Grapple Whip (2022)

Developer: NanningsGames
Platforms: Windows, Linux
Genres: Action
Rating: 3.3 of 5, 15 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 1.1 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A fast-paced and challenging platformer where you swing through levels with precision, collecting gems and avoiding traps.

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What players say

Players are sharply divided: some call it a decent distraction for young children, but most warn that the Steam version is a badly ported cash grab with unresponsive controls and broken momentum. The free browser versions on Newgrounds and Game Jolt reportedly work much better.

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