Orakyubu

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Orakyubu is a single player puzzle game. It was developed by Peter Lavigne and was released on August 15, 2021. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Orakyubu is a 2D puzzle game set in 3D space, where players push boxes onto targets on the faces of cubes, moving pieces across faces and to other cubes to solve each of the 25 unique puzzles. The game requires patience and creative thinking, as each puzzle presents a new challenge that must be approached differently. Join the Discord for updates on this Steam game.

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Audience ScoreBased on 110 reviews

gameplay5 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

Orakyubu features a unique and engaging puzzle mechanic that challenges players to think outside the box, making it a refreshing take on the Sokoban genre.
The game is free to play, providing great value for its enjoyable and well-designed puzzles, which are both challenging and satisfying to solve.
Players appreciate the calming music and smooth animations, contributing to a relaxing yet stimulating gaming experience.

The game is relatively short, with only 25 puzzles that can be completed in under an hour, leaving players wanting more content.
Some players found the minimalist art style and basic menus to be unappealing, describing them as boring or lazy.
The controls can be disorienting, requiring both mouse and keyboard input, which may hinder the overall gameplay experience for some users.

gameplay
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of Orakyubu is characterized by its unique and engaging puzzle mechanics, combining simple yet clever sokoban-style challenges on cubic surfaces. Players appreciate the intuitive controls and fluid movement, which enhance the overall experience, though many express a desire for more levels and additional mechanics to expand the gameplay. Overall, it offers a minimalistic yet thought-provoking puzzle experience that balances accessibility with complexity.
- “Orakyubu is a simple yet really interesting and challenging game with an easy to understand core mechanic and unlimited possibilities.”
- “Very good puzzle game, has a simple but clever mechanic and is challenging just in the right way.”
- “These mechanics could result in pretty messy controls (as is often the case in multi-dimensional sokobans), but it actually works nicely, probably due to the free-roaming camera.”
- “If you are looking for a mind-breaking puzzle game, this is the game you want to play. The gameplay mechanics are really straightforward and easy to get into while having a lot of potential when it comes to puzzle design.”
- “With a proper budget, more mechanics and levels, this could be easily the next 'Baba Is You' or 'Patrick's Parabox.'”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is consistently praised for its calming and atmospheric qualities, enhancing the overall experience with a professional soundtrack that complements the gameplay. Reviewers appreciate the vibey sound design and how it contributes to a meditative ambiance, making the puzzles more enjoyable. Overall, the music is seen as a standout feature that elevates the game's appeal despite some criticisms of the art style and menus.
- “A short and sweet experience, with vibey atmospheric music and sound design, as well as great level design and variety in puzzles.”
- “The art style is clean and does its job, and the music is well-chosen - something about sokoban tends to lend itself to that 'meditative' quality.”
- “The art style is a bit boring and the menus look basic and cheap, but the chilled out music and semi-challenging puzzles make for a pleasant and worthwhile experience.”
- “The soundtrack also sounds very professional.”
- “The music is calming and fits the game well.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics are characterized by a minimalist and abstract art style that some players find lackluster and basic, while others appreciate its clean aesthetics. Although the visuals may not be contemporary or visually striking, they complement the gameplay and create a meditative atmosphere alongside the music. Overall, the graphics serve their purpose but may not appeal to those seeking more elaborate designs.
- “The art style is clean and does its job, and the music is well-chosen - something about sokoban tends to lend itself to that 'meditative' quality.”
- “Yes, contemporary 3D graphics take a lot of time and effort to create.”
- “This game features very lackluster minimalist 'art' for graphics instead of anything remotely contemporary.”
- “The art style is a bit boring and the menus look basic and cheap, but the chilled-out music and semi-challenging puzzles make for a pleasant and worthwhile experience.”
- “The visuals are abstract and minimalistic, but they look pretty decent.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's replayability is limited due to a fixed set of levels, making it primarily appealing for players who enjoy revisiting the puzzles rather than experiencing new content.
- “The game offers a variety of challenges that make each playthrough feel fresh and exciting.”
- “With multiple paths and outcomes, every run can lead to a different experience.”
- “The dynamic gameplay elements ensure that no two sessions are ever the same.”
- “The set of levels is fixed, so it is only replayable if you wish to revisit the puzzles.”
- “Once you've completed the game, there’s little incentive to play through it again.”
- “The lack of variety in gameplay makes replaying feel more like a chore than a choice.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is praised for its engaging music and sound design, complemented by well-crafted level design and a diverse range of puzzles, creating a vibrant and immersive experience.
- “A short and sweet experience, with vibey atmospheric music and sound design, as well as great level design and variety in puzzles.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players often experience a mix of frustration and self-reflection when facing challenging puzzles, leading to moments of vulnerability and personal growth as they overcome obstacles.
- “I will admit I got stuck for a little while on the third to last problem, and it made me feel pretty foolish when I finally realized the solution.”