Love: A Puzzle Box Filled with Stories

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"Love: A Puzzle Box Filled with Stories" is a narrative-driven puzzle game that explores various aspects of love through a series of interconnected stories. Players uncover different narratives by solving puzzles and making choices that impact the outcome of each tale. With a unique art style and thought-provoking themes, this game provides a fresh take on the puzzle genre and challenges players to think deeply about the complexities of love.

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

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87%

Audience ScoreBased on 39 reviews

gameplay5 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game features a unique and charming concept that combines puzzle-solving with emotional storytelling, allowing players to explore relationships through past and present interactions.
The visuals and music are beautifully crafted, enhancing the overall experience and creating an emotional connection with the characters and their stories.
Many players found the puzzles engaging and satisfying, with a rewarding mechanic of rotating the apartment building to uncover different aspects of the narrative.

The storytelling is often vague and disjointed, making it difficult for players to follow the narrative and fully engage with the characters' experiences.
Puzzle-solving can be frustrating due to unclear objectives and controls, leading to a guessing game rather than a logical progression.
The game is relatively short and may feel lacking in depth, with some players expressing disappointment over the overall execution and missed potential.

story
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
66%
17%
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its emotional depth and unique narrative approach, while others find it vague and difficult to follow. Many express a desire for a more coherent storyline, as the gameplay often overshadows the plot. Overall, the juxtaposition of past and present is highlighted as a compelling storytelling element, though the execution leaves room for improvement.
- “In my humble opinion, this is the perfect way to make an emotionally charged story without drifting into the realms of cliché.”
- “The first story you solve acts as a sort of tutorial for what's to come, and it also acts as a primer for the excellent storytelling you are in for.”
- “Love is a fun puzzle game, but I think for me it's more about the story and emotions that it successfully tries to convey.”
- “Love has incredible potential, but its vagueness undermines the storytelling.”
- “Maybe it's just me, but I am unable to follow along with the story, so I click on things and I somehow still complete the puzzles.”
- “Wished there was more creative input in the storyline.”
gameplay
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
39%
23%
The gameplay is centered around a unique mechanic of rotating scenes to uncover narrative outcomes, which is both engaging and satisfying, particularly in its emotional impact. However, the lack of clarity in the story and some ambiguity in the mechanics can detract from the overall experience, making it feel forgettable for some players. While the puzzles are enjoyable and the aesthetic appealing, the gameplay may leave players wanting more context and narrative coherence.
- “So, beyond the charming graphic aesthetic, the catchy soundtrack, the just tricky enough puzzles, and a brilliant time travel mechanic, this game also has heart.”
- “This search for the right rotation and location is extremely satisfying, both mechanically and emotionally.”
- “As a gameplay mechanic, rotating the floors is tangible and rewarding, especially since the result of the rotation (such as switching from past to present or seeing a character appear in a new location) is so immediate and obvious.”
- “The core mechanic—manipulating scenes to reveal outcomes in relationships, past and present—is simple but leaves too much room for ambiguity.”
- “This vagueness also affects gameplay.”
- “Really liked the concept and gameplay, just wish there was a little bit more explanation about the stories because I feel like I missed a lot!”
emotional
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is a mixed bag; while some players find it deeply touching and capable of evoking strong feelings through its charming visuals and heartfelt stories, others feel it lacks depth and can be overly abstract. Many reviewers appreciate the game's ability to create emotional connections with characters and situations, leading to a satisfying and engaging experience that balances heartwarming moments without falling into cliché. Overall, it successfully elicits a range of emotions, from joy to sadness, making it a memorable journey for players.
- “I enjoyed this game a lot, even though it made me cry.”
- “It is a touching look at love and relationships.”
- “I was enthralled by the emotions and situations the tenants are each going through and was driven to solve each puzzle because of the emotional attachment I felt to them.”
music
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
25%
25%
The music in the game is widely praised for its quality and emotional impact, enhancing the overall experience with a catchy soundtrack that complements the charming visuals and storytelling. Players appreciate how the music contributes to the atmosphere, making the puzzles feel more engaging and memorable. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature that adds depth and heart to the gameplay.
- “The concept, art, and music are perfect, and the only problem is that the puzzles can feel obscure.”
- “The music works so well and it's been a joy to walk through the different stories.”
- “Great slow-paced puzzler with some high-quality music you'll be humming for days.”
- “It isn't often a game can get you feeling emotional after the first ten minutes, but this game's visuals, music premise, and charm come together in such a powerful way.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
37%
38%
The game's graphics are described as charming and emotionally engaging, effectively complementing its narrative and gameplay elements. However, some users noted issues such as frame drops and graphical glitches, which detracted from the overall visual experience. Overall, while the aesthetic is appealing, technical problems may hinder enjoyment for some players.
- “Cute graphics, emotional little stories (at least the one in the demo and the first bits that I got to see already).”
- “It isn't often a game can get you feeling emotional after the first ten minutes, but this game's visuals, music, premise, and charm come together in such a powerful way.”
- “The game is lacking in visuals and narrative - two of the points that should've been the strongest.”
- “☐ frame drops/graphical issues.”
- “The graphics are charming.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
150%
Overall, user feedback on stability is mixed; while some report experiencing bugs and glitches, others praise the game for running perfectly without any issues or delays.
- “I was thrilled to see that not only did it run, it ran perfectly with no glitches or delays.”
- “The game maintained a steady frame rate throughout, making for a smooth and enjoyable experience.”
- “I experienced no crashes or bugs during my playthrough, which really enhanced my immersion.”
- “The game is plagued with bugs and glitches that ruin the experience.”
- “I encountered numerous stability issues, including frequent crashes and frame drops.”
- “The constant glitches make it nearly impossible to enjoy the gameplay.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is noted for its emotional depth, seamlessly blending laughter with poignant moments that can evoke strong feelings, often leaving players oscillating between joy and sadness.
- “One minute I'm laughing, the next minute I'm choking back tears.”

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