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

Reviews

92%

Audience ScoreBased on 833 reviews

music141 positive mentions

story7 negative mentions

The game features a nostalgic and minimalist design that appeals to players, reminiscent of classic mobile games.
The soundtrack is highly praised, enhancing the overall experience and enjoyment of the game.
The level design is clever and varied, providing a good mix of challenge and fun, with many levels to explore.

The controls can be frustrating, especially with the isometric perspective, making precise movements difficult.
Some players find the gameplay repetitive and lacking in depth, leading to boredom over time.
There are occasional bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay, particularly with the movement mechanics.

music
214 mentions
66 % positive mentions
32 % neutral mentions
2 % negative mentions
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. Players noted that the soundtrack is not only enjoyable but also complements the game's aesthetic and level design, creating a vibrant atmosphere that keeps them engaged. While some found the music occasionally repetitive, the majority agree that it significantly contributes to the game's charm and appeal.
- “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 fun and varied, if a bit simplistic.”
- “The music is stunning and the levels always provide a challenge, but not to the point of rage-quitting.”
- “In my honest opinion, the gameplay isn't interesting, the music isn't worth mentioning, graphics aren't worth mentioning either.”
- “While I appreciated the soundtrack and the detail put into the game, it just didn't reverberate with me.”
- “The music is not very good at reminding you that you're playing a video game.”
gameplay
142 mentions
35 % positive mentions
61 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Edge" is characterized by its simplicity and unique mechanics, primarily involving controlling 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. Overall, it offers a fun, albeit sometimes frustrating, experience that caters to both casual and hardcore players, bolstered by a standout soundtrack.
- “Edge demonstrates that you don't need many intricate and complex systems, nor breadth of mechanics, nor even a highly visually or 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, which obfuscates your path with high paths, making it all trial and error on where to go next.”
- “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.”
graphics
112 mentions
45 % positive mentions
53 % neutral mentions
3 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are characterized by a minimalist and colorful aesthetic that many players find charming and visually appealing. While some reviews note that the visuals are simple and not graphically intensive, they effectively complement the gameplay and contribute to a unique atmosphere. Overall, the combination of clean design, vibrant colors, and a cohesive art style is praised, making it a standout feature of the game despite its simplicity.
- “The 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!”
- “The graphics are not the best, but they at least accomplish what they're supposed to, and there's no ambiguity with what's traversable and what's not.”
story
23 mentions
13 % positive mentions
57 % neutral mentions
30 % negative mentions
The game's story is largely criticized for being minimal or nonexistent, with many reviewers noting that it lacks characters, plot, and a sense of purpose, reducing the experience to simply rolling a cube through levels. While some players appreciate the nostalgic simplicity reminiscent of early puzzle games, others feel that the absence of a compelling narrative leads to boredom and a lack of motivation to continue. A few comments suggest that hidden elements may hint at a deeper story, but overall, the focus remains on gameplay rather than storytelling.
- “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 tearjerking and will leave you on the edge of your seat.”
- “Experience gameplay that offers no story, no characters, and no sense of purpose.”
- “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.”
- “Despite having no story, and just plain puzzling challenges in the game, this game serves a real good purpose into thinking, and strategy, and yet is quite fun.”
humor
15 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is consistently highlighted as a standout feature, with players enjoying its clever gimmicks and funny scenarios throughout. Many reviews note that the game successfully blends humor with puzzle-solving, making it an entertaining experience despite some frustrations with controls. Overall, it is described as a funny and enjoyable game that keeps players engaged and amused.
- “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
14 mentions
7 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
93 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, often requiring excessive repetition without a rewarding progression system. While some appreciate the challenge and the occasional satisfaction of puzzle-solving, many feel that the lack of visual aids and the cumbersome controls detract from the overall experience, making it best suited for short play sessions. Ultimately, the grinding can lead to a sense of exhaustion rather than enjoyment, despite some redeeming qualities like checkpoints and appealing aesthetics.
- “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
11 mentions
45 % positive mentions
27 % neutral mentions
27 % negative mentions
The game boasts high replayability, driven by a variety of achievements, time-based rankings, and collectibles that encourage players to improve their scores and optimize their strategies. While it may be relatively short, the challenge of attaining elusive ratings and the fun of revisiting levels make it addictive for completionists and puzzle enthusiasts alike. Overall, players find themselves drawn back for more, making it a title worth recommending for its replay value.
- “It has replay value with loads of fun achievements.”
- “Very replayable and a game that deserves a sequel of some sort, and I strongly recommend it to all puzzle game fans!”
- “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
7 mentions
43 % positive mentions
-29 % neutral mentions
86 % negative mentions
The stability of the game is heavily criticized due to extremely buggy collision detection, which leads to frustrating gameplay experiences, particularly in navigating platforms and switches. While some users find the game enjoyable despite these issues, the overall consensus highlights a need for significant improvements in stability and bug fixes.
- “The game runs smoothly with no glitches.”
- “I haven't encountered any bugs or crashes, which makes for a stable experience.”
- “The stability of the game is impressive; it never lags or freezes.”
- “The collision detection in this game is extremely buggy.”
- “This would have worked great...if the collisions weren't so buggy. Instead, 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. 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
7 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its engaging and dynamic electronic soundtrack, which enhances the experience by shifting from adventurous to moody tones. Players appreciate the combination of great graphics, sound effects, and a clean interface, all contributing to a unique and immersive environment that transports them to another world. Overall, the atmosphere is described as relaxing and spacey, effectively complementing the innovative level design.
- “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
7 mentions
43 % positive mentions
14 % neutral mentions
43 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is praised for its smooth performance, marking a significant improvement over the developer's previous title, "Rush," which faced major performance issues. Players appreciate the game's efficient mechanics, although some express frustration with the performance grading system that can detract from the overall experience.
- “The performance of the game was phenomenal with both types.”
- “I'm pleased to see that the devs have really stepped up their game (no pun intended) with Edge.”
- “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 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
4 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
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.”