MainFrames

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73

Top Critic Average

61%

Critics Recommend

Nintendo Life
7 / 10
Pure Nintendo
6 / 10
Digital Chumps
8.5 / 10
Checkpoint Gaming
4.5 / 10
CGMagazine
7.5 / 10
PS4Blog.net
7.5 / 10
GameGrin
9 / 10
GameBlast
7.5 / 10
Creators: Assoupi, The Arcade Crew
Release Date: Mar 6, 2025 - PC, Nintendo Switch
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Critic Reviews for MainFrames

All told, Mainframes is a solid recommendation if you’re after a new precision/puzzle platformer that tries something relatively fresh with its desktop-bending premise. We would have liked to have seen a few clever nods to real-world software brands to really take advantage of its setup, but with its pleasant pixel-art visuals and gorgeously laid-back soundtrack, it’s a good way to spend a handful of hours. Just watch out for those difficulty spikes; they can be a real downer.

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Mainframes leaves me with an overall impression of muddledness, albeit executed with a sincere passion. It throws in ideas about platforming, collecting, and environmental manipulation. But maybe some of the excess should've been left on the cutting room floor so the rest could be more polished and its potential better realized. While I admit a measure of satisfaction in getting past the trickiest parts, there is nearly equal amounts of relief, which is not a good ratio. The difficulty spikes (even with accessibility options) never feel "cozy."

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If I was to call MainFrames a proof of concept, I would be grossly overlooking its stellar presentation of byte-sized platforming as a little floppy disk. Yes, it's difficult at times, but just about anyone can reach its end credits within a few hours. Developer Assoupi has nailed the platforming formula to a T; I can't wait for more!

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Checkpoint Gaming

Wil Bain
4.5 / 10.0
Checkpoint Gaming

MainFrames is a delight to look at, but less enjoyable to actually play. The charming and cute aesthetics can't save MainFrames from its simplistic gameplay which struggles to capitalise on its strong ideas.

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Outside of its standout aesthetics, MainFrames is a novel pixelated take on precision platforming and a love letter to both platforming and retro PC

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PS4Blog.net

EdEN
7.5 / 10.0
PS4Blog.net

Charming 2D platformer set within the windows and desktop of a PC

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MainFrames is, simply, a lovely retro-themed puzzle platformer with humour, challenge, and some brain-straining mechanics to master. While not easy, the satisfying controls and charming world will make it hard to put down.

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MainFrames stands out for its creativity in transforming a digital environment into a charismatic platform and puzzle adventure. The mechanics of manipulating windows and icons are well explored, bringing varied challenges and keeping the experience dynamic. On the other hand, the irregular difficulty and moments of trial and error can make progression frustrating, especially in the more advanced stages. Still, for those looking for an enjoyable experience and willing to overcome some barriers, MainFrames delivers an original concept with very creative moments.

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