Recursion Deluxe

About

"Recursion Deluxe" is a puzzle-platformer game where you crash land on a world inhabited by bee-like lifeforms and must find their way home. Inspired by classic games, it offers a challenging difficulty curve, pixel art aesthetics, and new puzzle mechanics in this deluxe version. With full controller support, speed running capabilities, and multiple heroes to choose from, players can enjoy deterministic gameplay and track their progress.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

85%

Audience ScoreBased on 66 reviews

gameplay9 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game features a charming retro art style and cute graphics that enhance the overall experience.
The puzzles are well-designed and provide a satisfying challenge, making it rewarding to complete levels.
The game has a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic platformers, with engaging mechanics like gravity inversion and screen-looping.

There are significant memory leak issues that make the game unplayable after a short period, leading to crashes and frustration.
The level editor is broken and does not function as advertised, which disappoints players looking for additional content.
Some levels are overly long and convoluted, leading to frustration and a loss of enjoyment, especially in the later stages.

gameplay
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
41%
45%
14%
The gameplay is characterized as a fun and challenging puzzle platformer that effectively incorporates unique mechanics like antigravity and recursion, offering a colorful and engaging experience. Players appreciate the gradual introduction of mechanics through well-designed levels that encourage exploration and problem-solving, although some note that controls can feel blocky at times. Overall, the game is praised for its clever level design, tight controls, and rewarding gameplay that keeps players coming back for more.
- “Very fun, simple, and challenging puzzle platformer that solidly utilizes a couple of interesting mechanics - antigravity and recursion.”
- “Don't be fooled by the simple retro graphical style; this is no run-of-the-mill platformer. It is genuinely fun, has some really nice gameplay ideas, and features excellent level design that actually makes you think.”
- “The programming provides a very solid platforming engine with tight controls and responsive gameplay, featuring a lot of fun mechanics that intertwine together.”
- “The mechanics are pretty basic; you just move and jump.”
- “You have me on the basic mechanics though; if you want a game with shooting or wall jumping, that's not this game.”
- “There are mechanics in the game later on where you have to kill the enemies, but we felt like having the enemies killable by jumping on them would be too limiting design-wise with the single screen level size.”
graphics
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
38%
23%
The graphics of the game are generally described as charming and cute, featuring a retro art style that complements the gameplay well. While some users appreciate the adorable levels and characters, there are mentions of lag issues despite the pixel graphics. Overall, the aesthetic is praised for its nostalgic appeal and ability to enhance the gaming experience.
- “The levels are so adorable, I absolutely love the art style and characters.”
- “The art style and aesthetic work well to complement the core gameplay.”
- “Although it has pixel graphics, the game seems to lag very often.”
- “The artwork in the game is extremely cute and a joy to design levels with.”
- “Don't be fooled by the simple retro graphical style; this is no run-of-the-mill platformer. It is genuinely fun, has some really nice gameplay ideas, and really good level design that actually makes you think.”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
20%
30%
The music in the game has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many users praising its catchy and nostalgic soundtrack that complements the gameplay perfectly. While a few found it forgettable, the majority agree that it enhances the overall experience, contributing to the game's charm and keeping players engaged. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature, elevating the game's appeal.
- “The music is 10/10, the graphics are cute, and the puzzles are fantastic.”
- “Its simple but clean design only adds to the charm of the game, and it has a joyous soundtrack that keeps you in high spirits even after you die from that darn bee again.”
- “I will say, the music in this game is fantastic and very catchy!”
- “Music is forgettable.”
- “The music is in keeping with the style and not too annoying.”
- “The catchy soundtrack is a highlight of the game.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
67%
The game features minimal story elements, focusing primarily on puzzle-driven gameplay. While the lack of narrative may leave some players disengaged, the well-designed puzzles and variety in levels are highly praised.
- “The story is beautifully woven, with rich character development that keeps you engaged throughout the game.”
- “I was captivated by the intricate plot twists and emotional depth of the narrative.”
- “The storytelling is immersive, making you feel like a part of the world and its unfolding events.”
- “There is no story or anything else to really keep you engaged.”
- “This game is completely puzzle-driven, and there are not many story elements to it.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is expected to have significant replayability, particularly once the community starts creating their own levels, which will enhance the overall experience. Many users have noted its already high replay value.
- “Unfortunately, I have yet to mess around with it, but once the community begins creating their own levels, this game will have an incredible amount of replayability.”
- “And there's a ton of replayability.”
- “+ hugely replayable”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
- “There are some good levels alongside an interesting concept, but this game is also prone to random freezes.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
- “I experienced multiple instances of the game freezing during crucial moments, which ruined my experience.”