Entropic Float

72%
Game Brain Score Based on 35 reviews
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A free drama-mystery visual novel with a modern fantasy setting. Reach out to the fourteen people trapped inside to find the truth through eighteen endings, influenced by but not exclusively bound to your own system time.

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72%
Audience ScoreBased on 35 reviews
story9 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • Entropic Float offers a rich, character-driven narrative with deep exploration of sensitive themes, particularly around LGBTQIA+ representation, making players feel seen and understood.
  • The game features a unique non-linear storytelling approach, allowing players to experience different routes and endings in any order, enhancing replayability and engagement.
  • Despite its free status, the game showcases impressive world-building, a varied soundtrack, and a heartfelt writing style that resonates with players, creating a memorable experience.
  • The graphics and character designs can be inconsistent and unpolished, which may detract from the overall visual experience for some players.
  • Audio issues, including poorly balanced sound levels and inconsistent voice acting quality, can disrupt immersion and enjoyment during gameplay.
  • Some players found the writing to be overly reliant on stereotypes and clichés, leading to shallow character development and tedious dialogue at times.
  • story39 mentions

    The story of "ef" is a complex, non-linear fantasy mystery centered around time loops, featuring a diverse cast of characters whose backstories intertwine with the main plot. While some reviewers praised its originality and engaging dialogue, others criticized its pacing and character development, noting that the repetitive nature of the narrative could detract from emotional investment. Overall, the game offers a unique storytelling experience that balances humor and depth, though it may not resonate with everyone due to its structure and character portrayal.

    • “Ef is a fantasy time-loop mystery story, the larger part of which is non-linear.”
    • “I tend to think that games with multiple routes/paths have an ideal order in which they should be played, but ef is one case in which I think the different parts could be played in any order; each a wonderful way to experience the story.”
    • “Overall, it's a really interesting story with a fascinating idea of time loops, and definitely worth playing!”
    • “I was willing to give it a pass anyway since the story concept (time loops) is right up my alley, but then the game started introducing characters and one of them started talking about 'misgendering' and I've decided to call it quits at this point.”
    • “The structure of the story makes it impossible to feel anything for these characters, especially as they ramble on about stuff no human being would say.”
    • “By far one of the worst characters I've ever read about, Loam does not speak like a normal person, and the plot breaks and contrives to have a way for Loam to function in it.”
  • music11 mentions

    The music in the game is generally well-received, with a varied soundtrack that players enjoy, particularly the title screen track. However, there are notable issues with audio mixing, as some tracks are inconsistently loud or quiet, and voice lines often lack clarity. While the soundtrack enhances the experience, players wish for better looping and more balanced audio levels.

    • “The song that plays on the title screen made it difficult to load my save file because I wanted to keep listening to it; it's good.”
    • “In addition, there's a varied soundtrack and partial English voice acting.”
    • “Finally, I found the soundtrack to be varied.”
    • “Some music tracks are much louder or quieter than others, and although the voiced lines aren't many, when they appear, they're often too quiet to be audible, or really loud suddenly!”
    • “The mixing is kind of all over the place, with most of the characters sounding quieter than the background music by default, and one character in particular being much louder than the others.”
    • “Also, the observation deck music does nothing but creep me out constantly when I'm in-game and always causes my hair to stand on end because I know what's coming.”
  • graphics10 mentions

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players finding the 3D character sprites expressive and fun despite their imperfections, while others criticize the overall aesthetic as unpleasant and inconsistent due to varying art styles. While a few appreciate the solid and consistent art in certain aspects, many agree that the visuals can be jarring and detract from the experience, even for a free game.

    • “The 3D character sprites are far from perfect aesthetically, but they're still expressive and fun, just like the characters themselves.”
    • “It's touching and funny with nice graphics, puzzles, art, writing, and story.”
    • “Solid and consistent art style.”
    • “The graphics are absolutely hideous even for a free game; it's simply unpleasant to look at.”
    • “--even for freeware, these graphics are hard to look at.”
    • “The graphics can be jarring to look at at first, and the 3D models of the characters often have some collision problems with their clothes.”
  • emotional6 mentions

    Players find the emotional aspect of the games to be deeply impactful, with "Entropic Float" being particularly praised for its heartfelt storytelling, relatable characters, and immersive worldbuilding. The game evokes a range of feelings, from fun and suspense to sadness, leaving players feeling seen and emotionally invested in their experiences. Overall, the emotional depth and representation in these games resonate strongly with players, enhancing their overall enjoyment.

    • “Where I often feel invisible, this game made me feel a little more seen.”
    • “Entropic Float is an intriguing, heartfelt game with compelling characters and excellent worldbuilding.”
    • “Honestly, when I first finished, I sat there for a while not entirely sure what to do since I'd explored every nook and cranny of this game; I was that emotionally invested.”
  • character development3 mentions

    Character development features a mix of unique and imaginative designs, with some standout characters that shine despite a few inconsistencies in coherence with the game's setting and other characters. Overall, while the variety in character aesthetics is appreciated, it can lead to a disjointed experience.

    • “There are lots of cool character designs and some wacky fashion.”
    • “While some character designs feel incoherent to the setting and to other characters, there are also some gems of character designs.”
    • “Some character designs feel incoherent to the setting and to other characters, which detracts from the overall experience.”
    • “The inconsistency in character designs makes it hard to connect with the characters and their stories.”
  • humor3 mentions

    The game's humor is a blend of touching and funny moments, enhanced by appealing graphics and engaging writing. Players appreciate the balance of humor with vulnerability and occasional fright, making for a compelling and immersive experience.

    • “It's touching and funny with nice graphics, puzzles, art, writing, and story.”
    • “I started this game initially because I thought it was funny given my username, and was surprised how quickly I got invested in it.”
    • “It's filled with humorous moments, but also vulnerable ones, and at times frightening ones.”
  • gameplay3 mentions

    The gameplay in *entropic float* offers players multiple choices while controlling one of three characters within a time loop, enhancing replayability and engagement. Reviewers noted a smooth experience without any technical issues.

    • “As for the gameplay, 'Entropic Float' has multiple choices that are presented as you play one of the three characters and progress through the designated time loop.”
    • “As for the gameplay, 'entropic float' has multiple choices that are presented as you play one of the three characters and progress through the designated time loop.”
    • “Now that I've gone over the story and gameplay, I'll move onto my critique.”
    • “As for the gameplay, I didn't find any technical issues.”
  • grinding2 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect tedious, with a notable improvement in engagement only during the transition between the "good" and "bad" endings. While the game features 18 compelling routes, the 19th route becomes monotonous before regaining interest in its latter half and conclusion.

    • “It is tedious - only at the point of diverting between a 'good' and 'bad' ending does the pattern almost break.”
    • “Tl;dr 18 really good routes, half of the 19th is tedious, but the second half of the 19th and the ending are good again.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    The game is playable on both desktop PCs and Steam Deck, though it is not specifically optimized for the latter. However, the simple controls make it manageable on the Steam Deck despite the lack of optimization.

    • “I played this on my desktop PC, but it's not optimized for the Steam Deck. The controls are simple, so it works, but it could be much better.”
    • “The game suffers from significant performance issues, making it frustrating to play even on high-end hardware.”
    • “There are frequent frame drops and stuttering, which really detracts from the overall experience.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is often praised for its engaging and immersive qualities, contributing positively to the overall experience.

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