Chip
- April 25, 2014
- Coatsink
Get on Steam"Chip" is an isometric puzzle game featuring a little robot named Chip who needs to be recharged to escape the clutches of the villain, Rust. Players solve puzzles using objects such as cannons, mirrors, and magnets to direct a blob of energy to Chip. The game offers 75 levels, three level packs, and the ability to customize Chip with various accessories and costumes found in hidden presents. Features include 20+ achievements and leaderboards.
PC
Windows
Ms Dos
Reviews
- The game features cute graphics and a charming art style, making it visually appealing.
- The puzzles are well-designed and progressively challenging, providing a satisfying experience for puzzle enthusiasts.
- The game has received positive feedback for its fun gameplay and engaging mechanics, making it enjoyable for casual and dedicated players alike.
- The controls are often unresponsive and finicky, leading to frustration when trying to complete time-sensitive puzzles.
- There are significant issues with mouse-click detection, which can hinder gameplay and result in repeated level restarts.
- The game does not scale well on certain systems, causing display issues that can detract from the overall experience.
- graphics12 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their cute and smooth aesthetic, with many users appreciating the beautiful artwork and fun visuals. However, some players feel that the cartoony style may not appeal to everyone and suggest that a different art direction could enhance the visual experience. Overall, while the graphics are well-executed, there are calls for improved resolution options and concerns about potential copyright issues with certain customizations.
“The visuals and audio are very well done.”
“Beautiful graphics, fun gameplay.”
“Fun game, nice graphics, solid gameplay and challenging puzzles.”
“I only wish they update the graphics/resolution options.”
“I think if the developer had gone with a different art style (i.e., less cartoony) it would be more visually appealing, but that is merely my opinion.”
“The graphics I find very cute, even though they look like they were made in Adobe Flash.”
- gameplay8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by well-designed puzzles that gradually introduce new mechanics, providing a satisfying and enjoyable experience overall. While the game features a solid progression and beautiful graphics, players may encounter occasional frustration due to precision requirements and the need for careful planning. The game offers both a fulfilling first playthrough and additional content for those seeking to achieve 100%, though some levels may require extensive retries.
“This puzzle game has a steady introduction of puzzle mechanics that leads to an occasionally frustrating, but overall satisfying puzzle experience.”
“The puzzles in this game are well designed and most have solutions that, while requiring careful planning, are not dependent on hidden game mechanics.”
“Overall, the gameplay is enjoyable and should provide solid puzzling on the first pass-through while leaving a fair bit of non-grindy content for a second run.”
“Just not what I expected in gameplay.”
“The in-line tutorial has a fair progression introducing new mechanics in the levels that first require them, but as this is a precision speed-clicker, even after you have played for several hours you will almost certainly find yourself clicking a few pixels off of the mark now and again; which in certain puzzles requiring split-bullet-time timing will cost you a level restart.”
“The gameplay is simple.”
- music3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game features a relaxing soundtrack that complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience. While players can only toggle sound and music on or off, the funky tunes add a lively atmosphere to the challenging puzzles.
“All in all, a few hours of fun, with a relaxing soundtrack.”
“Some challenging puzzles with funky graphics and music.”
“You can only toggle the sound and music.”
“The music is repetitive and lacks variety.”
“The soundtrack feels out of place and doesn't match the game's theme.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the gameplay enjoyable with a good balance of non-grindy content for a second playthrough; however, those aiming for 100% achievements may face significant grinding on certain levels that require extensive repetition to master.
“While the gameplay is enjoyable, those aiming for 100% achievements will likely encounter levels that require numerous consecutive attempts to memorize and complete the speed, treasure, or special challenges.”
“The grinding aspect can be frustrating, as some levels demand excessive repetition to achieve mastery, which detracts from the overall experience.”
“Although the game offers a fair amount of non-grindy content, the need for extensive grinding to unlock certain achievements can be a significant turn-off for players.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is hindered by a lack of interactivity, as players feel disconnected when they cannot engage with objects directly, limiting their ability to immerse themselves in the experience.
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game features a basic storyline that provides a framework for the gameplay, though it may not be particularly deep or engaging.
“The story feels disjointed and lacks coherence.”
“Character motivations are poorly developed, making it hard to connect with them.”
“The plot twists are predictable and fail to engage the player.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the humor in the game, particularly highlighting the ability to customize character skins in amusing ways, which adds a lighthearted and entertaining element to the gameplay experience.
“The character skins are hilarious and can be customized in the most ridiculous ways!”
“I love how the game incorporates humor into every aspect, especially with the quirky character designs.”
“The witty dialogue and funny scenarios had me laughing out loud throughout the entire game!”
