Between Worlds
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About Between Worlds
Between Worlds is a narrative-driven platformer from Pletenica Studios, released in 2025 for PC. It follows MAT, a boy trapped in a distorted school environment, as he navigates shifting realities to uncover secrets. The game blends exploration, puzzle-solving, and combat, with a metroidvania-style approach that rewards revisiting areas after gaining new abilities. Its indie roots shine through in handcrafted level design and a moody, mysterious tone. The story focuses on MAT’s emotional journey, using environmental storytelling and cryptic dialogue to piece together his situation. With a single-player campaign averaging 12 hours, it’s a compact but dense adventure for fans of atmospheric platformers.
Gameplay
Between Worlds uses precise 2D platforming mechanics, requiring tight jumps and timing to navigate MAT through its shifting worlds. The core loop involves switching between two realities, one bright, one dark, to solve puzzles and bypass obstacles. For example, a locked door in the light world might be openable in the dark world, or enemies become inert when viewed through a shifted lens. Combat is simple but demands awareness; MAT uses a grappling hook-like tool to dodge and strike, with creature designs that adapt to each world’s physics. Progression hinges on acquiring abilities like double-jumps or wall slides, which unlock new paths. Sessions often involve backtracking, testing earlier areas with new tools. The controls are responsive, but the difficulty spikes occasionally, especially in later platforming sequences.
What Players Think
Between Worlds holds a 4.2/5 average rating on PlayPile, with 78% of players completing the main story. The community moods lean curious and determined, though 22% of reviews mention frustration with late-game platforming. Average playtime is 12 hours, with 30% of players logging over 15. Achievement completion sits at 85%, driven by collectibles hidden in both worlds. Positive reviews praise the "haunting atmosphere" and "clever world-shifting puzzles," while critics note "predictable combat" and "spike in difficulty." One player wrote, "The dual-world mechanic feels fresh, but some sections test patience." Another added, "A short but impactful story that lingers." The game’s 85% completion rate for achievements suggests most finish it, though some abandon it near the end.
PlayPile's Take
Between Worlds is worth playing for metroidvania fans who enjoy puzzle-platforming with a twist. Priced at $29.99, it offers a concise but memorable experience, particularly for those who appreciate its world-shifting mechanic and emotional narrative. While the difficulty curve and combat simplicity might deter some, the 85% achievement completion rate indicates most players find satisfaction. It’s not impressive, but its creative use of dual realities and 12-hour runtime make it a solid pick for a weekend playthrough. Skip if you dislike tight platforming or want a longer story.
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