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 172 reviews

gameplay30 positive mentions

stability10 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 procedurally generated levels provide a fresh experience each time, making it enjoyable to replay and challenge yourself.

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 elements frustrating, leading to moments where progress feels unfairly hindered.
The controls can be inconsistent, especially when using different input methods, which may detract from the overall experience.

gameplay
52 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
58%
36%
6%
The gameplay is characterized by engaging and polished climbing mechanics that blend challenge and satisfaction, making it enjoyable for both solo and cooperative play. Players appreciate the physics-based movement and the variety of challenges presented in different areas, although some new mechanics may detract from the overall experience. While the art style has received mixed feedback, the game's fun and innovative mechanics, along with a light-hearted narrative, contribute to a delightful gaming experience.
- “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
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
50%
14%
The game's story is described as a blend of mystery and humor, with engaging dialogue that includes amusing puns and quirky moments. Players appreciate the lighthearted tone reminiscent of morning cartoons, while also enjoying the variety of side missions and randomized gameplay that keeps the experience fresh. However, some users have encountered game-breaking bugs that hinder story progression.
- “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 cringeworthy 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
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
50%
14%
The music in the game is widely praised for its ability to create an inviting atmosphere and enhance the overall experience, with many players noting that the soundtrack perfectly complements the game's vibes. However, some users experienced technical issues, such as overlapping tracks, which detracted from the enjoyment. Overall, the combination of quirky characters, fantastic design, and a captivating soundtrack contributes to a fun and immersive gameplay experience.
- “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
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised for its charm and wit, featuring goofy characters and amusing dialogue that enhance the overall experience. Players enjoy the hilarious interactions, especially in co-op mode, where funny accidents and intentional mishaps between friends lead to countless entertaining moments. Overall, the game's lighthearted and funny writing contributes significantly to its appeal.
- “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
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
25%
25%
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their charming and cute art style, reminiscent of Nintendo Mii characters, with customization options that enhance the visual appeal. While some reviewers noted that the art style could be improved, many appreciated the effort put into the graphics and found them to complement the innovative gameplay effectively. Overall, the visuals contribute positively to the game's fun and engaging atmosphere.
- “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.”
- “It's clear a lot of hard work went into it, and the art style and mechanics are great.”
- “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 enjoyable, the graphics feel outdated and do not match the innovative mechanics.”
stability
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with players reporting numerous glitches and a frustratingly unreliable physics engine that detracts from the overall experience. While some users note that the game is only moderately buggy, the prevalence of issues significantly impacts gameplay, leading to feelings of loss of control. Overall, the stability remains a major concern for many players.
- “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
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers express a desire for more character designs reminiscent of Mii avatars, suggesting that such styles could enhance character development in games by promoting personalization and relatability.
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its wholesome content, which resonates positively with players, particularly in family settings. Users appreciate the heartwarming experiences it offers, fostering a sense of connection and joy.
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The atmosphere of the game is consistently described as calm and cute, creating a soothing and endearing environment for players.
- “Calm and cute atmosphere.”

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