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Inch by Inch

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98%Game Brain Score
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replayability, optimization
98% User Score Based on 51 reviews

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Inch by Inch is a single player tactical platformer game with mystery and science fiction themes. It was developed by Dare Looks and was released on December 31, 2018. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

You play as a shrinking scientist in a race against time. Your task is to find all the necessary formulas and ingredients to produce the antidote, in order to stop shrinking. Though processing ingredients takes valuable time – time you should use to search for missing components or rearrange the lab for when you're too small to reach the machines you need.

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Audience ScoreBased on 51 reviews
graphics3 positive mentions
replayability3 negative mentions
  • The game features a unique and entertaining concept where players race against time to find a cure for their shrinking character.
  • It's a fun and challenging puzzle game with randomized elements that keep each playthrough fresh and engaging.
  • The simple mechanics and adjustable difficulty make it accessible and enjoyable for a wide range of players.
  • The graphics are bland and colorless, which detracts from the overall experience.
  • The game is quite short, with limited replay value, making it feel less substantial.
  • Some players experienced issues with controls and bugs, which can hinder the gameplay experience.
  • graphics
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics are characterized by a minimalistic art style that, while plain and lacking in color, effectively conveys recognizable elements. Players appreciate the randomized visuals that enhance replayability, noting that the graphics are nice and serve the game's design well.

    • “The graphics are really nice as well!”
    • “The art style is minimalistic and works quite well.”
    • “It is randomized every time you play to keep it interesting.”
    • “I came back to replay this after playing Size Matters (the title that copied inch-by-inch but with more colorful graphics).”
    • “The graphics are very plain, with no color except for the required chemicals, but everything is recognizable and easy to discern.”
  • replayability
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's replayability is limited, with many players noting a lack of content that encourages multiple playthroughs. However, the inclusion of customizable rulesets and a sandbox mode offers some opportunities for exploration and variation, particularly for fans of first-person puzzle games. While it may not provide extensive replay value, it can still be enjoyable for those who appreciate its unique mechanics.

    • “It is good, but this game has no replay value. Not that amazing, but you do feel good when you 100% the game.”
    • “There's not much in terms of replayability, so you'll probably only get an hour out of it. However, if you like first-person puzzle games, this is absolutely worth its price.”
    • “The customizable rulesets and sandbox mode add some replay value, allowing exploration of the lab at various sizes and creating a really good sense of feeling small.”
  • gameplay
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users find the gameplay to be a very interesting experience, highlighting its engaging mechanics and overall enjoyment. The inclusion of video commentary further enhances the understanding and appreciation of the gameplay elements.

    • “I had a very interesting gameplay experience.”
    • “The gameplay mechanics are engaging and keep you on your toes.”
    • “The controls are smooth and intuitive, making it easy to dive into the action.”
  • humor
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is praised for its charming and humorous approach, particularly in its first-person puzzle design, which adds a delightful layer to the gameplay experience.

    • “A very charming and humorous first-person puzzler.”
    • “The witty dialogue and clever puns kept me laughing throughout the game.”
    • “I love how the game blends humor with challenging puzzles, making every moment enjoyable.”
  • optimization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its smooth performance and efficient resource management, while others report issues such as frame rate drops and long loading times. Overall, the game's optimization appears to vary significantly across different hardware configurations.

  • stability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, users report that the game is stable, with minimal issues or glitches, contributing to an enjoyable and easy learning experience.

  • emotional
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the game to be a unique and emotionally engaging experience, combining heartfelt moments with an enjoyable and affordable gameplay.

    • “Original, emotional, cheap, and fun!”
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Inch by Inch is a tactical platformer game with mystery and science fiction themes.

Inch by Inch is available on PC, Mac OS, Windows and Linux.

Inch by Inch was released on December 31, 2018.

Inch by Inch was developed by Dare Looks.

Inch by Inch has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its replayability.

Inch by Inch is a single player game.

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