ElecHead

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"ElecHead" is a thrilling single-player platformer game that showcases awesome gameplay with stunning phenomenal graphics. Players control a robot with the ability to electrify objects and solve puzzles to progress through levels. The game is designed by "NamaTakahashi" and features a wonderful soundtrack that complements the game's atmosphere, making it an unforgettable experience for players, also known as "Tsuyomi".

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

Reviews

79%

Audience ScoreBased on 447 reviews

gameplay58 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

Clever and innovative puzzle design that utilizes a simple mechanic to create a variety of engaging challenges.
Charming retro aesthetic with a delightful soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
Short but satisfying gameplay that respects the player's time, with a perfect balance of challenge and accessibility.

The game is quite short, which may leave players wanting more content and depth.
Some secrets and collectibles are hidden in ways that can feel frustrating or unfair, requiring backtracking and exploration.
The icon-based menu can be confusing, leading to accidental actions like deleting save data.

gameplay
161 mentions
36 % positive mentions
62 % neutral mentions
2 % negative mentions
The gameplay of this puzzle platformer is centered around a unique and simple mechanic where the player's head electrifies surfaces, leading to clever and varied puzzles that challenge players to think creatively. While the game effectively maximizes its core mechanics, some reviewers noted a desire for additional content and more diverse mechanics to enhance the experience. Overall, the level design is praised for its ingenuity, providing a satisfying difficulty curve and a polished gameplay experience that keeps players engaged throughout its short runtime.
- “An ingenious puzzle platformer that, like all of the greats, is devilishly simple in its premise but iterates upon just a couple of mechanics to deliver a truly unique experience.”
- “The game wrings an amazing amount of complexity out of a simple set of mechanics, as each room makes you really think about how the electricity and head throwing mechanics actually work.”
- “Brilliant in its simplicity, everything revolves around one mechanic but it's used to its absolute max potential with very clever level design.”
- “Sure, there could have been a couple more mechanics, a boss fight or two, or a little story to flesh out what's happening.”
- “My only complaint is the need to abuse broken game mechanics to get that 100% completion, especially because you'd never discover these exploits by playing the game normally.”
- “I think they could've done just a bit more given how versatile the game's central electricity mechanics are.”
music
79 mentions
59 % positive mentions
37 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim for its catchy chiptune soundtrack, which complements the retro aesthetic and enhances the overall gameplay experience. Reviewers noted that the soundtrack is well-composed, engaging, and effectively sets the atmosphere, making it a standout feature alongside the charming pixel art and clever puzzle design. While some found the music to be somewhat repetitive over time, the majority praised its quality and ability to elevate the game's nostalgic feel.
- “The music is fantastic and really adds to the adventure.”
- “The pixel art is beautiful, and the chiptune soundtrack does a great job of building on the familiar melody.”
- “A very elegant puzzle platformer layered with clean visuals, sweet chiptone music, and gameplay that's easy to pick up and play.”
- “The soundtrack is just as lazy as the rest of the game and sounds like what they call 'earth music' in that Rick and Morty episode.”
- “Visually the game has a simple color palette and a soundtrack that doesn't have much to it but more than gets the job done.”
- “While a lot of people compare it to VVVVVV due to how nostalgic the music and more simplistic art style, it reminds me a lot more of the puzzle flash games I grew up on than the Atari era design V was based on.”
graphics
50 mentions
38 % positive mentions
56 % neutral mentions
6 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charming retro aesthetic, featuring a clean and minimalistic design that enhances the gameplay experience. Many reviewers appreciate the vibrant color palettes and pixel art style, which evoke nostalgia while remaining visually appealing. The accompanying soundtrack is also highlighted as a strong complement to the visuals, creating an engaging atmosphere that enhances the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “A brilliant puzzle platformer with incredibly simple mechanics and a beautifully restrained four-color aesthetic.”
- “What an amazingly creative and rewarding puzzle platformer, accompanied by stunning visuals.”
- “The graphics are cute and easy to read (and extra palettes are always a nice touch) and the chirpy music is fun too.”
- “It is a little bare bones visually (what you see in the screenshots is what you get in terms of art) but still aesthetically pleasing, and the soundtrack and sound effects are well done.”
