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Gearbits

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Released October 9, 2023
sample: 400 reviews posted after launch (108 AI-classified)
94/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 97 % · 464 reviews (« Very Positive »)
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Players are logging well over ten hours each, sinking into Gearbits' mecha‑heavy combat loops. Steam’s overall sentiment is 97% positive (96% since launch), and the lion’s share of praise targets gameplay – 86 positive mentions out of 95.

What it's about: Fast-paced mecha themed third person shooter.

In-game

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« This game manages to be a better Muv-Luv simulator than Project Mikhail. »
👍 anonymous review · Dec 2023 · 13 h played1
« Legally distinct armored core, a love letter to mecha games While short, its very fun Managed to 100% this game, I hope you have or will too »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2025 · 13 h played1
« The "8 minutes of death" achievement name was a VERY DIRTY one you pulled there quackpond games 10/10 if you know, you know »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2026 · 6 h played1
« Fun game with a lot of weapon/mech variety. The DLC is also a fun challenging addition to the game. Wish more mech games on steam controlled as fluently as the mechs here »
👍 anonymous review · Apr 2024 · 24 h played1111
« I await the day this game either gets another dlc or a squeal but alas I must wait a little longer »
👍 anonymous review · Apr 2025 · 8 h played1
« Weapon choice? Different mechs to choose from? Alien bugs and mech bandits? Controller support??! You spoil me, Gearbits! »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2024 · 2 h played
« One of the later missions forces you to deliberately hamstring yourself and if you don't, you die. This is absolutely unacceptable. »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2025 · 9 h played2
« We have Armored Core at home, but it's Great Value brand. »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2025 · 1 h played2
« Daemon X Machina if it were a buggy mess »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 0 h played1
« the massive waves of enemies is really fun, but I was expecting more mecha customization »
👎 anonymous review · Feb 2024 · 0 h played
« For $10 this game is fantastic. I'd have paid more the combat is simple but offers a high skill ceiling. would love a potential co-op mode so I could play it with friends! »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2024 · 10 h played

In players' words

« This game manages to be a better Muv-Luv simulator than Project Mikhail. »
👍 anonymous review · Dec 2023 · 13 h played1
« One of the later missions forces you to deliberately hamstring yourself and if you don't, you die. This is absolutely unacceptable. »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2025 · 9 h played2
« Legally distinct armored core, a love letter to mecha games While short, its very fun Managed to 100% this game, I hope you have or will too »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2025 · 13 h played1
« We have Armored Core at home, but it's Great Value brand. »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2025 · 1 h played2
« The "8 minutes of death" achievement name was a VERY DIRTY one you pulled there quackpond games 10/10 if you know, you know »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2026 · 6 h played1
« Daemon X Machina if it were a buggy mess »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 0 h played1
« Fun game with a lot of weapon/mech variety. The DLC is also a fun challenging addition to the game. Wish more mech games on steam controlled as fluently as the mechs here »
👍 anonymous review · Apr 2024 · 24 h played1111
« the massive waves of enemies is really fun, but I was expecting more mecha customization »
👎 anonymous review · Feb 2024 · 0 h played
« I await the day this game either gets another dlc or a squeal but alas I must wait a little longer »
👍 anonymous review · Apr 2025 · 8 h played1
« For $10 this game is fantastic. I'd have paid more the combat is simple but offers a high skill ceiling. would love a potential co-op mode so I could play it with friends! »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2024 · 10 h played
« Weapon choice? Different mechs to choose from? Alien bugs and mech bandits? Controller support??! You spoil me, Gearbits! »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2024 · 2 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
91 % pos · n=95
Story / writing
86 % pos · n=28
Value for money
96 % pos · n=25
Content / longevity
89 % pos · n=19
Graphics / art
86 % pos · n=14
Performance
58 % pos · n=12
Audio / music
33 % pos · n=9
Interface / UX
0 % pos · n=6
Multiplayer
0 % pos · n=4
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=3
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay958645
Story / writing282413
Value for money252401
Content / longevity191720
Graphics / art141202
Performance12705
Audio / music9306
Interface / UX6015
Multiplayer4004
Stability / bugs3003

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 9.7 h on median; those who dislike it: 1.3 h.

🪤 60 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.

<2h
55 % (n=20)
2-10h
97 % (n=190)
10-25h
99 % (n=159)
>25h
100 % (n=31)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Dec 2023 : 94% positive94DecJan 2024 : 100% positive100JanOct 2024 : 99% positive99OctNov 2024 : 100% positive100NovDec 2024 : 93% positive93DecFeb 2025 : 100% positive100FebAug 2025 : 87% positive87AugJan 2026 : 95% positive95Jan

% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).

💶 Price history

€7.78€8.39€9.01€9.63€10.25€8.28

Steam price tracked automatically since Oct 12, 2026 · All-time low: €8.28 (Oct 12, 2026)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

5,9 % Moderate

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 15 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 20,8 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • Gameplay dominates praise: 86 positive mentions out of 95
  • Content depth celebrated: 17 positive mentions out of 19
  • Price praised as a bargain: 24 positive mentions out of 25
  • Story resonates: 24 positive mentions out of 28
  • Graphics receive strong nods: 12 positive mentions out of 14

Weaknesses

  • Performance hiccups noted: 5 negative mentions out of 12
  • Audio quality draws criticism: 6 negative mentions out of 9
  • UI frustrates players: 5 negative mentions out of 6
  • Multiplayer is poorly received: 4 negative mentions out of 4

Who is it for?

Fans of mecha‑centric action, retro‑styled indie titles, and players who value deep customization will thrive, provided they can overlook occasional performance and UI rough edges.

Is Gearbits worth it in 2026?

Overall yes, the community is won over: 97% of 464 Steam reviews are positive (player score 94/100). Most-praised strength: Gameplay dominates praise. Current price: 9,75€.

Verdict

Gearbits delivers a tightly crafted action experience that earns a Very Positive rating on Steam, buoyed by its engaging gameplay, rich content, and attractive price. While technical flaws in performance, audio, and UI hold it back for perfectionists, the game’s strengths make it a compelling pick for mecha enthusiasts and indie action seekers alike.

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