The Multi-Medium is an endearing and gorgeous 2D platformer that strikes a strong balance between fluid gameplay and an entertaining narrative.
The varying art styles are unique and beautiful in their own ways. The music is thematic and fitting for each level while also being enjoyable to sit back and listen to on its own. The characters and world are eccentric, exciting, humorous, or just down-right weird in all the right ways.
Gameplay wise, the basic controls are simple, responsive, and reliable enough for platforming. Each level introduces its own unique mechanics which offer a new twist on the default platforming without sacrificing simplicity in player controls.
The general structure of most of the levels involves basic control platforming to get used the the environment and music, followed by the introduction of a new mechanic and subsequent platforming utilizing it, and then, a creative and unique boss encounter to nicely tie everything together. Even though this level formula is generally applicable to most levels, it never feels repetitive and each level stands out on its own with collectibles available for the more explorative player and an overarching subplot to engross you in that universe.
The only issues I have with this game are that it might be a bit too easy for players that are familiar with platformers and that it felt a bit short by the time the credits rolled. Still, for only $6.99, I would absolutely recommend this game.
The varying art styles are unique and beautiful in their own ways. The music is thematic and fitting for each level while also being enjoyable to sit back and listen to on its own. The characters and world are eccentric, exciting, humorous, or just down-right weird in all the right ways.
Gameplay wise, the basic controls are simple, responsive, and reliable enough for platforming. Each level introduces its own unique mechanics which offer a new twist on the default platforming without sacrificing simplicity in player controls.
The general structure of most of the levels involves basic control platforming to get used the the environment and music, followed by the introduction of a new mechanic and subsequent platforming utilizing it, and then, a creative and unique boss encounter to nicely tie everything together. Even though this level formula is generally applicable to most levels, it never feels repetitive and each level stands out on its own with collectibles available for the more explorative player and an overarching subplot to engross you in that universe.
The only issues I have with this game are that it might be a bit too easy for players that are familiar with platformers and that it felt a bit short by the time the credits rolled. Still, for only $6.99, I would absolutely recommend this game.