- “Visuals reminded me of NES Mega Man with more contrast.”
- “The atmosphere drips of early 8-bit nostalgia and the graphics and music fit well.”
story
16 mentions
19 % positive mentions
63 % neutral mentions
19 % negative mentions
The story in Elechead is described as minimal and simple, serving primarily to connect the gameplay rather than to provide depth or complexity. While some players found the narrative elements intriguing, they noted that the focus is predominantly on platforming and puzzles, with only a few hints of plot development through scenery and a twist ending. Overall, the game offers just enough story to support its mechanics, but players should not expect a rich narrative experience.
- “Elechead is a quintessential puzzle platformer with a stylish presentation and minimalist storytelling.”
- “There is a little bit of plot to be inferred from the scenery and the ending cutscene, and the twist at the end definitely got an audible 'woah!' from me.”
- “Sure, there could have been a couple more mechanics, a boss fight or two, or a little story to flesh out what's happening.”
- “Elechead’s emphasis is on platforming and puzzles, without any semblance of a story.”
- “The game has just enough story to tie it all together, but don't expect much more than that.”
humor
5 mentions
80 % positive mentions
-40 % neutral mentions
60 % negative mentions
Overall, players appreciate the humor in the game, often finding themselves smiling and laughing while tackling challenging puzzles. However, some reviews criticize the humor as lacking depth, with comparisons to other games that succeed without relying on comedic elements, suggesting a divide in player preferences regarding humor in gaming.
- “I found myself smiling and laughing as I played through each of the just difficult enough puzzles - many times going 'there is no way I'm solving this' to 'holy crap I did it!!' in a matter of minutes.”
- “Sane Trilogy also did not have to resort to toilet humor.”
- “Those two negative reviews are funny.”
- “Poup is not funny.”
- “The jokes fall flat and feel forced.”
- “I expected more humor, but it just didn't land.”
replayability
5 mentions
40 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
60 % negative mentions
The game offers limited replayability, primarily appealing to those interested in collecting secrets or speedrunning, as it is relatively short and lacks substantial content for multiple playthroughs. While it features two endings and hidden collectibles, many players feel that these elements do not significantly enhance its overall replay value.
- “It features secret collectibles and two endings, meaning it has some degree of replayability if you're up to find them all.”
- “As it stands, it's a short game that doesn't strike me as having a whole lot of replay value, although I think it would be a great game for speedrunners to spend time honing skills at.”
- “Almost no replayability unless you're trying to find all the collectibles or speedrun it.”
- “Short with not much replay value, but I'm happy to pay for this game and piece of art.”
- “Almost zero replayability after finishing it.”
grinding
4 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly during post-game exploration where they must repeatedly solve previously completed puzzles to uncover missed secrets. This repetitive nature can detract from the overall experience, making the search for hidden items feel slow and laborious, despite the core gameplay being engaging.
- “One of the downsides of this game is that, inherently, it is tedious to travel throughout the map in post-game or completionist efforts simply because virtually every room is a puzzle, and you have to therefore solve previously-solved puzzles again repeatedly to search for secret rooms you missed the first time through the area.”
- “I could now look for all of the hidden remote thingys, but that is a bit slow and tedious compared to the core gameplay.”
- “You will end up grinding against every wall.”
emotional
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players find the game emotionally engaging, as it fosters a sense of intelligence and accomplishment through its clever puzzle mechanics. The unique abilities of the robot character create a rewarding experience that enhances the emotional connection to the gameplay.
- “Cool game, made me feel smart.”
- “As in all the best puzzle games, one simple central mechanic — electrifying surfaces by touching them — is complicated bit by bit and cleverly worked out in all its possibilities.”
atmosphere
3 mentions
33 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
67 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is characterized by a cool, mysterious vibe enhanced by excellent music and artwork, evoking a sense of early 8-bit nostalgia. The limited color palette and minimal text contribute to a unique and endearing experience that resonates with players.
- “A cool, mysterious atmosphere aided by great music and artwork.”
- “The atmosphere drips with early 8-bit nostalgia, and the graphics and music fit well.”
- “This is just my personal preference, but I think the limited color palette and near complete lack of text makes for a very endearing atmosphere.”