Another Perspective

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Another Perspective is a single player platformer game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by SaraJS and was released on August 8, 2014. It received positive reviews from players.

Now available on Steam! Every itch.io purchase comes with a Steam key.An indie platform game about keys, running, jumping, doors and nonsense. Another Perspective follows the adventure of someone who is looking for something that they can't remember. Then they work out they can warp themselves into other bodies and things get a bit confusing. Check out the official launch page and trailers! htt…

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88%

Audience ScoreBased on 228 reviews

story22 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

Unique and clever body-swapping mechanic that provides fresh, satisfying puzzle platforming.
Challenging but fair puzzles with well-designed levels and a good difficulty ramp.
Atmospheric presentation with fitting music, lighting, and introspective, sometimes humorous, narrative that adds charm and depth.

Relatively short playtime with limited replay value; main story finishes quickly and additional modes required for extended gameplay.
Some puzzles rely on pixel-perfect movement leading to fiddly gameplay and frequent restarts.
The narrative is often seen as pretentious or shallow philosophy that can feel excessive or distracting, with some complaints about repetitive or filler dialogue.

story
78 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is generally short, lasting around 1-2 hours, and centers on existential and self-reflective themes conveyed through a stream-of-consciousness style that some find intriguing while others see as rambling or pretentious filler. While the narrative offers thought-provoking moments and ties into the puzzles, many reviewers felt it lacked depth or coherence, though the "mystery mode" provides additional challenge and a more complete ending. Overall, the story is a divisive element that may appeal to those who enjoy philosophical introspection but frustrate others seeking a more conventional or compelling plot.
- “It's short—expect around an hour or two for the main story—but the mystery mode offers additional challenge and a more complete ending for those who want more.”
- “The aptly named Another Perspective is a story-guided platform puzzle game that makes you look at everything (the puzzles, the story, and even the game as a whole) from another perspective.”
- “The story is interesting enough and there are plenty of 'ah-ha' moments in the game to keep you coming back.”
- “I wasn't so much a fan of the story; it felt like rambling at times and there were many levels where the whole purpose was to add filler for the story.”
- “Be warned that the story isn't compelling or even sensible.”
- “If I had a gripe with the game it would be that the story is rather meandering and slightly plagued with filler-itis, and while it tries to be thought-provoking and deep, it unfortunately reminds me of something you might see posted on Reddit's r/woahdude or r/showerthoughts.”
gameplay
73 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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"Another Perspective" features a clever and engaging puzzle-platformer gameplay centered on a unique body-swapping mechanic that feels fresh and thoughtfully developed. The puzzles grow more complex yet remain accessible, with smooth controls and well-paced challenge, though some find certain levels repetitive or reliant on precise pixel placement. Despite simple visuals, the gameplay is praised for seamlessly integrating narrative and mechanics, offering a satisfying and thought-provoking experience within a concise, polished package.
- “Another Perspective is a clever little puzzle platformer that borrows the aesthetic of Braid while carving out its own identity through its body-swapping mechanic — switching between copies of yourself to use them as platforms is a genuinely satisfying concept that keeps the puzzles feeling fresh.”
- “Another Perspective uses a special gameplay mechanic to solve 2D platforming puzzles: freezing clones of yourself in time and space to use them as platforms themselves.”
- “A charming platformer that manages to pull off a 'twist mechanic' without feeling gimmicky, largely since it's used in so many ways.”
- “Many of the puzzles rely less on thinking and more on pixel-accurate positioning of your clones and split-second shifting between them, leading to fiddly gameplay and a lot of repeating the level because you missed a pixel and died.”
- “The mechanics are simple, which is a plus, but at the same time your bag of tricks is pretty small and you find yourself using the same method over and over (e.g. boosting your alter ego upwards with repeated jumping and shifting).”
- “Before I'd even gotten halfway through the hour or so long story, I was already tired of constantly repeating the same tedious puzzles which seemed to be repeating themselves with but minor alterations, wishing that I'd come to the point where they would evolve and show the potential of the neat switching mechanic.”
graphics
