Get on Steam"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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Reviews
- The game features a unique and enthralling dark fantasy atmosphere, combining cozy crafting elements with potion-making mechanics.
- There is a satisfying learning curve as players experiment with different potion combinations and discover the effects of their creations.
- The pixel art and music create an immersive experience, enhancing the overall enjoyment of the gameplay.
- The game currently lacks content and feels limited in scope, leading to a repetitive experience after a short playtime.
- Controls can be clunky and finicky, making the potion-making process frustrating at times.
- The initial missions may feel rushed, potentially overwhelming new players before they fully grasp the mechanics.
- atmosphere4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is characterized by a blend of mystery and a sense of hopelessness, enhanced by pixel art 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.
“A nice indie pixel game with a mysterious atmosphere.”
“The pixelated scenery together with the soundtrack created the right atmosphere to grab my attention.”
“A nice game, with super cool sound effects, immersing you in this cold atmosphere of hopelessness with those guys hanging on chains.”
“I was delighted by each new and noticeable change within the otherwise dour atmosphere.”
- story3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The story is engaging and quickly draws players in, despite a somewhat rushed start to the first mission. The intriguing narrative, combined with interesting puzzles and multiple endings, encourages exploration and further investment in the game. Players appreciate the beautiful pixel art and music that enhance the storytelling experience.
“Definitely going to look more into this game. I saw in the FAQ that there are multiple endings, and I'm so curious about how the story progresses. There are a lot of interesting things around the house I haven't been able to solve yet.”
“The first mission is a little rushed.”
“The story and puzzles hook you very quickly, but it can be a little confusing at first.”
“I'm curious about how the story progresses, but there are a lot of interesting things around the house I haven't been able to solve yet.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The gameplay features engaging mechanics centered around potion combinations, enhanced by beautiful pixel art and music. While it may initially be confusing, the story and puzzles quickly draw players in, making for an interesting and immersive experience.
“Gorgeous pixel art and music, pretty interesting mechanics; a little confusing at first, but the story and puzzles hook you very quickly.”
“The main mechanics involving potions are well thought out.”
“The main gameplay is about testing out simple combinations.”
“The main mechanics, particularly the potions, are well thought out.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while it has a cozy crafting and farming vibe, it is often described as tedious, buggy, and lacking in engagement.
“Tedious, buggy, and uninteresting.”
“Feels oddly like a cozy crafting/farming sim.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for its ability to create an engaging atmosphere that complements the gorgeous pixel art and intriguing mechanics. Reviewers note that the soundtrack effectively enhances the overall experience, drawing players into the story and puzzles.
“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.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The stability of the game has been criticized for being tedious and plagued with bugs, leading to a lack of engagement and overall dissatisfaction among players.
“The game is plagued by constant bugs that make it tedious to play.”
“I encountered numerous stability issues that ruined the overall experience.”
“Frequent crashes and glitches make the game frustrating and uninteresting.”
