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"Or" is a puzzle/arcade game with 3D graphics and light-based gameplay, challenging players to navigate 10 progressively difficult worlds filled with pitfalls. The game's simple controls and dynamic light mechanics set in a minimalistic environment create a unique and engaging experience. With its clever level design and focus on light manipulation, "Or" offers a simplified yet innovative take on the puzzle genre.

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

23%

Audience ScoreBased on 61 reviews

humor3 positive mentions

graphics9 negative mentions

The game has a simple concept that is easy to pick up and play.
Some players found joy and hope while playing, indicating a potential for positive emotional experiences.
It is relatively cheap and includes trading cards.

The game is extremely buggy, often freezing and requiring restarts from the tutorial.
Graphics, music, and overall design are poorly executed, resembling unfinished or low-quality projects.
The user interface is non-existent, making navigation frustrating and often leading to crashes.

graphics
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
The graphics of the game have been widely criticized as subpar, with many reviewers describing them as bland, unpolished, and reminiscent of outdated 16-bit visuals rather than the advertised 3D experience. Issues such as unreadable text, poor color choices, and a lack of detail contribute to an overall negative impression, leading players to feel that the visuals do not justify the game's price. Overall, the graphical presentation is seen as a significant drawback, detracting from the gameplay experience.
- “Bad looping music, boring graphics - described as 3D in the store but more akin to an unpolished 16-bit tabletop game - with unreadable text and terrible color palette choices, and generic maze-like gameplay that is not fun and full of bugs.”
- “The graphics are so bland and uninspired.”
- “It's buggy as hell, the graphics are so damn bad it's incredible.”
gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
17%
58%
The gameplay has been widely criticized for being simplistic, buggy, and unoriginal, with many reviewers noting that it feels more like a poorly executed 16-bit game than a modern title. Players have found the mechanics uninspired, revolving around basic color changes to navigate barriers, and the overall experience is marred by poor graphics and a lack of engaging content. Despite the low price point, many feel it does not justify the quality of gameplay offered.
- “The gameplay is super simplistic, no creativity was involved in thinking up these mechanics; you don't do anything but change colors to pass through barriers and avoid enemies.”
- “Gameplay based around light offers a unique twist, making it feel like a simplified puzzle/arcade game.”
- “Gameplay only seems to run smoothly so long as you're moving.”
- “Bad looping music, boring graphics - described as 3D in the store but more akin to an unpolished 16-bit tabletop game - with unreadable text and terrible color palette choices, and generic maze-like gameplay that is not fun and full of bugs.”
- “Gameplay itself is buggy and horrible.”
- “The graphics are bad, the gameplay is overall lame, and the asking price is simply stupid for this game.”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
11%
78%
The music in the game has been widely criticized for being repetitive and unengaging, failing to enhance the overall experience. Many players found it to be a significant drawback, with some stating that even the music couldn't redeem the poor gameplay and graphics. Overall, the soundtrack is described as lackluster and uninspired, contributing to a disappointing atmosphere.
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- “Bad looping music, boring graphics - described as 3D in the store but more akin to an unpolished 16-bit tabletop game - with unreadable text and terrible color palette choices, and generic maze-like gameplay that is not fun and full of bugs.”
- “The music does change through the levels, but it's pretty much the same.”
- “I can forgive the cursed graphics, I can forgive the crappy, repetitive music, I can even forgive the fact that there is no proper menu navigation.”
stability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is widely criticized for its severe stability issues, with multiple users reporting frequent bugs that significantly detract from the gameplay experience. Overall, it is described as "buggy" and "horrible," leading to a consensus that it feels like poorly made software.
- “Gameplay itself is buggy and horrible.”
- “It's buggy as hell; the graphics are so bad it's incredible.”
- “Extremely buggy game!”
optimization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
80%
The optimization of the game has been widely criticized, with users reporting poor performance and camera issues. Gameplay tends to run smoothly only during movement, but overall, the performance is considered subpar and detracts significantly from the experience.
- “The optimization in this game is impressive, allowing for seamless transitions and minimal loading times.”
- “I love how the game runs smoothly even in high-action sequences, thanks to its excellent optimization.”
- “The developers have done a fantastic job optimizing the gameplay, making it enjoyable without any lag.”
- “The camera and performance are both bad.”
- “The performance is worse than the overall quality of the game.”
- “The performance is consistently poor.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
150%
The game's story is minimal, with some players noting a lack of narrative depth, as it primarily consists of levels to complete. However, one user highlights a moral about perseverance and the unpredictability of life, suggesting a thematic undertone despite the absence of a traditional storyline.
- “The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you. If I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “There is no story to this game; it just has levels for you to play.”
- “The narrative feels disjointed and lacks any real depth or engagement.”
- “The characters are one-dimensional and fail to evoke any emotional connection.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game has been criticized for its lack of replayability, as it reuses many elements across levels, leading to a monotonous experience that discourages players from returning.
- “There is no replay value, and the game reuses too many of the same elements in every level.”
- “Once you complete the game, there's little incentive to go back; it feels repetitive.”
- “The lack of variety in gameplay makes replaying feel like a chore rather than a fun experience.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in the game is derived from its ironic use of 3D graphics, as players find it amusing that the game's portrayal feels more like a 2D experience despite the technical capabilities. The comment highlights a playful critique of the game's design choices, suggesting that the visual elements are underutilized.
- “The 3D graphics allow you to see the light from above. That's humorous; technically, I guess you could call this a 3D game with the walls and corners, but with how this game is portrayed, it may as well be a 2D game where you don't need 3D graphics to see lights from above.”
- “The witty dialogue and absurd situations had me laughing out loud. It's refreshing to see a game that doesn't take itself too seriously.”
- “The humor is spot on, with clever puns and hilarious character interactions that keep the gameplay light-hearted and fun.”

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