Redirection
- April 1, 2014
- Daniel Ratcliffe
- 27h median play time
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Reviews
- Engaging and fun puzzle mechanics with a good difficulty progression that keeps players challenged without being overwhelming.
- Includes a level editor and Steam Workshop support, allowing for endless replayability and user-generated content.
- Charming graphics and a light-hearted storyline that adds to the overall enjoyment of the game.
- The soundtrack is considered horrible and can become repetitive over time.
- The main campaign is relatively short, with some players feeling it ends too quickly or lacks depth.
- Visual novel-style text interruptions can disrupt the flow of gameplay and may feel excessive.
- graphics16 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 13 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their clean, simple, and visually appealing design, which complements the gameplay effectively. Reviewers highlight the good optimization, stunning visuals, and engaging art style, noting that the graphics enhance the overall experience without overwhelming it. The combination of pleasing aesthetics and solid sound design contributes to a polished presentation that fits well within the puzzle genre.
“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.”
“An incredible puzzle game with gorgeous graphics and amazing workshop support; redirection is well worth the money.”
“The art style is fantastic, the robots are cute, and the amount of time put into everything, such as the animation of the robots, really shows.”
“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.”
- gameplay16 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by simple mechanics that are easy to grasp, allowing for a thoughtful exploration of puzzles without overwhelming complexity. While some players appreciate the solid design and challenge of the levels, others feel that the limited variety of mechanics may hinder the game's potential for deeper engagement. Overall, the game offers a fun and enjoyable experience, particularly for those who appreciate straightforward puzzle-solving.
“The puzzle mechanics are simple and fun.”
“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 gameplay follows only a few rules, but the puzzles are designed in such a way that you'll have to think outside of the box to solve some of them.”
“The mechanics are very simple, and it doesn't seem like the game would introduce any new and more interesting mechanics anymore.”
“Cons: puzzles are very simple, and there are too few mechanics.”
“The gameplay follows only a few rules (as of 1.4 hours in), but the puzzles are designed in such a way that you'll have to think outside of the box to solve some of them.”
- story12 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 8 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The story in the game is generally viewed as basic and somewhat disposable, serving primarily as a backdrop for the puzzles. However, many players find it engaging and fun, with a quirky sci-fi theme that enhances the overall experience. The combination of enjoyable gameplay and a lighthearted narrative makes it a recommendable choice for fans of puzzle games.
“The background graphics and sound effects are good and the cheesy plot surrounding the puzzles is engaging.”
“I had a lot of fun puzzling through the main story.”
“The story is disposable and unnecessary.”
“I'm excited for the end of the story!”
“I would recommend this game to anyone who wants a simple puzzle game with a quirky sci-fi story.”
- music8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 13 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, described as nicely made and fitting the puzzle elements, with some reviewers praising its brilliance and soothing quality. However, there are concerns about repetitiveness, especially when players get stuck on levels, which is a common issue in indie games. Overall, while the soundtrack enhances the experience, it may become monotonous during prolonged play.
“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.”
“Really cool puzzle game with nice graphics and music; the two I struggled on the most were trading places and suspension.”
“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.”
“The music is soothing but can get slightly repetitive after a while.”
“If you are stuck on a level, the music will get repetitive, but it is understandable for an indie game.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its humor, offering a funny and engaging puzzle experience that encourages creativity through level creation. Players find it short yet satisfying, with a blend of humor and challenging gameplay that requires thoughtful problem-solving.
“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.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
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.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be a significant drawback, feeling that it detracts from the overall experience despite the game's technical quality and craftsmanship.
“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...”
“The repetitive tasks make it feel more like a chore than an enjoyable experience.”
“I found myself doing the same thing over and over again, which really took away from the fun.”
