Lilly Looking Through

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Lilly Looking Through is a charming point-and-click adventure game that follows Lilly as she discovers magical glasses that allow her to interact with the past. With beautiful hand-drawn graphics, players will help Lilly explore diverse environments, solve puzzles, and uncover the ultimate mystery of her world. Suitable for all ages, this game offers a captivating and engaging experience for anyone seeking a spellbinding journey.

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Play Modes

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

71%

Audience ScoreBased on 426 reviews

story42 positive mentions

grinding33 negative mentions

The art and animation are stunning, creating a beautiful and immersive atmosphere.
The puzzles are generally enjoyable and provide a good challenge without being overly frustrating.
The game has a charming and whimsical vibe, making it suitable for players of all ages.

The game is very short, typically taking only 2-3 hours to complete, which may not justify the price.
The ending is abrupt and leaves many questions unanswered, making it feel incomplete.
Some puzzles, particularly the color-based ones, can be confusing and lack clear objectives.

story
205 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is described as minimal and lacking depth, often leaving players feeling unsatisfied due to its abrupt ending and unresolved plotlines. While the charming visuals and animations are praised, many reviewers express disappointment over the simplistic narrative and the absence of a cohesive storyline, with some noting that it feels more like an incomplete chapter than a full game. Overall, the story is seen as a charming but ultimately underdeveloped aspect of the experience.
- “This game has a beautiful story, a variety of enchanting hand-painted environments, a cinematic 2.5D multi-plane experience, atmospheric soundtracks, multiple puzzles, cute animations, 10 stages/areas, and 6 trading cards (you will get 3 cards for free).”
- “Lilly’s story is set in a fictional fantasy world and told almost completely by the universal language of pantomime, and can be enjoyed at many levels by the whole family.”
- “The story is magical and although the puzzles are somewhat peculiar and logical, there are an abundant number of hints.”
- “The last few quests with color bells and pipes I found completely illogical and chaotic.”
- “The story doesn't have an ending, and probably never will because it's been 7 years without another installment.”
- “The story is minimal, and the ending is too abrupt and seems to be the first part of a larger narrative.”
gameplay
112 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Lilly Looking Through" is characterized by its simplicity and minimal difficulty, with many puzzles being easy to solve thanks to unlimited hints and retries. While the time-travel mechanic using goggles adds an interesting layer to the gameplay, the overall experience is often slowed down by tedious animations and repetitive puzzles, leading to a short playtime of around 1.5 to 2 hours. Despite its charming visuals and atmospheric soundtrack, many players feel the game lacks depth and engagement, making it more suitable for casual gamers or those looking for a brief, relaxing experience.
- “A beautiful point-and-click adventure reminiscent of the Samorost series, with a cool mechanic of jumping back and forth between the present and the distant past.”
- “The goggles were a cool gameplay mechanic which added another dimension (quite literally) to the game world.”
- “The puzzles also complement this, and I didn't feel they were unfair in any way (some might not be obvious, but there is an underlying logic once you see the mechanics involved).”
- “The gameplay is painfully slow, and seriously, that underwater bell puzzle is frustrating.”
- “It took me around two hours to beat the game without using a guide, so the gameplay is quite short.”
- “Decent scene art, but the puzzles are uninspiring and tedious, and gameplay is painfully slow.”
graphics
111 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beautiful artwork, charming animations, and atmospheric environments that create a dreamlike experience. Many reviewers highlight the enchanting art style and serene soundtrack, although some note performance issues such as choppy animations and slowdowns. Overall, the visuals are considered the game's strongest aspect, effectively complementing its light narrative and puzzle mechanics.
- “The artwork and animation are beautiful; the soundtrack and voice acting are minimalistic, adding to the dreamlike mood of the game.”
- “The graphics are gorgeous.”
- “The visuals are absolutely gorgeous, the animations smooth, and the atmosphere is almost perfect.”
- “There's also issues with audio and visuals--the music loops poorly, on-screen animations are choppy, input is laggy and often ignores you.”
- “The graphics are not great.”
- “- performance slowdowns on my high-end system (strange for a game that is not graphic intensive).”
music
98 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its calming and atmospheric qualities, enhancing the enchanting visuals and overall experience. Many reviewers highlight the soundtrack as a perfect fit for the game's serene pace, although some note issues with audio clarity and looping. Overall, the combination of beautiful art and soothing music creates a delightful and immersive environment for players.
- “The music is gentle and soothing -- a light, synthesized symphonic background that, with the background and action sounds, helps with immersion.”
- “The music is very serene and the animations are cute.”
- “The music is atmospheric and fits the game well, and the puzzles are good enough for me.”
- “The sound is very sparse and there is not really music except atmospheric sounds so low that with the sound on my computer turned all the way up you can barely hear it.”
- “There's also issues with audio and visuals--the music loops poorly, on-screen animations are choppy, input is laggy and often ignores you.”
- “The background music is pretty but the voice acting is extremely poor and I could barely hear it.”
atmosphere
42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
64%
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The atmosphere of "Lilly Looking Through" is widely praised for its enchanting hand-painted visuals and soothing, atmospheric soundtrack, creating a comforting and immersive experience. Players appreciate the game's whimsical charm and the seamless integration of art and sound, which enhances the overall ambiance, despite some noting its short length. The combination of beautiful graphics, gentle music, and engaging puzzles makes it a delightful choice for those seeking a relaxing gaming experience.
