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.
Reviews
- The game features charming art and a whimsical atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.
- Puzzles are mostly logical and provide a good challenge, making it enjoyable for casual players.
- The game offers replayability with different endings and additional puzzles upon completing it a second time.
- Players must complete the game twice to access the true ending, which can feel tedious.
- There are some inconsistencies in puzzle difficulty, with certain puzzles being overly convoluted or illogical.
- The game lacks a save system and hint features, leading to potential frustration when players get stuck.
- story8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The story aspect of these games is mixed; while some players appreciate the engaging narrative and replayability that adds depth, 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 seems 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).”
- gameplay5 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % 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.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are praised for their whimsical and lovely art style, creating a mysterious aesthetic that enhances the gameplay experience. While the drawings are considered fine, some users noted minor translation issues in the text and the absence of voice acting, relying instead on character sounds. Overall, the visuals contribute positively to the game's charm and intrigue.
“Great art style.”
“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 lackluster and fail to create an immersive experience.”
“The character designs are uninspired and feel generic, detracting from the overall appeal.”
“The environments lack detail and variety, making the game feel visually stale.”
- music2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with users appreciating its distinctiveness and quality, though some note that the soundtrack is somewhat limited. Overall, it enhances the gaming experience.
“The art is really distinctive and the soundtrack is nice, albeit very limited.”
“Love the music.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users report that the interface exhibits bugs, particularly with 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 impossible to progress.”
“I experienced several glitches that disrupted my gameplay 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 alongside 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
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % 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.”
