As my review title suggests, the Adventures of Rad Gravity is an underrated gem. Featuring an open-world, non-linear galaxy to explore, varied platforming game-play, items and power-ups to collect (and a character that grows in strength over time), and perhaps most importantly a strong dose of humor and puzzle-solving elements add up to a memorable and engaging experience that will reward players who look past its slow start and unimpressive graphics.
The story features many twists and turns, and more about the plot is revealed as the game goes along. All you really need to know is that Rad is a charismatic, galaxy exploring, swashbuckling hero who flies his spaceship to various zany worlds, each with its own theme and challenges to overcome, ranging from the planet of dinosaurs to the volcano world, even to upside-down world. On his ship he is accompanied by his sidekick, a computer with a big eye who chats with Rad and gives him helpful tips between levels. Piloting the ship serves as a hub, and as Rad completes levels he accesses computers and downloads beam-down locations, thus gaining access to new worlds. In addition from going from world to world, unexpected plot developments may force Rad into certain unavoidable levels such as getting stuck in a meteor shower and finding a way to escape. When Rad encounters a end-level boss, rather than mindless blasting a more cerebral approach is often called for. No two bosses or challenges are solved in the same way, and all require a thoughtful approach to complete.
While the graphics and sound may not be incredibly impressive, they serve the game-play well, with functional cartoon-like graphics, interesting backgrounds and zany up-beat (albeit repetitive and obnoxious) music all serving to contextualize the adventure. It is unfortunate that perhaps the unimpressive graphics and sound perhaps contributed to this game's lack of popularity (it only has 93 plays on this website to date). Those who look past these superficial shortcomings and stick with the game will be glad they did.
If you are looking for a very unique, fun, funny, challenging and deep platforming action-adventure, look no further than the Adventures of Rad Gravity for the Nintendo. You will be glad you did.
As my review title suggests, the Adventures of Rad Gravity is an underrated gem. Featuring an open-world, non-linear galaxy to explore, varied platforming game-play, items and power-ups to collect (and a character that grows in strength over time), and perhaps most importantly a strong dose of humor and puzzle-solving elements add up to a memorable and engaging experience that will reward players who look past its slow start and unimpressive graphics.
The story features many twists and turns, and more about the plot is revealed as the game goes along. All you really need to know is that Rad is a charismatic, galaxy exploring, swashbuckling hero who flies his spaceship to various zany worlds, each with its own theme and challenges to overcome, ranging from the planet of dinosaurs to the volcano world, even to upside-down world. On his ship he is accompanied by his sidekick, a computer with a big eye who chats with Rad and gives him helpful tips between levels. Piloting the ship serves as a hub, and as Rad completes levels he accesses computers and downloads beam-down locations, thus gaining access to new worlds. In addition from going from world to world, unexpected plot developments may force Rad into certain unavoidable levels such as getting stuck in a meteor shower and finding a way to escape. When Rad encounters a end-level boss, rather than mindless blasting a more cerebral approach is often called for. No two bosses or challenges are solved in the same way, and all require a thoughtful approach to complete.
While the graphics and sound may not be incredibly impressive, they serve the game-play well, with functional cartoon-like graphics, interesting backgrounds and zany up-beat (albeit repetitive and obnoxious) music all serving to contextualize the adventure. It is unfortunate that perhaps the unimpressive graphics and sound perhaps contributed to this game's lack of popularity (it only has 93 plays on this website to date). Those who look past these superficial shortcomings and stick with the game will be glad they did.
If you are looking for a very unique, fun, funny, challenging and deep platforming action-adventure, look no further than the Adventures of Rad Gravity for the Nintendo. You will be glad you did. 
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