Cloudbuilt

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User Score
7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 37 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 23 out of 37
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 37
  3. Negative: 3 out of 37

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  1. 8fortime
    Mar 31, 2014
    9
    Cloudbuilt is a speedrunners wet dream and a grace to your eyes. The graphics are beautiful and the music almost outshines it with it´s retro-feel. The controls are tight so you feel like you´re in full control, which makes it even more soothing beating a level.
    Being Coilworks first game makes this a damn impressive game.
  2. dostende
    Apr 16, 2014
    9
    This is the game I'd make if I had the persistence to actually finish making a game for once.

    As far as non-gameplay things go, it fulfills a bunch of criteria I've always had that I've never seen combined into a single game before. 1. It's visually unique and colorful. 2. The main character's a woman for once. 3. She's got high tech armor with jets! 4. She's not sexualized! 5. The    This is the game I'd make if I had the persistence to actually finish making a game for once.

    As far as non-gameplay things go, it fulfills a bunch of criteria I've always had that I've never seen combined into a single game before.
    1. It's visually unique and colorful.
    2. The main character's a woman for once.
    3. She's got high tech armor with jets!
    4. She's not sexualized!
    5. The story is surreal and personal.
    6. There's very little violence. The only things you shoot are totally inhuman robots and turrets, and often times the best option is to run past them instead of fight.

    And for gameplay, it combines all my favorite things:
    1. It's fast. Real fast.
    2. It forces you to repeat things until you perfect them, with zero loading time between runs.
    3. It has countless moments that make you think "nailed it!".
    4. Your main competitor is yourself.

    I only have two minor complains.
    1. The levels are very open with multiple paths, but some of the paths feel completely pointless. You get the sense that not everything was placed with thought and purpose.
    2. The controls are not quite as tight as they could be. I often find myself wondering, "Why did my character just do that?" That being said, this feeling seems to be waning as I play more, so I guess they just take some time getting used to.    … Expand
  3. SenshudoTV
    Mar 20, 2014
    9
    While this is Coilworks first game, Cloudbuilt is a tough but extremely fun game to play, offering beautiful graphics, and an epic soundtrack. This is by far Indie Game of the year so far! It’s a must buy, and would be extremely good fun to watch how Speed Runners tackle the challenge. I would love to see Cloudbuilt on consoles at a later date (which hasn’t been fully ruled out yet).
  4. NoPanDa
    Apr 3, 2014
    10
    Might take a few minutes to get used to the controls but it's worth it. I have never had this much freedom in any puzzle game. This is the most negative thing I have to say about the game.

    The gameplay, graphics, story and gameplay are just wonderful and are all beautifully put together. I'd say it's a must play for anyone that calls himself a gamer.
  5. ZeroFahrenheit
    Apr 13, 2014
    10
    Cloudbuilt is one of my favorite games. I feel the negative reviews are fueled by frustrated gamers who simply don't have the skill to play this game. As one of the top ranking players I'll say that this game is hardcore and has VERY precise controls. There is no assisted controls which I feel a less competent gamer will mistake as inaccurate. The movements have multiple differentCloudbuilt is one of my favorite games. I feel the negative reviews are fueled by frustrated gamers who simply don't have the skill to play this game. As one of the top ranking players I'll say that this game is hardcore and has VERY precise controls. There is no assisted controls which I feel a less competent gamer will mistake as inaccurate. The movements have multiple different combination that most players wont figure out even if they complete all the levels. The difficulty is high and I found myself frustrated by the second level!

    Graphically I'd say this game is good, It looks good and reminds me of how maps in Borderlands render.

    Game play is great, rewarding to get your first S rank runs and see your name in the top ten leader boards. The maps flow well and you will either find yourself blasting through the levels simply to reach the exit. Or dodging all but key enemies to get that perfect run.

    Audio is awesome, I don't recall who made the soundtrack but it really matches the futuristic and fast paced environment of Cloudbuilt.

    Replay value is definitely lthere. I'll put money against anyone who says they will clear every level with an A rank their first run through. Heck, Ill give them ten tries a level to get A rank with money on the line!

    Overall, I feel Cloudbuilt should be pulling at least an 80 in score on Metacritic. I'm giving it 100 because I truly love the game and it is the best speed running game I have played since Marble Blast Ultra.    … Expand
  6. DaGleese
    Jul 13, 2014
    9
    I really do like this game, it really brings back a feeling of nostalgia, like I'm playing a game on my Sega Dreamcast. The visuals are obviously far greater tha the dreamcast could output, but the fast responsive gameplay, the colours, the level by level approach. I've missed this!

    This game is essentially what the Sonic the Hedgehog games SHOULD have become if Sega and Sonic Team    I really do like this game, it really brings back a feeling of nostalgia, like I'm playing a game on my Sega Dreamcast. The visuals are obviously far greater tha the dreamcast could output, but the fast responsive gameplay, the colours, the level by level approach. I've missed this!

    This game is essentially what the Sonic the Hedgehog games SHOULD have become if Sega and Sonic Team actually knew what they were doing! It's a complete blast! There is no set way to beat a level, you are limited in what you can do with your movement, but basically you are given an obstacle course, and how you make it from start to finish is entirely up to you. It's a refreshing change from the usual "press this button now, then follow this exact path" kind of gameplay that seems to dominate the market these days in platformers.    … Expand
  7. DecryptedGaming
    Jan 19, 2015
    8
    One of the most satisfying parkour games to date. With tons of missions, an interesting plot, and with a few flaws, you have an indie game that might have out-done Mirror's Edge!

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Metascore
72

Mixed or average reviews - based on 17 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 17
  3. Negative: 0 out of 17
  1. Games.cz
    May 27, 2014
    80
    The game's story should have explained why we are trying to jump with the heroine protagonist through floating levels in the air. But nonetheless, Cloudbuilt is a perfect platformer that will charm you with a booster-like tempo along with its graphics.
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  2. Destructoid
    May 10, 2014
    60
    It's frustrating to play and frustrating to recommend. I like the style, I like the parkour mechanics overall, but there's a lot of junk to contend with. The antagonistic design (minefields everywhere) is one thing, but the unforgiving checkpoints and limited lives lead to a lot of repetition.
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  3. Games Master UK
    May 4, 2014
    82
    Beautiful and ruthlessly addictive. Be prepared to lose your time. And the feeling in your fingers. [June 2014, p.68]
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