Vertigo Void
- October 30, 2015
- James de Silva
Get on Steam"Vertigo Void is a 3D puzzle-platformer with over 200 levels, featuring items that manipulate gameplay and a robust level editor. Players control a lone astronaut, navigating challenging environments and avoiding the Sun's wrath. The game supports Xbox 360 controllers and is compatible with Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems."
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- The game features over 200 levels, providing a substantial amount of content for puzzle enthusiasts.
- It has a charming aesthetic and calming music, making it a relaxing experience.
- The unique mechanics and spatial reasoning challenges offer a fresh take on puzzle gameplay.
- The level design is criticized for being uninspired, with blocks floating in empty space.
- The 30-second timer creates unnecessary pressure, making it difficult to appreciate the level layout.
- Gameplay can become repetitive and boring after a short period, leading to a lack of engagement.
- gameplay4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay features unique mechanics centered around gravity manipulation, allowing players to walk on different surfaces, but some users found the execution of these mechanics challenging and unclear. Overall, it is described as a clever puzzler that combines simple movement with innovative 3D elements, offering a fresh experience.
“Clever little puzzler, with some unique mechanics I haven't really seen in any other game.”
“Simple mechanics of moving on each block and then the game puts you into the third dimension with walking around blocks and taking leaps of faith.”
“Mechanics seem to rely on the ability to rotate gravity so that you can walk on the sides or under the structure, but after button mashing for a bit, I found no way to execute this mechanic.”
“Simple mechanics of moving on each block, and then the game puts you into the third dimension with walking around blocks and taking leaps of faith.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics are characterized by a refined pixelated aesthetic that enhances the experience of navigating a 3D platforming environment. Players appreciate the unique visual style, which complements the gameplay mechanics of perspective shifting and exploration.
“I liked the aesthetic and loved the idea of an astronaut exploring a platforming system in 3D where one has to change perspective to find the next correct place to jump, explore, and activate buttons to complete the level.”
“The graphics are pixelated but still have a refined feel to them, something you don't get in many Unity games right now.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as soothing and effectively enhances the overall experience, making it a perfect accompaniment for a relaxing puzzle game that players can enjoy at any time.
“The music is soothing and complements the game to create a finished product: a relaxing puzzle game to play to wind down at any time of the day.”
“The soundtrack perfectly enhances the atmosphere, making every moment in the game feel immersive and engaging.”
“I love how the music adapts to the gameplay, creating a dynamic experience that keeps me hooked.”
