Fields XY

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Fields XY is a single player action game. It was developed by Ryan Cooper and was released on April 7, 2017. It received positive reviews from players.

Introducing Fields XY a puzzle platformer featuring 3 unique characters, all interacting at once to complete levels both simple and complex.

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Single-Player

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85%

Audience ScoreBased on 13 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

Engaging and challenging puzzle platformer gameplay requiring control of two characters with distinct mechanics.
Unique concept of cooperative play with oneself that blends puzzle-solving and platforming effectively.
Minimalistic art style paired with a jazzy soundtrack that suits the game's vibe, plus a level editor and community workshop for extended play.

Limited soundtrack variety leading to repetitiveness during extended play sessions.
Level editor is currently unstable and prone to crashes, preventing smooth user-generated content creation.
Some controls and UI elements are unclear, making certain game features like the creation tools difficult to use without experimentation.

music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
33%
The music is minimalistic and relaxing, fitting well with the puzzling experience, with some unique jazzy tracks. However, the soundtrack is very limited, typically only consisting of two or three tracks, which can become repetitive and may lead players to mute it after a while.
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- “Very minimal, good puzzling with nailed music.”
- “Nice, simple easy to understand puzzle game with jazzy music.”
- “The soundtrack, while being okay, only consists of two tracks: menu music and the in-game music.”
- “After a couple of levels you will get sick of the soundtrack, so you're better off muting the game and playing your own music in the background.”
- “I have to say, there are only 3 soundtracks (I think) that are pretty unique and something I have never heard before.”
gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
43%
The gameplay is praised for its simplicity and addictive mechanics, creating a fun and engaging experience despite some unoriginal elements. The combination of different gameplay elements, such as navigating multiple characters, adds a strategic layer. Additionally, the inclusion of a level editor enhances replayability and keeps the gameplay fresh.
- “Building on simple mechanics, they have a formula that perfectly gels into a fun and addictive game.”
- “While not everything was original in Fields XY, it certainly did surprise me by how fun the gameplay was.”
- “So while you have the simpler platformer gameplay with the red square, you need to calculate your path with the blue square.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The graphics are generally praised for their appealing style that complements the gameplay, though some find the visuals somewhat underwhelming. Overall, the graphic design fits well with the game's mechanics and level editor feature.
- “I like the graphics of the game, they are really great.”
- “It's fun, has a pretty nice graphical style which suits the gameplay well and level editor so you can play more levels as soon as people create more of them.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story conveys a strong message about perseverance and the unpredictability of life, emphasizing that overcoming challenges leads to personal growth and success.