Vector Classic

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Vector Classic is a single player casual platformer game. It was developed by NEKKI and was released on October 20, 2012. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Vector Classic" is an action-packed parkour-inspired game where you, as a free runner, break free from a totalitarian system and race through dystopian rooftops, pursued by "Big Brother." With intuitive controls and challenging level designs, players must time their moves perfectly to avoid capture. The game is inspired by the principles of Parkour and offers fast-paced, lifelike gameplay.

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76%

Audience ScoreBased on 5,278 reviews

graphics77 positive mentions

monetization365 negative mentions

The game offers a nostalgic experience with smooth controls and engaging parkour mechanics.
The graphics and animations are well-designed, making the gameplay visually appealing.
The challenge of collecting all three stars for each level adds replay value and keeps the game interesting.

The game suffers from frequent crashes and lag, especially on newer devices like the Galaxy S6 and S7.
There are intrusive ads even in the paid version, which detracts from the overall experience.
The controls can be unresponsive, leading to frustrating moments where jumps or speed boosts do not register correctly.

monetization
394 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback from users, who express frustration over the presence of ads in a paid version that was expected to be ad-free. Many players feel misled, as they paid for the game with the assumption that it would eliminate ads, only to find themselves bombarded with advertisements and in-app purchases that detract from the overall experience. The consensus is clear: players believe that a paid game should not include ads, and the current model has led to disappointment and dissatisfaction.
- “No ads, and overall a good game.”
- “The game balance is perfect, it has in-app purchases, but it doesn't press you to buy stuff that much.”
- “The in-game purchases are only for convenience and are not mandatory.”
- “I paid for this game, then why these ads??”
- “What is the point of purchasing the full version if i'll still be bombarded with ads?”
- “I paid for the full version and still got ads, plus it crashes every time I play it!”
graphics
109 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
71%
26%
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Overall, the graphics of the game have received a positive reception, with many users praising the art style, animations, and visual aesthetics as impressive and well-executed. However, some players have reported issues with lag and performance, particularly on older devices, which detracts from the overall experience. Despite these concerns, the graphics are often highlighted as a standout feature, contributing to the game's appeal.
- “The graphics are amazing, and the gameplay is so realistic it is sick.”
- “Vector is a fantastically fast-paced parkour game with sublime graphics, simple touch controls, and is an absolute joy to play.”
- “This game is very addictive and the graphics are pleasing enough to call the game 'beautiful'.”
- “Could have been much better because it doesn't have graphics settings so that I can lower it and play on my old phone.”
- “The graphics are this bad and the game can still lag on the best 2014 phone.”
- “Too many graphic issues, sometimes entire sections of buildings are missing, and it seems you are running in midair, which makes the timing maddeningly frustrating at times.”
gameplay
97 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of the game is generally praised for its smooth controls, engaging mechanics, and realistic parkour elements, making it enjoyable and challenging. However, many users note that it can become repetitive, particularly due to the need for grinding to unlock stages and achieve high scores. Additionally, some players have reported issues with controls, bugs, and the presence of ads, which detract from the overall experience.
- “Vector is one of the best Nekki masterpieces that nailed the gameplay and left some great nostalgia from the past.”
- “The gameplay is amazing, controls are very intuitive and the graphics fit the game perfectly.”
- “Smooth control, great visuals, and fun gameplay are all well adjusted into this game.”
- “Gameplay is repetitive; stages must be unlocked by either acing the stage before it or buying it with coins, meaning you'll be grinding out the same stages multiple times.”
- “Gameplay is janky; the paths the game makes you take for 3 stars are quite out of the way for where I feel is a natural direction.”
- “Its controls are unresponsive, the music is repetitive, it feels bogged down by in-app purchases even though the app costs money to download, there are annoying ads, and the gameplay just gets repetitive after a while.”
story
86 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story revolves around a simple yet engaging premise of escaping a facility and living as a runaway, with players facing choices that impact their journey. While many appreciate the classic narrative and smooth gameplay, some critiques highlight the repetitive missions and a desire for more depth and customization in the story. Overall, the storyline is generally well-received, with players expressing a wish for further expansions and updates to enhance the experience.
- “It's a classic, great story and gameplay with fun physics.”
- “The story, the art style is amazing.. everything about this game is an absolute masterpiece.”
- “Honestly, Nekki is such a great dev team, they have mastered an incredibly smooth game with amazing graphics, a large variety of challenging levels, an intriguing story, and perfectly simple controls.”
