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Chasm – reviews and rating

Chasm has an average rating of 83% based on 2 reviews from English-language gaming websites. Critics have slightly different opinions – the best rating was given by HardcoreGamer (4.5/5), the worst by Game Informer (7.5/10). The game was released on July 30, 2018 for PC, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, macOS, Linux and Nintendo Switch. Players on RAWG rate the game 78%.

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What critics praise
„Chasm is one of the finest Metroidvania games ever created. While the game’s developmental journey was longer than expected, the wait was well-worth it.“
What critics criticize
„Chasm features all of the Metroid hallmarks: creative upgrades, fearsome enemies, and gorgeous backdrops. Unfortunately, its twisting labyrinths feel randomly slapped together – which they are.“
7,5/10 Game Informer

Game info

Release date
Jul 30, 2018
Platforms
PCXbox OnePlayStation 4macOSLinuxNintendo Switch
Genres
AdventureActionRPGIndiePlatformer
Developer
Bit Kid, Inc.
Publisher
Bit Kid, Inc., Leadman Games
Average playtime
5 h
Reviews count
2

FAQ

What is the rating of Chasm?

Chasm has an average rating of 83% based on 2 reviews from English-language gaming websites. Critics have slightly different opinions – the best rating was given by HardcoreGamer (4.5/5), the worst by Game Informer (7.5/10).

When was Chasm released?

Chasm was released on July 30, 2018.

What platforms is Chasm available on?

Chasm is available for PC, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, macOS, Linux and Nintendo Switch.

How long does it take to beat Chasm?

Players on RAWG spend on average 5 hours playing Chasm.

Is Chasm worth playing?

Yes. With an average rating of 83%, Chasm is one of the highly rated games and critics recommend it.

Statistics

Critics consensus

Slightly different opinions

Spread of ratings
15 percentage points
Standard deviation
± 7,5
Best rating
4,5/5 HardcoreGamer
Worst rating
7,5/10 Game Informer

The distribution of rating

Number of reviews in rating ranges (%)

Ranking

  • #98 of 614 games released in 2018 better than 83 % of games

By the average of all reviews

Comparison of ratings

  • Our average2 reviews 83%
  • Players (RAWG)42 votes 78%

How players rate it

  • Exceptional 21 %
  • Recommended 55 %
  • Meh 19 %
  • Skip 5 %

42 votes · RAWG

Reviews

4,5/5
HardcoreGamer Aug 4, 2018
Chasm is one of the finest Metroidvania games ever created. While the game’s developmental journey was longer than expected, the wait was well-worth it. Every aspect of the game shows that a great deal of care was put into it and the attention to detail for the core gameplay pays off in spades. There are many different ways to play Chasm and all of them result in an unforgettable experience. It plays...
7,5/10
Game Informer Jul 31, 2018
Chasm features all of the Metroid hallmarks: creative upgrades, fearsome enemies, and gorgeous backdrops. Unfortunately, its twisting labyrinths feel randomly slapped together – which they are.

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