VVVVVV
By Terry Cavanagh
Reverse gravity to move between floors and ceilings, timing each flip around hazards.
TAKE A CLOSER LOOK
Inside the game
THE QUICK INTRODUCTION
What’s it all about?
VVVVVV changes the basic platforming action: you reverse gravity instead of jumping. That makes the ceiling part of every route and turns a narrow gap into a question about where the next landing will occur. Moving horizontally while falling is just as important as choosing when to flip.
Checkpoints divide difficult passages into attempts you can revisit quickly. Reaching one is a practical goal even when the whole room looks daunting. The visual style is spare, but some sequences still require accurate timing and patience. Its small installation makes it relevant to this catalogue, while the official store remains the place to check compatibility with your particular computer.
Your kind of game if…
You want a compact platformer built around a clear but demanding movement rule.
GET OFF TO A GOOD START
How to play
- Identify the surface you will land on after a gravity flip.
- Move sideways to avoid hazards during the fall.
- Reach checkpoints before tackling the next difficult passage.
- Adjust one part of the timing after each failed attempt.