Gish Shows Odd Physics-Based Indie Platforming Flair

Thanks to Gamers With Jobs for its group review of Chronic Logic's PC "physics-based [2D] platform game" Gish, which was briefly mentioned on Slashdot Games earlier this week. The reviewers seem impressed, arguing: "Gish is one of the few 'modern' platformers I can think of. What I mean is that it actually uses modern technology to enhance the gameplay, instead of making prettier versions of NES games", and highlighting "the spectacular physics engine, which they use to full effect in the puzzles and enemies." The article also points to a downloadable demo of the product, as well as a recent interview with the creators, in which Gish's developers, Chronic Logic, "the crew behind the acclaimed Bridge Builder/Pontifex series", are further quizzed.

Comments

Great game!

[Wuukie]

I played the demo when Slashdot last mentioned the game. I was really impressed. The game is so original and the physics are really interesting and fun.

Head-to-head game with my friend was even more fun! I'm really looking forward to seeing what these guys are doing in future.

Yesterday I bought the download version of it and I recommend it fully. It's cheap for such a good game. Well, at least 20 euros is not bad here in Finland, when "big PC games" cost 45-55 euros.

Re:A+ for effort D- for implementation

[LSD-OBS]

The jump system is truly awful

Maybe gamers these days just aren't used to keyboards? The menus are easily navigated with keyboard shortcuts, and I had the jump system mastered after about 5 minutes' practice. I suppose I like a game that requires to you get the knack of something a bit tricky.

I'm in agreement about the other points. The levels are a bit frustrating and dull. I think that they really need to add more colour and animation to the levels, and possibly scale them down a bit so that you can see more of the level in one screen.

first linux game i want to buy

[rednuhter]

I will buy this the moment its released on Linux, I played the demo on a windows machine at work and loved it, just the right level of difficulty.

This would be a great game for the more capable handhelds like the new Nintendo DS or old GBA.

I do agree the jump system could be easier, but its still fun