Surmount: A Mountain Climbing Adventure

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"Surmount: A Mountain Climbing Adventure" is a physics-based platformer that lets you climb Mount Om, the world's highest mountain, with procedurally generated and handcrafted levels. Follow a silly story, meet eccentric characters, and customize your climber with unique items and upgrades. The physics-based climbing system is approachable and not overly punishing, making it endlessly replayable. Be the first to reach the top of Mount Om and uncover its many unique climbing routes.

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92%

Audience ScoreBased on 86 reviews

gameplay15 positive mentions

stability5 negative mentions

The game features charming graphics and a fun, engaging climbing mechanic that feels satisfying and rewarding.
It offers a unique blend of physics-based gameplay with a quirky, humorous narrative that keeps players entertained.
The game is enjoyable both solo and in co-op mode, providing plenty of opportunities for funny moments and challenges with friends.

The game suffers from numerous bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay, including issues with character physics and level generation.
Some players find the difficulty spikes and random level generation to be frustrating, leading to moments where progress feels unfairly hindered.
While the game has potential, many feel it requires more polish and bug fixes to fully realize its enjoyable aspects.

gameplay
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by its engaging and polished climbing mechanics, offering a satisfying balance of challenge and reward that keeps players motivated. While the art style may not impress everyone, the physics-based movement and innovative mechanics provide a fun and charming experience, especially when playing with friends. Overall, the game successfully combines difficulty with enjoyment, making it appealing to fans of climbing and exploration.
- “Gameplay is super fun as well (especially with a friend), so polished!!!!”
- “The game starts strong with an engaging and fun gameplay experience that’s just the right amount of difficulty to keep you motivated to push forward.”
- “This game has a perfect combination between frustrating/difficult and fun/rewarding gameplay; if you are into mystery and lore, this game has plenty of it.”
- “New mechanics come into play that seem to drain the joy right out of the experience.”
- “The gameplay does still have some jank here or there but is overall pretty fun.”
- “The game's not for me but I think there's plenty there to love for fans of climbing gameplay and random generation.”
story
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
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27%
The game's story is described as a blend of mystery and humor, featuring quirky dialogue and amusing side quests that enhance the overall experience. While players appreciate the engaging narrative and its self-aware moments, some have encountered bugs that hinder progress. Overall, the story complements the gameplay, offering a lighthearted and entertaining backdrop to the unique climbing challenges.
- “And the story is mysterious and cool but also funny :) I love it, it's great!”
- “This game's story both takes itself seriously and addresses its own oddities, which leads to some great moments like an NPC saying something like, 'Never seen someone spin themselves like that, but you do you.' Caught me off guard and I've been enjoying it since.”
- “The story is interesting enough, but the dialogue is pretty funny overall.”
- “The story I haven't seen much of yet, but so far it gives me morning cartoon vibes.”
- “There was more than a few sh*tty puns that actually got a chuckle out of me, but beyond even the story moments, there’s a lot of off-mountain activities to take care of in the time you spend not spinning your way up to the summit.”
- “On top of that, I've run into a game-breaking bug where I just can't progress two missions, short of supposedly emailing a save file or restarting.”
music
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
36%
27%
The music in the game is widely praised for its ability to create an inviting atmosphere and enhance the overall experience, with many players highlighting the perfect alignment of the soundtrack with the game's vibes. However, some users reported technical issues, such as overlapping tracks during gameplay. Overall, the soundtrack is considered fantastic and a key element of the game's charm.
- “The music really hits a good spot and the world is quite inviting.”
- “Another amazing aspect of the game is the soundtrack; it is perfect for the vibes.”
- “It just hits all the right vibes with its calming art and music.”
- “When I played the mountain for the first time, I finished the first flag and in the campground, it started playing another song on top of the first song.”
- “I tried to fix it by backing out to the menu and the one song kept playing.”
- “So there were two instances of the same song playing now.”
humor
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised for its charming writing, goofy characters, and hilarious co-op interactions, leading to countless funny moments and accidents during gameplay. Players appreciate the blend of a mysterious story with lighthearted dialogue, making it a feel-good experience that is enjoyable both solo and with friends. Overall, the game's comedic elements contribute significantly to its appeal and replayability.
- “Super charming and funny writing, good fun with a friend too!”
- “Goofy, funny characters and humorous game design that make for a feel-good play.”
- “The amount of funny accidents that can occur on this mountain never gets old.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are generally well-received, featuring a charming and cute art style reminiscent of Nintendo Miis, which many players find appealing. While some reviews mention that the art could be improved, the overall aesthetic is praised for its creativity and the effort put into character customization and design. The combination of innovative gameplay and delightful visuals contributes to a fun gaming experience.
- “Lovely art style.”
- “The art style is cute and inspired by the Nintendo Miis; you customize your character as you want and get new attributes with a gachapon machine for a few crystals.”
- “Fun climbing game with innovative gameplay and charming graphics.”
- “Simple in concept, easy to play with somewhat deep climbing mechanics, although the art style leaves a bit to be desired.”
- “The art style is cute and inspired by the Nintendo Miis, but it lacks depth and variety.”
- “While the gameplay is fun, the graphics feel outdated and do not match the innovative mechanics.”
stability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is frequently criticized, with users reporting numerous glitches and bugs that hinder gameplay and create frustration. Many players feel that the issues with the physics engine and random number generation detract from the overall experience, making it difficult to enjoy the game. While some acknowledge that the bugs are not overwhelming, the consensus is that stability remains a significant concern.
- “Instead of enjoying the climb, you find yourself battling the physics engine, with glitches galore that make you feel like you’re not in control.”
- “The big issue here are the glitches.”
- “It's buggy... like infuriatingly buggy...”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers express a desire for more character designs reminiscent of Mii avatars, suggesting that such styles could enhance character development by fostering a stronger connection between players and their in-game personas.
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its wholesome content, which resonates with players and evokes positive feelings, making it suitable for family viewing and fostering a sense of connection.
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The atmosphere is characterized as calm and cute, creating a soothing and endearing environment for players.
- “The atmosphere is calm and cute, creating a delightful experience.”
- “The game immerses you in a serene and charming environment.”
- “The overall ambiance is enchanting, making every moment feel magical.”