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Verlet Swing

PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch • 2018

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Quick resume

Verlet Swing brings you energetic swinging in a world that would be best described as a fever dream. Swing fast, don't crash and reach the goal as fast as possible!

Global score

88/100

Genres

Action, Indie, Platform, Shooter, Simulator

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    Pros

    • Fluid and satisfying swinging mechanics
    • Unique vaporwave aesthetic and soundtrack
    • Challenging but rewarding gameplay
    • Level editor and community content
    • Strong speedrunning and leaderboard support

    Cons

    • Steep difficulty spike in final levels
    • Precision required can be frustrating
    • Lack of narrative or multiplayer modes
    • Some imprecise grappling targeting
    • Visual effects may cause discomfort for some

    Motivations

    • Autonomy

      Game with the same Autonomy vibe

      4

      "Players have freedom to choose their own paths and use momentum and swinging mechanics creatively to complete levels."

      Capsule for Crumble Crumble

      "Players have freedom to choose their own routes, explore different swinging paths, and decide their own pace and style of play."

    • Competence

      Game with the same Competence vibe

      4

      "The game rewards skillful play with upgrades and challenges, and mastering the swinging mechanic requires practice and precision."

      Capsule for Bionic Commando Bionic Commando

      "Game requires mastering challenging swinging mechanics and precise timing, with skill improvement rewarded by better times and leaderboard positions."

    • Competition

      Game with the same Competition vibe

      4

      "Strong emphasis on speedrunning and leaderboard rankings encourages players to compare their times and skills with others."

      Capsule for Lovely Planet Lovely Planet

      "Strong emphasis on speedrunning, leaderboards, and beating others' times, motivating players to compete for rankings."

    • Continuation

      Game with the same Continuation vibe

      3

      "Players engage in repeated runs with a desire to improve and overcome difficulty despite frequent failures."

      Capsule for As Far As The Eye As Far As The Eye

      "Players report habitual play and repeated attempts to perfect runs, though some find difficulty spikes discouraging at the end."

    • Cooperation

      Game with the same Cooperation vibe

      -4

      "Gameplay is primarily solo with no cooperative modes; focus is on individual performance."

      Capsule for Open Hexagon Open Hexagon

      "Gameplay is primarily solo; no multiplayer or cooperative modes, focus is on individual performance."

    • Creativity

      Game with the same Creativity vibe

      3

      "Includes a level editor allowing players to create and share custom levels, fostering creativity."

      Capsule for Offspring Fling! Offspring Fling!

      "Level editor and community-created levels allow players to create and modify content, extending gameplay variety."

    • Domination

      Game with the same Domination vibe

      -3

      "Interactions are mostly equal; no evidence of exerting control or superiority over others."

      Capsule for DR LIVESEY ROM AND DEATH EDITION DR LIVESEY ROM AND DEATH EDITION

      "Interactions are equal and individual; no evidence of exerting control or superiority over others."

    • Escapism

      Game with the same Escapism vibe

      4

      "Strong escapism through immersive surreal and fantasy environments and music."

      Capsule for Senza Peso Senza Peso

      "Vaporwave aesthetic, surreal visuals, and immersive swinging mechanics provide strong escapist experience."

    • Expectation

      Game with the same Expectation vibe

      -4

      "Players engage voluntarily out of intrinsic interest and enjoyment, not due to obligation or pressure."

      Capsule for Tiny Rogues Tiny Rogues

      "Players engage voluntarily out of intrinsic interest and enjoyment, not due to obligation or pressure."

    • Experimenting

      Game with the same Experimenting vibe

      3

      "Players explore different routes and speeds to find optimal paths, experimenting with timing and strategies."

      Capsule for FOTONICA FOTONICA

      "Players experiment with different swinging routes and techniques to optimize times and explore level possibilities."

    • Exploration

      Game with the same Exploration vibe

      2

      "Some discovery of shortcuts and secrets within levels, though environments are relatively small and structured."

      Capsule for Lovely Planet Lovely Planet

      "Levels encourage discovering alternate paths and hidden shortcuts, though environments are mostly fixed."

    • Expression

      Game with the same Expression vibe

      2

      "Customization mainly through level creation and sharing; no character or avatar personalization."

      Capsule for I, Zombie I, Zombie

      "Customization mainly through level creation and personal playstyle; no character or avatar personalization."

    • Fantasy

      Game with the same Fantasy vibe

      3

      "Surreal dystopian narrative and vaporwave aesthetic create imaginative fiction"

      Capsule for NO THING NO THING

      "Surreal vaporwave worlds and improbable swinging physics create a strong imaginative fiction experience."

    • Fellowship

      Game with the same Fellowship vibe

      -3

      "Minimal social connection; community exists but gameplay is primarily solo."

