Isoland
- September 8, 2016
- Cotton Game
Get on SteamIsoland is a traditional point-and-click puzzle game set on a mysterious island in the Atlantic Ocean. Players uncover secrets by solving increasingly difficult puzzles, with beautiful artwork enhancing the experience. From the creators of Mr. Pumpkin Adventure, this game offers a captivating adventure not to be missed for puzzle enthusiasts.
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Reviews
- The game features a variety of challenging puzzles that require critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- The art style is beautifully hand-drawn, creating a charming and immersive atmosphere.
- Players can enjoy multiple playthroughs with different endings and additional puzzles, enhancing replayability.
- The game requires two full playthroughs to unlock the true ending, which can feel tedious and unnecessary.
- Some puzzles are overly complex and may require external help, leading to frustration for casual players.
- There are issues with the interface and mouse detection, making interactions sometimes frustrating.
- story8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The story aspect of these games is mixed; while some players appreciate the engaging narrative and the added depth from replaying, others find the story nonsensical or minimal, serving primarily as a backdrop for the puzzles. In particular, Isoland's plot is criticized for its lack of coherence and poor translation, with many players noting that the gameplay mechanics overshadow the narrative. Overall, the focus tends to be more on puzzle-solving than on a compelling story.
“These games are so much fun! I'm not a good puzzler, so I did use some help, but the story is very good!”
“After you finish the first time, you play again with some things slightly different that add to the story, unlocking further achievements and secrets.”
“If you want to play a mix of point-and-click and puzzle sections with some cool ambient storytelling, you won't go wrong with this.”
“Isoland has a nonsensical story about aliens that you're unlikely to be able to follow, even without the clumsy translation.”
“Apparently you have to play through the game twice to get to any ending, and even then there are still open plot holes.”
“Supposedly, there's some kind of story in the game, but it's really just some nonsense to sort of string the puzzles from one to the next (and that's just barely).”
- graphics5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their whimsical and mysterious art style, contributing to an engaging aesthetic that enhances gameplay. While the drawings are generally well-received, some users noted minor translation issues in the text. Overall, the visuals and accompanying music create a fun and immersive experience.
“Very fun, whimsical, and lovely graphics.”
“Its aesthetic is mysterious, and throughout the gameplay, you'll ask yourself more questions than you'll find answers.”
“The graphics are great, and the music is pleasant.”
“The graphics are lackluster and fail to create an immersive experience.”
“The character designs are uninspired and feel generic, which detracts from the overall visual appeal.”
“The environments lack detail and variety, making the game feel visually repetitive.”
- gameplay5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its mysterious aesthetic, prompting players to ponder unanswered questions throughout. With a playtime of 1-3 hours, it features simple mechanics and offers multiple endings that introduce slight gameplay variations upon completion, enhancing replayability. However, the lack of a narrative may leave some players wanting more depth.
“Its aesthetic is mysterious, and throughout the gameplay, you'll ask yourself more questions than you'll find answers.”
“Every time you beat it, you unlock a different ending with some additional gameplay changes, and that was the cherry on the cake for me.”
“This game offers anywhere from 1 to 3 hours of engaging gameplay.”
“This game is anywhere from 1-3 hours worth of gameplay.”
“It has no story and the gameplay mechanics are very simple.”
- music3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating its pleasant quality and distinctive style, though some note that the soundtrack is somewhat limited. Overall, it complements the game's graphics effectively.
“The art is really distinctive and the soundtrack is nice, albeit very limited.”
“Love the music.”
“The graphics are great, and the music is pleasant.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users report that the interface exhibits bugs, particularly in item selection and interaction, where selecting an item does not alter its behavior as expected.
“The interface is a bit buggy; selecting an item and interacting does not change the behavior compared to interacting without selecting.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
“I experienced constant lag and stuttering, which ruined the overall experience.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the game's humor, noting it as cute and funny, which enhances the overall experience while engaging with its numerous puzzles.
“This game is exactly what I want: cute, funny, and filled with many puzzles to keep me busy for a long time.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its charm, making it appealing even to those who typically do not enjoy point-and-click adventures.
“I don't really like point-and-click adventures, but this one has such atmosphere and charm that I found it impossible to resist.”
