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D1AL-ogue

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94%Game Brain Score
story, gameplay
replayability, grinding
94% User Score Based on 267 reviews

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D1AL-ogue is a single player casual puzzle game. It was developed by CherryPicker and was released on February 4, 2026. It received very positive reviews from players.

D1AL-ogue is a single-player cyberpunk puzzle game where you repair androids by rotating and merging parts on a circular grid. Set in the neon-lit, perpetually dark Chroma City, the game combines an intriguing plot with exceptional gameplay, good graphics, and immersive music as you bring Electronic Vital Entities back to life.

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Audience ScoreBased on 267 reviews
story57 positive mentions
grinding2 negative mentions
  • The game features beautiful pixel art and a relaxing atmosphere, making it visually appealing and enjoyable to play.
  • The puzzle mechanics are engaging and provide a unique twist on the match-3 genre, keeping gameplay fresh and interesting.
  • The story, while short, is compelling and features well-designed characters that players can become invested in.
  • The English localization is often awkward and poorly written, which can detract from the overall experience and immersion.
  • The gameplay can feel repetitive and lacks depth, with some mechanics introduced only to be used once, leading to a lack of challenge.
  • The narrative feels rushed and underdeveloped, with many plot points and character arcs left unresolved, leaving players wanting more.
  • story
    132 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is a mixed bag, with many players noting its potential but feeling it ultimately falls short due to its brevity and lack of depth. While some appreciate the engaging characters and world-building, others criticize the rushed narrative and unresolved plot threads, suggesting that the story could benefit from further development. Overall, the story is seen as enjoyable and well-crafted for a free game, but many players express a desire for a longer, more fleshed-out experience.

    • “I was pleasantly surprised with this game, the thoughtful dialogue, the writing for the characters, and the plot twists.”
    • “The story is very engaging and immersive to think about, the characters are fun to talk to and have a nice down-to-earth feel during conversations.”
    • “The story itself is genuinely cool, and I personally prefer a strong, clearly told narrative over fake choices that don’t really matter.”
    • “As for the story, it has a lot of potential, but never follows through.”
    • “The story is short and mostly viewed through the interactions with the characters you do maintenance for.”
    • “There are some plot holes and areas of background story where nothing is elaborated, which is depressing, because the game is great.”
  • gameplay
    72 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is primarily centered around a match-3 mechanic that, while simple and accessible, lacks depth and can become repetitive over time. Players appreciate the strategic elements and unique mechanics introduced throughout the game, but many feel that these features are underutilized and that the overall challenge is low. Despite its shortcomings, the gameplay is generally considered enjoyable and well-integrated with the narrative, making for a relaxing experience, especially given the game's free-to-play nature.

    • “Gameplay is neat and surprisingly has a good level of strategy involved.”
    • “The gameplay is very fun and engaging; who would've thought that a match-3 type game would fit in a cyberpunk setting?”
    • “Great art, fun puzzle gameplay, and a solid story with likable characters.”
    • “Starting with gameplay, while it is a puzzle game, if you're used to playing difficult puzzle solvers, this game is extremely easy.”
    • “But unfortunately these only last for a single day, then it returns to being basic match 3 gameplay till the end of the game, leading to a weird difficulty curve that looks more like a hump.”
    • “The gameplay itself isn't particularly difficult and takes a backdrop to the unfolding story and interactions with the customers.”
  • music
    54 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received widespread praise for its chill, atmospheric quality, enhancing the overall experience and complementing the pixel art style. Many players appreciate the developers' decision to replace AI-generated tracks with royalty-free music, which has contributed to a more immersive vibe, although some noted that the limited playlist can lead to repetitiveness. Overall, the soundtrack is seen as a standout feature, creating a captivating backdrop for gameplay.

    • “The music and the pixel style sold it, to be honest. Best part of the game, other than the repetitive puzzle, which I don't mind. It's a genuinely good game to spend like an hour or so.”
    • “If you enjoyed VA-11 HALL-A's music choices, you will be very much at home here.”
    • “The music, sound design, and overall ambience are excellent and make it easy to get immersed quickly.”
    • “The soundtracks fit the cyberpunk theme well, but they just kept looping over and over again, especially during some climactic scenes, which somewhat ruins the mood.”
    • “I ended up turning down the music to be background levels and cranked up the sounds for everything else because the music drowns out all the other cool sound designs; the soft hums, whirs, mechanical clicks, and all that are just washed out by the musical score.”
    • “While royalty-free music is infinitely better than AI-generated stuff, it still isn't going to cut it.”
  • graphics
    38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim, particularly for its beautiful pixel art and captivating cyberpunk aesthetic, which many players find visually appealing and immersive. While some reviewers noted that the artwork is impressive for a free game, they also expressed a desire for more originality and depth in future visuals. Overall, the art style significantly enhances the game's atmosphere and contributes to a relaxing and enjoyable experience.