- “The music is gentle and peaceful, and the entire atmosphere of the game is enchanting.”
- “It's beautiful, immersive, and atmospheric.”
- “The atmosphere of Lilly is very comforting - it's a nice place to be.”
- “The graphics give it a dreamy atmosphere, enhanced by the tranquil music.”
- “If you are going to make a game first and foremost about soaking up the atmosphere framed by gameplay that gives no replayability to speak of, then at least make it long enough so that we feel we get enough time in that world to soak up the atmosphere.”
grinding
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The grinding aspect of the game is heavily criticized for its tedious and repetitive puzzles, which often rely on trial and error rather than logic, leading to frustrating gameplay. Slow, unskippable animations exacerbate the issue, making even simple tasks feel drawn out and monotonous. Overall, players find the experience to be boring and lacking in payoff, particularly towards the end.
- “The slow animations make the game very tedious.”
- “The puzzles do get tedious, the solutions oftentimes seem extremely arbitrary with no actual reason, and the game itself seems to be compiled of mostly filler play.”
- “The animation sequences take a long time and are forced on the player, meaning that sometimes the player will spend 10 minutes repeating a tedious task over and over, with animation and loading in between each inch of progress.”
replayability
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is criticized for its very short playtime, typically around 1-2 hours, and a complete lack of replayability, as once players solve the puzzles, there is little incentive to revisit the experience. While some players found it enjoyable, the consensus is that the absence of a compelling story or varied gameplay makes it difficult to justify its price point. Overall, it is recommended only for those who are comfortable with a brief, linear experience.
- “It doesn't really have any particular replay value, unless you simply want to do the puzzles again or revisit the vistas, but it was an enjoyable little experience.”
- “Its quite short (about 90 minutes if you get the grasp of the color puzzles) and sadly like most other puzzle games offers very low replayability.”
- “It provides at most 2 hours of content with no replayability.”
- “Its quite short (about 90 mins if you get the grasp of the color puzzles) and sadly like most other puzzle games offers very low replayability.”
- “One complaint would be that it is very short and not really replayable, since once you figure out the puzzle there is not much fun in going back through the same thing.”
emotional
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by its heartwarming and charming narrative, particularly through the expressive mannerisms of the characters, which evoke a strong sense of care and connection. While many players appreciate the touching themes of honor, loss, and redemption, some express frustration with pacing and an unsatisfying ending that contrasts with the overall emotional tone. Overall, the game successfully creates a delightful atmosphere, though opinions vary on its narrative resolution.
- “The emotional tone of the game is wonderful, with the mannerisms and expressions of the children making it easy to care about them.”
- “+ expressive and emotional without being cloying; it's very pleasing to play.”
- “Lilly looking through is utterly delightful, charming, and heartwarming.”
optimization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has been widely criticized, with users reporting significant performance slowdowns even on high-end systems, despite the game not being graphically intensive. Many experienced severe issues, including unplayable conditions on lower-end hardware and lengthy cut scenes without the option to skip, indicating a lack of effective optimization across various settings and scenarios.
- “The graphics and performance are impressive, especially with my setup of a 970, 4790k, 16GB of RAM, and SSD.”
- “Despite having a high-end system, I experienced some performance slowdowns, which is unusual for a game that isn't graphically intensive.”
- “Performance slowdowns on my high-end system (strange for a game that is not graphic intensive).”
- “Graphics/animation poorly optimized (if at all).”
- “Cut scenes still take forever (with no way of bypassing them), and the game's optimization level is ridiculously poor at times (particularly the underwater sequence), even at lower resolutions.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users report encountering significant stability issues, leading some to abandon troubleshooting efforts due to frustration.
- “I searched the game's discussions and tried some troubleshooting steps, but I eventually gave up.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
- “I experienced constant lag and disconnections, which ruined my gaming experience.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviews indicate that character development in the game is minimal, with players expressing a desire for more depth and growth in the characters.
- “The character development in this game is incredibly rich and engaging.”
- “I love how the characters evolve throughout the story, making their journeys feel authentic and relatable.”
- “The depth of each character's backstory adds layers to the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.”
- “If you're looking for a lot of character development, you won't find it here.”
- “The characters feel one-dimensional and lack meaningful growth throughout the game.”
- “I was disappointed by the lack of depth in the character arcs; they didn't evolve in any significant way.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game is not directly addressed in the provided text, which focuses instead on the quality of the music, describing it as stunning and enhancing the game's atmosphere.
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in "Lilly Looking Through" is characterized as cute and engaging, contributing to the overall charm of the adventure game.
- “Lilly Looking Through is a cute and funny adventure game.”
- “The humor in this game is cleverly woven into the storyline, making every moment enjoyable.”
- “I found myself laughing out loud at the quirky characters and their hilarious dialogue.”