EDGE

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"Edge" is a physics-based puzzle game where players guide a cube through diverse levels. The objective is to collect prisms and discover shortcuts to optimize completion times. Players have direct control of the cube's movements, which include rolling and flipping, as they navigate the geometric challenges.

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Play Modes

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

92%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,666 reviews

music282 positive mentions

story14 negative mentions

The game features a unique and engaging concept, combining puzzle-solving with platforming mechanics that keep players entertained.
The soundtrack is fantastic, enhancing the overall experience and making gameplay enjoyable.
The level design is creative and varied, providing a good challenge that encourages replayability for better scores.

The controls can be frustrating and difficult to master, especially due to the isometric perspective and the cube's movement mechanics.
Some levels rely on trial and error, which can lead to frustration rather than a satisfying challenge.
The game lacks a deeper narrative or character development, which may leave some players wanting more substance.

music
428 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
66%
32%
2%
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising its catchy, electronic, and 8-bit inspired soundtrack that enhances the overall gameplay experience. The soundtrack is described as fun, varied, and fitting for the game's aesthetic, often elevating the mood of the levels and keeping players engaged. While some noted that the music can become repetitive, the majority found it to be a standout feature that adds significant value to the game.
- “The sheer genius and clear amount of fun two tribes had coming up with the level design shows the amount of passion they have for their work, and it's all amplified with the sublime, amazingly varied electronic soundtrack that's played throughout the game.”
- “The soundtrack is stellar, and makes it difficult to get very mad at the game.”
- “The music is beautiful and where it needs to be upbeat and energetic it does that very well and where it needs to be low tone again, does this very well.”
- “In my honest opinion, the gameplay isn't interesting, the music isn't worth mentioning, graphics aren't worth mentioning either.”
- “While I don't think the graphics or music are anything to write home about, the fact that you can't turn the volume up or down is certainly a turn off.”
- “The music is not very good at reminding you that you're playing a video game.”
gameplay
284 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
35%
61%
4%
The gameplay of Edge is characterized by its simplicity and unique mechanics, primarily involving guiding a cube through creatively designed levels that challenge players' precision and timing. While some players appreciate the engaging level design and the introduction of new mechanics as the game progresses, others find the gameplay repetitive and lacking depth, with controls that can be frustrating, especially on a keyboard. Overall, the game offers a fun, albeit basic, puzzle experience that appeals to both casual and hardcore players, bolstered by a strong soundtrack and a variety of levels.
- “Edge demonstrates that you don't need many intricate and complex systems, nor breadth of mechanics, nor even a highly visually/aurally stimulating experience to make something great.”
- “The gameplay is challenging yet rewarding, especially for players who like to go off the designated route.”
- “Each of Edge's levels is filled with simple yet unique and surprising mechanics, making for refreshingly entertaining gameplay, and getting an S-rank on every level should prove difficult for anyone looking for a challenge.”
- “Experience gameplay that offers no story, no characters, and no sense of purpose.”
- “I quit on level 36 due to the game mechanic chosen for this level obfuscating your path with high paths, making it all trial and error on where to go next.”
- “In my honest opinion, the gameplay isn't interesting; the music and graphics aren't worth mentioning either.”
graphics
224 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
54%
2%
The graphics of the game are characterized by a minimalist and colorful aesthetic, often described as simple yet charming, with a retro feel that complements the gameplay. While some players appreciate the clean and vibrant visuals, others find them lacking in detail or complexity. Overall, the graphics are seen as a strong point of the game, enhancing the overall experience despite their simplicity.
- “Art direction, graphics (tech and art wise), sound (both music and sound effects) and level design are all pristine, and the final product is well balanced between retro and modern.”
- “The game is visually arresting with crisp and colorful graphics, and always paired with feel-good melodies of beeps and boops.”
- “For a simple puzzle experience, this game has a stunning yet simplistic visual and aesthetic design.”
- “In my honest opinion, the gameplay isn't interesting, the music isn't worth mentioning, graphics aren't worth mentioning either.”
- “The visuals are nothing to write home about; it's less detailed than Minecraft!”
- “There is no visuals for some reason; I can hear but not see.”
story
46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
57%
30%
The game's story is largely absent, with many reviews noting a complete lack of plot, characters, or motivation, reducing the experience to simply navigating levels as a cube. While some players appreciate the nostalgic simplicity reminiscent of early puzzle games, others express disappointment over the absence of a compelling narrative, suggesting that the gameplay may become monotonous without a story to engage players. A few reviews hint at a cryptic storyline that can be discovered through gameplay, but overall, the consensus is that the game prioritizes mechanics over narrative depth.
- “New mechanics, a story that keeps you in suspense... not mentioning the music that is actually really good.”
- “Very touching storyline and deep plot.”
- “It's about a cube who goes on a quest to find slots to fit into, and it's tear-jerking and will leave you on the edge of your seat.”
- “Experience gameplay that offers no story, no characters, and no sense of purpose.”
- “The game's isometric view is a problem, and the lack of any story means you'll probably get bored fast and never finish the game as you have no motivation to do so.”
- “It feels very old-school in its simplicity, harkening back to the computer games of the early 80s when there was no story or special abilities or even much of a point to playing at all.”
humor
