Illusion Box

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Illusion Box is a single player role playing game. It was developed by Bad Image and was released on April 16, 2025. It received very positive reviews from players.

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Audience ScoreBased on 13 reviews

gameplay2 positive mentions

The game features enjoyable and unique puzzles that provide a satisfying challenge without being overly difficult.
The art style and atmosphere are praised for their nostalgic and eerie qualities, enhancing the overall experience.
Players appreciate the engaging narrative and lore that adds depth to the gameplay.

The game is quite short, with many players wishing for more content and a deeper story.
Some found the boss fights to be too easy and suggested improvements to the combat mechanics.
There are mentions of a lack of clarity in the plot, which may leave some players feeling confused.

gameplay
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The gameplay is generally well-received for its unique mechanics and impressive visuals, offering a refreshing experience in the puzzle genre. However, some players feel that the boss difficulty could be increased and that the game could benefit from more content in both story and gameplay elements. Overall, it provides an enjoyable experience worth the time invested.
- “The gameplay is truly unusual, and the visuals are great.”
- “This new way to interact with the world brings both fresh air to the gameplay and an authentic feeling.”
- “I wish there were more to this game, both in story and gameplay, but nevertheless it was worth all the time I had playing it!”
graphics
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The graphics are highly praised for their amazing art style, reminiscent of old-school JRPGs, which enhances the overall gameplay experience. The visuals contribute significantly to the game's atmosphere, complementing the story and sound design to create a captivating and immersive environment.
- “The gameplay is truly unusual, and the visuals are great.”
- “The art style is amazing, and the story and sound design had me paranoid frequently throughout the game, which I loved.”
- “It has an art style that reminds me of old-school JRPGs.”
- “The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
- “The character models are poorly designed and look like they belong in a last-gen title.”
- “The environments are bland and uninspired, making the game visually unappealing.”
story
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The game's story is praised for its engaging and paranoid atmosphere, reminiscent of horror films, and features a unique blend of documentation and puzzle-solving akin to 'Papers, Please.' While some players desire a deeper narrative and gameplay experience, the overall storytelling is considered compelling and worthwhile.
- “The art style is amazing, and the story and sound design had me paranoid frequently throughout the game, which I loved.”
- “I wish there were more to this game, both in story and gameplay, but nevertheless, it was worth all the time I had playing it!”
- “The story setting here reminds me of horror movies (which it definitely should), and this game also reminds me of 'Papers, Please' in the way there's a lot of documentation and blueprints involved in the puzzles.”
- “I wish there were more to this game, both in story and gameplay, but nevertheless it was worth all the time I had playing it!”
atmosphere
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The atmosphere is characterized by an eerie quality that enhances the narrative, with players appreciating the immersive experience created through lore discovered via clues.
- “I enjoyed the eerie atmosphere of the game and the narrative woven together through the lore you had to discover via clues.”
- “The haunting sound design and stunning visuals create an immersive atmosphere that pulls you into the world.”
- “Every corner of the environment is filled with detail, enhancing the overall atmosphere and making exploration a delight.”