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Velocibox

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77%Game Brain Score
music, gameplay
stability, story
86% User Score Based on 392 reviews
Critic Score 64%Based on 7 reviews

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Velocibox is a challenging single-player arcade game with a sensational soundtrack, featuring 70+ deviously designed patterns and an ultra-difficult Super Velocibox mode. Reviews praise its accessibility for hardcore players, the satisfaction of mastering its patterns, and its place among greats in the genre. Prepare for many frustrating yet fun deaths, and a rewarding sense of accomplishment.

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86%
Audience ScoreBased on 399 reviews
music19 positive mentions
stability3 negative mentions
  • The game is extraordinarily fun and addictive, especially for fans of fast-paced, twitchy gameplay.
  • Controls are tight and responsive, allowing players to quickly restart after dying, which keeps the gameplay fluid.
  • The minimalist design and fast-paced music create an engaging atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.
  • The game suffers from significant bugs, particularly with collision detection, causing players to clip through obstacles and miss pickups.
  • The lack of checkpoints means players must restart from level 1 after every death, which can be frustrating and lead to repetitive gameplay.
  • The difficulty curve is steep, making it challenging for new players to progress and potentially leading to a sense of hopelessness.
  • music
    40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising its fast-paced and motivating nature that fits well with the gameplay, while others find it repetitive and bland, suggesting that it may be better to play with personal music instead. Overall, the soundtrack is described as addictive and fitting for the game's dynamics, but it can become annoying over extended play sessions. Many users recommend muting the in-game music to enhance their experience with their own playlists.

    • “The music is pretty good and fits the game very well.”
    • “The music is very addictive, and again the sound will keep you engaged.”
    • “The music is fast-paced, addictive, and has a great beat that motivates you to keep going.”
    • “I was top 100 at one point, but after a while of playing level 9 gets stale... best way to play is muting the game and using your own music.”
    • “The music and sound effects in this game waffle between irritating and bland.”
    • “The high difficulty is prohibitive, and the music is lackluster.”
  • gameplay
    28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of Velocibox is characterized by its fast-paced, simple mechanics that are easy to grasp but challenging to master, reminiscent of titles like Super Hexagon. While the core loop may feel bland to some, the gravity-flipping mechanic adds depth and variety to the experience, creating a chaotic yet addictive environment that encourages players to improve their skills. Overall, the game offers solid mechanics and slick visuals, appealing to fans of twitch gameplay despite some criticisms regarding its simplicity.

    • “Fast paced, challenging gameplay, and good graphics.”
    • “The simple design draws focus towards gameplay, even impressing spectators (especially if the player can gracefully navigate the hectic barricades set before them).”
    • “This is the definition of 'one more try!' gameplay, like some kind of super addictive fusion of Super Hexagon and the usual avoid-em-up action of an endless runner, the gameplay is super easy to get into but quickly ramps up into pure chaos making mastering the game a serious challenge.”
    • “While the game handles more or less decently in terms of gamepad support, engine and level design, the core gameplay loop is just very bland.”
    • “Unfortunately, the gameplay in Velocibox is extremely simple and there's little reward for getting better and progressing further in the game.”
    • “The inversion when flipping mechanic is one heck of a gameplay they were lax about.”
  • graphics
    22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are generally well-received, with many users praising their simplicity and polish, contributing to a stylish and vibrant aesthetic. While some describe the visuals as bland or simplistic, others highlight their effectiveness in enhancing the fast-paced gameplay and overall experience. The combination of good graphics and fitting music creates an engaging atmosphere, despite occasional performance issues on lower-end systems.

    • “The graphics and music are top-notch.”
    • “It amazes me how great the feelings of responsiveness and speed are with visuals so simple.”
    • “The game looks very stylish with sharp, colorful graphics.”
    • “Bland audiovisuals.”
    • “It's quite a simple game graphics-wise.”
    • “And the simple graphics of this game can't even be run on my $800 Inspiron at less than medium settings, yet I can play Call of Duty: World at War at higher settings?”
  • stability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game suffers from significant stability issues, including glitches such as disappearing objects and unintended interactions, which detract from the overall enjoyment and precision of gameplay. Players hope for future updates to address these problems.

    • “While a fun take on an established genre, the glitches and lack of precise controls leave this game overall unenjoyable.”
    • “Buggy: the cube disappears and sticks to walls.”
  • story
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is criticized for being minimal or non-existent, with some players feeling that it lacks depth and engagement, overshadowed by its combat mechanics. While the gameplay is enjoyable, the absence of a compelling narrative detracts from the overall experience.

    • “No story, no loot boxes, nothing extra.”
    • “Great game, but the combat and story are lacking.”
  • humor
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in rage games is often derived from the absurdity of the gameplay, making them entertaining to watch despite being frustrating to play. Players find a sense of accomplishment in overcoming challenges, which adds to the comedic experience, often comparing it favorably to other games like Super Hexagon.

    • “Rage games are hilarious to watch, yet so horrible to play.”
    • “More funny than Super Hexagon, but just as frustrating. There's a big sense of accomplishment when you finally beat the next level and realize you're always getting better!”
  • replayability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game boasts a high level of replayability, making it an excellent choice for players seeking a quick and engaging experience. However, success in replaying the game heavily relies on having quick reflexes and refined skills.

    • “It also has a high level of replayability and is a very small game to install, so if you're looking for a game to pass some time, then get this game.”
    • “Has great replayability, especially if you have lightning-quick reflexes and perfected future sight.”
  • grinding
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Many users find the grinding aspect of the game tedious and unenjoyable, indicating that it detracts from the overall gaming experience.

    • “This kind of game design is something I find extremely tedious and not fun at all.”
    • “The grinding feels endless and takes away from the enjoyment of the game.”
    • “I can't believe how much time I have to spend just to progress; it's exhausting.”

64%Critics’ scoreBased on 7 critic reviews

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