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in Another Perspective are simple and reminiscent of Braid’s watercolor-inspired art style, providing a fitting and atmospheric backdrop rather than impressive visuals. While not groundbreaking or highly detailed, the minimalist 2D design complements the clever puzzle mechanics and overall mood, making the modest graphics a strength rather than a drawback.
- “Another perspective is a clever little puzzle platformer that borrows the aesthetic of Braid while carving out its own identity through its body-swapping mechanic — switching between copies of yourself to use them as platforms is a genuinely satisfying concept that keeps the puzzles feeling fresh.”
- “The game has simple and well-made graphics and a light system to add atmosphere.”
- “As I said, the graphics are reminiscent of those of Braid, so it has a style that looks like everything’s made with watercolor paint.”
- “Graphics and sounds are not that special in my opinion.”
- “I also experienced a slightly annoying graphics glitch where parts of the screen would flash in red, but it was not enough to stop me enjoying the game, though I would not recommend buying it at its full price, perhaps grab it on a special or in a bundle as I did.”
- “Basic 2D platform puzzler in flash artstyle.”
music
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
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The music is widely praised for its calming, somber, and atmospheric qualities, effectively complementing the game's minimalist art and storytelling. It enhances the immersive experience with a relaxing, mysterious, and sometimes dark tone, though a few users found it less compelling. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a strong element that supports the game's mood and puzzle-solving ambiance.
- “The music is well done and propels the story and atmosphere of the world.”
- “I don't often go for platformers, but the eerie, sad music alongside the existential dialogue kept me playing.”
- “Nice short 2D puzzle platformer with mysterious music and philosophical content.”
- “The OST is the only thing I did not really like, but for the price I could let it pass.”
- “☑ sound/music: meh”
- “The music is slow and warming, art style is simple and very likeable.”
humor
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is generally well-received, described as clever, subtle, and occasionally funny, adding an enjoyable layer to the puzzle gameplay. However, some find the humor and storytelling to be lame or repetitive, indicating mixed reactions. Overall, it strikes a balance between being amusing and thought-provoking.
- “Some funny interventions of the character you play make it even more enjoyable.”
- “A fun puzzle game with a good sense of humor.”
- “Very nice multilayer platformer puzzle with subtle sense of humor.”
atmosphere
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game creates a distinct and engaging atmosphere through its thoughtful use of a minimalistic color palette, lighting, and well-crafted music, drawing favorable comparisons to Braid. Its simple yet effective graphics and sound design work together to enhance the overall immersive experience, despite the game's shorter length.
- “It also does a good job setting up atmosphere with its chosen color palette, lighting and music.”
- “The atmosphere and music were very well done.”
- “The music is well done, and propels the story and atmosphere of the world.”
replayability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers limited replayability, primarily through a strict time challenge, a speedrun mode, and an additional "mystery" mode with bonus levels. While these features add some incentive to replay, many players find the overall experience short with minimal lasting replay value.
- “There's also a speedrun challenge and timer, so there's added replayability there if you're into speedrunning.”
- “There is an extra game mode called "mystery" with bonus levels that are supposedly trickier than the story levels, and an achievement for a speed run of the main story mode, so there is a bit of replay value.”
- “That said, I enjoyed the playthrough but there isn't really any replay value for me.”
- “The game is good but is very short and has no replay value.”
- “It's a short game, with the main replayability in trying to beat the game under a very strict time limit.”
emotional
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game delivers a charming and touching emotional experience, culminating in a surprisingly moving story that can evoke strong feelings. While it leans more toward logical puzzles than deep emotional exploration, players still find it enjoyable and emotionally engaging, though some suggest voiced narration could enhance the connection to the character. Overall, it's praised for its emotional impact relative to its brief playtime and value.
- “An extremely charming and oddly touching puzzle platformer.”
- “What a great game, made me cry at the end :(”
- “Fun puzzle platforming and a surprisingly emotional story.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect tedious and repetitive, as similar puzzles recur with only minor variations, diminishing engagement before the game's unique mechanics can fully develop.
- “Before I had even gotten halfway through the hour-long story, I was already tired of constantly repeating the same tedious puzzles which seemed to repeat themselves with only minor alterations, wishing that they would evolve and show the potential of the neat switching mechanic.”