Elli

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Elli is a single player casual platformer game. It was developed by BandanaKid and was released on July 13, 2020. It received positive reviews from players.

Elli is a psuedo-isometric 3D puzzle-platformer. Journey through a varied and whimsical world solving a variety of puzzles, avoiding pitfalls and meeting a cast of characters, explore to find hidden items to switch up your appearance, all while chasing down the mysterious Ghasti!

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82%

Audience ScoreBased on 17 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

Beautiful graphics and charming art direction that create an enjoyable atmosphere.
Puzzles become increasingly challenging and engaging as the game progresses, providing a satisfying experience.
Relaxing gameplay with smooth controls and forgiving checkpoints, making it accessible for a wide range of players.

Fixed camera angles can lead to frustrating platforming sections and difficulty in gauging jumps.
Lack of keyboard and mouse support limits accessibility for some players, and performance issues can hinder the experience.
Repetitive puzzle mechanics and low-budget cutscenes detract from the overall immersion and narrative depth.

gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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38%
The gameplay features a mix of puzzle-solving mechanics that evolve in complexity, primarily revolving around finding keys and manipulating objects to progress. While some mechanics, like precision throwing, can feel cumbersome, the game offers enjoyable variations and introduces new elements regularly, making it a solid foundation for potential sequels or remakes. Overall, despite some technical limitations, the puzzle-platformer experience is considered above average.
- “The puzzles consist of different mechanics that mostly are specific to the world you're in.”
- “Good puzzles; the game adds new mechanics frequently.”
- “The core puzzle mechanic is finding keys or placing boxes/cubes on buttons to open doors.”
- “Puzzles start out very simple, and despite reusing the same half dozen mechanics, some take a bit of thinking with more complex applications of what you've learned.”
- “Mechanics include lowering and crumbling platforms as well as traps like spikes and fireballs.”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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60%
The story in the game is described as intricate yet broken, with some players finding it forgettable and lacking personality, particularly due to low-budget cutscenes. While some appreciate the relaxing gameplay and lovely ending, others feel that the characters fail to resonate, suggesting a need for improvement in storytelling and character development in future installments. Overall, the narrative experience is mixed, with a few enjoying it and others finding it underwhelming.
- “Elli is a really pretty game and actually quite relaxing to play, with a nice story and a lovely ending. It's a great game for the price, and I would love it if there was an Elli 2.”
- “But the further you progress into the story, the more complex the puzzles get.”
- “The story and overall rhythm is a bit too intricate and broken, but I'm hoping the devs are preparing another game with the same skillset in terms of art and a better marketing plan!”
- “If you can forgive some low-budget cutscenes, forgettable story, and the lack of keyboard and mouse support, the actual puzzle-platformer gameplay is not bad; I would even say it's above average.”
- “Lacking personality - the story and characters didn't really do anything for me here, and I feel like you were trying to make the characters cute, but it just didn't work; maybe it's because the cutscenes were done kind of poorly.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted by the charming and often amusing interactions with NPCs, which add a delightful touch to the overall experience.
- “The interactions with NPCs are adorable and even funny at times.”
- “The humor in the dialogue had me laughing out loud!”
- “I love how the game uses witty puns and clever jokes throughout the storyline.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are praised for their beauty and detailed textures, with players frequently admiring the scenery. The game also features a dynamic aesthetic shift every 45 minutes, introducing new puzzle elements and traps, enhancing the visual experience.
- “Beautiful graphics and textures; I found myself admiring the scenery quite often.”
- “Nice audio and visuals.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music is generally considered above average, though it lacks any standout or spectacular elements.
- “The music is above average, even though nothing spectacular.”