INKS.

About

Pinball with a splash of color

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

87%

Audience ScoreBased on 381 reviews

gameplay8 positive mentions

optimization2 negative mentions

The game features beautiful graphics and a unique twist on traditional pinball gameplay, making it visually appealing and enjoyable.
Players appreciate the relaxing and calming nature of the game, which allows for casual play without the pressure of time limits.
The game offers a variety of levels with different challenges, and the ability to access any level at any time adds to the overall enjoyment.

Many players experience frustrating issues with progress not saving, leading to repeated loss of achievements and game data.
The game suffers from performance issues on certain devices, including crashes and lag, making it unplayable for some users.
Some users find the gameplay repetitive and simplistic, lacking depth and variety in mechanics.

gameplay
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
39%
17%
The gameplay in Inks is praised for its beautiful visuals and innovative take on traditional pinball mechanics, evoking a nostalgic feel reminiscent of 60s electromechanical tables. While the overall experience is described as unique and satisfying, some players find the black hole gutters to be a frustrating element. The game also features clever feedback mechanisms that enhance the chilled gameplay experience.
- “It's beautiful and the pinball gameplay makes it that much better.”
- “Not only is Inks a very chilled gameplay experience, it also features some ingenious gameplay feedback.”
- “Inks takes pinball and reinvents the gameplay from a visually creative perspective.”
- “Polished implementation of an okay mechanic.”
- “It feels like 60s electro mechanical tables.”
- “Unique gameplay.”
graphics
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
72%
22%
6%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beauty and calming aesthetic, with many users highlighting the unique art style that enhances the pinball experience. While the visuals are described as gorgeous and relaxing, some players noted issues with screen fitting that hinder gameplay. Overall, the combination of stunning visuals and pleasant sound design contributes to a zen-like atmosphere, making it a delightful way to pass the time.
- “Beautiful visuals, pleasant sound design.”
- “Gorgeous graphics, simple yet intuitive, lovely game.”
- “Both the visuals and audio quality are fantastic and give me a zen-like relaxation feeling when playing.”
- “When you can't see the whole playing field because the graphics are too wide to fit on your screen, the developers have a lot of work to do in order to make this game playable.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is described as calming and enjoyable, enhancing the overall relaxing experience of gameplay. While the soundtrack is appreciated, some users suggest that additional sound effects or music could further enrich the experience. Overall, the combination of pleasant music and vibrant art style contributes to a satisfying and engaging atmosphere.
- “Lovely game, nice colors and music, great to relax.”
- “Great art style and an interesting take on pinball; it has a calming soundtrack too, a great way to kill time and an easy 5 stars.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
67%
Players appreciate the absence of ads and in-app purchases in the game, highlighting it as a refreshing feature for a casual gaming experience.
- “There are no ads, which makes for a seamless gaming experience.”
- “The monetization model is fair and doesn't pressure players to spend money.”
- “I appreciate that the game offers optional purchases without affecting gameplay.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant optimization issues, leading to performance lags on certain devices that can render it nearly unplayable. Overall, users feel that the game's optimization is inadequate.
- “Performance lags on some devices to the point it's not really playable.”
- “The game is not optimized well.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, often detracting from the overall experience.
- “That last part is really tedious and annoying.”
- “The grinding feels endless and takes away from the enjoyment of the game.”
- “I find myself doing the same tasks over and over, which becomes incredibly monotonous.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game receives a score of 4 for replayability, as players feel it lacks sufficient content to encourage multiple playthroughs after completing all the levels.
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story aspect of the game is hindered by technical issues, as players report being unable to launch the game, select mission packs, or choose stages, which significantly detracts from the overall narrative experience.
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Overall, the game's stability is generally acceptable, but players have reported frustrating glitches where the ball can unexpectedly go out of bounds, negatively impacting gameplay.
- “Pretty decent until the ball glitches outside the map and it counts against you.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
- “I experienced constant lag and frame drops, which ruined the overall experience.”