Stan Lee's Verticus

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Stan Lee's Verticus is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by Hatchlight and was released on December 24, 2020. It received positive reviews from players.

You are Verticus, a superhero equipped with a high tech, heat-resistant jump suit who must prevent the Earth’s destruction at the hands of an evil alien race known as The Obliterators!

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Play Modes

Single-Player

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87%

Audience ScoreBased on 40 reviews

gameplay2 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and fast-paced arcade experience with intuitive controls, making it easy to pick up and play.
It features stylish graphics with vibrant colors and a sense of speed that keeps players engaged.
Stan Lee's voiceover adds a unique charm, and the game is great for short gaming sessions, especially for fans of his work.

The gameplay can become repetitive and boring after a while, leading to a lack of long-term engagement.
Some players have reported issues with controls, describing them as difficult or laggy, which can hinder the experience.
Initial visuals may not be appealing to everyone, and the game may not offer enough variety to keep players interested.

story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story revolves around a central mission that drives the gameplay, engaging players with its narrative focus and objectives. Reviewers appreciate the clarity and purpose of the storyline, which enhances the overall gaming experience.
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks a clear direction.”
- “Character development is shallow, making it hard to connect with anyone.”
- “The plot twists are predictable and fail to create any real suspense.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The gameplay is described as addictive and challenging, enhanced by Stan Lee's voice, which adds a unique touch. Reviewers see significant potential in the game's mechanics and overall experience.
- “The game combines Stan Lee’s voice with addictive gameplay.”
- “It's challenging for sure, with nice gameplay, and I see quite some potential in this one.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is noted for its high replayability, offering a fun and fast-paced experience that keeps players engaged through its exciting sci-fi obstacle courses and the thrill of freefall.
- “A surprisingly fun, fast, and replayable game - great for getting a sense of freefall and for some fun sci-fi obstacle course running along the way.”
- “The variety of challenges and different paths to take make each playthrough feel fresh and exciting.”
- “With multiple modes and unlockable content, I find myself coming back to this game time and time again.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The graphics are considered modern but initially unappealing, with a fast-paced gameplay style that features straightforward controls and a linear progression through locations.
- “Fast-paced game with modern graphics and easy controls that seamlessly transition from location to location.”