Matterfall Reviews

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70 / 100
Aug 16, 2017

Effectful and entertaining arcade genre mix, which loses its charm quickly because of its very small scale and little replay value.

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Gameplanet
Top Critic
6 / 10.0
Aug 18, 2017

Matterfall contains some welcome formula tweaks and the usual level of Housemarque polish, but it's much less inspired than the Finnish studio's better shooters.

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7 / 10
Aug 16, 2017

Very good-looking and enjoyable with is nervous, but easy to understand, gameplay, Matterfall fells great but doesn't offer so much to do and ends too quickly. But if you're a scoring addict, it's definitely for you.

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Aug 15, 2017

MatterFall is crammed with interesting mechanics and there's something really lovable about its Metroid-meets-Contra-meets-Bullet-Hell style. It's just a shame that the levels aren't memorable enough or the enemies distinctive enough to make it another retro-arcade great. Throw in boss battles that go on way too long, and it's a solid shooter that will please enthusiasts, but not quite up there with Resogun or Nex Machina.

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Aug 14, 2017

Matterfall may not be the best product developed by Housemarque in recent years, but it is still a thrilling adventure that boasts excellent gameplay and gorgeous visuals.

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Ray Carsillo
Top Critic
8 / 10.0
Aug 14, 2017

Although a bit short and repetitive at times, the fast and frantic action of Matterfall is a delight if you prefer your gameplay more arcade-y and your goals to be focused on high scores and conquering leaderboards rather than saving the world.

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7.5 / 10.0
Aug 15, 2017

Occasionally cumbersome controls and a generic sci-fi aesthetic do little to deter from a tight, addictive and explosive shooter.

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8 / 10.0
Aug 15, 2017

Despite closing weaker than it starts, there's a lot to like about Matterfall‘s unique blend of platforming and shooting. It's great to see Housemarque trying something new, and besides some tricky controls, they nail most of their ideas flawlessly. PlayStation 4 owners can safely rack this up as yet another Housemarque gem.

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8 / 10
Aug 15, 2017

Matterfall is the kind of game Housemarque does best – easy to learn, but a little harder to master. Achievement hunters will find themselves speedrunning and shooting through for the high score points, while other players will have loads of fun with the zero-G and Matter mechanics. Matterfall's quick and frantic gameplay won't be for everyone, but for those who really dig sci-fi and shooters, it is definitely a must-get.

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8.5 / 10.0
Aug 15, 2017

There's not much to Matterfall, but there doesn't need to be. Once again, Housemarque has made a tight little game with polished mechanics that's sure to delight.

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8 / 10.0
Aug 14, 2017

Matterfall makes short, but extremely addicting game. With great music and graphics, it will verify your skills, but more casual players also can find there a lot of fun. Sadly, there is no cooperation.

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6 / 10.0
Aug 30, 2017

Unfortunately, Matterfall never quite comes together, despite its short runtime

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8.1 / 10.0
Aug 22, 2017

For fans of Housemarque's work, and 2.5D shooters alike. Be ready for punishment!

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3.6 / 5.0
Aug 17, 2017

For me, as great and occasionally teeth grindingly frustrating an experience that Matterfall was, it was a one and done experience and I have no desire to come back to the game in its current state.

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7.5 / 10.0
Aug 15, 2017

Matterfall is a nostalgic rievocation of Nineties' coin-ops. It's an hybrid shooter, that combines side-scrolling with flying sections and platforming. It throws the player into the gameplay without premises, making him to survive among aliens, robots and bullet-hell levels. Its challenging gameplay will be a great thing for every person who lived the last coin-op era, but also modern gamers may have the will to try it.

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9 / 10.0
Aug 15, 2017

Matterfall is a fluid, frenetic, explosively colourful arcade shooter sure to satisfy both casual players and high-score chasers.

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8.5 / 10.0
Aug 14, 2017

A clever side-scrolling shoot 'em up that's got style and flair, whose blistering action should make you forgive its short length

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8 / 10
Aug 15, 2017

On the whole, Matterfall's presentation and gameplay are solid with enough twists to Housemarque's existing formula to make it a fun little distraction. If you're craving for an action-fuelled romp beyond the usual AAA, big budget releases, Matterfall is worth considering.

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Digitally Downloaded
Sam M.
Top Critic
Sep 27, 2017

If you can handle the uncomfortable controls, you'll be able to immerse yourself in some good old platformer shooting fun.

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8 / 10.0
Sep 2, 2017

Matterfall is an engaging and at times, fascinating game which has honored Housemarque once again with its brilliant control and nearly flawless gameplay. Unfortunately, the enemies you'll face are not really active as you'd expect and are quite predictable, replaying the same level more than once can be quite boring and unlike their previous titles, the lack of content and the short length of the game, decreases the replay value.

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