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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Microsoft® Windows® 7 / 8 / 10 Processeur : 1.2 GHz processor Mémoire vive : 512 MB de mémoire Graphiques : DirectX 8-compatible graphics card with at least 32MB of video memory DirectX : Version 9.0c Espace disque : 150 MB d'espace disque disponible Notes supplémentaires : Microsoft Xbox 360 Controller or Direct Input compatible controller

Recommended: Système d'exploitation *: Microsoft® Windows® 7 / 8 / 10 Processeur : 1.4GHz processor or faster Mémoire vive : 1 GB de mémoire Graphiques : DirectX 8-compatible graphics card with at least 32MB of video memory DirectX : Version 9.0c Réseau : connexion internet haut débit Espace disque : 150 MB d'espace disque disponible Notes supplémentaires : Microsoft Xbox 360 Controller or Direct Input compatible controller

Flywrench

Hidden gem
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Released August 24, 2015
sample: 375 reviews posted after launch (178 AI-classified)
94/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 96 % · 375 reviews (« Very Positive »)
6,89€ 3,78€ -45%🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

At the heart of Flywrench is a relentless synesthetic core: 30 players out of 30 can’t stop raving about the music. From launch day to now, 96 % of all Steam reviews have remained overwhelmingly positive across 375 verdicts.

What it's about: Flywrench is a frenetic action game from the makers of Nidhogg about piloting an aerobatic ship through the depths of space.

In-game

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« It's like a bouncehouse mixed with a rave »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2015 · 7 h played1
« this is one of my favorite games in the whole wide world! beautiful audiovisual presentation, simple & deep mechanics/controls that wire straight into your brain, and a whole pile of class/style that just idk, makes it the best. must-play! »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2015 · 2 h played
« A must-play for any technical platformer fan. Amazing soundtrack, too. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2015 · 42 h played
« I regret not playing this sooner. If you enjoy games like Super Meat Boy and VVVVVV you need to play this. »
👍 anonymous review · May 2017 · 2 h played
« Spent thirty minutes trying to complete a level that was probably 12 seconds long. Loved every second of it. »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2015 · 2 h played
« ITS OFF THE FREAKIN' CHAIN DUDES »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2015 · 6 h played
« Got this because I really liked nidhogg, but this is WAYYYY too simple to charge $9 for. I would maybe pay a dollar for this or play it for free on a website but $9 is outrageous for a game like this. »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2015 · 504 h played
« Getting through obstacles feels like a random chance thing, not a skill thing. Not really "fun". »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2015 · 1 h played
« Only for the challenge hungry. I got to mercury before I had to throw in the towel. The camera has a tendency to "snap" which can be very disorienting. »
👎 anonymous review · Oct 2019 · 2 h played
« just not my type of game. not too fond of rage games / very hard platformers »
👎 anonymous review · Feb 2023 · 6 h played
« The rules may run at 60 fps, but your graphics is capped at 10. Sorry. »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2021 · 8 h played
« du ei im dso ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ high right now »
👍 anonymous review · Feb 2023 · 5 h played

In players' words

« It's like a bouncehouse mixed with a rave »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2015 · 7 h played1
« Got this because I really liked nidhogg, but this is WAYYYY too simple to charge $9 for. I would maybe pay a dollar for this or play it for free on a website but $9 is outrageous for a game like this. »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2015 · 504 h played
« this is one of my favorite games in the whole wide world! beautiful audiovisual presentation, simple & deep mechanics/controls that wire straight into your brain, and a whole pile of class/style that just idk, makes it the best. must-play! »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2015 · 2 h played
« Getting through obstacles feels like a random chance thing, not a skill thing. Not really "fun". »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2015 · 1 h played
« A must-play for any technical platformer fan. Amazing soundtrack, too. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2015 · 42 h played
« Only for the challenge hungry. I got to mercury before I had to throw in the towel. The camera has a tendency to "snap" which can be very disorienting. »
👎 anonymous review · Oct 2019 · 2 h played
« I regret not playing this sooner. If you enjoy games like Super Meat Boy and VVVVVV you need to play this. »
👍 anonymous review · May 2017 · 2 h played
« just not my type of game. not too fond of rage games / very hard platformers »
👎 anonymous review · Feb 2023 · 6 h played
« Spent thirty minutes trying to complete a level that was probably 12 seconds long. Loved every second of it. »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2015 · 2 h played
« The rules may run at 60 fps, but your graphics is capped at 10. Sorry. »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2021 · 8 h played
« ITS OFF THE FREAKIN' CHAIN DUDES »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2015 · 6 h played
« du ei im dso ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ high right now »
👍 anonymous review · Feb 2023 · 5 h played

Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.

What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Gameplay
89 % pos · n=174
Audio / music
96 % pos · n=72
Graphics / art
94 % pos · n=33
Content / longevity
92 % pos · n=13
Value for money
100 % pos · n=11
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=8
Story / writing
43 % pos · n=7
Interface / UX
67 % pos · n=6
Performance
0 % pos · n=5
Multiplayer
0 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay1741541010
Audio / music726912
Graphics / art333111
Content / longevity131201
Value for money111100
Stability / bugs8008
Story / writing7313
Interface / UX6402
Performance5014
Multiplayer1001

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 5.5 h on median; those who dislike it: 3 h.

<2h
93 % (n=60)
2-10h
96 % (n=222)
10-25h
100 % (n=70)
>25h
96 % (n=23)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

0,8 % Hardcore

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 46 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 14,9 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • The soundtrack turns every session into a trance: 69 positive mentions out of 72.
  • Tight controls let reflexes shine: 154 positive mentions out of 174.
  • Stylized visuals draw praise in 31 favorable remarks out of 33.
  • Price tag never draws a complaint: 11 out of 11 reviews remain positive.
  • Those who invest 10–25 hours almost always leave delighted: 100 % positivity among that bracket.

Weaknesses

  • Bugs mar only a sliver of playthroughs: 8 negative mentions out of 8.
  • Performance bumps surface thinly—4 negative out of 5 reported issues.
  • Narrative is a non-starter for many: 3 positive out of 7 mentions.
  • UI snags nudge a small number of players—2 negative out of 6.

Who is it for?

Speed-seeking ears and reflex-driven reflexes will feel at home here. Story hunters or laid-back players may want to look elsewhere.

Is Flywrench worth it in 2026?

Yes, without reservation for most players: 96% of 375 Steam reviews are positive (player score 94/100). Most-praised strength: The soundtrack turns every session into a trance. Current price: 3,78€ (45% off).

Verdict

Flywrench delivers punishing precision wrapped in a hypnotic sheen, netting 96 % approval. Its musical heartbeat and razor-sharp controls make it a compact masterpiece of adrenaline-paced design.

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Flywrench: 94/100 by players — Gamer Reviews

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