Worbital

About

"Worbital" is a real-time action game that features local multi-player options for 2 players, including co-op and PvP modes. Command a planet, build structures and weapons, and exploit gravity to destroy enemy planets and be the last civilization standing. The game features unique weaponry, cosmic chaos, and is 100% scientifically inaccurate for maximum mayhem.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Co-Op Team up with friends to complete levels or missions together
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
PvP Player versus Player - Fight against other players in real-time, often in arena-style combat
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

87%

Audience ScoreBased on 314 reviews

story6 positive mentions

stability2 negative mentions

Worbital offers a unique and fun gameplay experience, especially when played with friends, combining strategy and chaotic action.
The game features a variety of weapons and mechanics that allow for creative strategies and tactics, making each match feel different.
The campaign mode is enjoyable and serves as a good introduction to the game's mechanics, while the multiplayer aspect can be a blast if you can gather friends to play.

The multiplayer community is nearly non-existent, making it difficult to find matches with real players, which significantly limits the game's replayability.
Controls can be unintuitive and frustrating, especially for new players, which detracts from the overall experience.
The game has not received updates in a long time, leading to concerns about its long-term viability and player engagement.

story
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
73%
9%
The game's story is generally considered simplistic and not the main draw, with many reviewers noting that it serves more as a backdrop for gameplay rather than a deep narrative experience. While the campaign missions are varied and feature character dialogue, they often present challenging scenarios that can feel unbalanced. Overall, the story is described as passable and entertaining enough to support the gameplay, but it lacks depth and complexity.
- “The campaign has a great story and the different timelines are interesting.”
- “The story wasn't too deep, but it was enough to entertain and felt like the right amount of immersion.”
- “Simple but compelling campaign mission story.”
- “The makers of Interplanetary have made a sequel with a story mode, but with a painful interface.”
- “It is clear that the campaign mode wasn't really intended to be the game's selling point due to the simplicity and shortness of the story itself.”
- “I didn't play any multiplayer, just the story, which consists of stupid chatty cartoon characters yelling at you while the missions become increasingly one-sided and unfair.”
gameplay
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
35%
53%
12%
The gameplay is characterized by quirky and addicting mechanics that blend fast-paced action with tactical elements, though some players find the controls and interface frustrating. While the game offers a fun and engaging experience, particularly with its unique planet health mechanic and orbital physics, it can become overwhelming due to the need for multitasking. Overall, opinions are mixed, with many appreciating the enjoyable aspects despite some criticisms regarding intuitiveness and control responsiveness.
- “While each session starts off in a slow buildup phase, gameplay gradually gets more hectic as you are trying to defend, upgrade, repair, and attack as quickly as possible, and sometimes all simultaneously.”
- “It's honestly the perfect blend of couch fun and actual tactical gameplay.”
- “I love what the devs have created; the gameplay is simple yet enjoyable, and the graphics are top notch.”
- “Fast-paced gameplay with highly questionable controls.”
- “The gameplay mostly consists of having to do multiple things at once, which is a very bad thing.”
- “- Counterintuitive game interface makes it harder for you to react to the fast-paced multiplayer gameplay.”
graphics
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
39%
17%
The game's graphics are generally praised for their colorful and quirky art style, reminiscent of Newgrounds, which may not appeal to everyone but adds a unique charm. Players appreciate the top-notch visuals and fast-paced gameplay, noting that the graphics enhance the overall experience, despite some critiques regarding the art style's childlike quality. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's enjoyment, with many highlighting the effective combination of aesthetics and gameplay dynamics.
- “I love what the devs have created, the gameplay is simple yet enjoyable, and the graphics are top notch.”
- “The graphics are colorful and well-represented, the gameplay is fast and often frantic, making for a satisfying and enjoyable experience.”
- “The graphics and quality are great, the gameplay is fast-paced and amazing, and it's so fun derailing planets.”
- “The artwork looks like a child drew it.”
- “Don't get fooled by the toony graphics, this game is intense.”
- “- the art style (it isn't for everyone)”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is widely praised for its humor, with players finding it consistently hilarious and enjoyable, even in the face of defeat. The combination of customization, unlocks, and chaotic gameplay contributes to a fun experience that justifies its price. Overall, the humor is a standout feature that enhances the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “A truly hilarious game.”
- “The amount of customization, unlocks, and fun from laughing is well worth the $13 I paid for it (and that wasn’t on sale).”
- “This game is hilarious and fun to play, with a strong core concept.”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
20%
40%
The game offers significant replayability through a diverse array of unlockable weapons and tactical builds, encouraging players to experiment with different combinations for varied play styles. The inclusion of a currency system, dark matter, further enhances replay value by allowing players to purchase new weapons and cosmetics, ensuring a fresh experience with each playthrough. Overall, players find the game to be highly engaging and fun due to its depth and variety.
- “It has a wide variety of weapons that I'm still unlocking, which really adds to the replayability and depth of tactics, making it more fun and interesting than its simple premise may present at first glance.”
- “Great fun, and very replayable as each different combination of weapons gives you a different play style.”
- “In order to maximize its replayability, the game also has a currency called dark matter, which can be used to buy new weapons and cosmetics.”
- “Also, replayability is immense.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The music in the game is generally praised for its quality and fitting the quirky art style, with a standout space-wartime soundtrack. However, some users note that the limited variety of tracks can lead to the music becoming repetitive over time.
- “The art style is fantastic, and the music is equally so.”
- “Enjoys a quirky art style (very Newgrounds to me) and a killer space-wartime soundtrack.”
- “And with very good music.”
- “The one music track in the game gets old pretty quick.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the campaign to be tedious and frustrating, often requiring excessive effort to progress, with some suggesting that a second life may be necessary to endure the experience.
- “Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding, as it allows you to unlock powerful abilities and gear.”
- “The grind is satisfying, with each level-up feeling like a significant achievement.”
- “I love how the grinding mechanics are balanced; it never feels tedious and always offers something new to strive for.”
- “The campaign is an overall tedious and painful experience.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, the game's stability is marked by several annoying bugs and glitches, which detract from the experience. While some players find it worth playing despite these issues, others note significant problems, including an unfinished feel and low player count.
- “Worbital has quite a lot of issues, including low player count, an unfinished game, and frequent glitches.”
- “Good game, has a few annoying bugs and glitches, but still very much worth it.”