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Infini

At its core, Infini is your basic puzzle/platformer. With its highly unique visuals/audio and absolutely bizarre storytelling, however, it becomes something much…deeper? Maybe. I guess that depends upon how you react to it, and I don’t think any two players will take it the same way.
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73%Game Brain Score
gameplay, atmosphere
graphics, story
96% User Score Based on 26 reviews
Critic Score 73%Based on 5 reviews

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Infini is a single player arcade platformer game with fantasy and mystery themes. It was developed by Barnaque and was released on March 4, 2020. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Lose yourself in infinity... but never lose hope. He's trying to escape a world of puzzles and endless oddities.

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96%
Audience ScoreBased on 26 reviews
gameplay5 positive mentions
graphics3 negative mentions

  • Infini features highly engaging puzzle mechanics that challenge players and keep the gameplay fresh with new mechanics introduced in each stage.
  • The unique art style and soundtrack create a bizarre yet fitting atmosphere that enhances the game's philosophical themes and storytelling.
  • The game is thought-provoking and encourages players to reflect on deeper meanings, making it a memorable experience that lingers long after playing.
  • The plot feels unfinished, with certain story elements not fully developed, leaving players wanting more closure or alternate endings.
  • The abstract art style and psychedelic storytelling may not appeal to everyone, potentially alienating some players.
  • Movement can be clunky at times, leading to a fair amount of trial and error during puzzle-solving.
  • gameplay
    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay in Infini is characterized by solid and innovative puzzle mechanics that evolve with each level, preventing repetition and maintaining engagement. Players appreciate the unique combinations of mechanics and the clever use of screen-wrapping, which contribute to a challenging yet rewarding experience. Overall, the game is praised for its thought-provoking design and the seamless integration of audio-visual elements with gameplay.

    • “Infini does a good job of introducing a new gameplay mechanic each stage so you won't feel like you're playing a repetitive game.”
    • “Mechanics are used in an interesting way, which is often a weak point of such games that can be very repetitive - Infini surprises with every level.”
    • “I've completed about 60% of the game in a little over 3 hours, which, with the levels being more and more difficult, is in line with the 'at least 8 hours of gameplay' promised by the developers.”
    • “The game starts very simple, but rapidly becomes a mind-bending puzzle with all the added mechanics.”
    • “Every level explores a unique combination of mechanics.”
  • graphics
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's graphics feature a highly unique and abstract art style that may not appeal to everyone, but it effectively complements the bizarre storytelling and themes. While some players find the visuals and music initially off-putting, many appreciate their innovative and trippy qualities, which enhance the overall experience of the game. Overall, the graphics are described as strange and slightly disturbing, yet they contribute significantly to the game's identity and puzzle-solving mechanics.

    • “The music and art style took some getting used to, but it absolutely fits the themes the game conveys.”
    • “The unique art style might be off-putting to some.”
    • “Its rough, abstract art style and psychedelic storytelling won't be for everyone - or even for most people - but it deserves to be played and savored as a genuine attempt to do something new.”
    • “Everything about this game, the art style, the music, the puzzles, is strange and slightly disturbing, but it fits perfectly with the game's story.”
  • story
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is described as philosophical, thought-provoking, and deeply engaging, with a unique and bizarre narrative that complements its abstract visuals and music. While some players found the plot to feel unfinished, the overall experience is characterized by a strange and disturbing atmosphere that captivates and challenges players. Despite its unconventional approach, the story is praised for its depth and the care put into its characters and storyline.

    • “When I would get stuck on a level, the thing that kept pushing me forward was always the story.”
    • “The universe is very interesting and the story keeps you engaged with each different chapter.”
    • “The characters, the storyline, the puzzles, everything is really well made and with great care.”
    • “The only thing I didn't like was the fact that the plot seems unfinished.”
    • “Story is very philosophical and thought-provoking, but like the visual style, it's not easy to digest.”
    • “Its rough, abstract art style and psychedelic storytelling won't be for everyone - or even for most people - but it deserves to be played and savored as a genuine attempt to do something new.”
  • music
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music and art style of the game initially require some adjustment, but they ultimately enhance the thematic experience, with the soundtrack and overall aesthetic being described as phenomenal. The combination of strange and slightly disturbing elements aligns well with the game's narrative, creating a cohesive and immersive atmosphere.

    • “The soundtrack, themes, art, and gameplay are phenomenal.”
    • “The music and art style took some getting used to, but it absolutely fits the themes the game conveys.”
    • “Everything about this game, the art style, the music, the puzzles, is strange and slightly disturbing, but it fits perfectly with the game's story.”
  • atmosphere
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is highly praised, contributing significantly to its overall experience, despite minor setbacks in other areas.

    • “That's still a relatively small setback for the game considering how much it excels with its puzzles and atmosphere.”
  • character development
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players appreciate the game's strong narrative worldbuilding and character development, highlighting how these elements enhance the overall experience as they progress through the game.

    • “I love the narrative worldbuilding and character development that occurs as you play this game.”
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Infini is a arcade platformer game with fantasy and mystery themes.

Infini is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5 and others.

On average players spend around 3 hours playing Infini.

Infini was released on March 4, 2020.

Infini was developed by Barnaque.

Infini has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its graphics.

Infini is a single player game.

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