D Life

About

"D-Life is a unique game that introduces a new genre of video games, challenging players to take pictures of electron-based life forms. Use wind and the creatures' mutating ability to manipulate their colors and score points. With easy-to-understand gameplay and compatibility with various controllers, including the Nano KONTROL2, D-Life offers a fresh and innovative gaming experience, accompanied by a soundtrack from a Namco veteran."

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

100%

Audience ScoreBased on 22 reviews

music10 positive mentions

gameplay2 negative mentions

Engaging and addictive gameplay that combines elements of photography and particle physics, making it a unique experience.
Minimalistic yet colorful visuals paired with an excellent electronic soundtrack create a relaxing and immersive atmosphere.
Offers two distinct modes (Basic and Timed) that cater to different playstyles, allowing for both casual and score-chasing gameplay.

The Timed mode may feel too easy, with little increase in difficulty as players progress through stages.
Some players may find the game more of a toy or pastime rather than a traditional game, which could limit its appeal.
Occasionally frustrating gameplay flow as players spend time setting up shots, only to be evaluated on the final outcome.

music
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
19%
19%
The music in D life is highly praised for its superb quality and engaging electronic soundtrack that reacts to player actions, enhancing the overall experience. The sound design, contributed by a legendary Namco arcade musician, complements the minimalistic visuals and creates a relaxing atmosphere reminiscent of old educational films. Additionally, players can enjoy hidden features like an alternative soundtrack and the option to use a Korg Nanokontrol2 as a controller, further enriching the musical experience.
- “D Life is an unusual, but addictive, puzzle game of sorts, mostly played with a single mouse button, where the electronic soundtrack reacts to your actions, and combined with the minimalistic but colorful visuals, results in a strangely appealing and engaging experience.”
- “Something that also needs special mention: the sound and music are superb, honestly good enough to be worth the cost of the game by themselves.”
- “D life is an unusual, but addictive, puzzle game of sorts, mostly played with a single mouse button, where the electronic soundtrack reacts to your actions, and combined with the minimalistic but colorful visuals, results in a strangely appealing and engaging experience.”
- “Special mention for the sound/music which massively contributes to the ambience.”
- “There are also cool hidden bonuses like the ability to enable an alternative soundtrack, and there are achievements to chase.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The gameplay is a unique blend of photography, fishing, and particle physics simulation, reminiscent of a 1980s arcade experience. While it offers an engrossing flow that can be both captivating and occasionally frustrating, the ultimate success hinges on the critical moment of capturing the perfect shot.
- “It's an engrossing (albeit occasionally frustrating) gameplay flow where you can spend many minutes trying to set things up, but in the end it all depends on the moment of truth where you actually take the picture.”
- “The gameplay is difficult to describe in words, but it's basically a sort of blend of photography, fishing, and a particle physics simulator, all wrapped in the skin of a 1980s Namco arcade cabinet.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's story is structured around two distinct modes: a relaxed basic mode without time constraints and a more dynamic time-limited mode that offers varied missions. Players can choose between riskier, high-reward tasks or safer, simpler ones, allowing them to tailor their gameplay experience based on their mood and preferences.
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics of D life are characterized by minimalistic yet vibrant visuals that enhance the game's addictive puzzle mechanics. The colorful design, paired with a reactive electronic soundtrack, creates an engaging and appealing atmosphere for players.
- “D Life is an unusual, but addictive, puzzle game of sorts, mostly played with a single mouse button, where the electronic soundtrack reacts to your actions, and combined with the minimalistic but colorful visuals, results in a strangely appealing and engaging experience.”