VALHALL Tests
- September 30, 2019
- Blackrose Arts
Get on SteamVALHALL Tests is a challenging physics-based platformer that puts your problem-solving skills to the test. As a lone hero, navigate through treacherous environments and overcome obstacles using creative solutions. With its unique mechanics and hand-drawn art style, VALHALL Tests offers a fresh take on the platformer genre.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game has beautiful graphics and runs smoothly, showcasing its potential.
- The melee combat is deep and engaging, with many players excited for future updates.
- The developers are responsive to the community, and there is optimism about the game's future improvements.
- The game currently feels barebones, with limited gameplay options and numerous bugs.
- Many players have experienced issues with movement and crashes, leading to frustration.
- There are concerns about the game's early access state, with some fearing it may be a cash grab.
- graphics5 mentions
- 80 % positive mentions
- -40 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are generally praised for their beauty and smoothness, with some users expressing amazement at the visuals when functioning properly. However, there are reports of inconsistent quality, particularly at higher settings, and the current gameplay experience is limited to exploring a waiting arena rather than a full game. Overall, while the graphics have potential, they are still in a rough testing phase.
“Beautiful graphics and looks amazing when it works.”
“The game feels smooth and the graphics are beautiful.”
“I'm just blown away by the graphics, sounds, movement, etc.”
“The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish you'd expect from a modern game.”
“The environments are bland and uninspired, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“Character models look stiff and lifeless, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- music1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised, particularly in the mode where players test out weapons, enhancing the overall experience.
“The music is very good, especially in the game mode where you try out weapons.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players express concern that the game's monetization strategy may lean towards being a cash grab, raising doubts about its long-term value and fulfillment of promises.
“I still have great hopes for this game, but I also won't be surprised if it turns out to be a cash grab that never comes out as promised.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users are eager to know when they will have the opportunity to test the gameplay for the battle royale (BR) mode, indicating a strong interest in experiencing the mechanics and features firsthand.
“When can we actually test out the gameplay for battle royale?”
“The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks variety.”
“I encountered numerous bugs that severely impacted the gameplay experience.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its impressive visuals and excellent optimization, resulting in no performance issues during gameplay.
“It looks amazing, and you have no performance issues in this beautifully optimized game.”
“The optimization is top-notch, allowing for smooth gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
“I appreciate how well the game runs; the developers clearly put a lot of effort into optimization.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users express a desire for more content and experiences in the game, even if it comes with bugs or crashes, considering the $25 price point.
“I would like to experience more, even if it's buggy or crashes, for the $25 I just paid.”
