Spinning Around

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Spinning Around is a single player action game. It was developed by XiNFiNiTY Games and was released on November 24, 2017. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Spinning Around" is a fast-paced arcade game that challenges players to guide their spaceship through spinning gates of matching colors, building up their score while testing their agility and reflexes. The game features HD graphics, banging music, and intuitive controls, with the objective being to survive as long as possible and achieve a high score. Extra challenges come in the form of Steam Leaderboards and Achievements, making for an addictive and replayable experience.

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69%

Audience ScoreBased on 26 reviews

gameplay1 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

The game is simple and easy to play, making it accessible for casual gamers.
It can be fun and addictive for short play sessions, especially for achievement hunters.
The Linux version works fine and the gameplay can be enjoyable for those who appreciate fast-paced coordination games.

The game is extremely repetitive and lacks challenge, with no increase in difficulty as levels progress.
There are numerous bugs, including issues with gates not registering and achievements not unlocking.
It is criticized as an asset flip, lacking originality and depth, which detracts from the overall experience.

music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
33%
The music in the game has received mixed reviews; while some players find it repetitive and maddening due to the lack of variety, others appreciate how it enhances the adrenaline-fueled gameplay experience. Overall, the single track may not satisfy all players, but it does contribute to the fun of racing through levels.
- “The gameplay is simple but lots of fun, and the music adds adrenaline as you race through each level.”
- “There is no challenge at all; it's extremely repetitive, and there is only one music track that will drive you mad.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and boring, with some noting that achieving certain milestones, like scoring 1,000 times, requires an excessive amount of time and effort, often around an hour.
- “Very boring and tedious; it takes about an hour.”
- “Just to score 1,000 times was a little bit too grindy.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
100%
The game's graphics, while limited by its 50MB size, are typical of Unity engine titles, offering various windowed resolutions and graphic settings for customization. However, some players prioritize gameplay over visual quality, indicating that graphics may not be a significant concern for everyone.
- “Made with the Unity engine, you can choose from a variety of windowed resolutions and graphic settings before starting the game.”
- “Being 50 MB in size, it surely can't offer something great, but I'm always the guy who doesn't care much about graphic quality and such!”
- “Made with the Unity engine, as usual, you can choose between lots of windowed resolutions, graphic settings, and such before starting the game.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The monetization strategies employed are criticized as cash grabs that detract from the visibility of genuine indie developers on platforms like Steam.
- “They're nothing but cash grabs, and they harm genuine indie developers by reducing their visibility on Steam.”
- “The monetization system feels exploitative, pushing players to spend more just to enjoy basic features.”
- “It's frustrating to see so many paywalls in a game that could have been great without the constant pressure to spend money.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Overall, users report that the game experiences a few glitches, indicating that while stability is generally acceptable, there are occasional issues that may affect gameplay.
- “There are a few glitches that disrupt the gameplay experience.”
- “The game frequently crashes, making it frustrating to play.”
- “I encountered several bugs that affected my progress and enjoyment.”
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity and engaging fun, enhanced by adrenaline-pumping music that elevates the racing experience through each level.
- “The gameplay is simple but lots of fun, and the music adds adrenaline as you race through each level.”