I wouldn't recommend this to anyone but the most hardcore fans of physics-based climbing games. It looks great and the movement system is slick and works well. I'd say it plays better than similar climbing games like City Climber and Heave Ho. But the game is also just too damn punishing! The checkpoints are really far apart and every time you die you loose so much progress it's a real struggle to work up the will to keep going.
Kernmantle
- Release Date:
- Oct 4, 2020
- Developer:
- North of Earth
- Publisher:
- North of Earth
- Platforms:
- Windows
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About This Game
One of the following gamepads is currently required to play:
• XBox 360
• XBox One
• PS4
• Switch Pro Controller
• Any XInput-compatible device
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User Reviews
A rather demanding, but surprisingly fair physics based platformer. Gameplay: You walk (or awkwardly run if you can manage) and climb (mostly climb) through a series of vertical challenges by controlling individual limbs with your thumb-sticks and try to survive various hazards and get to the top. The level design is very good and no gimmick felt overused. I'd even say some elements were a bit underused, like swinging balls and rotating wheels - I wouldn't have minded to see them used again, because they were so much fun! I think fans of Heave Ho!, Human Fall Flat and Getting Over It would definitely enjoy this game. Presentation: The game has a simple but consistent art style - nothing looks out of place (except perhaps for some of the hazards a little bit) and it doesn't feel "cheap". The sound design is superb - everything sounds like it feels it should and things like grabbing sound give important feedback while climbing, but never get annoying. Music pops up only occasionally, ...
System Requirements
Minimum
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: 64-bit Windows
- Processor: Intel i5 or better
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: GTX 750 or better
- Storage: 500 MB available space
- Additional Notes: Currently supported gamepads: XBox 360, XBox One, PS4, Switch Pro Controller, any XInput-compatible device
Recommended
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
FAQ
How much does Kernmantle cost?
Kernmantle costs $9.99.
What are the system requirements for Kernmantle?
Minimum: Minimum: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: 64-bit Windows Processor: Intel i5 or better Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: GTX 750 or better Storage: 500 MB available space Additional Notes: Currently supported gamepads: XBox 360, XBox One, PS4, Switch Pro Controller, any XInput-compatible device Recommended: Recommended: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
What platforms is Kernmantle available on?
Kernmantle is available on Windows PC.
Is Kernmantle worth buying?
Kernmantle has 100% positive reviews from 6 players.
When was Kernmantle released?
Kernmantle was released on Oct 4, 2020.
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