Spreadstorm

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Spreadstorm is a single player puzzle game. It was developed by unbeGames and was released on June 13, 2018. It received very positive reviews from players.

"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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Audience ScoreBased on 26 reviews

gameplay10 positive mentions

The game features unique mechanics that are introduced through gameplay, making it engaging and challenging.
Visually appealing with a dark art style reminiscent of games like Portal, and technically well-executed with good performance.
Offers a fun and rewarding experience for players who enjoy exploring and solving puzzles without explicit instructions.

Controls can be stiff and frustrating, especially in later levels that require precise timing and movement.
Lack of music and some design choices, such as obscured vision in puzzles, detract from the overall experience.
As the game progresses, it becomes less enjoyable, with some mechanics feeling overly complicated or poorly explained.

gameplay
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is praised for its innovative mechanics and effective teaching methods that introduce players to challenges without explicit instructions. Reviewers appreciate the ideal difficulty level, which balances challenge and accessibility, and highlight the unique puzzle mechanics that require careful timing and precision. Overall, the game is recommended for those who enjoy complex puzzles and a creative approach to gameplay.
- “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.”
- “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.”
- “The mechanics are not like anything I've seen before, and the difficulty level was ideal: challenging, but I never felt it was impossible.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are generally well-executed, reminiscent of the portal world, but the dark art style may not appeal to everyone and is compounded by a lack of music, affecting the overall presentation.
- “The graphics are nicely done, sort of like the portal world.”
music
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The music in the game has received mixed feedback; while some players appreciate it and find it 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
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Overall, the game's optimization is generally well-received, with users noting good technical execution and visuals. However, some players experienced performance issues, particularly on lower-end machines, despite not encountering any bugs.
- “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.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is consistently described as purely atmospheric, suggesting a strong emphasis on immersive and evocative environmental design that enhances the overall experience.
- “The atmosphere is purely immersive, drawing you into its world.”
- “The game creates a purely atmospheric experience that captivates the senses.”
- “Every element contributes to a purely atmospheric environment that enhances gameplay.”