Illuminaria

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Command a swarm of robots in their quest to save the world

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Play Modes

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

Reviews

77%

Audience ScoreBased on 52 reviews

story5 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

Engaging gameplay with a unique blend of tower defense and resource management mechanics.
No ads or interruptions, allowing for a smooth and enjoyable gaming experience.
Beautiful graphics and creative artwork that enhance the overall experience.

Some players experienced bugs that hindered gameplay, such as connectivity issues and unresponsive bots.
The game can become repetitive, especially towards the end, with limited replay value.
Difficulty levels may not provide enough challenge, leaving some players wanting more depth in gameplay.

story
10 mentions
50 % positive mentions
20 % neutral mentions
30 % negative mentions
The story in the game is generally regarded as good, with creative elements and a distinct ending, but it suffers from poor integration into the gameplay, leading to a lack of immersion. While some players appreciate the writing and find it enjoyable, others feel it is not well-placed and can be overlooked in favor of gameplay mechanics. Overall, the narrative is seen as a positive aspect, albeit one that could be better woven into the game's structure.
- “Creative artwork, soothing music, and intriguing (minimal) backstory.”
- “Cute game, story is written well, the gameplay is intriguing enough to keep my interest, but not so ridiculous that it makes me want to rage quit.”
- “I docked one star because the story is not immersive and is not placed well.”
- “I found bits of story in weird spots.”
- “Pretty solid RTS type game, specific storyline and a distinct ending.”
graphics
6 mentions
67 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally praised for their quality and creativity, with many users appreciating the artistic style and visual appeal. However, some feel that while the graphics are nice, they lack a certain standout quality that would elevate the overall experience. Overall, opinions are mixed, with some finding the visuals engaging and others describing them as unremarkable.
- “Creative artwork, soothing music, and an intriguing (minimal) backstory.”
- “Graphics are awesome.”
- “Very good game graphics.”
- “It's missing something for it to really stand out, and the graphics are nice yet lacking.”
- “Ugh, very boring. The graphics were nice.”
gameplay
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is described as very addictive and enjoyable, though some users feel it could benefit from greater depth. Overall, it is considered good and engaging.
- “Very addictive gameplay.”
- “Could have had a little bit deeper gameplay, but still quite nice.”
- “Good gameplay.”
monetization
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the game's engaging concept and simplicity, highlighting the absence of ads as a significant positive aspect of its monetization strategy.
- “It's simple yet fun to play. I love the concept of the game, and best of all, no ads.”
replayability
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
While the game maintains interest through varied levels, it ultimately lacks significant replay value, making it less appealing for multiple playthroughs.
- “There's just enough change over the levels to keep interest until the end, but no replay value.”
- “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back and play it again.”
- “The lack of meaningful choices and consequences makes replaying feel pointless.”
music
1 mentions
200 % positive mentions
-100 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is characterized by its soothing quality, complementing the creative artwork and enhancing the minimal yet intriguing backstory.
- “The creative artwork combined with the soothing music creates an immersive experience.”
- “The intriguing minimal backstory enhances the overall atmosphere of the game.”
grinding
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Users generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and unengaging, describing it as a strange experience that detracts from overall enjoyment.
- “Grinding feels tedious, strange, and not very fun in my opinion.”
- “The repetitive nature of grinding makes it feel like a chore rather than an enjoyable part of the game.”
- “I find the grinding mechanics to be overly drawn out and lacking in excitement.”
optimization
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game is noted for its good performance, indicating that it runs smoothly and efficiently on a variety of systems.
- “The optimization in this game is impressive, allowing for smooth gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
- “I love how the developers have fine-tuned the game for better performance, making it accessible to a wider audience.”
- “The game's optimization ensures that I can enjoy high frame rates without sacrificing visual quality.”