- “Absolutely terrible... controls are the worst and infuriating, story is garbage and AI is broken, do not buy this game.”
- “I feel cheated; I thought there would be so much more, like gear, equipment, stages, heck some characters to choose from with their own story.”
- “I love the game and the story, but the controls f#@king suck.”
stability
39 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability has been widely criticized, with numerous users reporting frequent glitches, freezes, and unresponsive controls that hinder gameplay. While some players note that the game runs well on certain devices, the overall experience is marred by persistent bugs that affect performance and enjoyment. Many users express frustration over the game's lack of polish, suggesting that it requires significant updates to address these issues.
- “It runs great and no ads so far.”
- “When this game runs, it runs great.”
- “Sweet game, runs great on Epic 4G.”
- “I cannot complete it since the menu for buying tricks is so buggy now.”
- “The game will freeze but still continue in the background, so when it unfreezes you've missed what you needed to do or hit a wall.”
- “Keeps force closing and it freezes up my phone!”
music
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally praised for its beauty and ability to enhance the gameplay experience, with many users highlighting the soundtrack as a standout feature. However, there are complaints about the repetitiveness of the tracks, sound bugs, and the inability to play custom music while gaming. Overall, while the soundtrack is appreciated, players desire more variety and improvements in sound management.
- “And that soundtrack is super beautiful and it keeps on increasing your thrill every second by the incredible instruments used to create it.”
- “Great game, it's somewhat challenging at parts and has an amazing soundtrack.”
- “Absolutely insane game, perfect to listen to music to and chill.”
- “The music is repetitive; it feels bogged down by in-app purchases even though the app costs money to download, there are annoying ads, and the gameplay just gets repetitive after a while.”
- “What I don't like is the one track of music that keeps looping, and it's not even good music.”
- “The worst thing is when I turned the game off and the music keeps playing very loudly in the background.”
optimization
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, user feedback on optimization is mixed, with many players experiencing significant performance issues such as stuttering and UI elements being cut off on various devices. While some users appreciate the game's parkour mechanics and smooth performance on certain phones, others express frustration over the lack of optimization, especially on older models. Many are calling for updates to improve the game's performance and reduce intrusive ads.
- “Best performance of parkour.”
- “Good game runs smoothly.”
- “It runs smoothly and the parkour element is enjoyable.”
- “Wouldn't consider this to be a mobile game until it gets optimized for mobile.”
- “Unfortunately, this game isn't optimized for my phone so the pause button is off the screen.”
- “For a phone that tears through GTA 3 and other games, this poor performance of what is essentially a 2D game is intolerable.”
humor
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with many users finding it genuinely funny and entertaining, often highlighting the comedic elements of the gameplay and ragdoll physics. Additionally, some players noted that the ads, surprisingly, added to the overall fun experience. Overall, the game successfully delivers a humorous experience that resonates well with its audience.
- “On a last note, the ads made this game (funny enough) more fun to play.”
- “A childhood friend plus the ragdoll is stupidly funny, lmao.”
- “Awesome game, it's really funny sometimes.”
grinding
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be a double-edged sword; while it can be tedious and repetitive—often requiring multiple attempts to achieve 3 stars on levels—it also contributes to the game's overall enjoyment for some. Many reviewers express frustration with the forced nature of grinding, particularly when it detracts from the fun and story elements, yet some still appreciate the challenge it presents. Overall, the grinding is seen as a significant part of the gameplay experience, with mixed feelings about its necessity and execution.
- “Gameplay is repetitive; stages must be unlocked by either acing the stage before it or buying it with coins, meaning you'll be grinding out the same stages multiple times.”
- “Fun game, but difficult at the same time. It turns from having fun to having to grind to get 3 stars on each level to actually play the game because that's 90% of the gameplay: grinding.”
- “Forced grinding should be a crime.”
replayability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is widely regarded as highly replayable, with many users praising its addictive nature and the variety of alternative play styles that enhance replay value. Despite some desires for deeper content, the abundance of levels and bonus material contributes to its enduring appeal, making it a worthwhile investment for players seeking long-term engagement.
- “Very solid and addictive game in my opinion and endlessly replayable.”
- “Highly replayable even after all these years.”
- “Loads of levels, bonus material, and a high replay value.”
- “Would like to see a little more depth, but graphics are 5; replay value is very high.”
- “Challenging with a lot of replay value.”
- “The devs easily deserve the $0.99 it'll cost you, and it's definitely worth it to clear ads, unlock bonus content, and increase replayability.”