Stride.net

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Stride.net is a multiplayer casual sport game. It was developed by Joy Way and was released on June 23, 2021. It received very positive reviews from players.

Stride.net is a free, online multiplayer sport game, adding a competitive twist to the base game through its urban parkour environments. Currently in development, the public alpha featured a zombie horde game mode and served to gather player feedback and test servers. With over 50 improvements planned, Stride.net aims to provide immersive, action-packed experiences for its players.

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Audience ScoreBased on 134 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and exhilarating parkour experience, especially when played with friends.
It has great potential for future updates and additional game modes, making it an exciting addition to the VR gaming landscape.
The community is generally positive and engaging, enhancing the overall multiplayer experience.

The game suffers from a lack of players, leading to dead servers and limited multiplayer experiences.
There are numerous bugs and glitches that detract from the gameplay, making it feel unpolished.
The current content is limited, with only a few maps and game modes, which can lead to repetitive gameplay.

story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is largely criticized, with some users noting it lacks a narrative altogether, while others compare it to a simple endless runner experience. However, a few players highlight an "epic story," suggesting that opinions on the narrative quality are mixed. Overall, the consensus leans towards a minimal or absent storyline.
- “Like playing 'Temple Runners' for the story.”
- “Epic story.”
- “This game has no story.”
- “It's like playing 'Temple Run' for the story.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is highly praised for being engaging and enjoyable, with users noting its fun factor and quality despite minor glitches and limited multiplayer options. While the game is currently in alpha and has a small player base, the overall experience is considered worth the investment, particularly with the standout map design.
- “The gameplay is very fun! 10/10, it's worth buying.”
- “Even with only one mode, the gameplay still holds up well!”
- “Minor glitches with some mechanics, but this add-on multiplayer for Stride is amazing.”
stability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the stability of the game is generally good, with most users reporting minimal glitches. However, some players have experienced occasional issues, such as falling through floors or walls, which is somewhat expected in an alpha version. While the gameplay is enjoyable, the presence of bugs can detract from the experience, making it feel less polished.
- “The game has virtually no glitches; it runs incredibly smoothly with only one minor issue where you can hold the ground to go under it, but that actually helps you climb up.”
- “A few glitches with falling through the floor/walls on certain maps, but kind of to be expected during an alpha.”
- “It's a ton of fun, but it's really buggy in its current state, and you feel more like a teleportation wizard than a parkour specialist.”
- “Minor glitches with some mechanics, but this add-on multiplayer for Stride is amazing.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's music is largely absent, leading players to suggest using their own music for an enhanced experience, particularly during cardio sessions. Additionally, the lack of audio upon loading into the game or new lobbies has been noted as a frustrating oversight.
- “Put on some music in a separate tab, and you've got yourself the perfect cardio for your day.”
- “No music.”
- “When listening to music after you load into the game or a new lobby, there is no audio, which is quite annoying.”
- “Put on some music in a separate tab, and you have the perfect cardio for your day.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in this game are considered unimportant by users, suggesting that gameplay takes precedence over visual presentation.
- “The graphics are outdated and lack detail.”
- “The visual style feels bland and uninspired.”
- “The character models look low-quality and poorly designed.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users highlight that the game offers infinite replayability, suggesting that players can enjoy it multiple times without losing interest.
- “Infinitely replayable.”
- “The game offers countless choices that make each playthrough feel unique.”
- “With multiple endings and diverse character paths, I find myself coming back for more.”
humor
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The humor in the game is largely criticized for being stale and unoriginal, with players noting an overabundance of annoying soundboard antics and outdated meme references that fail to resonate. The community's humor is described as lacking depth, often revolving around juvenile jokes that detract from the overall experience.
- “The humor in this game feels outdated and relies on unfunny memes from years past, like 'omae wa mo shindeiru' and 'cyka blyat'.”
- “After a vote ends in a draw, the text displayed is confusing and lacks originality, making it hard to appreciate any humor.”
- “The jokes fall flat and often reference memes that no longer resonate, leaving the humor feeling stale and forced.”