Summary
- Release Year: 2015
- Genres: Indie
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows)
Cloudrift: A Whimsical and Chaotic Multiplayer Party Game
Released in 2015, Cloudrift is a vibrant and chaotic multiplayer party game that’s perfect for a night in with friends. Developed by the independent studio, Cobra Mobile, Cloudrift is a procedurally generated experience like no other, with colorful clouds, mysterious power-ups, and hilarious physics-based gameplay.
Gameplay
Cloudrift is a simple game to learn, but difficult to master. Players control one of two cartoonish characters who are trying to stay atop a colorful, wibbly wobbly cloud. The cloud is constantly moving and changing shape, and players must use their wits and agility to stay on top.
To make things more challenging, mysterious and powerful items fall from the sky. These items can help players stay on the cloud, attack their opponents, or even change the shape of the cloud itself. Players must learn to use these items strategically in order to survive.
Multiplayer
Cloudrift is best enjoyed with friends. The game supports up to four players, and there are a variety of different multiplayer modes to choose from. In the main mode, players compete to stay on the cloud for as long as possible. Other modes include:
- Last Cloud Standing: Players compete to be the last one standing on the cloud.
- Cloud Tag: One player is designated as the “tagger” and must try to tag the other players.
- Cloud Dodgeball: Players use power-ups to throw dodgeballs at each other.
Procedural Generation
One of the things that makes Cloudrift so unique is its procedurally generated levels. This means that the cloud is different every time you play. This keeps the game fresh and exciting, and it ensures that you’ll never play the same level twice.
Power-Ups
There are a variety of different power-ups that can fall from the sky in Cloudrift. These power-ups can give players a variety of abilities, such as:
- Speed Boost: Increases the player’s speed.
- Jump Boost: Increases the player’s jump height.
- Invisibility: Makes the player invisible to other players.
- Cloud Control: Allows the player to control the movement of the cloud.
Players must learn to use these power-ups strategically in order to survive.
Physics
The physics in Cloudrift are hilarious and unpredictable. This makes the game even more chaotic and fun. Players can use the physics to their advantage, or they can be their downfall.
Visuals
Cloudrift has a bright and colorful art style that’s sure to appeal to players of all ages. The game’s characters are cartoonish and expressive, and the cloud is constantly changing and evolving.
Audio
The audio in Cloudrift is whimsical and upbeat. The game’s music is catchy and fun, and the sound effects are hilarious.
Overall
Cloudrift is a fantastic local multiplayer party game that’s perfect for a night in with friends. The game’s procedurally generated levels and power-ups make for a unique and endlessly replayable experience. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a complete novice, you’re sure to have a blast playing Cloudrift.
9/10
Review Score
8/10
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