About Elise

73%
Game Brain Score Based on 71 reviews
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  • graphics
  • music
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Dive into this first person puzzle adventure and become Owen Scott to rescue your daughter Elise, who has been kidnapped by the organisation known as Kiminster Labs. By doing it, you will discover the big piece of the puzzle that is About Elise as a whole.

  • PC
  • Windows
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73%
Audience ScoreBased on 71 reviews
story12 positive mentions
gameplay2 negative mentions
  • The game features a nice and stylized art style that many players appreciate.
  • The puzzles are engaging and provide a decent challenge, making them enjoyable for puzzle enthusiasts.
  • It's a short game that can be completed in under an hour, making it a quick and free experience for players.
  • The controls can be frustrating and clunky, leading to a less enjoyable gameplay experience.
  • Many puzzles lack clarity and logic, causing confusion and frustration for players.
  • The story is poorly executed and often conveyed through scattered notes, making it feel disjointed and unengaging.
  • story39 mentions

    The game's story receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it captivating and well-integrated with the puzzles, while others criticize it as predictable, poorly written, or lacking depth. Many appreciate the mysterious elements and emotional impact, but note that the narrative is often revealed through scattered notes, which can detract from the overall experience. Overall, while some players are drawn in by the story, others feel it falls short of expectations.

    • “About Elise is an excellent puzzle game that pulls out some thought-provoking scenarios as you follow the story.”
    • “It has a pretty mysterious and slow-developing story, and it all makes sense at the very end when it all comes together.”
    • “Good puzzle design, a magnificent OST, a simple yet engaging story, and an ending you may not see coming.”
    • “For a free puzzler, this is one of the better titles, although the story does feel a bit lackluster as the plot is only revealed through sheets of paper scattered over the course of the game.”
    • “There's some badly written, badly translated story to it all - I don't think English is their native language given how poor the grammar is and the amount of incorrectly used words.”
    • “The storyline is a little boring and I found that the puzzles took too much time.”
  • graphics15 mentions

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the simple art style and smooth movement, especially given its free status. However, others criticize the visuals as outdated and unattractive, suggesting that while simplicity can be charming, the execution here falls short of expectations. Overall, the graphics are seen as functional but lacking in appeal.

    • “It's a nice, short game with a neat art style.”
    • “While the graphics and movement were also very smooth and nice, it's the puzzles that stand out here.”
    • “It is full of story, has difficult puzzles and has good graphics.”
    • “But these graphics are not just simple, they are also really ugly.”
    • “The graphics aren't awesome, music not hot, sounds are barely there and setting isn't exciting.”
    • “The game is extremely lacklustre with an art style which has become old.”
  • music7 mentions

    Overall, the music in the game is highly praised for its calming style and emotional depth, enhancing the storytelling experience. While some users noted that the sound design could be improved, many highlighted the soundtrack as a standout feature that complements the gameplay effectively.

    • “I totally loved your style, quiet music, muted lights, calm pace.”
    • “Great story, great soundtrack (honestly love the soundtrack), great puzzles, and best of all; it's free to play!”
    • “The great story paired with amazing music makes the sad ending even more impactful.”
    • “The graphics aren't awesome, the music isn't engaging, the sounds are barely there, and the setting isn't exciting.”
  • gameplay4 mentions

    The gameplay is generally considered trivial and may disrupt immersion, but it effectively introduces controls in a subtle manner that enhances the learning experience for players.

    • “It's trivial and doesn't really affect the gameplay, if at all, but it definitely breaks the immersion for me.”
    • “I did like that the game taught you what controls did what during gameplay in a non-obtrusive way.”
  • grinding2 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game somewhat tedious, particularly in relation to puzzles, but the overall brevity of the game prevents it from becoming overly frustrating. Some users suggest that additional lives may be necessary to manage the grinding effectively.

    • “Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
    • “The grind is challenging but satisfying, making every achievement feel earned.”
    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “The puzzles did feel a bit more tedious than they were interesting, but the game wasn't long enough to make that frustrating.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    The game is reported to require optimization, indicating that performance issues may hinder the overall experience.

    • “The game desperately needs optimization to run smoothly.”
    • “There are significant performance issues that indicate a lack of proper optimization.”
    • “Without proper optimization, the gameplay experience is severely hindered.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is perceived as lacking depth, leaving players feeling disconnected and questioning their engagement, as exemplified by a user's humorous lament about sacrificing sleep for an unsatisfying experience.

    • “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into a world that feels both haunting and beautiful.”
    • “Every sound and visual detail contributes to a sense of tension and wonder, making each moment feel significant.”
    • “The game's environment is rich with detail, creating a mood that perfectly complements the storyline.”
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