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The Glitch Fairy

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100% User Score Based on 60 reviews

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The Glitch Fairy is a single player role playing shooter game with a anime theme. It was developed by Cannoncow and was released on December 13, 2023. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

The Glitch Fairy is a fast action platformer starring Monie, a spunky fairy with the unusual power to ''glitch'' her enemies StoryOur story begins when Monie gets her flying ability stolen by her arch nemesis, the minigun-wielding Princess ''Badassia'' Spalanie.Fortunately for our little fairy, she discovers a shrine that grants her a new magical power; The Glitch Beam, a powerful reality-bending …

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100%
Audience ScoreBased on 60 reviews
gameplay14 positive mentions
replayability3 negative mentions
  • The game features a unique and fun glitch mechanic that allows players to manipulate enemies creatively, enhancing gameplay and level design.
  • The charming art style, engaging characters, and heartwarming story contribute to a delightful gaming experience that appeals to both casual and hardcore platformer fans.
  • The level design is well-crafted with plenty of secrets and collectibles, providing a satisfying challenge and encouraging exploration.
  • Some players feel that the glitch mechanic could be utilized more extensively, particularly in boss fights where it is not as impactful.
  • The difficulty spikes in certain areas can be frustrating, especially for those who are not familiar with the platforming genre.
  • A few bosses may feel unfair due to their invincibility frames, which can lead to a challenging experience for players trying to complete the game.
  • gameplay
    35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by a unique glitch mechanic that adds strategic depth to the platforming experience, allowing players to creatively overcome challenges and interact with the environment. The game features tight controls, varied level designs, and a mix of engaging puzzles and combat, reminiscent of classic titles like Mega Man. Overall, players find the gameplay fun, polished, and rewarding, with a good balance of challenge and accessibility.

    • “I especially like the main mechanic, where we glitch enemies to overcome certain challenges.”
    • “The glitch mechanic is fairly unique and it allows for some clever level designs.”
    • “With its unique glitch mechanic, beautiful visuals, and engaging gameplay, it's a must-play for fans of old-school classics and newcomers alike.”
    • “In terms of gameplay, it's a platformer where you'll run from one area to the next collecting stuff while avoiding traps and destroying enemies.”
    • “Only complaint is the bosses don't use the glitch mechanic.”
    • “However, a few hours of gameplay proved me wrong: this game is actually a fairly challenging platformer reminiscent of earlier Mega Man titles, and its underlying themes are actually quite dark if you take the time to dig into the lore.”
  • story
    34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of "The Glitch Fairy" is a heartwarming and surprisingly complex narrative that follows a convicted criminal regaining her ability to fly, filled with humor, memorable characters, and engaging world-building. Players find themselves deeply invested in the plot and lore, with many secrets and collectibles that enhance the experience, making it worth revisiting even after completing the main storyline. Overall, the narrative is praised for its depth, charm, and the emotional journey it offers, alongside solid gameplay and a captivating soundtrack.

    • “The story is unexpectedly complex and not at all what you would expect from the humor and art style, but worth delving into if you enjoyed the game.”
    • “The story is charming with fun characters and an engaging storyline, and a great soundtrack.”
    • “The central glitch mechanic is interesting and well-implemented, music is fantastic, characters are fun, and the story goes much deeper (and darker) than you would expect.”
    • “It also isn't focused on in the story that much, only initially when you get the power and **spoilers** the other time you use it in the boss fight that it's mandatory in.”
    • “The only problem I'd say it has is that to get all the story, you have to beat the boss rush, and that's kind of hard.”
    • “The story was actually a little more deeper than what I initially thought, but that didn't bother me at all and still enjoyed it.”
  • graphics
    19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charming, cartoonish art style, which features unique characters and vibrant visuals that evoke nostalgia for classic flash games. Players appreciate the creativity in level design and the whimsical atmosphere, while the adorable protagonist, Monie, stands out as a highlight. Overall, the art style effectively balances cuteness with deeper themes, enhancing the game's engaging gameplay and narrative.

    • “Graphically it's very nice, Monie is absolutely adorable and the animations are great.”
    • “The art style is vibrant and whimsical, perfectly capturing the fairy tale atmosphere.”
    • “The sheer amount of creativity on display in the levels is honestly great to see, along with having a quaint art style that takes me back to the olden days of flash games.”
    • “While the art style is cute and whimsical, it's hiding an intense (at times) platformer + bullet hell within, which I did not expect, but did very much enjoy.”
    • “Graphics were cute and charming, and I really dig these characters too.”
  • music
    18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising its catchy and diverse soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. Tracks are described as uplifting and memorable, with standout pieces for both levels and boss fights that contribute significantly to the game's charm and atmosphere. Overall, the music is considered a masterpiece that complements the engaging gameplay and beautiful art style.

