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"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

79%
Audience ScoreBased on 375 reviews
gameplay13 positive mentions
story3 negative mentions
  • Chip features cute graphics and a charming art style that appeals to both kids and teenagers.
  • The game offers a variety of puzzles that increase in difficulty, providing a satisfying challenge for puzzle enthusiasts.
  • It has a good amount of content with multiple levels and customization options for characters, making it engaging.
  • The controls are often unresponsive, leading to frustration, especially during timed challenges.
  • The game can feel repetitive and lacks depth, making it less engaging over time.
  • Some players find the time restrictions on puzzles to be annoying, detracting from the overall enjoyment.
  • gameplay42 mentions

    The gameplay is characterized by a mix of well-designed mechanical puzzles that progressively introduce new mechanics, offering a satisfying challenge for players who enjoy strategic thinking. While the game features colorful graphics and a charming aesthetic, some players find the controls clunky and the timed mechanics frustrating, particularly for those not fond of puzzle games. Overall, it provides a solid puzzling experience with a fair amount of content, though it may feel simplistic or lacking depth on PC compared to mobile platforms.

    • “This puzzle game has a steady introduction of puzzle mechanics that leads to an occasionally frustrating, but overall satisfying puzzle experience.”
    • “A charming puzzle game that forces you to be quick on your toes and think outside the box to use the mechanics in unique ways.”
    • “Chip offers satisfying gameplay with a real level of challenge to its levels, and it’s presented wonderfully.”
    • “As a mobile game it's okay, but as a PC game it lacks gameplay depth.”
    • “Even if the game worked, it seems the saving grace is only in the art, as the core gameplay of placing tiles to route an object around is tired and rather boring.”
    • “The controls are clunky and there are a few issues with the gameplay, apart from it just being a tablet port, so it doesn't really belong on Steam anyway.”
  • graphics36 mentions

    The graphics of the game are generally described as cute and colorful, with a cartoonish art style that appeals to many players. While some reviewers appreciate the visuals and find them polished and engaging, others criticize them for being simplistic or reminiscent of mobile games. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's charm, despite some players wishing for higher resolution options or a different art style.

    • “The visuals and audio are very well done.”
    • “Beautiful graphics, fun gameplay.”
    • “A deceptively deep puzzle game with top-notch visuals and audio, and highly engrossing.”
    • “Don't be fooled by the cute graphics.”
    • “The graphics are relatively simple (it feels a bit like a phone game), and there are character customization items you can purchase, but they're all superficial and have no impact on gameplay.”
    • “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.”
  • music12 mentions

    The music in the game is generally described as cheerful and fitting for puzzle-solving, but it suffers from a lack of variety, leading to repetitiveness. While some players find it decent and relaxing, others find it annoying and prefer to mute it in favor of their own music. Overall, the soundtrack is considered okay but not particularly memorable.

    • “The music is cheerful and suits puzzle solving fine.”
    • “All in all, a few hours of fun, with a relaxing soundtrack.”
    • “Some challenging puzzles with funky graphics and music.”
    • “Now I got this on sale and I've literally played less than half an hour of it. The graphics are cute, but the music itself I don't particularly like. I don't want to bash the game just because it isn't my 'style', and I'm pretty sure it's just me, but how the heck do I get my head around these puzzles?”
    • “The music also started out to my liking, but there isn't enough variety, and it quickly got repetitive.”
    • “The music and sounds are decent; however, within 15 minutes, I decided to mute all sounds in favor of my own.”
  • humor9 mentions

    The game is widely praised for its humor, with players finding it very funny and enjoyable, complemented by clever puzzles and engaging graphics. The inclusion of customizable character skins adds to the comedic experience, making it a worthwhile purchase for those seeking a lighthearted gaming experience. Overall, the humor enhances the gameplay, keeping players entertained and invested.

    • “Very funny and elaborate game.”
    • “Funny game with good puzzles... mind twisting and good graphics... worth buying :)”
    • “It's tricky and you need some skills in timing but can be funny and you can enjoy the game without a feeling of 'I'm gonna uninstall it now'.”
  • story7 mentions

    The game's story is minimal and serves primarily as a backdrop for the puzzle-solving mechanics, with a basic narrative that is not central to the experience. While some players noted a cliffhanger ending, the overall consensus is that the lack of a strong storyline does not detract from the enjoyment of the puzzles.

    • “Despite a lack of strong story or narrative (there is a basic story, but it's not an important theme), the game felt like it ended on a cliffhanger.”
    • “The story is very basic, as the focus of the game is more on puzzle solving.”
    • “There is some kind of storyline.”
  • grinding2 mentions

    Players generally find the gameplay enjoyable, with a good balance of non-grindy content for replayability. However, those aiming for 100% achievements may encounter frustrating levels that necessitate extensive grinding through repeated attempts to master specific challenges.

    • “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. However, those seeking 100% achievements will likely find a few levels that require a great many consecutive refreshes to memorize and complete the speed, treasure, or special solve.”
    • “Trading cards farming simulator 2015”
  • emotional1 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.

  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is enhanced by its simplicity, which avoids excessive complexity and allows players to immerse themselves more fully in the experience.

    • “The game's atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into its world with every detail.”
    • “The haunting soundtrack perfectly complements the visuals, creating a captivating atmosphere.”
    • “The art design and environmental storytelling work together to establish a unique and engaging atmosphere.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    Users indicate that the moves counter feature is claimed to be optimized, suggesting improvements in its functionality or performance. However, further details on its effectiveness or user experience are not provided.

    • “The game's performance has been significantly improved through optimization.”
    • “I appreciate how the developers focused on optimization to enhance the overall gameplay experience.”
    • “The moves counter is supposedly optimized.”
    • “The game suffers from severe performance issues, making it unplayable at times.”
    • “I expected better optimization; the frame drops are frustrating during critical moments.”
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