GOD'S GIFT

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GOD'S GIFT is a single player strategy game. It was developed by Straitjacket and was released on August 15, 2024. It received very positive reviews from players.

God's Gift is a 2D puzzle platformer inspired by Lemmings and Pikmin with an emphasis on forward planning, exploration and experimentation. The gameplay involves guiding mindless cultists throughout 23 levels overcoming environmental and enemy based puzzles by mutating the cultists giving them many fantastic eldritch abilities. Sacrifice your cultists to shrines scattered throughout the Old God'…

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Audience ScoreBased on 19 reviews

music4 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

Great pixel art, animations, and a captivating soundtrack enhance the overall experience.
Well-designed levels with a good mix of challenge and intuitive gameplay keep players engaged.
The game offers a unique Lovecraftian theme and interesting mechanics reminiscent of classic puzzle games like Lemmings.

Puzzles can become repetitive and may require excessive backtracking, which can be frustrating.
The AI of minions can be inconsistent, leading to unintended deaths and challenges in management.
Some players found the initial learning curve steep, with a lack of clear instructions on mechanics.

gameplay
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The gameplay is characterized by a rich combination of mechanics and well-designed levels that progressively increase in difficulty, encouraging players to think critically and creatively. While the thematic elements are satisfying, some players find the pace slow and suggest that improved sound effects could enhance the overall experience. The absence of certain achievements may hinder the flow of gameplay, and the lack of tooltips for mechanics can lead to a trial-and-error learning process.
- “Lots of interesting combinations of mechanics.”
- “2 hours in and I'm only 7 levels in; gameplay is well worth the price point.”
- “The levels are well thought out and become steadily more difficult, forcing the player to cleverly combine their knowledge of the game mechanics to proceed.”
- “Many interactions, menus, mechanics, etc. would have a stronger sense of weight if there were some more punchy sound effects to accommodate them.”
- “The gifts are taught through gameplay, as they have no tooltips, so some minute details of their use may not be apparent until a lot of head scratching and trial and error.”
- “And this game has no 'S rank' or 'complete all levels with no deaths' achievement, which in hindsight should have freed my gameplay a lot faster.”
music
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The game's soundtrack is highly praised for its inspiring and cohesive 16-bit style, featuring lush compositions that range from melancholy to funky. Reviewers appreciate how the music enhances the gaming experience without being distracting, making it enjoyable both in and out of the game. Overall, it is considered top-tier and perfectly suited for the game's atmosphere.
- “Seriously, the soundtrack for this is top tier and I genuinely never get sick of it no matter how much I listen to it, to the point that I listen to it outside of the game!”
- “The soundtrack is also particularly inspiring.”
- “They range from generally melancholy to funky to driving to exciting without ever straying too hard from a general motif that ties all of the music together into one coherent package.”
graphics
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their unique and iconic art style, which is both visually pleasing and a standout feature that significantly enhances the overall experience.
- “The art style is genuinely pleasing to the eye, and surprisingly unique and iconic.”
- “First, it is impossible to discuss this game without mentioning the visuals.”
- “The graphics are outdated and lack the detail expected from modern games.”
- “The character models look flat and lifeless, making it hard to connect with the game.”
character development
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Reviewers praise the character development for its exceptional design and high-quality animations, highlighting the visual appeal and attention to detail in bringing characters to life.
- “The character design is top tier, as are the animations.”
- “The depth of character development really makes you feel connected to the story.”
- “Each character evolves in a way that feels natural and impactful throughout the game.”
replayability
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Players highlight the game's "infinite replay value," particularly due to the ability to share levels, which enhances the overall experience and encourages continuous engagement.
- “This game offers essentially infinite replay value, especially with the ability to share levels.”
- “The variety of choices and paths keeps the gameplay fresh, making me want to replay it multiple times.”
- “Each playthrough feels unique due to the different strategies and character builds available.”
- “So that's basically infinite replay value in a game of this style, especially with the ability to share levels.”
story
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The story is a unique Lovecraftian horror narrative that offers a fresh perspective by presenting the events from the horror's point of view, making it a fun and intriguing experience for players.
- “It's actually a fun little Lovecraftian horror story from the horror's point of view, and I mean, come on, how often do you get one of those, right?”
stability
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Users have reported occasional glitches, particularly when using gifts near corners, but the active engagement of the developer on Discord suggests that these stability issues may be addressed promptly.
- “I encountered some unfortunate glitches when using certain gifts too close to the corner, but the developer is active on Discord, so I'm hoping the issues won't remain for long.”