    • “A very good game, the art style is pretty, the characters are actually funny and memorable, gameplay is solid, plot is interesting, music is nice to the ears and overall just a very fun game to play.”
    • “The music is shockingly good, with some absolute bangers like the boss fight themes and the space level song.”
    • “The soundtrack is equally impressive, with catchy tunes that complement the action perfectly.”
    • “Not to mention that the music throughout the entire game is simply iconic and suits the game very well.”
    • “The art style and music are both extremely well made and beautiful.”
    • “It has a lot of ambition with the way it handles its story, scale, unique gameplay aspects, levels, music, and challenge all around.”
  • humor
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is widely praised for its charm and uniqueness, with players finding the characters and writing both funny and memorable. The story, while unexpectedly complex, adds depth to the humor, complemented by engaging gameplay and delightful art. Overall, the game successfully blends humor with solid mechanics, making it a fun experience.

    • “This is a great game; it is super charming, funny, and just downright fun.”
    • “The art style is pretty, the characters are actually funny and memorable, gameplay is solid, plot is interesting, music is nice to the ears, and overall just a very fun game to play.”
    • “The platforming and run-n-gun segments are tight, the art and music are phenomenal, and there's great humor here and there, mainly the doodles in the compendium.”
  • replayability
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game boasts strong replayability due to its multiple endings, hidden collectibles, and the potential for speedrunning, encouraging players to revisit levels for 100% completion. Each level offers unique challenges that enhance the overall replay value.

    • “Each level has great replay value if you are going for 100%.”
    • “The game also has more than one ending, which adds to the replayability of the game.”
    • “With its hidden collectibles, multiple endings, and speedrun potential, The Glitch Fairy offers plenty of reasons to revisit the game even after completing the main story.”
    • “This gives the levels some replay value.”
  • stability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, players find the game stable, with developers actively working on updates to fix glitches that could hinder progress. While some glitches can be entertaining and useful for discovering collectibles, the commitment to improving stability suggests a positive trajectory for the game's future.

    • “Learning how to use certain glitches is not only fun to mess around with, but it'll help you find various collectibles.”
    • “The game gets a 10/10, but there are glitches that can stop any progress from the players.”
    • “The developers are working every day to improve the game with new updates to fix glitches.”
  • grinding
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players note that grinding is essential for new users to gather enough coins to access shops, often requiring extensive farming in the early levels to progress effectively.

    • “A new player will never be able to accumulate enough coins to make use of these shops without doing a bunch of farming in one of the early levels.”
    • “The grinding required to level up feels excessive and tedious, making the game less enjoyable.”
    • “I spent hours grinding for resources, but it felt like I was just going in circles without any real progress.”
  • optimization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's optimization is generally well-received, with users reporting smooth performance and overall satisfaction.

    • “Pretty good and runs smoothly so far.”
    • “The optimization is impressive, allowing for a seamless gaming experience.”
    • “I appreciate how well the game performs on lower-end systems without sacrificing quality.”
  • atmosphere
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere is characterized by vibrant and whimsical visuals, complemented by an enchanting sound design that together create a captivating fairy tale experience.

    • “The art style is vibrant and whimsical, perfectly capturing the fairy tale atmosphere.”
    • “The haunting soundtrack and ambient sounds create an immersive experience that draws you into the world.”
    • “The lighting and environmental details work together to evoke a sense of wonder and magic throughout the game.”
  • emotional
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game features a heartwarming narrative centered around a convicted criminal who regains her ability to fly, evoking strong emotional responses from players as they connect with her journey of redemption and freedom.

    • “A heartwarming story of a convicted criminal getting her ability to fly back.”
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The Glitch Fairy is a role playing shooter game with anime theme.

The Glitch Fairy is available on PC, Steam Deck, Windows, Xbox and others.

On average players spend around 3 hours playing The Glitch Fairy.

The Glitch Fairy was released on December 13, 2023.

The Glitch Fairy was developed by Cannoncow.

The Glitch Fairy has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its replayability.

The Glitch Fairy is a single player game.

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