      Capsule for Stone Story RPG Stone Story RPG

      "Minimal social connection; community exists but gameplay is focused on solo challenges."

    • Growth

      Game with the same Growth vibe

      4

      "Players develop skills in swinging, momentum control, and platforming, showing clear learning and improvement."

      Capsule for Windlands Windlands

      "Players develop skill mastery over swinging mechanics and level navigation, with clear learning curve."

    • Health

      Game with the same Health vibe

      -4

      "Sedentary gameplay; no physical activity or rehab elements."

      Capsule for Lawn Mowing Simulator Lawn Mowing Simulator

      "Sedentary gameplay requiring focused sitting; no physical activity or rehab elements."

    • Idle

      Game with the same Idle vibe

      -3

      "Requires continuous attention and focus; gameplay is fast-paced and demanding."

      Capsule for STALCRAFT: X STALCRAFT: X

      "Requires continuous attention and focus; fast-paced gameplay with instant restarts."

    • Intimacy

      Game with the same Intimacy vibe

      -4

      "No evidence of close relationships or emotional sharing; mostly individual play."

      Capsule for SUPER CHICKEN JUMPER SUPER CHICKEN JUMPER

      "No evidence of forming close relationships or emotional sharing; mostly individual play."

    • Leadership

      Game with the same Leadership vibe

      -4

      "No leadership or group management roles; players act independently."

      Capsule for Train Sim World® 2 Train Sim World® 2

      "No leadership or group management roles; players act independently."

    • Progression

      Game with the same Progression vibe

      3

      "Progression through levels, unlocking modes, and earning achievements."

      Capsule for Slash It 2 Slash It 2

      "Progression through unlocking levels, achieving better times, and completing challenges."

    • Relaxation

      Game with the same Relaxation vibe

      2

      "Early gameplay is relaxing and atmospheric, though difficulty spikes can cause tension."

      Capsule for BADLAND: Game of the Year Edition BADLAND: Game of the Year Edition

      "Early levels and vaporwave atmosphere provide relaxation, though later difficulty spikes increase tension."

    • Sensation

      Game with the same Sensation vibe

      4

      "Fast-paced movement, physics-based swinging, and vibrant visuals provide strong sensory stimulation and excitement."

      Capsule for Crumble Crumble

      "Strong sensory stimulation from visuals, music, and fast-paced swinging mechanics."

    • Status

      Game with the same Status vibe

      3

      "Leaderboards and achievements provide recognition and social status among players."

      Capsule for Little Racers STREET Little Racers STREET

      "Leaderboards and achievements provide recognition and social status among players."

    • Story

      Game with the same Story vibe

      -4

      "No narrative or plot; gameplay is context-free and focused on mechanics."

      Capsule for Ballionaire Ballionaire

      "No narrative or plot; gameplay is context-free and focused on mechanics."

    • Strategy

      Game with the same Strategy vibe

      3

      "Players plan routes, manage momentum, and time swings strategically to optimize performance."

      Capsule for Crumble Crumble

      "Players plan routes and timing to optimize swinging paths and times."

    • Thrill

      Game with the same Thrill vibe

      3

      "Excitement from risk in swinging and combat, with moments of tension and relief."

      Capsule for Windlands 2 Windlands 2

      "Excitement from speed, risk of failure, and challenge of precise swinging."

    • Value

      Game with the same Value vibe

      3

      "Generally considered good value especially on sale, with many hours of gameplay and replayability."

      Capsule for Crowntakers Crowntakers

      "Generally considered good value especially on sale, with hours of gameplay and replayability."

    • Violence

      Game with the same Violence vibe

      -5

      "No combat or destruction; gameplay centers on constructive navigation and platforming."

      Capsule for Marble Skies Marble Skies

      "No combat or destruction; gameplay centers on swinging and navigation."

    • Survival

      Game with the same Survival vibe

      3

      "Players must avoid hazards and manage momentum to survive levels, emphasizing avoidance of failure."

      Capsule for Tomato Jones Tomato Jones

      "Players must avoid failure by not touching obstacles and managing momentum."

    Analysis

    A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Competition, Status, Story, Expression. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Violence, Story, Fellowship.

    How to use the graph
    Similar games map

    Each dot is a game. They are arranged from the same motivation profile as in the “Motivations” section below. Closer dots usually mean more similar reasons to play (exploration, competition, relaxation, etc.)—not that one game is “better” than another.

    • Larger dot with a light outline: the game you are viewing.
    • Colour: groups of games with comparable motivation patterns (statistical clusters).
    • Hover a dot to see the game name; click to open its page.
    • Scroll or double-click the chart to zoom out and see more games.

    Why don’t the axes read like a score? This view uses t-SNE: it only keeps who is close to whom. The scales are not “good to bad” or hours played—they separate groups on the map. Read distance between dots, not the axis numbers.

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    Last update: 30/04/2026