Capsized (PC) (2011)

20140508: 23:34 ET to 24:29ET
This platformer is fun. In particular, I enjoyed using two of the primary game mechanics: a gravity gun and a grappling hook.

The scoring system was puzzling, because it didn't indicate the best possible score. Originally I was inclined to believe the best possible score was 10 stars, but I currently have a high score of 10.5 stars on the first level.

Use your hook to grapple ceilings.

In addition to the gravity gun and grappling hook, the game also has a variety of weapons that can be obtained throughout each level. It seems that different weapons are best suited against different enemies.

Part of the fun is to figure out how to interact and destroy different things. Of course, sometimes this can feel a little frustrating when playing for the first time.

Use your hook to pick up and launch objects.

Combining good music, great atmosphere, and manipulation of obstacles placed throughout the levels, this game reminds me of Trine (PC) (2009). However, the atmosphere in Trine is superior to the atmosphere in Capsized. Furthermore, Trine was much more addicting to play.

Some factors that make Trine the better game include the following: Trine is more beautiful, the medieval setting is more calming and/or welcoming than the space setting, equipment and gameplay in Trine are more intricate.

Firing the immolator.

With all that being said, Capsized is a good, fun game in its own right and definitely worth checking out if you enjoy platformers.

That's all I can think of to say for now. I'll have to give the game a closer look in the future.

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Drag heavy objects with your hook.

20160731:
I have notes that say the following:

Capsized. Steam Controller config wasn't ideal. Josh liked the music [and] atmosphere, but obviously the controls were off. We were using one of the community configs.

Firing the pulsar while using the jet pack.

Taking into account other entries in the same file as the note, it's most likely that Josh and I were playing several games with our Steam Controllers - namely Double Dragon Neon, Capsized (this game), and Crimzon Clover.

Steam Game Time: 99 minute (total game time)

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