Sokoban: The RPG

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Sokoban: The RPG is a single player role playing game. It was developed by Mike Daas and was released on September 6, 2018. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Sokoban: The RPG is a challenging puzzle game with a female protagonist, featuring over 100 traditional sokoban style puzzles, intriguing logic riddles, a custom and immersive instrumental soundtrack and a dark and unsettling story of sacrifice and despair with multiple endings.

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Role Playing

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Single-Player

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71%

Audience ScoreBased on 14 reviews

story4 positive mentions

gameplay2 negative mentions

The puzzles are well-crafted and provide a satisfying challenge, with a smooth difficulty curve that escalates as the game progresses.
The game offers a unique blend of Sokoban mechanics with RPG elements, making it an interesting experience for puzzle enthusiasts.
The inclusion of riddles adds variety to the gameplay, providing a refreshing break from the main puzzle-solving mechanics.

The game can become repetitive, with many similar puzzles that may lead to frustration, especially in the later stages.
The RPG elements are minimal, which may disappoint players expecting a traditional RPG experience.
The difficulty can be excessively punishing, with limited options for undoing moves, making it challenging for players who prefer a more forgiving puzzle experience.

story
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in the game is described as a blend of intriguing elements and a structured progression, primarily serving as a backdrop for the puzzles rather than a traditional RPG narrative. While some players found the story lacking in depth and subtlety, it still provides a framework for exploration and different endings, enhancing the overall puzzle experience. The engaging learning curve and the option to skip sections when stuck contribute positively to the gameplay, making it appealing for fans of challenging puzzles.
- “Sokoban: the RPG has a precise structure: each world starts with a riddle, you then get to explore the story a bit deeper, and finally you get puzzles until the next world.”
- “This game has an excellent learning curve, and remains engaging throughout the whole journey - on top of that, a weird-in-a-cool-way storyline as a cherry on a muffin (or whatever the saying is).”
- “In short, this game is a must buy if you love difficult puzzles and can appreciate a good story while enjoying some fat beats.”
- “I have mixed feelings about the story, though.”
- “In a nutshell, this is Sokoban with a story - there's actually no real RPG content in the traditional sense, but I think there are some secrets to explore, which result in different endings.”
- “The story is not bad, but lacks subtlety, and I also wasn't a fan of the profanity, but since I'm a huge Sokoban aficionado, this didn't spoil my overall experience with the game.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is primarily focused on classic sokoban-style puzzles, featuring straightforward mechanics without any additional tricks. Occasionally, players will encounter riddles that introduce a refreshing change and add new layers of logical challenge.
- “Every now and then, you'll also encounter some riddles, which provide a valuable change of gameplay and introduce new logical depths.”
- “The puzzle side of this game is the purest form of Sokoban; there are absolutely no special mechanics to use or tricks to find.”
- “Every now and then, you'll also encounter some riddles, which provide a valuable change of gameplay and new logical depths.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted by the unexpected opening riddle, which likely caught many players off guard, creating a humorous contrast to their RPG expectations. Additionally, the connection to the developer's work on Portal 2 maps adds an amusing layer for players familiar with both games.
- “I can't help thinking about all those poor fellows who thought this game would really be an RPG; seeing their faces as the game directly opens with a riddle must've been so funny.”
- “Another funny thing is that the developer of Sokoban: The RPG also makes Portal 2 maps, and I was playing them when I received the game.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the emotional aspect of the game rewarding, as overcoming the challenging bonus puzzles instills a sense of achievement and empowerment, enhancing their overall gaming experience.
- “These 10 bonus puzzles are utter beasts in difficulty, but I managed to solve every one of them over the course of 3 weeks, and it made me feel like a boss.”
music
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The music in the game is highly praised for its captivating and luxurious quality, likened to an enchanting experience that combines elegance and comfort, creating an immersive atmosphere that enhances the overall gameplay.
- “The music seduces you like a gentleman who picks you up in a Porsche, takes you to a 5-star restaurant, and afterwards puts you in bed while reading a chapter of your favorite book.”