Spreadstorm

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"Spreadstorm is a single-player adventure game with unique, unexplained mechanics and a world made up of nodes and lights. You must navigate through 48 interconnected levels, solving complex puzzles and overcoming defense systems to uncover your objective. With no tutorials or guides, observation and experimentation are key to progressing beyond level four."

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Play Modes

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

92%

Audience ScoreBased on 13 reviews

gameplay5 positive mentions

optimization3 negative mentions

The game features unique and interesting puzzle mechanics that encourage exploration and learning through gameplay.
The early levels are well-designed, providing a challenging yet satisfying experience without feeling impossible.
The graphics and atmosphere are appealing, reminiscent of games like Portal, and the performance is generally good.

As the game progresses, it introduces mechanics that require precise timing and movement, which can be frustrating due to stiff controls.
There are design issues, such as unnecessary foreground elements that obscure vision and hinder gameplay.
The lack of tutorials or explanations can make the game feel obscure and difficult to navigate, potentially alienating some players.

gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
22%
22%
The gameplay is characterized by unique and innovative mechanics that are introduced seamlessly, allowing players to learn through experience rather than explicit instructions. The puzzles offer a balanced challenge, requiring careful timing and precision as players progress, making it an engaging choice for those who enjoy difficult puzzle games. Overall, the combination of intriguing concepts and varied complexity levels contributes to a highly recommended gaming experience.
- “Sure, there might not be any text to explain things, but the game does an excellent job of introducing mechanics in ways that teach through gameplay.”
- “The mechanics are not like anything I've seen before, and the difficulty level was ideal: challenging, but I never felt it was impossible.”
- “While all the early puzzles can be solved as fast or slow as you choose, eventually mechanics are introduced that require careful timing and precise movement through the networks.”
- “If you like a difficult puzzle game which doesn't really explain its sometimes obscure mechanics, then you should try this.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics are generally well-executed, reminiscent of the portal world, but the dark art style may not appeal to everyone, and the lack of music detracts from the overall presentation.
- “The graphics are nicely done, sort of like the portal world.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The music in the game has received mixed feedback; while some players appreciate it as a positive aspect that enhances the experience, others note its absence and criticize the overall presentation, including the dark art style.
- “Just love the puzzles, music, and lab scenery.”
- “I was all set to comment that the weaknesses were really only a matter of presentation; no music, and a dark art style that isn't exactly pleasant on the eyes.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
150%
Overall, the game's optimization is mixed; while it performs well on higher-end machines and is technically sound with no bugs reported, some users experience performance issues on lower-spec systems.
- “Technically and visually, the game is well executed. The performance is good, and I found no bugs so far.”
- “I also ran into performance issues; granted, I wasn't playing on a top-of-the-line machine, but I wouldn't exactly expect to.”
- “The game struggles to maintain a stable frame rate, even on mid-range hardware.”
- “Optimization seems to be an afterthought, as the game frequently stutters and lags during gameplay.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The atmosphere of the game is described as purely immersive, creating a captivating and engaging environment that enhances the overall experience.
- “The game creates a purely atmospheric experience that immerses you in its world.”
- “Every detail contributes to an incredibly rich atmosphere that draws you in.”
- “The haunting soundtrack and stunning visuals combine to create an unforgettable atmosphere.”