This game is rated ESRB: Everyone 10+ for Mild Language, Fantasy Violence and Alcohol Reference.
Matterfall is a 2017 arcade shooter developed by Housemarque for PlayStation 4, set against a backdrop of an alien crystalline substance called Smart Matter that has infected and destabilized human civilization. Players navigate side-scrolling environments as a combat soldier equipped with both firearms and the ability to manipulate Smart Matter itself, using it offensively and defensively to manage swarms of enemies and hazardous terrain. The game blends precise platforming with the bullet-hell intensity Housemarque is known for, demanding careful movement and resource management as threats escalate across each level. Score-chasing mechanics reward skilled play, encouraging aggressive and stylish approaches to enemy encounters. The combination of responsive controls, dense enemy patterns, and the dual-purpose matter mechanic gives the game a layered feel that distinguishes it within the studio's catalog of arcade-oriented action titles.
