Sally's Law

Sally’s Law is held back by a lack of challenging puzzle gameplay and replay value. However, if you can get past its flaws, you’ll find an undeniably cute and positive story that will warm your heart.

80%Game Brain Score

story, gameplay

stability, optimization

83% User Score Based on 269 reviews

Critic Score 65%Based on 1 reviews

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Sally's Law is a single player and multiplayer casual platformer game. It was developed by Nanali Studios and was released on August 24, 2016. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

In Sally's Law, a serene platformer with puzzle elements, players experience the journey of Sally, a young woman defying odds to reach her ill father, encountering good fortune at every turn. Narrative flashbacks reveal Father's story as players replay levels as Sally's Father's guiding spirit. Through seamless roll-based controls, players uncover the heartwarming bond between father and daughter while solving physics-based puzzles.

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Audience ScoreBased on 269 reviews

story57 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game features a beautiful story that explores the relationship between a father and daughter, making it emotionally engaging.
The graphics and music are well-designed, creating a soothing atmosphere that enhances the gameplay experience.
The gameplay mechanics are simple yet effective, allowing for a relaxing and enjoyable experience.

The game suffers from repetitive gameplay and dialogue, which can lead to boredom over time.
There are significant issues with save files and achievements, causing frustration for players who lose progress.
The game requests intrusive permissions, such as access to make phone calls, which raises privacy concerns.

story
105 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
54%
39%
7%
The game's story is a central element, often described as touching and heartwarming, focusing on the relationship between a father and daughter. While many players appreciate the emotional depth and beautiful visuals, some criticize the narrative for becoming repetitive and lacking in engagement towards the end. Overall, the story is seen as a significant aspect of the game, with mixed reviews on its execution and impact.
- “This game beautifully combines story with game mechanics.”
- “A heartwarming and touching story told through simple controls, amazing visuals, and perfect music.”
- “The story is the main focus of the game and is a beautiful tale of two people who are trying to understand each other and a father's unconditional love for his daughter.”
- “Most of it is reading the story; the 'puzzle' aspect is very soft, they're all pretty trivial.”
- “However, the story gets a bit boring, especially in the last chapters when the dialogues repeat.”
- “Good game, but boring repetitive story.”
gameplay
56 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
46%
41%
13%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its unique mechanics and beautiful graphics, while others criticize it for being repetitive and lacking challenge. Many highlight the effective combination of story and gameplay, though some find certain mechanics frustrating or slow. Overall, the game offers a casual experience with varying levels of complexity, appealing to those who enjoy narrative-driven gameplay.
- “This game beautifully combines story with game mechanics.”
- “The art and music are gorgeous, and the gameplay is totally unique and engaging.”
- “Great gameplay, and great story!”
- “That's not even mentioning the repetitive and boring gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is boring and slow.”
- “The gameplay and story get very repetitive very quickly.”
music
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
64%
24%
12%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many praising its soothing and beautiful qualities that enhance the overall experience. However, some players find it repetitive and note technical issues that disrupt the gameplay. Overall, while the soundtrack is often highlighted as a strong point, it can also be a source of frustration for some users.
- “Music is great, I love the art direction, and it looks like the devs actually put effort into it, which is rare lately.”
- “The art and music are gorgeous, and the gameplay is totally unique and engaging.”
- “A heartwarming and touching story told through simple controls, amazing visuals, and perfect music.”
- “I just wish the dang music wasn't so darn repetitive!”
- “Music stopped, controls weren't responsive.”
- “Shame, I was looking forward to this after purchase, and all I get is a black screen with the piano music playing and a couple of blocks of color. Tried reinstalling and the same thing happens.”
emotional
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by a mix of heartfelt narratives and personal connections, particularly focusing on relationships, such as that between a father and daughter. While some players found the story to be genuinely touching and impactful, others felt it fell short of its emotional ambitions. Overall, the game is praised for its ability to evoke strong feelings through its narrative, music, and visuals, creating a meaningful experience for many players.
- “I love it, so emotional, narrates the story of a relationship between a father and daughter.”
- “Absolutely amazing and touching story.”
- “A heartwarming and touching story told through simple controls, amazing visuals and perfect music.”
graphics
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
62%
24%
14%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beauty and effectiveness, with many reviewers highlighting the stunning art style and fluid visuals that complement the narrative and music. While some mention a minimalistic approach, it is generally seen as fitting and enhancing the overall experience. Overall, the graphics contribute significantly to the game's emotional depth and engaging atmosphere.
- “Beautiful graphics, challenging game mechanics.”
- “Fantastic graphic design and music.”
- “Beautiful graphics and narrative.”
- “The graphics are minimalistic, but it fits.”
- “The graphics and music are good, but the game lacks interactivity.”
- “The game is based on my minimal graphics.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game experiences significant stability issues, particularly freezing at the end of every level when playing as the father character, which detracts from the overall gameplay experience.
- “The game freezes at the end of every level when playing as the father.”
- “I experienced frequent crashes that made it impossible to progress.”
- “The stability issues are so severe that I can't enjoy the game at all.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users appreciate the humor in the game, noting that it is funny and complements the music and storyline effectively.
- “It's funny! I really love the music and the story.”
- “The humor in this game is top-notch, making every moment enjoyable.”
- “I couldn't stop laughing at the witty dialogue and hilarious situations!”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the game has received negative feedback, with users reporting significant stuttering and performance issues on various devices, including the Mi 9T and S21, rendering the gameplay unplayable for some.
- “The game in concept is really good and the gameplay is clever; however, on my Mi 9T, I experience horrible stuttering and slowdowns, making it unplayable for me.”
- “There are significant performance issues on the S21, with a lot of stuttering.”