- March 24, 2021
- ButtonX
Aloof
Platforms
About
"Aloof" is a simulation game that offers various multiplayer modes, including local and online play for up to 2 players. As a puzzle-fighter, players build combos and defend islands in modes like co-op campaign, PvP, and offline adventure versus AI. The 1.0 "Invite a Friend" update introduces online multiplayer, allowing you and a friend to freely move between game modes, including 1v1 or 2v2 online adventures, either couch vs couch or remote play together against random players.






- Aloof offers a unique and polished puzzle experience with deep strategy and engaging mechanics, making it enjoyable for both co-op and competitive play.
- The game features a charming atmosphere, beautiful artwork, and relaxing sound design, which enhances the overall gameplay experience.
- It provides a good balance of challenge and accessibility, with a well-structured campaign and the ability to adjust enemy speed for a more tailored experience.
- The game is relatively short, with some players wishing for more content in both the single-player and multiplayer modes.
- There are concerns about the game's obscurity, leading to difficulties in finding online matches without pre-arranging with friends.
- Some players found the initial gameplay dull or unengaging, leading them to return the game despite its potential.
gameplay
14 mentions Positive Neutral NegativeThe gameplay of Aloof is reminiscent of Puyo Puyo, yet it distinguishes itself with unique shape-building mechanics and a focus on strategic co-op and head-to-head modes. Players appreciate the intuitive controls and depth of strategy, enhanced by effective teaching tools in the story mode. Overall, Aloof offers a captivating puzzle experience that encourages coordination and creativity.
“Feels great to coordinate builds and combos in co-op, and the head-to-head mode offers a lot of deep strategy thanks to the unique (yet intuitive) building and health mechanics.”
“Aloof has a lovely unique atmosphere and simple to pick up gameplay but with insane depth.”
“Great puzzle game with good use of the swapping between boards mechanics and effective teaching tools in the story mode without walls of text.”
“The gameplay is similar to, but not quite like, Puyo Puyo/Dr. Mario.”
“It is something like Puyo Puyo, but the shape building mechanics make it stand out quite a lot from that.”
“Maybe a puzzle race mode, where the health mechanics are ignored but you race to claim something like 7 shapes first with 2 or 3 available at a time.”