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Factotum 90

Short, simple and fun, Factotum 90 is a must-have addition to any puzzle game fan's collection. With a unique premise and an interesting plot, it only ever tries to be exactly what it is and offers enough of a challenge to be a satisfying experience. A refreshing addition to the ID@Xbox collection.
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69%Game Brain Score
story, humor
gameplay, music
86% User Score Based on 28 reviews
Critic Score 72%Based on 7 reviews

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Factotum 90 is a single player arcade platformer game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by TACS Games and was released on June 20, 2016. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

You’re in deep space and something’s collided with the ship. Main power is offline and you’re trapped. It’s lucky you have access to this terminal. It’s a little old but with these two robots and some clever thinking you might be able to get power back online and save the day. Control two walker robots and puzzle your way through 30 levels to restore power, reactivate the life support and solve th…

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story4 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • Factotum 90 features engaging puzzles that gradually increase in difficulty, providing a satisfying challenge without being overly frustrating.
  • The game has a charming aesthetic with polished graphics and a soothing soundtrack, enhancing the overall experience.
  • Players appreciate the cooperative mechanics of controlling two robots, which adds a unique twist to the puzzle-solving gameplay.
  • The game requires a controller for optimal play, which is not clearly communicated prior to purchase, leading to frustration for some players.
  • There are minor glitches and annoyances, such as the inability to turn off the elevator music and occasional issues with robot movement.
  • Some players feel that the game lacks depth and can become repetitive, with certain tasks feeling like busywork.
  • story
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story revolves around a damaged spaceship in deep space, where players use robots to investigate and restore functionality, guided by a humorous British crewmember. While the narrative is engaging and well-scripted, it lacks surprising twists, offering a familiar sci-fi premise with a lighthearted tone.

    • “And the story was engaging as well, with a fair bit of humor to it.”
    • “The story is there's been some type of damage in deep space on the ship, and you're using these robots to investigate and navigate to get the ship running again.”
    • “You've guided by a British guy who does a good job with the script; he'll introduce each level and interject every now and then, although the story isn't going to surprise you at all.”
    • “Guiding you on your quest through this future-70s ship is another crewmember stuck in a different part of the vessel.”
  • gameplay
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay features a well-structured progression of puzzles that increase in difficulty and complexity, ensuring players never feel lost regarding puzzle mechanics. Innovative mechanics allow for unique interactions with the environment, utilizing two arms but only one at a time, while the design effectively teaches players how to engage with each new element introduced. Overall, the gameplay is praised for its clarity and engaging challenge.

    • “Game mechanics are innovative as you can interact with the environment using two arms but only one at a time.”
    • “The puzzles gradually build in difficulty and complexity, and there wasn't a moment where I felt like I was missing a detail about a puzzle mechanic.”
    • “Mechanics are introduced gradually, and the design of puzzles does a good job teaching you what you need to learn from each mechanic.”
  • humor
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is praised for its engaging story and a consistent sense of humor, contributing to its fun and enjoyable puzzle-solving experience. Reviewers highlight the combination of humor and style as a key aspect of its appeal.

    • “The story was engaging as well, with a fair bit of humor to it.”
    • “It is a fun little puzzler with a nice sense of humor and great style.”
  • graphics
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are praised for their polish and evolution from the original, showcasing a lovely retro style that enhances the overall experience. Reviewers highlight the soothing soundtrack and the game's ability to create a relaxing atmosphere, making it a standout indie title. The updated visuals and smoother controls contribute to its status as the definitive version on the Nintendo Switch.

    • “Lovely graphics and a soothing soundtrack set the tone for a relaxing game that uses its ideas in really interesting ways.”
    • “In my opinion, it's a great indie game with a fantastic retro graphical style and control system.”
    • “Graphics have much evolved and are definitely more polished than the original Factotum, giving an overall 'amazing work for a single indie' impression.”
    • “Complete with updated graphics and smoother controls, I would say the Nintendo Switch game is the definitive version.”
  • music
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game features a soothing soundtrack that enhances the relaxing atmosphere, though some players express a desire for the option to toggle it off, as the persistent elevator music can become intrusive. Overall, while the music contributes positively to the game's ambiance, the lack of control over it is a notable drawback.

    • “Lovely graphics and a soothing soundtrack set the tone for a relaxing game that uses its ideas in really interesting ways.”
    • “The elevator music can't be turned off, there's no 'always run' button (and you will want to always run, as walking speed is quite slow), you collect data packets with... no apparent benefit, and there's a vague air of clunkiness to the whole thing.”
    • “One thing I would like to have seen is an option to toggle off the music, but that's the only real negative I have.”
  • atmosphere
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is consistently praised for being enjoyable and engaging, complemented by high production quality and entertaining puzzles.

    • “Terrific game, fun puzzles, and an engaging atmosphere with good production qualities.”
  • optimization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is praised for its smooth performance and polished optimization, indicating a well-executed technical foundation.

    • “Overall, this game runs smoothly and has been done with polish.”
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Factotum 90 is a arcade platformer game with science fiction theme.

Factotum 90 is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 4 and others.

Factotum 90 was released on June 20, 2016.

Factotum 90 was developed by TACS Games.

Factotum 90 has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

Factotum 90 is a single player game.

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