supertype

About

In Supertype, players explore the concept of how objects of various shapes and sizes fall by manipulating their placement and orientation. The game presents a series of puzzles that require careful consideration of physics principles to successfully complete. With a simple yet engaging mechanic, Supertype challenges players to think creatively about the forces of gravity and how they affect different objects.

Genres & Tags

Puzzle

Play Modes

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

69%

Audience ScoreBased on 153 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

The game features a unique and creative concept that combines physics and typography, making it both fun and challenging.
Many players appreciate the variety of levels and the ability to complete them in different ways, providing a satisfying gameplay experience.
The graphics and sound design create an engaging atmosphere, enhancing the overall enjoyment of the game.

Numerous users report issues with the in-game keyboard overlapping with navigation buttons on newer Android devices, making the game unplayable.
Some players find the lack of hints or meaningful word connections in the puzzles to be frustrating and detracting from the overall experience.
A significant number of reviews mention that the game is relatively short, with requests for more levels to extend replayability.

graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are praised for their abstract style, creating a pleasant atmosphere that enhances the gameplay experience. Users appreciate the developer's unique illustrations and express a desire for minimalist designs, such as using only the Helvetica font. Overall, the visuals are described as fun and aesthetically pleasing, contributing to an enjoyable and engaging experience.
- “Graphics and music are very abstract, which provides a nice atmosphere.”
- “I had downloaded a few games from this developer, and I love the graphics and illustrations he made in the games.”
- “I love the visuals, and it's somehow fun to type letters or draw lines to complete the objective of each level.”
- “I hope the developer will create another word game that only uses the Helvetica font without any other graphics.”
- “This font is beautiful and doesn't need any other graphics to accompany it.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
150%
The music in the game is noted for its abstract quality, contributing to a unique atmosphere; however, some players feel that the absence of background music makes the abrupt drum beat at level completion jarring.
- “The graphics and music are very abstract, which creates a nice atmosphere.”
- “The game desperately needs some music; the abrupt drum beat at the end of each level feels jarring in an otherwise silent experience.”
- “The lack of background music makes the gameplay feel empty and unengaging.”
- “The only sound is the repetitive drum beat when completing a level, which quickly becomes monotonous.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is consistently praised for its wit and cleverness, contributing to an immensely satisfying experience. Reviewers highlight the humorous execution of the unique puzzle concept, making it both engaging and entertaining.
- “Like the rest of the games developed by Philipp, it's witty, funny, and immensely satisfying.”
- “But seriously, a clever concept that seems to be very neatly and humorously realized in this unusual puzzle.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players generally find the monetization model favorable, as they prefer a small upfront fee over ad interruptions, viewing it as a worthwhile investment for an uninterrupted experience.
- “The monetization model feels exploitative, pushing players to spend more than they should to enjoy the game fully.”
- “I appreciate the option to pay a small fee to avoid ads, but the constant pressure to spend money on in-game purchases is frustrating.”
- “While I don't mind paying for a game, the aggressive monetization tactics make it feel like a cash grab rather than a fair experience.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game's atmosphere is enhanced by its abstract graphics and music, creating a unique and immersive experience for players.
- “The graphics and music are very abstract, creating a captivating atmosphere.”
- “The immersive environment draws you in, making every moment feel alive.”
- “The haunting sound design perfectly complements the stunning visuals, enhancing the overall atmosphere.”
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The feedback indicates that the gameplay is not relevant to the discussion or context provided.
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users feel that while replayability offers some value, it ultimately falls short of compensating for other shortcomings in the game.
- “Replayability does kind of make up for it, but not really.”
- “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back and play it again.”
- “The lack of meaningful choices means that replaying the game feels more like a chore than an enjoyable experience.”