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game "Edge" is consistently praised, with players finding its funny gimmick and cheeky level design to be highly entertaining. Many reviews highlight the game's ability to evoke laughter through its quirky puzzles and retro graphics, making it an enjoyable experience despite some frustrations with controls. Overall, it is described as a funny and addictive puzzle game that keeps players engaged and amused throughout.
- “Edge uses a funny gimmick and pushes it to a great extent that stays fun throughout the entirety of the game.”
- “Addicting and funny game, you play as a drunk cube.”
- “Edge is incredibly fun and addictive, and I found myself laughing and praising the game when I was tricked by some of the levels, rather than getting frustrated and raging.”
grinding
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
4%
4%
93%
The grinding aspect of the game is widely criticized for being tedious and lacking a rewarding progression system, leading to repetitive gameplay that can feel exhausting. Players note that the controls can be frustrating, especially when trying to navigate obstacles, and many recommend playing in short bursts to mitigate the monotony. While some appreciate the checkpoints that reduce frustration, the overall sentiment leans towards the grinding experience being more tedious than enjoyable.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “There's no reward system or sense of progression, therefore the final handful of stages can feel exhaustingly tedious and certainly provide no incentive for completing them.”
- “At best it is boring, at worst it is tedious, requiring you to hit the same couple of switches which are right in front of you over and over again.”
- “By the end of the game, I found it more tedious than enjoyable, but the music and visuals are nice.”
replayability
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
41%
14%
The game boasts high replayability, driven by a time-based ranking system and numerous achievements that encourage players to improve their scores and optimize their strategies. While it may be relatively short, the challenge of collecting items and achieving elusive ratings keeps players engaged and coming back for more. Overall, it is highly recommended for puzzle game enthusiasts seeking a game with lasting appeal.
- “Very replayable and a game that deserves a sequel of some sort, and I strongly recommend it to all puzzle game fans!”
- “There's a good degree of replayability for completionists: cubes collected, deaths, and speed all factor into your rating for a track, so to get the elusive S+ rating, you'll really need to work to figure out the optimal path and timings.”
- “While the game itself may be short, it offers replayability in beating previous times.”
- “The time-based ranking system and the hard-to-get collectibles and achievements give it true replayability.”
- “It's really easy to get obsessive over getting as many S+ scores as possible; the replay value is next level!”
stability
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
86%
The game's stability is significantly hampered by extremely buggy collision detection, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences where players often find themselves unable to interact with switches or platforms as intended. While some users still find enjoyment in the game despite these issues, the combination of challenging level design and persistent bugs detracts from the overall experience.
- “The game runs smoothly with no glitches.”
- “I haven't encountered any glitches while playing.”
- “The stability of the game is impressive, with no glitches at all.”
- “The collision detection in this game is extremely buggy.”
- “This would have worked great...if the collisions weren't so buggy, but what happens instead is that you move off the switch to try to reach the other one, but by the time you get there, the game doesn't think you're on the switch, even though you very clearly are, so the platform just goes under the corner wall anyway and you die.”
- “Again, this wouldn't be so bad if it weren't for the bugs, but instead of fixing the bugs and polishing the game, the developers decided to make levels that are so hard and require so much precision that they break the game, so on top of dealing with tightly woven game mechanics and puzzle elements, you're also trying to figure out how to navigate around the game's buggy platforming.”
atmosphere
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its engaging and relaxing qualities, enhanced by a dynamic electronic soundtrack that shifts from adventurous to moody. Players appreciate the combination of great graphics, sound effects, and level design, which together create a unique and immersive experience that transports them to another world. Overall, the atmosphere is considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.
- “The electronic soundtrack adds a dynamic element to the relatively static levels as it moves from peppy and adventurous to moody and atmospheric, perking things up and staving off sameness.”
- “Engaging, relaxing, spacey atmosphere (despite the later difficulty).”
- “And when the brilliant atmosphere sinks in you are practically taken to another world.”
optimization
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
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21%
The game's optimization is highly praised, with users noting that it runs smoothly and delivers phenomenal performance. This marks a significant improvement over the developer's previous title, which faced major performance issues. However, some players express frustration with the game's performance grading system, feeling it detracts from overall enjoyment.
- “The performance of the game was phenomenal with both types.”
- “It runs smoothly.”
- “Another game by the same developer, Rush, suffers from huge performance issues, and I'm pleased to see that the devs have really stepped up their game (no pun intended) with Edge.”
- “Neat little game, though I really do get irritated by games that grade your performance.”
- “Essentially, you learn too fast to find a reason to finish the game other than to pick up all the cubes and race energetically to the exit for the maximum performance grade the game evaluates the player.”
emotional
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game emotionally resonant, highlighting its touching storyline and deep plot that evoke nostalgia for childhood gaming experiences. The simplicity and entertainment value of the game contribute to a strong emotional connection, reminiscent of the joy of discovering new games in the past.
- “Very touching storyline and deep plot.”
- “It really made me feel like 'this is a 3D version of a game from my childhood'.”
- “Made me feel like it's over ten years ago, buying a 'new' game for my (bootleg) NES and not being able to stop playing because it's so simple and entertaining.”