imprint-X
- January 26, 2017
- Morgondag
A strikingly good puzzle game based around pressing buttons that becomes fantastically complicated, with a strong techno soundtrack that compliments the aesthetic perfectly.
Get on SteamA button-based puzzle game containing 100 levels to unlock and 700 buttons to press! You are one of the hacker clones, saving intellects by hacking into infected brains and defeating the mysterious Wardens.
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Reviews
- The game features an intriguing visual and auditory experience, with a strong techno soundtrack and clever puzzles that feel satisfying to complete.
- It offers a unique gameplay mechanic focused on pressing buttons in sequences, which can be engaging and enjoyable for players who appreciate rhythm and timing.
- The game is easy to pick up and start, with a well-developed aesthetic that flows cleanly from scene to scene, making it accessible to players of various skill levels.
- The game suffers from bugs and compatibility issues on various systems, leading to frustrating experiences for players trying to run it on Windows and Linux.
- Many players find the gameplay too twitchy and reliant on superhuman reaction times, which can detract from the enjoyment of the puzzle-solving experience.
- Some levels are reported to be buggy, making it impossible to achieve a perfect clear, and the lack of developer response to these issues has frustrated players.
- music13 mentions
- 69 % positive mentions
- 31 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received high praise for its fantastic quality, with a standout techno-future theme that enhances the overall experience. Composed by Tom Croke, the soothing ambient tracks and thumping beats complement the clever puzzles and hand-drawn visuals, making it an enjoyable backdrop for gameplay. Overall, players find the music to be a significant highlight, adding depth and excitement to the game.
“I really like the techno-future theme, with hand-drawn elements, graphical glows, and soothing ambient music.”
“I mean it when I say the puzzles are clever and the music crafted by Tom Croke sounds phenomenal.”
“A strikingly good puzzle game based around pressing buttons that becomes fantastically complicated, with a strong techno soundtrack that complements the aesthetic perfectly.”
- graphics12 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are characterized by a vibrant cyberpunk retrowave aesthetic, featuring hand-drawn elements, graphical glows, and a cohesive techno-future theme that enhances the overall experience. While some players find the visuals distracting, many appreciate the well-executed art style and ambient music that complement the gameplay. Overall, the aesthetic is praised for its consistency and immersive quality, making it a standout feature of the game.
“I really like the techno-future theme, with hand-drawn elements, graphical glows, and soothing ambient music.”
“I highly recommend this game for the general aesthetic which is very well done; Morgondag's games always have a well-developed and consistent theme that flows cleanly from scene to scene.”
“4 admittedly solid game mechanics forced to poorly work together in a twitchy mess that beats you over the head with the lead pipe of its cyberpunk retrowave eurojank aesthetic.”
“Focuses the brain on menial tasks and memorization while surrounding the player with purposefully distracting sounds and eye-catching visuals.”
“Imprint-x is a puzzle game with casual gameplay but intense aesthetics.”
- gameplay7 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The gameplay in Imprint-x features a mix of solid mechanics that struggle to integrate cohesively, resulting in a chaotic experience. While the puzzles vary in difficulty and the pace quickens after an extended introduction, the game is characterized by its evolving mechanics and intense cyberpunk aesthetic, offering a blend of casual play with challenging elements.
“Imprint-x is one of those tiny indie games focused around a simple mechanic.”
“4 admittedly solid game mechanics forced to poorly work together in a twitchy mess that beats you over the head with the lead pipe of its cyberpunk retrowave eurojank aesthetic.”
“The puzzles range from simplistic to cruelly complex, the game maintains a quick pace once it gets past the hour-long introduction stage, and the gameplay constantly morphs as new mechanics are added at a rapid pace.”
“Imprint-x is a puzzle game with casual gameplay but intense aesthetics.”
- story4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story is praised for providing rich context and backstory to the puzzles, enhancing the overall experience. The introduction effectively sets a captivating tone, making the gameplay feel engaging and meaningful.
“The intro set the perfect tone for a great experience of puzzles, button pressing, and an interesting story.”
“I like the time they spent giving context and a backstory to the puzzles, but I'll admit that I'd want to play them all regardless of the wrapper.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game's stability is criticized due to several buggy levels that hinder players from achieving a perfect clear, leading some reviewers to recommend against it.
“A few of the levels seem to be buggy, making it impossible to achieve a perfect clear, which is pushing me towards not recommending this game.”
“Several levels are plagued with bugs, preventing players from obtaining a perfect clear, leading me to hesitate in recommending it.”
“The instability in certain levels, due to persistent bugs, is discouraging and makes me reluctant to recommend this game.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its relaxing qualities, allowing players to immerse themselves comfortably for extended periods. This serene environment contributes significantly to the overall enjoyment of the gameplay experience.
“I can sing the praises of the atmosphere of the game and how you will naturally be relaxed when you play it all day and night.”
Critic Reviews
imprint-X Review
A strikingly good puzzle game based around pressing buttons that becomes fantastically complicated, with a strong techno soundtrack that compliments the aesthetic perfectly.
80%A PC Puzzler
Overall, imprint-x is a puzzle game you play while in a light trance. The puzzles range from simplistic to cruelly complex, the game maintains a quick pace once it gets past the hour-long introduction stage, and the gameplay constantly morphs as new mechanics are added at a rapid pace. If it weren't for that one issue with movement and input lag, I'd almost consider it worth the five dollar asking price.
65%Imprint-X Review
Imprint-X is a puzzle game with casual gameplay but intense aesthetics. The puzzles can be tiresome but Imprint-X still manages to be fun, vibrant and unique – if you approach it in the right way.
60%
