Steam Review: Rivals of Aether

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Rivals of Aether

Steam
Overwhelmingly Positive· 27.8K reviews
  • Indie
Developer
Aether Studios
Publisher
Aether Studios
Released
Mar 28, 2017
-50%$29.99$14.99

AI Review Summary of Rivals of Aether

The reviews overwhelmingly praise Rivals of Aether for its engaging gameplay, extensive modding support, and community. While a few reviews express criticisms regarding game mechanics and content size, the general consensus regards it as an excellent platform fighter that surpasses many expectations, especially with the workshop.

Pros

  • Exceptional modding community providing endless custom characters and stages.
  • Excellent gameplay mechanics that compare favorably to Super Smash Bros.
  • Great controls and smooth game experience, even without mods.
  • The game is highly customizable, fun, and offers a variety of modes.
  • Active community and continuous content updates via workshop.

Cons

  • Limited base content without mods, relying heavily on the workshop.
  • Some criticism about the balance and mechanics, such as lack of grabs or guard options.
  • Concerns about the small size of the workshop and mod quality at times.
  • A few comments on game performance or controls not being perfect, especially in the sequel.
  • Some political controversies mentioned, though they are not directly related to game quality.

Recommendation

> Based on the review data, I would highly recommend Rivals of Aether, especially for fans of platform fighters who enjoy custom mods and community-driven content.

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