Not sure how I managed to never hear about this game until a couple of days ago, but I'm glad I found it. It's an arcade/endless runner that's super minimal in both appearance and gameplay (you literally only have to use one button), but it surprised me with how thoughtful and complex the levels can get, especially on the higher difficulties. It's also visually and sonically pleasing, with a nice accompanying ambient electronic soundscape. Definitely get this one if you're at all interested!
FOTONICA
- Release Date:
- Nov 6, 2014
- Metacritic:
- 71
- Developer:
- Santa Ragione
- Publisher:
- Santa Ragione
- Platforms:
- Windows Mac Linux
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About This Game
FOTONICA is simple, but is not easy: it follows a tradition of arcade games that are easy to pick up and almost impossible to master. A multi-layered level design across eight different tracks, together with a procedural endless mode make for a game that is incredibly deep. Think you can outrun your friends? Try the split-screen versus challenges.
The visuals are a treat for the nostalgic player but also for those hungry for new aesthetics. Every pixel is drawn to convey the maximum sense of speed, an exhilarating journey through light and void.
Key features
- 8 Levels to explore and master.
- Plus 3 different endless levels to compete for high-scores.
- Four-player split-screen local multiplayer mode!
- 20 Achievements to unlock plus game stats.
- Online rankings.
- Beautiful, smooth, and unique vector-style graphics.
- Electronic music by Michael Manning, Nicolò Sala, and legendary composer Baiyon.
- 4 Difficulty settings to let you play an even faster version of FOTONICA.
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User Reviews
Easy to understand, difficult to master. Cool visuals, cool game. 10/10
TTrue Muscle Memory
Another running simulator for testing your reflexes avoiding obstacles. Something similar to Boson X, but way simplier. You only need one button for jumping...and that's it You can play it with one hand, while the other hand can grab a can of beer or Clipper de fresa
I really wanted to like this game, because the gameplay is easy/simple to get while being enjoyable for anybody, music is fine for what it is, and it looks visually nice when it's in black & white, but whenever you go into the "gold mode" for speed something about it from the distortion upon entering that speed to the bright piss yellow gold color around everything it feels like you're staring at a neon sign of a labyrinth while you're trying reading heiroglyphics underneath it. Genuinely nauseating for me, and it's been the only game in my life to do this. Never had this happen to me in Mirror's Edge, Super Cloudbuilt, Verlet Swing, Clustertruck, etc.
System Requirements
Minimum
- OS *: Windows XP SP3 +
- Processor: 2.0GHz CPU
- Memory: 2 GB RAM
- Graphics: 512MB graphics card
- Storage: 250 MB available space
Recommended
- Graphics: Pixel Shader 3.0
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
FAQ
How much does FOTONICA cost?
FOTONICA costs $14.99.
What are the system requirements for FOTONICA?
Minimum: Minimum: OS *: Windows XP SP3 + Processor: 2.0GHz CPU Memory: 2 GB RAM Graphics: 512MB graphics card Storage: 250 MB available space Recommended: Recommended: Graphics: Pixel Shader 3.0 Network: Broadband Internet connection
What platforms is FOTONICA available on?
FOTONICA is available on Windows PC, macOS, Linux.
Is FOTONICA worth buying?
FOTONICA has 86% positive reviews from 7 players. Metacritic score: 71/100.
When was FOTONICA released?
FOTONICA was released on Nov 6, 2014.
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