Lonely Path

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"Lonely Path" is a peaceful puzzle game where you move and stack tiles to clear a path through 100 levels across 5 distinct regions, each introducing new mechanics. The simple gameplay belies challenging puzzles, and a level editor with Workshop support allows for level sharing with friends and the Steam community.

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Play Modes

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

100%

Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews

music6 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features beautiful art and a calming soundtrack, creating a relaxing atmosphere for players.
Puzzles are straightforward yet challenging, with new mechanics introduced progressively, keeping gameplay engaging.
The satisfaction of solving levels is enhanced by enjoyable animations and sound effects, making the experience rewarding.

Some levels can become convoluted and time-consuming, potentially testing players' patience.
The progression in difficulty can feel bumpy or disjointed, making it challenging for some players to advance.
There is a lack of guides or resources available, which may leave players feeling stuck at times.

music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its calming and relaxing qualities, featuring soothing piano melodies and ambient nature sounds that enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate how the soundtrack complements the gameplay, particularly during puzzle-solving moments, with satisfying sound effects that align with the music. The combination of beautiful art and tranquil soundscapes creates a pleasant atmosphere, making it an ideal backdrop for a puzzle game.
- “Overall a lovely experience, the music is super calming which is perfect for a puzzle game, and I can imagine myself coming back to this at a later date to finish off the ones I was too smooth to complete.”
- “And all this is wrapped up in a beautiful package, with lovely nature-themed art, cute little insects on the card borders, and relaxing piano music in the background.”
- “Music is nice and relaxing - just what you need when concentrating on a difficult level.”
- “The soundtrack I really liked, especially the first part with ambient birdsong and bird chattering.”
- “Relaxing piano music in the background.”
- “Relaxing music, love the art, tile stacking and clearing challenges - satisfying to see the path clear.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity and gradual introduction of mechanics, making it accessible yet engaging. Players appreciate the clever level design that challenges them with brain-teasers while maintaining clarity and intuitiveness. The game encourages replayability, as users find enjoyment in mastering the evolving rules and mechanics.
- “The rules are very simple, with only a handful of card types to keep track of, but the level design very cleverly uses these mechanics to create some real brain-twisters!”
- “New mechanics are introduced progressively and don't overwhelm, and the very clear presentation and intuitive way they function makes it easy to keep track of them.”
- “Zen little puzzle game based around a simple tile-piling mechanic, which gets tweaked with new additions as the game progresses.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game demonstrates strong stability, functioning well on basic hardware without any noticeable glitches or bugs, and features reliable saving mechanisms. Players report a smooth experience that remains enjoyable over time.
- “It's really nice-looking, works fine on simple gear, no glitches or bugs, saving is fine, and fun for quite some time.”
optimization
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Players appreciate the optimization aspect of the game, noting that many levels can be completed efficiently without the need to reveal all cards, providing a satisfying challenge for those seeking to enhance their strategic approach.
- “For those who want a bit of an optimization challenge, many levels can be solved without turning over all the cards.”
graphics
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The graphics of the game are highly praised, contributing to an overall pleasant experience alongside its great music.
- “Pleasant puzzle game with great music and graphics.”