Phil Alone
- July 21, 2022
- GD Games
Get on SteamFeatured DLCPhil Alone - Game Dev Book is a DLC of the game Phil Alone, a digital book made to show everything about the development of the game, a lot of tips to other developers that want to put their games on Steam and new game arts. About the GameA game made to Ludum Dare 47 - Stuck in a loop *Players with poor psychological, I suggest not playing this game...* ABOUT THE GAME Meet P…
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Reviews
- Phil Alone offers a quick and enjoyable puzzle experience with multiple endings to explore.
- The game features straightforward clues that make it accessible for players who prefer simpler puzzles.
- It's free to play, making it a low-risk option for those looking for a short gaming session.
- The dialogue feels unnatural and the story suffers from poor pacing, leaving many questions unanswered.
- Technical issues such as freezing and unskippable scenes detract from the overall experience.
- The puzzles are overly simplistic, often requiring brute force rather than clever problem-solving.
- story10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The story has received mixed reviews, with many players noting unnatural dialogue, poor pacing, and plot holes despite its brevity. While some enjoyed the puzzles and found the story engaging in a simple way, others felt it lacked depth and emotional resonance, leaving much open to player interpretation. Overall, it seems best suited for those seeking a quick, uncomplicated experience rather than a profound narrative.
“I really enjoyed the puzzles and the story!”
“Nice short story.”
“I wish it went more in-depth on the story, but not everything has to have a lore iceberg to be good or worthwhile.”
“Dialogue is unnatural and the story has bad pacing.”
“The pacing is off and despite being a short game, it has many plot holes.”
“However, it lacks heart; the story, the level design... everything is just meh.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay is likened to "Twelve Minutes" but is criticized for being overly simplified and lacking logical or narrative guidance, resulting in a repetitive experience that can be completed in just 10 minutes through trial and error.
“The gameplay reminds me of [twelve minutes](https://store.steampowered.com/app/1097200/twelve-minutes/), albeit more simplified and straightforward.”
“There is no logic (or even narrative justification) to guide you when doing these chores, so the simplest way to beat the game is just trying out all possible combinations - which leads to an astonishing total of 10 minutes of (mostly repeated) gameplay.”
- stability3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with frequent freezes that disrupt gameplay and force players to restart, often requiring them to replay unskippable sections. This has led to frustration among users, as it severely impacts the overall experience and completion time.
“You can't save, and the game freezes a lot - I had to restart the game twice and watch the whole prologue again since it's unskippable.”
“The game freezes a lot.”
“I finished the game in 26 minutes, but I figured that I could manage to finish it in ~10 minutes if I don't have to reset the game twice after the game freezes, and that also accounting the time that I took to write all clues in the game to make a guide.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics have received positive feedback, with users particularly appreciating the art style, which adds a unique visual appeal to the game.
“I really like the art style.”
“The visuals are stunning and truly immersive.”
“The graphics are beautifully designed and enhance the overall experience.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is described as quirky and occasionally amusing, contributing to its overall odd charm.
“A weird little game, but it has some genuinely funny moments.”
“The humor is quirky and keeps you laughing throughout the gameplay.”
“I love how the game blends absurdity with clever jokes that catch you off guard.”
