-existent, the cutscenes are awkward, and the ending is abrupt.”