Redirection

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"Redirection is a single-player Science Fiction 3D puzzle game, where you, as the ship's computer, must rescue the robotic crew members scattered across an asteroid belt using challenging puzzles. The game features 45 hazard-filled levels, introducing new mechanics and revealing an intriguing space mystery story in a classic sci-fi style. With stellar visuals and a good story, immerse yourself in this captivating experience."

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Play Modes

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

96%

Audience ScoreBased on 125 reviews

gameplay10 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

Engaging and charming puzzle mechanics that provide a satisfying challenge as players guide robots to their goals using obstacles.
The game features a robust level editor and Steam Workshop support, allowing for endless custom content and community-created levels.
Visually appealing with a cute art style, the game offers a relaxing experience while still requiring strategic thinking.

The main campaign is relatively short, with some players feeling that the puzzles are too easy or lack depth.
The soundtrack and some visual elements can be repetitive, leading to a less immersive experience over time.
Certain mechanics, such as timing for obstacle placement, can be confusing and lead to trial-and-error frustration.

gameplay
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is centered around a simple yet effective mechanic of redirecting robots using obstacles, which is explored thoroughly across various levels with increasing difficulty. While the mechanics are not groundbreaking and can feel limited, they are well-executed, leading to enjoyable and thought-provoking puzzles. The game features clean graphics and a charming art style, enhancing the overall experience despite some players wishing for more complexity and additional mechanics.
- “The core mechanic of 'redirecting' robots to make them reach their goal is used extremely well, resulting in a number of head-scratching-inducing levels that feel genuinely rewarding when you finally work out the solution!”
- “A short, but solid puzzle game that understands that it's better to have a small number of simple mechanics that are explored thoroughly rather than just trying to use complexity as a substitute for difficulty.”
- “The game takes a simple mechanic, some go left, some go right, and perfectly takes that simplicity and makes interesting puzzles that are enjoyable to solve.”
- “The mechanics are very simple, and it doesn't seem like the game would introduce any new and more interesting mechanics anymore.”
- “Cons: puzzles very simple, and too few mechanics.”
- “The grid-based movement is retained and your gameplay still entirely consists of placing limited obstacles on the level to guide little characters to the exit, but now they can turn in different directions depending on their colour, you can set obstacles to spawn on a timer and now levels are 3 dimensional instead of just being on a flat grid.”
graphics
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
71%
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The graphics of the game are generally praised for their clean, simple design that effectively complements the gameplay, with many reviewers highlighting the beautiful visuals and attention to detail. The art style is described as engaging and polished, enhancing the overall experience with good optimization and appealing sound design. Overall, the graphics strike a balance between simplicity and aesthetic appeal, making them a standout feature of the game.
- “The beautiful graphics, the amazing levels, the story, the mechanics, and the attention to detail is extraordinary in this game.”
- “The graphics hit the sweet spot between simple and clear while being very pleasing to the eye; the music is nicely made and fits with the puzzle element of the game.”
- “Stunning graphics and cool effects.”
- “The graphics are what you would expect from such an arcade game and the game runs beautifully thanks to good optimization.”
- “Graphic style is clean and simple, music is soothing but can get slightly repetitive after a while.”
story
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
29%
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The story in the game is generally viewed as simple and somewhat disposable, serving primarily as a backdrop for the gameplay rather than a focal point. However, many players find it engaging and fun, with a quirky sci-fi theme that complements the puzzle mechanics. Overall, while the narrative may not be deep, it adds a charming layer to the experience, enhancing the enjoyment of the game.
- “The background graphics and sound effects are good and the cheesy plot surrounding the puzzles is engaging.”
- “The beautiful graphics, the amazing levels, the story, the mechanics, and the attention to detail is extraordinary in this game.”
- “I would recommend this game to anyone who wants a simple puzzle game with a quirky sci-fi story (though robot-only ships are totally the way to go; seriously, why send humans into deadly space when robots can do the job?).”
- “The story is disposable and unnecessary.”
- “I would recommend this game to anyone who wants a simple puzzle game with a quirky sci-fi story.”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate its quality and how well it complements the puzzle elements, others find it can become repetitive, especially when stuck on levels. Overall, the soundtrack is described as soothing and fitting, with the option for players to add their own music enhancing the experience.
- “The graphics hit the sweet spot between simple and clear while being very pleasing to the eye, the music is nicely made and fits with the puzzle element of the game.”
- “Music is brilliant also!”
- “I haven't played it much as of writing this review, but I can say already that it is a unique and fun puzzle game with a great visual style and musical appeal.”
- “Horrible soundtrack, constantly appearing visual novel-style text gives way too much interruption.”
- “Graphic style is clean and simple, music is soothing but can get slightly repetitive after a while.”
- “The only thing to note is that if you are stuck on a level, the music will get repetitive, but it is understandable for an indie game and the music is not bad at all.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is well-received, with players appreciating its funny elements and clever puzzles that require thoughtful engagement. The ability to create custom levels adds to the enjoyment, making it a source of endless fun. Overall, the game combines humor with satisfying gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.
- “Funny puzzle game with endless enjoyment as it has tools to create your own levels!”
- “Short but satisfying puzzler with a bit of humor.”
- “A really funny game, and you must think twice before you can complete the levels.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be present but not overly burdensome, as there are no time limits or tedious requirements that force repetitive play. While the game is well-crafted, the repetitive nature of replaying levels can still feel like a grind to some.
- “Don't get me wrong, it's a well-made little game with no technical faults or anything like that, but it just feels like grinding to me...”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its efficient optimization, resulting in quick loading times and smooth performance despite its modest graphics, typical of arcade titles. Its small storage size further enhances accessibility, allowing players to dive in without lengthy waits.
- “The game is quite small in storage size, so no hours of waiting are required as it loads its assets.”
- “The graphics are what you would expect from such an arcade game, and it runs beautifully thanks to good optimization.”
- “The game suffers from severe optimization issues, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering during gameplay.”
- “Despite its small storage size, the game struggles to run smoothly, making the experience frustrating.”
- “Optimization seems to have been an afterthought, as many areas are poorly rendered and cause significant lag.”