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It Is Ticking is a single player tactical platformer game. It was developed by YenThe Studio and was released on May 17, 2023. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

The world is being attacked by terrorists, they use highly dangerous explosive devices to cause massive destruction in urban zones. You, A bomb-defusing expert, must take action to protect our nation's lives.

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95%Audience ScoreBased on 82 reviews
story4 positive mentions
graphics3 negative mentions

  • The game is really fun and offers a satisfying challenge with its logic circuit puzzles.
  • It has a great atmosphere and is enjoyable for puzzle lovers, providing a mix of easy and hard levels.
  • The game teaches the basics of electronic components while keeping players engaged with its unique bomb-defusing concept.
  • The game is quite short, with some players completing it in just a few hours and feeling like they missed content.
  • There are issues with the leaderboard and review system, which can be frustrating for players wanting to track their progress.
  • Some puzzles can be overly difficult, requiring guides or hints, which may deter casual players.
  • story

    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    67% positive mentions, 33% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    Players generally enjoy the game's campaign missions, finding them engaging and fun, despite some challenges. The story, particularly in relation to the Dark Souls universe, adds depth to the experience, enhancing overall enjoyment.

    • “I really loved playing the game's campaign missions.”
    • “Good game, some missions are kind of difficult but it's very fun to play.”
    • “Understanding Dark Souls' story.”
  • graphics

    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 50% neutral mentions, 50% negative mentions

    The graphics in the game are considered unimportant by users, with some levels primarily serving as tutorials rather than showcasing visual appeal. Overall, the focus is more on gameplay mechanics than on graphical quality.

    • “Graphics don't matter in this game.”
    • “The graphics are lackluster and do not enhance the overall experience.”
    • “The visual presentation feels outdated and uninspired.”
  • replayability

    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    75% positive mentions, 25% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    Users consistently highlight the game's replayability as "infinitely replayable," indicating that it offers a compelling experience that encourages multiple playthroughs without losing its appeal.

    • “Infinitely replayable.”
    • “Infinitely replayable.”
    • “The game offers endless replayability.”
  • atmosphere

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is described as intense and immersive, effectively creating a sense of urgency that enhances the puzzle-solving experience. Players feel as though they are engaged in high-stakes scenarios, likening it to defusing a real bomb, which adds to the overall excitement and tension.

    • “This game has an intense atmosphere that makes me feel like I'm defusing a real bomb in the office while I work.”
  • humor

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game balances its hardcore nature with moments of humor, providing players with amusing stages that lighten the intensity of gameplay. Reviewers appreciate the developers' ability to inject humor into an otherwise serious experience, making it more enjoyable.

    • “Indeed it is a hardcore game; I mean, like millions of lives would depend on your every move, but you'll find some stages amusing and easy to take. I guess the developers and publishers have some sense of humor.”
  • music

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 100% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its immersive quality and ability to enhance the gaming experience, while others find it repetitive or unmemorable. Overall, the soundtrack contributes to the atmosphere but may not stand out for all players.

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It Is Ticking is a tactical platformer game. Common tags for It Is Ticking include indie, educational, linear, abstract, time management and others.

It Is Ticking is available on PC and Windows.

It Is Ticking was released on May 17, 2023.

It Is Ticking was developed by YenThe Studio.

It Is Ticking has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked It Is Ticking for its story but disliked it for its graphics.

It Is Ticking is a single player game.

Similar games include Poly Bridge, Bomb Squad Academy, Logic World, Poly Bridge 2, Infinifactory and others.