Entropy Rising

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"Entropy Rising" is a physics-based puzzle game set in a peculiar world, where you manipulate elements like gravity, electricity, and acid to solve levels. With a time-travel mechanic, you can reverse any mistakes. The game features 33 levels, optional challenges, and a level editor for sharing and creating new content on Steam Workshop.

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

67%

Audience ScoreBased on 33 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features creative and challenging puzzles that encourage players to test their problem-solving skills.
The time rewind mechanic is a unique and handy feature that allows players to correct mistakes without restarting levels.
The graphics and atmosphere are visually appealing, providing an enjoyable environment for puzzle-solving.

The game suffers from performance issues, including lag and unpolished controls, which can make gameplay frustrating.
There is a lack of story and character development, leaving the game feeling hollow and unengaging.
Some mechanics, like moving objects, can feel tedious and imprecise, detracting from the overall experience.

gameplay
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
53%
20%
The gameplay is characterized by a mix of interesting and unique mechanics, particularly a time travel feature that allows players to rewind actions, though some find it more of a gimmick than a meaningful addition. While the puzzles are engaging and the mechanics are well-integrated, the overall difficulty progression is perceived as lacking, and the presence of frustrating mechanics can detract from the experience. The game is recommended for fans of pure puzzle games who enjoy exploring large puzzle chambers.
- “A very nice puzzle game with some interesting and unique mechanics.”
- “This is a first-person puzzle game with several very interesting mechanics, which the game does tie in nicely together.”
- “Recommended if you are a fan of pure puzzle games and enjoy playing around in large puzzle chambers, with a variety of mechanics.”
- “Even that maybe wouldn't have bothered me too much if the mechanics weren't so terribly annoying.”
- “It's kind of a slap in the face when you have to be so careful at every step to avoid the many game mechanic-based pitfalls.”
- “The game does introduce mechanics one by one, but apart from the rooms/levels getting larger, I didn't particularly feel like the puzzle difficulty was making any meaningful progression.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
50%
The game's story is minimal and lacks depth, with sparse dialogue and little connection to the world, leaving players to piece together the narrative themselves. Many reviewers express a desire for a more engaging and developed storyline, comparing it unfavorably to games like Portal. Overall, the absence of a compelling story detracts from the overall experience.
- “The only thing this game is missing is a kick-ass story of some sort, and it would jump higher up my favorite list.”
- “The story is told very sparsely, and I never felt connected to the world.”
- “The only thing this game is missing is a kick-ass story of some sort and it would jump higher up my favorite list.”
- “The story is told very very sparsely and I never felt connected to the world.”
- “Just don't expect a story to be told like in Portal; it's up to you to find out what all this might be.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews; some users criticize them for poor performance and outdated visuals, while others appreciate the appealing aesthetics and find them surprisingly good given the simplistic design. Overall, while there are notable shortcomings, many players still find the graphics enjoyable and fitting for the game's style.
- “The graphics are quite nice, way better than you would expect from a game set in a world of cubes and spheres.”
- “It has great graphics and interesting challenges.”
- “+ Graphics: looks fabulous!”
- “Managed to provide graphics worse than Half-Life 2 using the same settings and hardware.”
- “Shitty performance, shitty graphics, laggier than 3A new games.”
- “The visuals are simple and aren’t too extravagant; however, it isn’t an aspect that takes the entertainment out of the game.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The music and sound design in the game are highly praised for creating an enjoyable atmosphere, with a pleasant and unobtrusive soundtrack that enhances the overall experience without being distracting.
- “Music and sounds fit perfectly and create an enjoyable atmosphere.”
- “+ Soundtrack: nice and non-annoying background music.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is notably lacking, with comparisons made to "Portal" highlighting its absence of both story and comedic elements. While the visuals may surpass those of "Portal," the game fails to capture the same wit and charm.
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game's atmosphere is reminiscent of "Portal," yet it establishes its own unique identity, creating a relaxing environment that enhances the puzzle-solving experience. At a price of £3.99, players find the atmosphere to be a significant highlight, making it a highly recommended choice.
- “Overall, a nice little relaxing puzzle game with a lovely atmosphere, and for £3.99, I'd absolutely recommend it!”
- “It's very portal in its atmosphere yet manages to be its own thing.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The optimization of the game has been widely criticized, with users reporting poor performance, subpar graphics, and significant lag compared to other recent AAA titles.
- “Poor performance and graphics; laggier than many AAA games.”
- “The optimization is terrible, making the game almost unplayable.”
- “I experienced constant frame drops and stuttering, which ruined the experience.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the grinding aspect tedious, as it restricts the use of features like the gravity gun to specific surfaces, limiting creativity and enjoyment.
- “The grinding in this game feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I spent hours doing the same tasks over and over again, and it just became a chore rather than enjoyable gameplay.”
- “The grind is so excessive that it overshadows the fun elements of the game, turning it into a tedious experience.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
300%
The game offers notable replayability through a 3-star rating system that encourages players to improve their times and minimize rewinds, alongside hidden secrets that appeal to speedrunners and completionists.
- “There's also replay value in the form of a 3-star rating system for time and the times you use rewind, as well as some secrets to find, which will be interesting to speedrunners and secret hunters.”
- “The game lacks significant replayability, as once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to return.”
- “While there are some collectibles to find, the overall experience feels too linear to warrant multiple playthroughs.”
- “After finishing the game, I found that the lack of varied choices and outcomes made it hard to justify replaying.”

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