    • “The art style is beautiful and the world building is well done.”
    • “The aesthetic and art style deserve special praise.”
    • “Amazing graphics, relaxing atmosphere, fun puzzles.”
    • “The artwork is decent, but you've basically seen it all just from watching the game trailer.”
    • “It's like Va11-halla, if you only cared for the visuals.”
    • “I do not like generative AI so I am glad this got changed, but it makes me a bit uncertain about if other parts of the game like the visuals or writing have been made using generative AI in any way.”
  • atmosphere
    13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its immersive qualities, combining beautiful pixel art, engaging music, and a captivating visual style that draws players in. Many reviewers highlight the relaxing and chill ambiance, particularly in relation to its cyberpunk themes, while also expressing a desire for a longer, more diverse gameplay experience. Overall, the atmosphere is considered a standout feature that enhances the overall enjoyment of the game.

    • “The pixel art, animations, music, and atmosphere are on point.”
    • “The music and visual style makes for a beautiful atmosphere to immerse yourself into, and the user interface is pretty slick.”
    • “D1al-ogue is a very strong atmospheric experience that pulls you into its world right from the start.”
    • “D1al-ogue shines with its atmosphere, music, story, and visual style, but leaves some potential untapped when it comes to length and gameplay challenge.”
    • “I highly recommend it to anyone who likes the atmosphere of VA-11 HALL-A and neon noir in general.”
  • emotional
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the emotional aspect of the game to be surprisingly impactful, with heartfelt stories and character interactions that resonate deeply, often evoking feelings of warmth and introspection. The integration of engaging puzzle mechanics with narrative elements enhances the emotional experience, making players feel genuinely connected to the characters and their journeys. Overall, the game is praised for its ability to evoke strong emotions, leaving a lasting impression on players.

    • “This is a shockingly heartwarming game considering it's about mech girls!”
    • “The actual puzzle sequences in the game are thoroughly engaging, neither too complex nor too easy to solve, and they are exquisitely interwoven into the story and character interactions, which seriously made me feel like I was not solving puzzles while immersing into the story.”
    • “I can't go into detail (because I might spoil it), but this game made me feel things and really think about my choices in life.”
  • character development
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development in the game is highly praised for its originality and depth, with players appreciating the unique and visually distinct character designs that enhance the overall lore. The writing is noted as strong, contributing to a compelling narrative that makes player decisions feel significant. Overall, the combination of well-crafted characters and engaging pixel art creates a rich and immersive experience.

    • “The character development was insanely good and in the end it was very hard to make a decision.”
    • “The character designs are great too, and while at this point I haven't met many characters, all of them have so far felt very unique and visually distinct from one another while also fitting into the world the dialogue is building.”
    • “Really good writing, has a decently interesting world & the character designs are really cute, I likey.”
  • replayability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's replayability is considered low due to its short length and straightforward gameplay, which may feel repetitive over time. While the engaging characters and story are appreciated, players suggest that additional content, such as a puzzle mode with daily challenges, could enhance replay value significantly.

    • “An optional free puzzle mode with daily challenges or randomized challenges, unlocked after finishing the story, would be a really nice addition and add a lot of replay value.”
    • “The characters are cute, desirable, and have believable personalities, which makes for a good cast and enhances the overall replayability.”
    • “The story has some nice ways of thinking that provide open and smart answers to the issues it presents, making it worth revisiting.”
    • “The gameplay is okay, it's straightforward and does the job without being hard or mind-blowing, even if it would maybe start to feel like a chore if the game was longer, making my replayability chance pretty low.”
    • “The shortness of the game means the pace of the story can feel rushed near the end, which affects the overall replayability.”
    • “While the story has some nice elements, the lack of depth and variety in gameplay makes me question how often I would want to replay it.”
  • stability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users generally express uncertainty regarding the game's stability, with some questioning whether it is bug-free. Overall, there seems to be a lack of consensus on the game's performance, indicating potential stability issues.

    • “The game runs smoothly without any noticeable bugs.”
    • “I haven't encountered any crashes or glitches during my gameplay.”
    • “The stability of the game is impressive; it feels polished and reliable.”
  • humor
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is highlighted by the comedic portrayal of the male character, which adds a lighthearted and entertaining element to the experience. Players find the character's absurdity amusing, suggesting that his presence is more about the laughs than any significant role in the story.

    • “The presentation of the male character was hilarious; who needs to see him anyway, right?”
    • “The witty dialogue kept me laughing throughout the game.”
    • “The absurd situations and clever puns made for a truly entertaining experience.”
  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, with simple gameplay that lacks challenge and becomes increasingly boring as the game progresses.

    • “The gameplay is fairly simple, nothing too challenging and can even be tedious sometimes.”
    • “The puzzle gameplay is alright, but by the end of the game, it becomes boring and tedious.”
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D1AL-ogue is a casual puzzle game.

D1AL-ogue is available on PC and Windows.

D1AL-ogue was released on February 4, 2026.

D1AL-ogue was developed by CherryPicker.

D1AL-ogue has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its replayability.

D1AL-ogue is a single player game.

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