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Recruit One

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72%Game Brain Score
atmosphere, gameplay
replayability
100% User Score Based on 23 reviews

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Recruit One is a single player casual puzzle game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by codapill and was released on October 20, 2020. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Mission Briefing: Ready to take to the stars, Recruit One? Tackle over 20 trials to prove you're worthy of joining us aboard Lightway Lines, a pioneering space tourism airline. Don't wait around – you're against the clock and a whole lot more in this sci-fi puzzler. Have you got what it takes?

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100%
Audience ScoreBased on 23 reviews
atmosphere3 positive mentions
replayability3 negative mentions
  • Recruit One is a well-polished and enjoyable puzzle game that offers a nostalgic vibe and intuitive mechanics.
  • The game is highly replayable, encouraging players to improve their times and achieve higher rankings.
  • It serves as a great teaser for the upcoming game 'Lightway Lines', leaving players eager for more content.
  • The game is relatively short, which may leave some players wanting more content.
  • Some mechanics, like enemy line of sight, can feel inconsistent and may confuse players.
  • The game lacks customizable controls, as it only supports arrow keys and controller input, which may not suit all players.
  • atmosphere
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is widely praised, with users highlighting its calming and engaging qualities. Reviewers appreciate the blend of enjoyable puzzles and a captivating environment, expressing anticipation for more content in the full release. Overall, the game's atmosphere contributes significantly to its entertainment value.

    • “Looking forward to the full game with hopefully more story and more of this great atmosphere.”
    • “Recruit One is an atmospheric puzzle game that offers a moderate challenge and excellent entertainment.”
    • “Simple 10-minute puzzle game with familiar mechanics and a surprisingly calming atmosphere.”
  • gameplay
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by quick, efficient mechanics that blend nostalgia with a user-friendly interface. Players appreciate the clever design, which includes stealth elements and simple puzzles, creating a calming and engaging experience. Overall, the mechanics are familiar yet refreshing, making for an enjoyable gameplay experience.

    • “Quick, smart, and efficient recruitment brings good old reliable mechanics, a great UI, and a dash of nostalgic vibe.”
    • “I could stand next to them and they wouldn't 'see' me unless they turned around, but the game mechanic itself is cool.”
    • “A simple 10-minute puzzle game with familiar mechanics and a surprisingly calming atmosphere.”
  • replayability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the game highly replayable due to the challenge of discovering time-saving techniques and optimizing strategies, encouraging multiple playthroughs to master every aspect.

    • “The variety of choices and paths you can take ensures that no two playthroughs feel the same.”
    • “With multiple endings and hidden secrets, I find myself coming back to discover something new each time.”
    • “Trying to find every little second you can save and exploit every little corner-cutting technique you can makes this much more replayable than you may think!”
    • “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back. The story doesn't change, and the side quests feel repetitive.”
    • “After finishing the main storyline, I found myself with no desire to replay it. The lack of meaningful choices really diminishes replayability.”
  • story
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users express anticipation for the full game, hoping for an expanded story and a continuation of the captivating atmosphere established in the current content.

    • “Looking forward to the full game with hopefully more story and more of this great atmosphere.”
  • graphics
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics are noted to be more enjoyable and modern compared to those in Warlock Tower, which features a more retro aesthetic. Overall, the visuals enhance the gaming experience significantly.

    • “Reminded me of Warlock Tower, but this was more enjoyable to play with better graphics.”
  • music
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is highly praised, with users describing it as awesome and a standout feature.

    • “The music in this game is awesome as well.”
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Recruit One is a casual puzzle game with science fiction theme.

Recruit One is available on PC, Windows and Xbox.

Recruit One was released on October 20, 2020.

Recruit One was developed by codapill.

Recruit One has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its atmosphere but disliked it for its replayability.

Recruit One is a single player game.

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