Into The Core

About

"Into the Core" is a gravity-based puzzle game that challenges players to constantly think and evolve. With approximately 20 puzzle-platforming levels, the game introduces new concepts to overcome and allows skipping levels if desired. The game is in English and recommended for those who enjoy challenging puzzles and thinking outside the box. Donations for additional content can be made through the developer's website.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

96%

Audience ScoreBased on 56 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

Engaging and original gravity-based puzzles that challenge players to think outside the box.
Beautiful graphics and music, creating a relaxing atmosphere for gameplay.
Free-to-play with a well-planned learning curve and multiple endings, making it a worthwhile experience.

Some technical issues, including potential compatibility problems with Windows 11 and game crashes.
Lack of options to mute character sounds, which can be annoying during gameplay.
The game is relatively short, with only about an hour of content, leaving some players wanting more.

gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is praised for its interesting mechanics, particularly the ability to change gravity by stepping on specific platforms, which leads to well-designed puzzles and a smooth learning curve. While some players find certain solutions questionable, mastering the mechanics makes the game easier and more enjoyable. Overall, the levels are thoughtfully constructed, providing a solid hour of free gameplay, with potential for additional content in the future.
- “Awesome well thought out puzzles and mechanics, well planned learning curve and neat story!”
- “Gracefully built levels which demonstrate several mechanics of shifting gravity to all (but not restricted to) eight directions.”
- “Interesting gameplay - step on certain platforms to change gravity and reorient yourself.”
- “Some levels have questionable ways to get through, but once you know the mechanics well, it starts to get easier.”
- “Don't complain about the length because it's free to play, and the developer says they're considering adding a few more hours of gameplay if more people would play it!”
- “The levels are gracefully built, demonstrating several mechanics of shifting gravity in all (but not limited to) eight directions.”
graphics
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The graphics of the game are described as nice and minimalistic, contributing to an elegant aesthetic that complements its puzzle design. While the visuals are simple, they are well-executed and enhance the overall experience, alongside the game's engaging music and storytelling elements.
- “Extremely elegant and minimalistic puzzle game with good aesthetic, story, and even multiple endings!”
- “Nice graphics and music.”
- “Simple graphics.”
- “Although it possesses simple graphics, it's clearly a very well-made puzzle game that poses quite a challenge in some of its levels.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally praised for being nice and enjoyable, complementing the graphics well. However, players express frustration over the lack of an option to mute the game sound effects, which detracts from their ability to fully appreciate the music.
- “You hear nice music and the sound that the character makes when jumping.”
- “Why can't I just enjoy the game music without hearing the character?”
- “Nice graphics and music.”
- “No option to turn off the game sound (or music).”
- “No option to turn off the game sound (or music).”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features a well-crafted story that complements its elegant and minimalistic design, enhancing the overall experience. Players appreciate the thoughtful puzzles and mechanics, which are supported by a well-planned learning curve and multiple endings, adding depth to the narrative. Overall, the story is described as engaging and satisfying, contributing to the game's appeal.
- “Extremely elegant and minimalistic puzzle game with good aesthetic, story, and even multiple endings!”
- “Good story, cool ending.”
- “Awesome well thought out puzzles and mechanics, well planned learning curve and neat story!”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's visuals create a stunning and immersive experience, contributing to a cool and relaxing atmosphere that players find appealing.
- “The game looks amazing and creates a very cool, relaxing atmosphere.”