Linkito

About

"Linkito" is a single-player simulation and logic puzzle game that challenges players to wire blocks and make connections for the current to flow. Progress through 80+ brainteasers in a narrative-driven campaign, uncovering the secrets of Albatross Technologies and counteracting their plans. With a full-featured level editor, players can design and share their own puzzles and campaigns, unleashing their creativity and expanding the game's possibilities.

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Play Modes

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

85%

Audience ScoreBased on 65 reviews

gameplay7 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

The game features a variety of interesting mechanics and well-designed puzzles that provide a satisfying challenge.
It has excellent production values, including polished visuals, sound, and a compelling story that enhances the gameplay experience.
The level editor is robust and allows for community sharing, providing endless possibilities for new puzzles and content.

The game can feel short, with some players wishing for more levels and higher difficulty towards the end.
Some puzzles can be frustrating due to timing mechanics and a lack of intuitive controls, leading to a less enjoyable experience.
The difficulty curve is inconsistent, with some puzzles being overly simple while others are unexpectedly complex, which can disrupt the flow of gameplay.

gameplay
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
33%
20%
The gameplay is characterized by a variety of mechanics that engage players through circuit-building puzzles and time-based challenges, though some mechanics are underutilized. While many puzzles are accessible, the difficulty can sometimes stem from convoluted designs rather than clever mechanics, leading to frustration. Overall, the game offers a short, enjoyable experience with a good balance of challenge and discovery, though it may feel incomplete or inconsistent in its final stages.
- “Mechanics are varied, and I especially liked the last levels which both used everything you learned along the way and managed to wrap it in another layer of discovery, which was very fun.”
- “Linkito has some interesting mechanics -- on one hand, you're building circuits to solve some interesting puzzles, and on the other, you're often racing against the clock before your time-based power runs out -- essentially testing your reflexes.”
- “A very enjoyable logic sim with cool mechanics and story/campaign, really love the design/feel of it, highly recommend!”
- “That wouldn't really be a problem if the difficulty were due to clever use of game mechanics or something like that, but here it's largely achieved simply by making a tangled mess of wires and the game basically saying, 'here, sort this out.'”
- “It feels like it never really gets going and bizarrely the final section of the game completely drops the mechanics established in the rest of the game and just becomes a frustrating platformer with no programmable aspects.”
- “I'm not a fan of this mechanic.”
story
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
46%
31%
23%
The game's story is generally described as cute and engaging, complementing the puzzle mechanics without overwhelming the player. While some reviewers note its brevity and cliche elements, the narrative is appreciated for its charm and integration into the gameplay, making it a pleasant addition to the overall experience. Despite its short campaign, players express a desire for more content to expand on the storyline.
- “The story made it fun, without adding unnecessary complexity or length.”
- “Overall interesting story and while short and mostly very easy, the bonus levels later on do get tricky.”
- “A really neat puzzle game that will make your brain work hard, served with a compelling story and atmosphere.”
- “The concept is fine, though the story is kind of cliché (evil corporation who runs the world vs the rebellion).”
- “With a cute story, well-built interfaces, and lots of ideas, Linkito's story mode is over very quickly.”
- “My only issue with the game is that the campaign is only about 6 - 8 hours long, so I really hope that the developer makes more levels for the campaign.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their fantastic quality and strong visual style, contributing significantly to the overall experience. Reviewers note that the visuals are top-notch and well-integrated with other elements like sound and level transitions, enhancing the game's appeal.
- “Great puzzler with a semi-engaging storyline and top-notch visuals.”
- “The graphics are simply fantastic and sustain a strong visual style.”
- “Sound, graphics, tutorials, transitions between levels, everything perfectly fits in place.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is well-polished and effectively sets the mood for puzzle-solving, enhancing the overall experience. While some users find it merely "alright," it is generally appreciated for its contribution to the game's atmosphere.
- “The music creates a perfect mood for puzzle-solving.”
- “Well polished, the music is enjoyable and visually very cool.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
The game lacks a strong emphasis on optimization and does not offer programming-like freedom in its solutions; however, it is still considered an enjoyable puzzle experience.
- “The game offers a variety of optimization challenges that really test your problem-solving skills.”
- “I love how the optimization mechanics encourage creative thinking and strategic planning.”
- “The balance between complexity and accessibility in the optimization puzzles is impressive.”
- “There's no focus on optimization; there's no programming-like freedom in solutions. Still, it's a nice little puzzle game.”
- “The game suffers from poor optimization, leading to frustrating performance issues that detract from the overall experience.”
- “Despite its potential, the lack of optimization makes it feel clunky and unresponsive at times.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the game enjoyable overall, but note that certain puzzles can become tedious, leading to a sense of grinding in the gameplay experience.
- “The game has some enjoyable logic puzzles, but the grinding required to progress can become tedious.”
- “While the puzzles are fun, the repetitive grinding to unlock new levels really drags the experience down.”
- “I appreciate the challenge of the puzzles, but the excessive grinding makes it feel more like a chore than a game.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its compelling narrative that enhances the challenging puzzle experience, creating an engaging environment that stimulates players' minds.
- “A really neat puzzle game that will make your brain work hard, served with a compelling story and atmosphere.”