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.
Reviews
- The game features an intriguing visual and auditory experience, with a techno-future theme and soothing ambient music.
- Puzzles are clever and engaging, providing a satisfying challenge that can be enjoyable for players who appreciate rhythm and timing.
- The button-pressing mechanics feel great, with a punchy and responsive design that enhances the overall gameplay experience.
- The game suffers from bugs and compatibility issues on various systems, leading to frustration for some players.
- Gameplay can become overly twitchy and may require superhuman reaction times, which can detract from the enjoyment for some users.
- Despite its potential, the game may not provide a fun experience for everyone, as it can feel repetitive and lacks depth beyond the initial concept.
- music6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received high praise for its techno-future theme and soothing ambient qualities, complemented by clever sound design that enhances the gameplay experience. Reviewers appreciate the phenomenal work by composer Tom Croke, noting that the music adds to the enjoyment of the puzzles and overall atmosphere.
“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.”
“Fun button and puzzle game and I love the music!”
- graphics5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are characterized by a striking cyberpunk retrowave aesthetic, featuring hand-drawn elements and vibrant visual effects that create an immersive techno-future theme. While some players find the visuals distracting, many appreciate the consistent and well-developed art style that enhances the overall experience. Overall, the graphics are a standout aspect, appealing to those who enjoy unique and visually engaging designs.
“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.”
“If you don't like puzzle games, that's fine... if you don't like the art style as art is a matter of opinion that's fine... but this is a game you need to try.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a clash of solid mechanics that struggle to integrate cohesively, resulting in a frustrating experience overshadowed by its cyberpunk aesthetic. In contrast, Imprint-x offers a more focused approach, centering on a simple mechanic that highlights its indie charm.
“The gameplay is incredibly engaging and keeps you coming back for more.”
“I love how the mechanics are easy to learn but hard to master, making each playthrough unique.”
“The game features four admittedly solid mechanics that are forced to poorly work together, resulting in a twitchy mess that overwhelms you with its cyberpunk retrowave eurojank aesthetic.”
“Imprint-x is one of those tiny indie games focused around a simple mechanic.”
- story2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The story is praised for providing rich context and backstory to the puzzles, enhancing the overall experience. The introduction effectively sets a compelling tone, making players eager to engage with both the narrative and the gameplay.
“I appreciate the time spent providing context and backstory to the puzzles; I would want to play them all regardless of the wrapper.”
“The intro set the perfect tone for a great experience filled with puzzles, button pressing, and an interesting story.”
“The story feels disjointed and fails to engage the player, making it hard to care about the characters or their motivations.”
“While the game has potential, the narrative is poorly executed and lacks depth, leaving many plot points unresolved.”
“The dialogue is often cringe-worthy and detracts from the overall experience, making it difficult to immerse myself in the story.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users have reported stability issues, noting that certain levels contain bugs that prevent achieving a perfect clear, which has led to some reviewers hesitating to recommend the game.
“The fact that a few of the levels seem to be buggy and make it impossible to achieve a perfect clear is pushing me towards not recommending this game.”
“I encountered frequent crashes that disrupted my gameplay experience, making it hard to enjoy the game.”
“The game suffers from significant stability issues, with constant lag and glitches that ruin immersion.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % 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.
“I can sing the praises of the atmosphere of the game and how you will naturally feel relaxed when you play it all day and night.”
“The immersive atmosphere draws you in, making every moment feel magical and captivating.”
“The game's atmosphere is so rich and detailed that it feels like you're stepping into a living, breathing world.”
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%
