VVVVVV (2010)

- Developer
- Terry Cavanagh
- Platforms
- Windows, macOS, Linux
- Genres
- Action, Indie
- Rating
- 4.8 of 5, 10,500 player ratings
- Typical playtime
- about 3.2 hours
- Where to get it
- Steam
How it feels
A tight, unforgiving precision platformer where you flip gravity instead of jumping, with frequent checkpoints that keep the flow fast and frustration brief.
precision platformerchallengingfast-pacedminimalistretrogreat soundtrackpunishingexploration
What players say
Players praise the clever use of a single gravity-flip mechanic and the generous checkpointing that keeps even tough rooms from feeling punishing. The short run-time and iconic soundtrack are frequently noted, though a minority finds the level design mediocre outside a few standout sections.
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