Metascore
59

Mixed or average reviews - based on 6 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1 out of 6
  2. Negative: 2 out of 6
  1. Aug 8, 2014
    80
    While the problematic menus and glaring lack of single-player content invariably creeps in, tarnishing what is otherwise an essential title, Orbital Gear remains a refreshing and deftly executed take on multiplayer gaming that more developers should consider.
  2. Aug 21, 2014
    65
    Orbital Gear can be a frantic shooter that pulls you in with its gravitational gimmickry, but lacks the forward momentum to keep me playing for long.
  3. Aug 8, 2014
    65
    There’s a solid foundation to Orbital Gear. The momentum-based aerial acrobatics are fluid, and mastering them is rewarding. The weapons are varied, and it’s interesting how they interact with the game world. It’s disappointing then, as the delay they have in firing is at odds with the one-to-one ease of movement the game is built around.
  4. Sep 4, 2014
    60
    A strange bi-dimensional shooter that plays with gravity and testes player's reflexes. There aren't enough maps and modes to properly support the main idea, though.
  5. Sep 6, 2014
    40
    I know games like this take a lot of work from creators with a very small budget, but sometimes, an idea just isn’t that great.
  6. Nov 2, 2014
    35
    Side-scrolling combat games aren't new, and plenty of them are heftier, more substantial and cheaper than this one. Steam users can do better.
User Score
7.0

Mixed or average reviews- based on 10 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 10
  2. Negative: 2 out of 10
  1. Feb 23, 2018
    4
    Single player is abysmal while online is empty. It can be good in split screen mode with friends at least.
  2. Aug 23, 2023
    8
    Very good game. I enjoyed playing this game a lot. I strongly recommend this.
  3. Dec 31, 2015
    10
    Stylish and dynamic game, with different levels. There are several characters with unique weapons and abilities. The game is pretty stylishStylish and dynamic game, with different levels. There are several characters with unique weapons and abilities. The game is pretty stylish and beautiful. Full Review »