Inked

About

Inked is a puzzle game that features a spectacular story and masterful visuals. The game follows the journey of a nameless hero on a quest to find his lost love, Nemesis. As players solve intricate puzzles, they will uncover the depths of the hero's devotion and the power of love in this emotional and thought-provoking adventure.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

+14

87%

Audience ScoreBased on 53 reviews

story21 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

Beautiful and unique art style that enhances the overall experience.
Engaging story that explores themes of grief and love, providing emotional depth.
Relaxing atmosphere with decent soundtracks that complement the gameplay.

Puzzles are generally easy and lack challenge, which may disappoint players seeking difficulty.
Controls can be clunky and frustrating, especially when using a keyboard and mouse.
The game is quite short, which may leave some players wanting more content.

story
37 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
35%
8%
The game's story is a mixed bag, with some players praising its depth and emotional resonance, particularly in its exploration of love and personal growth, while others criticize it for being poorly executed or overly simplistic. The narrative is often described as beautiful and engaging, enhanced by a unique art style and calming music, though some find it heavy-handed or cheesy at times. Overall, while the story captivates many, it also faces criticism for its execution and the actions of its characters.
- “The story is quite sweet and I really enjoyed the voiceover.”
- “Beautiful puzzle game with a touching story underlying it.”
- “This game tells a story that teaches an important lesson that many people learn when it's too late in their lives, and this reflects in the ending.”
- “The story is horrible and is built around a narrator with a big ego, who takes his anger out on his own characters due to his incompetence and grief.”
- “Between nonsensical actions taken by the 'artist' behind the story (spoiler warning: at one point he punishes the hero by killing the hero's love), poor controls, and having to do the same puzzle about 17 times in a row with barely any variation... I just can't recommend this to anyone.”
- “Although the gameplay was simple, the story had depth for such a short ride.”
graphics
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
36%
9%
The game's graphics are widely praised for their beautiful and unique pen-and-paper art style, which creates a calming and magical atmosphere. Many players appreciate the aesthetic quality, noting that it enhances the storytelling and overall experience, despite some criticism regarding clunky movement and static camera angles. Overall, the visuals are considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's charm and appeal.
- “The whole game has a gentle, calm ambience and the gorgeous artwork just created a magical atmosphere.”
- “Graphically, the game offers a unique and very calming aesthetic with the pen-to-paper art style it beautifully showcases, while the music provides a wonderfully calming atmosphere as we progress through the story.”
- “Beautiful artwork, music, and story.”
- “Simple and short puzzle game with heavy-handed storytelling and sketched art style.”
- “The graphics refer to drawings made with the pen on paper; it is very beautiful and very well done.”
- “I'm disappointed, as I'd love to progress further and see what happens with the story and the artwork in the game.”
music
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
53%
29%
18%
The music in the game is consistently praised for its calming and beautiful qualities, enhancing the overall relaxing atmosphere alongside the art style. While some reviewers noted that the soundtrack is not overly prominent, it effectively complements the storytelling and gameplay experience. Overall, the music contributes significantly to the immersive and enjoyable nature of the game.
- “None of the puzzles are very difficult but the art style and music are very beautiful.”
- “It's very unique and has a peaceful music.”
- “The music and sound design really get you immersed in this lovely adventure.”
- “What surprised me is the music; you don't hear much of it.”
- “Music was gentle and fairly unintrusive.”
- “Decent soundtracks (except the credit song, sorry).”
gameplay
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
45%
27%
The gameplay is primarily point-and-click, featuring simple mechanics and puzzles that could benefit from further development. While some players appreciated the creative use of object manipulation and the unique interaction with the game's creators, others found the collectible sub-mechanic less engaging. Overall, the gameplay offers a solid experience for a short duration, with enjoyable elements that cater to both casual players and speedrunners.
- “Although the gameplay was simple, the story had depth for such a short ride.”
- “Now, visuals aside - the game has a few mechanics that I do like, one being the movement of objects with a sort of teleport by a simple drag and drop, and the one that I personally love which is the interaction with the 4th dimension being the creators themselves, attempting to hinder the main character's journey and increase the struggle along the way.”
- “Very unique feeling & aura to the game, the art style is what drew me in and the gameplay was entertaining enough to keep me going. I really liked how creative you could be with the objects/physics, and I found ways to shortcut myself through some of the puzzles, which is always fun as a speedrunner.”
- “Gameplay is mainly point and click.”
- “Puzzles and mechanics could have been more developed, but ultimately not a bad use of 2-3 hours.”
- “Gameplay is pretty simple and straightforward.”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The game's atmosphere is characterized by a gentle and calming ambience, enhanced by stunning artwork and a soothing musical score. Reviewers highlight the unique pen-to-paper art style, which contributes to a magical and relaxing experience, making it an effective backdrop for the storytelling. Overall, the atmosphere is praised for creating an immersive and tranquil environment for players.
- “The whole game has a gentle, calm ambience and the gorgeous artwork just created a magical atmosphere.”
- “Graphically, the game offers a unique and very calming aesthetic with the pen-to-paper art style it beautifully showcases. The music isn't anything crazy but offers a wonderfully calming atmosphere while progressing through the story the creators are taking us through.”
- “It gives the whole game and playing experience a great atmosphere to wander in.”
- “For those who are only interested in a take on the graphics and atmosphere the game provides, here is a quick review on that specifically.”
- “This creates atmosphere and is effective.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game resonates strongly with many players, evoking tears and a deep connection to its touching story. While some may not find it personally moving, the evident love and effort put into the game's narrative and design contribute to its emotional impact.
- “I cried at the end.”
- “Beautiful puzzle game with a touching story underlying it.”
- “It is obvious that a lot of love and effort has been invested into this game.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
Users note that while the graphics are visually striking and intentionally designed to have a 'comic-ish' style, some perceive certain visual anomalies as glitches. However, these are considered part of the game's artistic approach rather than stability issues. Overall, the game's stability is not explicitly criticized, suggesting a generally stable performance.
- “The game is riddled with glitches that detract from the overall experience.”
- “The comic-style graphics lead to frequent visual glitches that can be confusing.”
- “Stability issues are prevalent, making it hard to enjoy the game fully.”