Palallel
- May 27, 2022
- GoatApe
Get on Steam"Palallel" is a 2D puzzle platformer for two players where each player has their own hidden level, featuring unique objects and mechanisms. Communication and cooperation are key as players must exchange objects and trigger mechanisms on their sides to help their partner progress. With a focus on problem-solving and teamwork, players will need to efficiently communicate to beat all levels and solve puzzles while never being able to see or interact with each other directly.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features adorable character designs and a charming aesthetic that enhances the overall fun experience.
- It offers a substantial amount of content with clever puzzles that require strong communication between players, making it a rewarding co-op experience.
- The game is well-constructed and provides a good balance of challenge and enjoyment, making it highly recommended for those who enjoy puzzle-platformers.
- Some levels can lead to frustrating softlocks or bugs, requiring players to restart or skip levels, which can disrupt the flow of the game.
- The asynchronous gameplay can make communication difficult, especially for complex puzzles that require precise timing or detailed explanations.
- A few levels may feel tedious or overly challenging, potentially leading to frustration for players who may not have the patience for certain puzzles.
- graphics3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The game's "chalkboard" aesthetic is praised for its fun and engaging design, while the unique feature of obscuring other players' screens adds an intriguing layer to gameplay. Overall, the graphics contribute to a delightful visual experience that contrasts with the competitive nature of the game.
“A wonderful aesthetic and simple controls.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Gameplay is characterized by a mix of logical challenges and mechanical skills, providing an enjoyable experience despite occasional frustrations with partner dynamics. Players report that the game can lead to humorous conflicts, enhancing the overall fun.
“Though sometimes levels require some logical thinking instead of mechanical skills, which I would not have been able to do on my own, it was really fun nevertheless.”
“Instead, it brought us many hours of infighting due to my partner's stupidity and lack of mechanics.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's humor is characterized by clever concepts and chaotic physics levels that elicit laughter, making it a charming and amusing experience overall.
“We found the concepts presented by the game to be clever, and the chaotic physics levels to be hilarious.”
“Very sweet, little funny game.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while some levels can feel tedious and easy, the overall enjoyment remains intact, with only minor issues like a bug that can be quickly resolved.
