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Gravity Circuit is an independent action, platform, and beat ’em up game where a ninja-like robot must fight against evil forces threatening a post-apocalyptic world populated by sentient machines. It was developed by Domesticated Ant Games and initially released on July 13, 2023.
The game features side-scrolling gameplay, a charming retro aesthetic, smooth animations, and unmistakable Mega Man inspiration, even though its combat focuses not on so much on shooting, but on hand-to-hand fighting, including combos and chained attacks. It may be described as one of those love letters to the classics of the ’80s and ’90s, blending nostalgia with technical precision, but packaged in a polished, modern experience with its own unique concepts.
Published by PID Games and Dear Villagers and released for Linux, Windows, Macintosh, PlayStation 4, Switch, and PlayStation 5, Gravity Circuit has been generally well-received by critics. In addition, it enjoys overwhelming positive ratings on online PC distribution platforms, at least as of this publication.
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Gameplay
Gravity Circuit combines 2D action and platforming with a strong emphasis on close-quarters combat and acrobatic movement. Players control Kai, a lone warrior who wields the powers of the mysterious Gravity Circuit to face an enemy organization known as the Virus Army, which, unsurprisingly, threatens to take over the world.
The level structure follows the classic model of games like Mega Man, offering 12 distinct stages, each with its own set of enemies, traps, and a final boss. After defeating a boss, players unlock new abilities inspired by the defeated enemy’s powers, which can be acquired and equipped through an in-game shop.
Combat combines physical attacks, throws, and special moves, allowing for short and fast combos. Enemies can be thrown against each other, and certain techniques—such as lifting opponents into the air or finishing them with aerial attacks—add variety to battles. There are also fighting mechanics inspired by classics such as Street Fighter II, including simple attack commands similar to iconic moves such as Shoryuken or Tatsumaki Senpukyaku, with easy activation reminiscent of Smash Bros.
The movement system is enhanced by a retractable grappling hook, which can be used to strike enemies, hang from ceilings and platforms, or propel the character to new areas. This tool is essential for both combat and exploration.
Throughout the stages, players can also rescue civilian robots and discover secrets and permanent upgrades, such as increased health and special energy. Collected resources are used to acquire new techniques and recover health and energy at checkpoints, which become more expensive with each use.
The game features a simple progression system, without complex RPG elements, prioritizing action pace, precise controls, and fluid animations. The main campaign lasts approximately eight hours, and this duration can be extended by searching for items and unlocking extra modes after completing the story.
Skills and upgrades
It’s worth highlighting that, in addition to the abilities unlocked by defeating bosses, Kai can equip chips collected during stages to customize attacks and attributes, such as health, energy, and mobility. Each chip provides specific effects, like additional aerial attacks or combo improvements, allowing players to adapt their combat style. Acquiring chips and upgrades depends both on exploring the levels and rescuing civilian robots, encouraging attention to secrets and optional challenges.
About the game
About the game Gravity Circuit is a flashy action packed 2D platformer in the spirit of console classics. Follow Kai, a lone operative war hero who harnesses the mysterious powers of the Gravity Circuit, on an adventure in a futuristic world inhabited by sentient robots.
Mission: Stop the Virus Army’s Uprising!
In a post-apocalyptic world populated by sentient robots, its inhabitants are once more threatened by an old foe, the Virus Army. Defeated decades ago, it has re-emerged from the shadows with a unique goal, complete world domination. Severely weakened Guardian Corps are left with no other choice but to call upon a hero of the previous war: the lone operative, Kai, who harnesses the powers of the mysterious Gravity Circuit. As the world’s last line of defense, journey through futuristic environments, and take down the evil mastermind behind this chaos.
Reminiscent of classic platformers from the 80s and 90s, with action dialed to maximum, channel your power into your fists and send foes flying, or grapple them to get up close and personal. In your quest you will acquire many new powers, which will allow you to go even further beyond!
- Action packed platforming – By channeling your energy into devastating punches, perform satisfying combos and send foes flying, causing destruction and mayhem in the process!
- Save the innocent, and power up! – Stages are packed with secrets and innocent civilians alike. Uncover and rescue them, and unlock new powers!
- Single player campaign with 12 stages – Each with their unique set of mechanics, your platforming and combat skills will be tested against an armada of enemies and bosses!
- Gravity Circuit is in active development by a small and dedicated core team. You can follow the game’s development via Twitter.
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Details
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- Size: 310 MB
- License: Commercial
- Operational systems: Windows Vista/7/8/10/11
- Developer(s) and/or publisher(s): Domesticated Ant Games, PID Games, Dear Villagers
- Categories: Action, Fighting, Platform
- Added by: Valewson