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Elixir

82%Game Brain Score
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atmosphere, story
90% User Score Based on 42 reviews

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"Elixir" is a game where you step into the role of an ancient alchemist, tasked with exploring a mysterious house to discover forgotten alchemy techniques and recipes. Each lost soul you encounter has unique conditions that you must identify to create the right Elixir and help them on their journey, with the consequences of your actions potentially leading to salvation or damnation. With over 700 Elixirs to craft and over 10 million randomized soul encounters, the game offers endless replayability and a deep, immersive story.

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90%
Audience ScoreBased on 42 reviews
music2 positive mentions
story3 negative mentions
  • The game features a unique dark fantasy atmosphere combined with cozy crafting mechanics, making it an intriguing experience.
  • There is a satisfying depth to potion-making, with many combinations and experiments to explore, which keeps players engaged.
  • The pixel art and music create an immersive environment, enhancing the overall enjoyment of the gameplay.
  • The game currently feels limited in content, with some players finding it repetitive and lacking in engaging activities beyond potion-making.
  • Controls can be clunky and finicky, leading to frustrating moments during the crafting process.
  • The initial missions may feel rushed, potentially overwhelming new players who are still learning the mechanics.
  • atmosphere
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is characterized by a blend of mystery and a sense of hopelessness, enhanced by pixelated visuals and immersive sound effects. Players appreciate the noticeable changes within the otherwise somber environment, which effectively captures their attention and enhances the overall experience.

    • “I was delighted by each new and noticeable change within the otherwise dour atmosphere.”
    • “A nice indie pixel game with a mysterious atmosphere.”
    • “A nice game, with super cool sound effects, immersing you in this cold atmosphere of hopelessness of those guys hanging on chains.”
    • “The pixelized scenery together with the soundtrack created the right atmosphere to grab my attention.”
  • story
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story is engaging and quickly draws players in, despite a somewhat rushed first mission. With intriguing puzzles and multiple endings, it encourages exploration and curiosity about the narrative's progression. The combination of beautiful pixel art and music enhances the overall experience.

    • “Definitely gonna look more into this game, I saw in the FAQ there's multiple endings and I'm so curious about how the story progresses. There's a lot of interesting things around the house I haven't been able to solve yet.”
    • “The first mission is a little rushed.”
    • “Gorgeous pixel art and music, pretty interesting mechanics, a little confusing at first but the story and puzzles hook you very quickly.”
    • “Definitely going to look more into this game; I saw in the FAQ there's multiple endings and I'm so curious about how the story progresses. There's a lot of interesting things around the house I haven't been able to solve yet.”
  • gameplay
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay focuses on experimenting with simple combinations, particularly through well-designed potion mechanics. While it may initially be confusing, the engaging story and puzzles quickly draw players in, complemented by beautiful pixel art and music.

    • “Gorgeous pixel art and music, pretty interesting mechanics, a little confusing at first but the story and puzzles hook you very quickly...”
    • “The main gameplay is about testing out simple combinations.”
    • “The main mechanics - potions are well thought out.”
  • grinding
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience, with some describing it as reminiscent of a cozy crafting or farming sim. However, many also criticize it for being tedious, buggy, and lacking in engagement.

    • “Tedious, buggy, and uninteresting”
    • “Tedious, buggy, and uninteresting”
  • music
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is praised for its ability to create an engaging atmosphere that complements the gorgeous pixel art. Reviewers note that the soundtrack enhances the overall experience, drawing players into the story and puzzles despite initial confusion with the mechanics.

    • “The pixelized scenery together with the soundtrack created the right atmosphere to grab my attention.”
    • “Gorgeous pixel art and music, pretty interesting mechanics, a little confusing at first but the story and puzzles hook you up very quickly.”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The stability of the game has been criticized for being plagued by bugs and a lack of engaging content, leading to a tedious experience for players.

    • “Tedious, buggy, and uninteresting”
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