Up to Gods

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Up to Gods is a single player action game. It was developed by Kebabos and was released on November 17, 2023. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Story Humans and sins are intertwined. In a world where the gods can no longer turn a blind eye to the sins of humanity, chaos and death reign supreme. Earthquakes, floods, and more have brought civilization to the brink of collapse, and the human race is facing the threat of extinction. An ancient cult that knows they are at war with the gods has been waiting for this day. The most respec…

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Audience ScoreBased on 4 reviews

humor3 positive mentions

The game offers a meaningful story that motivates players to climb, removing the sense of pointlessness often found in parkour games.
Gameplay features brilliantly designed climbing challenges with intuitive controls and seamless mechanics, making for an engaging experience.
Visually appealing with vibrant colors and solid artwork, the game enhances the overall experience with effective sound effects.

The game has long stretches of unengaging gameplay, such as 10 minutes of sprinting through sand dunes, which can feel tedious.
Some players feel the game is just another clone of 'Only Up', lacking originality and contributing to a saturated genre.
While the story starts strong, it may not maintain its impact throughout the gameplay, leading to a less compelling experience.

story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game "Up to Gods" effectively integrates its climbing mechanics with a compelling narrative, featuring a cinematic opening that sets the philosophical tone. Players appreciate how the evolving map design complements the story, which culminates in a satisfying conclusion that aligns with the initial themes presented. Overall, the game is praised for elevating the storytelling aspect within its genre.
- “The story impressively incorporates philosophy for a game like this.”
- “The game offers a narrative that enhances the act of climbing.”
- “It is obvious that the game has an ending worthy of the story presented at the beginning.”
- “I guess this new genre of games was too lazy to make a story, but I see that 'Up to Gods' changes that.”
- “In the beginning, the game opens with a cinematic that tells a story.”
- “It is obvious that it has an ending worthy of the story presented at the beginning.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by well-designed upward climbing challenges that keep players engaged, supported by intuitive controls and smooth mechanics. While the initial voice acting adds humor, the experience eventually focuses primarily on the climbing elements.
- “The upward climbing challenges are brilliantly designed, keeping the gameplay engaging and fun.”
- “The intuitive controls and seamless mechanics make for a smooth experience.”
- “The voice acting adds a humorous touch at the start, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.”
- “The initial voice acting is amusing, but the gameplay quickly deteriorates into a repetitive experience.”
- “The gameplay lacks depth and quickly becomes monotonous.”
- “While the game starts off with some entertaining elements, it soon falls into a cycle of uninspired mechanics.”
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are praised for their solid artwork, contributing to a visually appealing experience that enhances the overall aesthetic of the game.
- “The visual aspects have significant meaning, and the artwork is solid.”
- “The graphics are stunning, bringing the game world to life with incredible detail.”
- “The vibrant colors and intricate designs create an immersive visual experience.”
- “The visual aspects have meaning, but the artwork feels solid yet uninspired.”
- “The graphics are outdated and lack the detail expected in modern games.”
- “Character models look bland and the environments are poorly designed.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is initially highlighted by amusing voice acting, but it quickly diminishes as the gameplay shifts focus, leading to a less engaging comedic experience.
- “The voice acting at the start is hilarious, but then it shifts to just gameplay.”
- “The humor in the dialogue keeps you entertained throughout the game.”
- “I love the witty one-liners and clever puns sprinkled throughout the gameplay.”