Ingression

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"Ingression" is a single-player Science Fiction Platformer game in which you play as Rina, a thief in the corrupt Galactic Empire of 2152. Travel to the future to save the past from a time paradox, using seamless portals for fast-paced and unforgiving levels. With full controller support, navigate deadly threats and master portal gameplay to fulfill your destiny.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

98%

Audience ScoreBased on 46 reviews

gameplay14 positive mentions

The game features excellent level design that introduces new mechanics progressively, making it highly addictive.
It offers a challenging yet fair gameplay experience, appealing to fans of precision platformers like Celeste.
The integration of portal mechanics enhances the gameplay, providing a unique and engaging experience.

The physics can be inconsistent, leading to frustrating moments where jumps feel unpredictable.
Camera transitions during portal movement can be disorienting, detracting from the overall experience.
Some players find the character movement too fast, making controls feel clunky and unresponsive at times.

gameplay
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
43%
10%
The gameplay is characterized by well-designed mechanics and tight controls, offering a mix of platforming challenges and innovative features like portals and grappling hooks. While some players appreciate the intricate systems and rewarding gameplay loop, others find certain mechanics uninspired and the pacing occasionally frustrating. Overall, the game provides a dynamic experience with a blend of exploration, puzzle-solving, and precision platforming that appeals to fans of the genre.
- “Ingression is a remarkable game that captivates players with its intricate mechanics, sophisticated systems, and compelling gameplay loop.”
- “The integration of exploration and puzzle-solving elements ensures that the gameplay remains dynamic and interesting throughout.”
- “Gameplay is tight.”
- “The game mechanics are uninspired and lack variety across the levels.”
- “While the portal mechanic sounds promising in theory, its implementation falls short.”
- “The game advertises itself as a fast-paced platformer but the gameplay revolves around waiting for bubbles or green platforms to recharge.”
story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
25%
38%
The game's story is generally well-received, described as cute, engaging, and occasionally unpredictable, with emotional moments and intriguing plot twists. While some players found it enjoyable, others felt it was not to their taste, and gameplay challenges sometimes detracted from their interest in the narrative. Overall, the story complements the game's atmosphere and music effectively.
- “The storyline of the game is also incredibly engaging.”
- “I must say that the story sections create some intrigue and occasionally let you take a breather.”
- “The game has a fine story, but it was not my cup of tea.”
- “If I had not struggled with the levels, I would definitely be interested in the story more.”
- “The story was, while predictable at times, a steady constant that did a good job leading you steadily through the game while providing some unexpected plot twists and emotional sections.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
86%
43%
The game's graphics are praised for their fluidity and solid design, featuring a captivating pixel art style that enhances the immersive experience. Reviewers appreciate the lovely visuals and accessibility options, making it a standout choice for platformer enthusiasts. Overall, the aesthetic successfully complements the gameplay, drawing players in with its intriguing visuals.
- “This game is great, very fluid movement, solid graphics, and music that fits the setting.”
- “The graphics are great, and they have plenty of accessibility options available for those that need them.”
- “Lovely visuals and immersive levels, I'd definitely recommend to anyone who admires a good platformer.”
- “At a glance, this game might look like Celeste + Portal, but that comparison only really goes so far as the visual aesthetics.”
- “The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
- “The art style is inconsistent, making it hard to immerse myself in the game world.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is praised for its fittingness to the setting, enhancing the overall atmosphere and complementing the cute and funny gameplay. Reviewers highlight the quality of the music as part of an impressive package that includes solid graphics and engaging storytelling.
- “This game is great, very fluid movement, solid graphics, and music that fits the setting.”
- “Gameplay, atmosphere, music, and a little story are so cute and funny.”
- “Graphics, music, story, everything is amazing.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The atmosphere of the game is characterized by its cute and humorous elements, enhanced by engaging gameplay and charming music.
- “The gameplay, atmosphere, music, and little story are so cute and funny.”
- “The immersive atmosphere draws you in, making every moment feel magical.”
- “The hauntingly beautiful soundtrack perfectly complements the game's enchanting environment.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in the game is characterized by its cute and funny gameplay, atmosphere, music, and storyline, creating an overall lighthearted and enjoyable experience.
- “The gameplay, atmosphere, music, and little story are all so cute and funny.”
- “The humor in this game is absolutely delightful and keeps me laughing throughout.”
- “I love how the witty dialogue and quirky characters add a layer of fun to the experience.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's story, though occasionally predictable, effectively guides players through a series of unexpected plot twists and emotionally impactful moments, enhancing the overall experience.
- “The story was, while predictable at times, a steady constant that did a good job leading you steadily through the game while providing some unexpected plot twists and emotional sections.”