Ley Lines

You are the last hope of a ruined world, capable of restoring the severed Ley Lines. Throughout the ruined temple of Miria's Heart, attune to and master five unique powers, allowing you to alter gravity, slow time, shift space, and much more. Unique puzzles scattered throughout the temple's remains can be overcome in a variety of ways by using and combining your world-bending abilities.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

Reviews

81%

Audience ScoreBased on 108 reviews

gameplay16 positive mentions

optimization2 negative mentions

The game features unique mechanics that allow players to manipulate gravity, time, and other elements, providing an interesting puzzle-solving experience.
The art style and graphics are visually appealing, with a charming character design and atmospheric music that enhance the overall experience.
As a free game developed by students, it showcases impressive potential and creativity, making it worth a try for those looking for a short, engaging adventure.

The game is very short, often completed in under an hour, leaving players wanting more content and depth in the story and gameplay.
Controls can feel clunky and imprecise, leading to frustrating moments during platforming and puzzle-solving, which detracts from the overall enjoyment.
There are several bugs and performance issues, including stuttering and awkward animations, which can hinder the gameplay experience.

gameplay
42 mentions
38 % positive mentions
55 % neutral mentions
7 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a mix of unique and engaging mechanics, appealing visuals, and a casual feel, though some players find the controls clunky and the mechanics underutilized. While many appreciate the puzzle elements and the nostalgic platforming style, others report issues with optimization and intuitiveness, leading to a somewhat inconsistent experience. Overall, the game offers a promising concept with enjoyable moments, but it struggles with execution in certain areas.
- “The visuals are high quality, and the game introduces plenty of mechanics to keep players engaged!”
- “I really like the concept of this game; the mechanics that allow us to do things in this game are really great.”
- “I enjoyed the gameplay and using the different powers to solve puzzles.”
- “It’s got nice graphics and it’s free, but I had trouble with the gameplay.”
- “While the puzzle mechanics are promising, they're sadly not put into action enough to be able to familiarize with all of them equally.”
- “Ley Lines is unfortunately an unoptimized game with clever but clunky mechanics and floaty movement.”
story
37 mentions
16 % positive mentions
76 % neutral mentions
8 % negative mentions
The story in the game is generally perceived as underdeveloped and vague, with many players expressing a desire for a more substantial narrative. While some appreciate the intriguing concepts and potential within the story, they feel it is too short and lacks depth, often leaving players wanting more context and engagement. Overall, the narrative is seen as a missed opportunity, with many reviewers hoping for future expansions that could enhance the storytelling experience.
- “Overall a very good game that has an interesting concept and story.”
- “The story is so short but is so light and thoughtful.”
- “Ley Lines is a 3D puzzle platformer, with a beautiful and unique aesthetic and a charming story.”
- “The story is vague and not too well explained.”
- “But again, since the game is so short, you never have time to be invested in the grand story that they try to present, so in the end, it all falls flat.”
- “To be honest, the story is rather dull and boring.”
graphics
33 mentions
58 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
9 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the art style and overall visual presentation as appealing and unique, particularly highlighting the cel-shaded and neon aesthetics. However, some users note that while the graphics are decent, they lack polish and can be clunky or simplistic, occasionally detracting from the gameplay experience. Overall, the visuals are generally well-received, but there are calls for improvement in detail and execution.
- “The visuals are high quality, and the game introduces plenty of mechanics to keep players engaged!”
- “The popping neon graphics are featured with a cel shader that defines an all in all well fitting aesthetic.”
- “Gorgeous looking graphics, trailer has nice music, looks genuinely interesting.”
- “Graphics are boring.”
- “The graphics aren't pushing any limits, especially with visibly basic geoforms, but the character model is quite detailed, and I'm fond of her design.”
- “Unfortunately, the graphics are simple, colorful and have sharp edges; they are just bad enough that they sometimes interfere with gameplay by disorienting or confusing me otherwise.”
music
14 mentions
50 % positive mentions
29 % neutral mentions
21 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised for its atmospheric quality, with choirs and violins enhancing the otherworldly experience. While many players appreciate the beautiful soundtrack and sound effects, some have noted issues with volume control and occasional disruptive static. Overall, the music contributes significantly to the game's ambiance, despite some technical shortcomings.
- “Music is impeccable; choirs and violins create an atmospheric, relaxed ambiance that enhances the otherworldly feeling of the game.”
- “Despite feeling rather clunky at times, it was a cool experience with some really pretty visuals which, along with the music, stood out above all else.”
- “The music itself is quite a gem, especially the end credits sequence.”
- “Putting the music volume below 10% disables it entirely.”
- “But as soon as I get into the game, the music is loud and full of a deep, rumbly static that interrupts the main soundtrack and gave me a headache.”
- “The ambient background music is appropriately eerie, and the sparkly sound effects and gloomy, albeit amateur, voiceovers add to the mystical atmosphere.”
optimization
3 mentions
0 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
67 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant optimization issues, leading to stuttering performance despite its beautiful graphics. Overall, the poor optimization detracts from the experience, making it difficult to recommend.
- “Beautiful graphics combined with stuttering execution and an overall way too short game means that I can neither recommend nor not recommend this game.”
- “Beware: the game is poorly optimized.”
atmosphere
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
-150 % neutral mentions
150 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is enhanced by impeccable music, including choirs and violins that create a relaxed, otherworldly ambiance. The eerie ambient background music, combined with sparkly sound effects and somewhat amateur voiceovers, contributes to a mystical and immersive experience.
- “The music is impeccable; choirs and violins create a relaxed ambiance that enhances the otherworldly feeling of the game.”
- “The ambient background music is appropriately eerie, and the sparkly sound effects along with the gloomy, albeit amateur, voiceovers contribute to the mystical atmosphere.”
- “The ambient background music is appropriately eerie, and the sparkly sound effects and gloomy, albeit amateur, voiceovers add to the mystical atmosphere.”
- “The game fails to create a truly immersive atmosphere, leaving players feeling disconnected from the world.”
- “Despite some interesting visuals, the overall atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth needed to engage players.”
grinding
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or multiple attempts to progress effectively.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it just felt like a chore.”
character development
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-500 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Character development is noted for its promising ideas, including the acquisition of unique powers and basic yet appealing creature and character designs, which contribute to an engaging narrative.
- “The character development is impressive, with unique powers that you acquire throughout the game, enhancing the overall experience.”
- “The creature and character designs, while basic, contribute to a charming aesthetic that complements the story's promise.”
- “The game offers intriguing ideas for character progression, making each character feel distinct and engaging.”
- “The character development feels shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the protagonists.”
- “I was disappointed by the lack of meaningful choices that affect character growth throughout the game.”
- “The characters seem one-dimensional, and their arcs don't evolve in a satisfying way.”