Elephantasy
- December 7, 2020
- Benjamin Maksym (Linker)
Get on SteamIt's said that somewhere, hidden from all but the most determined explorers, there is a miniature world where one may go to escape the worries of life. After falling from the sky, you've found yourself in that very same miniature world. But now that you're there, can you ever return home again? Snorri, the resident Wizard of the miniature world, has told you of a mysterious Tower in the Sky abov…
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a charming and colorful world with adorable visuals that create a heartwarming experience.
- The unique item renting system encourages exploration and puzzle-solving, allowing players to gradually expand their abilities and access new areas.
- The puzzles strike a good balance between being engaging and challenging, making for a satisfying gameplay experience.
- The controls can be finicky at times, which may lead to some frustration during gameplay.
- The game can feel slow-paced, and some players may find the backtracking necessary for exploration to be tedious.
- A lack of fast travel options can make experimenting with different item combinations cumbersome.
- gameplay4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its charming world and effective progression system, allowing players to utilize familiar tools and abilities in a cohesive manner. This design enhances the experience as players explore and expand their environment, making for an engaging and delightful adventure.
“This progression mechanic works wonderfully, as you're familiar with all the tools from the get-go, and you can see the world expanding before your eyes as you progress further away from home by using multiple abilities in concert with one another.”
“Such an excellent and charming experience, I love the gameplay and art style!”
“It's got 1-2 days of gameplay--a very charming world with a neat progression system.”
“Pushes the mechanics of the items you get to the fullest.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are characterized by a charming and minimalistic aesthetic, featuring cute visuals and a well-designed map that enhances the overall experience. Users appreciate the vibrant colors and the balance between simplicity and engaging design, contributing to a heartwarming atmosphere.
“The map is well-designed, the puzzles strike just the right balance between trivial and mind-bending, and the overall aesthetic and design are charming.”
“To say this game is adorable would be true, but there is so much more to Elephantasy than just the cute visuals and heartwarming world presentation.”
“Lastly, the graphics are cute and adorable with nice colors used throughout despite the art being very minimalistic.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers highlight that while the game is undeniably adorable, it offers a deeper emotional experience that goes beyond its charming visuals and heartwarming setting, suggesting a rich narrative or thematic depth that resonates with players.
“To say this game is adorable would be true, but there is so much more to Elephantasy than just the cute visuals and heartwarming world presentation.”
