Illie

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Illie is a puzzle game where players must turn the floor green by stepping on it and reach the finish tile in each level. With multiple solutions available for each level, players must guide the character "illie" through various labyrinths and to the exit. The game encourages creativity and strategic thinking in its simple yet challenging gameplay.

Genres & Tags

Indie

Play Modes

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

Reviews

62%

Audience ScoreBased on 43 reviews

emotional1 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game offers a simple and fun puzzle mechanic that can be enjoyable for casual players and achievement hunters.
It's a short game that can be completed in under an hour, making it a decent time killer for those looking for quick gameplay.
When on sale, the game provides good value for its low price, especially for players who enjoy completing Steam achievements.

The puzzles are overly simplistic and repetitive, with many levels feeling similar or lacking in challenge.
The graphics and sound design are poor, contributing to an overall lack of polish and engagement in the game.
The game is very short, with many players completing it in under 30 minutes, leading to concerns about its value at full price.

gameplay
14 mentions
14 % positive mentions
64 % neutral mentions
21 % negative mentions
The gameplay is criticized for its limited mechanics and lack of variety, with only a few introduced elements that are underutilized throughout the game. Players can expect around 45-60 minutes of basic puzzle-solving, but many levels feel repetitive and uninspired, leading to a recommendation to wait for a sale due to the overall poor implementation of solid mechanics.
- “The core mechanic is solid, mainly because it's ancient.”
- “You'll get more than half an hour of decent gameplay out of this game.”
- “I wouldn't recommend paying full price for the game because there is only about 45-60 minutes of gameplay.”
- “The levels aren't particularly inspired and there is exactly one gameplay twist which doesn't appear until the very end of the game, and then only in a few levels, making the game on the easier and less interesting side.”
- “While the game mechanic is decent, the implementation is poor.”
graphics
7 mentions
29 % positive mentions
29 % neutral mentions
43 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have been widely criticized for their outdated retro pixel art style, which many find unappealing and lacking in quality. Players also noted the absence of options to adjust resolution or customize settings, further limiting any potential improvements. Overall, the visuals are described as minimal and laughably poor, detracting from the overall experience.
- “The graphics are not pretty to look at, and the mind-numbing music playing in the background is annoying.”
- “A choice was made to use obsolete, decades-old retro pixel 'art' as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
- “There's no way for gamers to try to improve the low-quality graphics.”
music
7 mentions
43 % positive mentions
14 % neutral mentions
43 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it monotonous and annoying, while others describe it as nice and catchy. Many users express frustration over the limited sound options and difficulty in disabling the music, leading to a generally negative perception of the audio experience. Overall, the music seems to detract from the gameplay for a significant portion of players.
- “The music was nice and catchy.”
- “No glitches or technical problems, although I couldn't figure out how to turn the sound off (only the music).”
- “The game has only 3 options - disabling music, sound effects, and fullscreen.”
- “The graphics are not pretty to look at and the mind-numbing music playing in the background is annoying.”
- “In short, the game is too simple; I also hated trying to listen to the music.”
- “I didn't like the music or the sound effects, but I also disabled them pretty quickly and didn't give them much of a chance.”
emotional
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is minimal, as the gameplay primarily focuses on a straightforward mechanic of navigating through grid levels without any deeper narrative or emotional engagement.
humor
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding it amusing and enjoyable enough to recommend despite any reservations.
- “But funny enough, I can recommend this.”
- “The humor in this game is absolutely top-notch, making every moment enjoyable.”
- “I found myself laughing out loud at the clever jokes and witty dialogue throughout the game.”
stability
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Overall, the game demonstrates strong stability with no reported glitches or technical issues. However, some users have noted difficulties in adjusting sound settings, specifically in turning off the sound completely while still managing the music.
- “No glitches or technical problems, which made for a smooth gaming experience.”
- “The game runs flawlessly without any crashes or bugs.”
- “I appreciate the stability; it allows me to focus on gameplay without distractions.”