Puzzle Bots
- October 21, 2010
- Ivy Games
Get on SteamIn "Puzzle Bots," players navigate a world of challenging puzzles using a team of small robots, each with unique abilities. The game features a charming story and a variety of environments, from factories to laboratories, to explore. Players must use strategic thinking and creative problem-solving to guide the bots to their goals and uncover the secrets of the game's world.
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Reviews
- Cute and charming graphics with a light-hearted story that appeals to a family audience.
- Simple puzzles that are enjoyable and suitable for children, keeping them engaged for hours.
- Great voice acting and humor that adds to the overall fun experience of the game.
- The game is very short, with many players finishing it in under three hours, leading to a lack of depth.
- Puzzles can be overly simplistic, which may frustrate older or more experienced players looking for a challenge.
- Some players found the story and character development lacking, making it feel less engaging.
- story30 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The game's story is characterized as simplistic and child-friendly, making it suitable for younger audiences or those new to point-and-click adventures. While some players appreciate its light-hearted and silly nature, others find it lacking depth and brevity, with a narrative that doesn't hold up for more experienced gamers. Overall, it offers charming animations and voice acting, but the story may not be compelling enough to warrant a recommendation for those seeking a more substantial experience.
“A cute, story-driven puzzle game designed for an all-ages audience.”
“The story is pretty well written for a short game, and the voice acting is spot on.”
“Charming voice acted animated story plus mildly challenging puzzles keep it entertaining throughout.”
“I think this would be a decent introduction to point and click games for a child, but anyone older is going to quickly become irritated by the simplistic story and basic puzzles. If you've played every other Wadjet game, then it's nice to hear Abe Goldfarb again, but otherwise, probably don't bother.”
“But (always a but) it's way too short and the story is fairly non-existent.”
“Basic point and click adventure game with a 'Scooby-Doo' esque story.”
- humor16 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is described as lighthearted and charming, appealing to a casual audience with its cute characters and zany inventors. However, many reviewers note that the comedic timing and voice acting are lacking, resulting in a mix of occasional chuckles and overall simplicity that may not justify the purchase. While some find it amusing in a cheesy way, others feel it falls short of being genuinely funny.
“If there is anything this game did right, it is proper humor for the casual audience it is intended for.”
“Charming yet utterly hilarious.”
“The zany cast of inventors are hilarious in their awkwardness with all things from nature to women.”
“A lighthearted kid-friendly adventure game that feels as though it is supposed to be funny, but due to poor comedic timing and a sub-par voice cast, ends up not being very funny at all.”
“Short, unfunny, and not very interesting... Puzzle Bots isn't really worth your money; I'd go spend that 5 bucks elsewhere.”
- graphics6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics are described as cute, featuring illustrations from notable artists, which may appeal to younger audiences. However, some reviewers find the overall visual quality to be simplistic and unattractive, particularly for players familiar with other titles from the same developer.
“I think this would be a decent introduction to point and click games for a child, but anyone older is going to quickly become irritated by the simplistic story and basic puzzles (also the kind of ugly graphics).”
“The graphics are cute and the illustrations are provided by some famous illustrators including contributions from Harvey James of Kotaku fame.”
“The graphics are quite basic and lack the detail that many players expect from modern games.”
- music6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with some standout tracks that complement the gameplay, though opinions on it may vary based on personal taste. The voice-overs are particularly praised, aligning with the high standards expected from Wadjet Eye Games. Additionally, the playful inclusion of house music during character animations adds a fun element to the experience.
“Some of the music tracks are really good, but where the game really excels is in its voice-overs; something you should by now really ought to expect from Wadjet Eye Games.”
“Music is a matter of taste and preferences, of course (I like it), but I'd say it's definitely fitting.”
“Music is a matter of taste and preferences, of course, but I'd say it's definitely fitting.”
“When a robot finds a bonus item, they all do a little dance to some house music.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay in this sequel closely mirrors that of its freeware predecessor, offering a similar experience in terms of mechanics and duration.
“It's worth pointing out that this is a sequel to a freeware game with identical gameplay and equivalent length.”
