ULTRATORO
- February 9, 2024
- Retsa Games
Runner/racing game where you avoid obstacles in a torus.Made for the Black and White Jam 2022, with the theme "loop".Use arrow keys for turning and jumping.Code, graphics, music and sound by me.www.retsagames.com
Reviews
- The game features a simple yet challenging gameplay that keeps players engaged, especially for those aiming for high scores and collectibles.
- The cyberpunk theme and aesthetic are visually appealing, complemented by great music and audio design that enhance the overall experience.
- The game offers a lot of content, including a level creator and workshop, which are intuitive to use and add to the replayability.
- Some players may find the gameplay repetitive over time, as it revolves around the same core mechanics.
- The story is minimal, consisting mainly of small cinematics that may not be enough for those seeking a deeper narrative.
- While the controls are generally accurate, some players might expect more depth or complexity in the driving mechanics.
- gameplay4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is described as simple yet challenging, providing an engaging experience for players who aim to collect all coins and compete on leaderboards. Overall, first impressions indicate a positive reception after nearly an hour of play.
“As first impressions in almost an hour of play, I'm liking it. The gameplay is simple but challenging, especially if you want to collect all the coins and compete in the leaderboards.”
“As first impressions in almost an hour of play, I'm liking it. The gameplay is simple but challenging, especially if you want to collect all the coins and compete in the leaderboards.”
“As first impressions in almost an hour of play, I'm enjoying it. The gameplay is straightforward yet not too easy, especially if you want to grab all the coins and fight for a spot in the rankings.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are highly praised for their striking cyberpunk theme and aesthetic, which adds a visually captivating element to the game.
“The cyberpunk theme and aesthetic are also really cool.”
- story2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story is delivered through small cinematics that players unlock by completing levels, offering a substantial amount of content. Additionally, the inclusion of a workshop and level creator enhances the experience, with the latter being noted for its intuitive design.
“The story consists of small cinematics that you unlock as you beat levels, and it seems to have a lot of content, with the workshop and the level creator that I only went in for a second to look at, and it seems quite intuitive to use.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music and audio design are highly praised for their seamless integration with the game's aesthetic, enhancing the overall immersive experience.
“The environment, music, and audio design match perfectly with the aesthetic of the game.”