Solo

54%
Game Brain Score Based on 42 reviews
  • gameplay
  • graphics
  • music
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Perhaps it’s not the most exciting or enjoyable of games, but I’m sure Solo will find a core audience which will appreciate it for what it does best.
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"Solo" is an introspective puzzler game exploring the theme of love through a personal and branching narrative. Players solve puzzles by combining blocks with various properties and contemplate a living world filled with charming, colorful islands and cute creatures. The game encourages players to reflect on love's place in their life amidst tranquil tunes and dream-like islands.

  • Nintendo Switch
  • PC
  • Play​station 4
  • Windows
  • Xbox One
  • Play​Station
  • Xbox
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Reviews

54%
Audience ScoreBased on 42 reviews
graphics4 positive mentions
stability1 negative mentions
  • The game features beautiful low-poly graphics and a charming aesthetic that enhances the overall experience.
  • It offers an introspective journey that encourages players to reflect on their views of love and relationships through engaging puzzles.
  • The soundtrack and atmosphere create a soothing environment, making it a pleasant experience for players seeking a relaxing game.
  • The game is plagued by a critical bug that causes inventory items to disappear upon loading saved games, rendering it unplayable for many users.
  • Gameplay mechanics can feel clunky and frustrating, particularly during puzzle-solving, which detracts from the overall enjoyment.
  • The writing and narrative can come off as pretentious or overly simplistic, failing to resonate with players who seek deeper emotional engagement.
  • gameplay14 mentions

    The gameplay of "Solo" is a mixed bag, with some players appreciating the challenging puzzle mechanics and aesthetic appeal, while others criticize it for being repetitive, lacking depth, and plagued by bugs that hinder the experience. While the core puzzle-solving elements can be engaging, many find the overall execution flawed, with some describing it as overly simplistic or even tedious. Overall, the game offers a compelling narrative but struggles to deliver a consistently enjoyable gameplay experience.

    • “The core gameplay loop of 'solo', which sees you progress through 3 archipelagos littered with box puzzles, is great and challenging fun, especially the latter puzzles that really require you to use your noggin.”
    • “All in all, I found the game to be a very compelling experience on a personal level, but it also offers a solid execution on the puzzle gameplay on the other side.”
    • “The premises of the game, the graphics, the story, and the gameplay will make you enjoy the game and deeply follow the story as it reaches your own love story as well.”
    • “Solo is a fairly pretentious third-person puzzle platformer that is visually quite lovely, but let down by fairly lackluster gameplay, tragically lame writing, and an absolutely brutal bug that will make you lose inventory items if you save the game and then come back to it later, forcing you to do the whole game in one bloody go.”
    • “Has a cute aesthetic, but the gameplay is severely lacking.”
    • “The art direction and music is kind of nice; however, the gameplay is too boring, the controls too rigid, and the content too agenda-pushing for me to want to continue playing.”
  • graphics11 mentions

    The graphics of the game are characterized by a low-poly aesthetic that some players appreciate for its colorful and unique design, which enhances the overall experience. While the visuals are not groundbreaking, they effectively support the game's narrative and create an engaging atmosphere. However, some critiques note that the simplicity may also mask a lack of polish in other areas of gameplay.

    • “The colorful, unique aesthetic and upbeat music of each island might help you overlook the aforementioned issue, and help you enjoy your very personal journey into the corners of your psyche.”
    • “Solo makes stunning use of its low-poly graphics through the vivid use of color that really causes the graphics to pop on the screen, making it a total treat for the eyes.”
    • “The great art style and the profound questions create a powerful and introspective journey that feels truly unique.”
    • “The low-poly and indie aesthetic only seems to exist to cover up the game's lack of polish.”
    • “Has a cute aesthetic, but the gameplay is severely lacking.”
    • “But that doesn't mean that graphics-wise it's lacking, since it has a simplistic design that works really well.”
  • music9 mentions

    The music in the game is generally described as pleasant and unobtrusive, contributing to a calming and zen-like experience. While some players appreciate the upbeat and colorful soundtrack that enhances the game's aesthetic, others find it somewhat forgettable and not particularly engaging. Overall, the music is seen as a positive aspect for those seeking a relaxing gameplay experience, despite some criticisms regarding the overall gameplay.

    • “The music in [i]solo[/i] was unobtrusive and pleasant, while I found the constant lapping of the shore against the land and the sound of seagulls calming and soothing, which adds to the whole zen-like experience the game tries to cultivate.”
    • “Fortunately, the colorful, unique aesthetic and upbeat music of each island might help you overlook the aforementioned issue and help you enjoy your very personal journey into the corners of your psyche.”
    • “I would recommend it for people who want a beautiful and relaxing game, with not much of a challenge, where you can take your time, enjoy the art and the music, and maybe think about your life.”
    • “I lost almost two hours of playtime on my first attempt to play the game because when I restarted the next night, I had lost the music notes, the parachute, the magic staff... almost everything.”
    • “The music in solo was unobtrusive and pleasant, while I found the constant lapping of the shore against the land and the sound of seagulls calming and soothing, which adds to the whole zen-like experience the game tries to cultivate.”
    • “Fortunately, the colorful, unique aesthetic and upbeat music of each island might help you overlook the aforementioned issue and help you enjoy your very personal journey into the corners of your psyche.”
  • story9 mentions

    The game features an engaging and emotionally resonant story centered around love, complemented by interesting puzzle mechanics that allow players to make meaningful choices. While some players noted flaws in the storytelling approach and occasional glitches in the puzzles, the overall narrative and visual style create a captivating experience that resonates with personal relationships. Even those less inclined towards puzzles can appreciate the story's depth and the sense of progression it offers.

    • “This game has a good engaging story, fun puzzles, nice color palette & style.”
    • “It's about love, where many choices are available along the story to reflect your own relationship with love.”
    • “Solo is a breathtaking story about love.”
    • “If you can look past the flawed way the game tries to tell its story and the often glitchy puzzle mechanics, when the game works, it really works and can come together beautifully.”
    • “You'll progress through the game by solving puzzles; at times they got a little too complex for my taste when I just wanted to go along with the story, but still, it's fine.”
    • “Even if you are not really a puzzle gamer, you will enjoy this game as it feels like you progress throughout the story, make your own decisions, and decide the answers based on your own experience.”
  • emotional2 mentions

    Reviews indicate a divide in the emotional impact of the game; while some appreciate its emotional depth, others criticize the writing as clichéd and lacking authenticity, suggesting it fails to evoke genuine feelings.

    • “The real USP here is the emotional layer of the game.”
  • stability1 mentions

    The game's stability has been criticized for being buggy, indicating frequent issues that disrupt gameplay.

    • “The game is incredibly buggy.”
    • “I encountered numerous stability issues that ruined my experience.”
    • “Frequent crashes and glitches make it hard to enjoy the game.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    The optimization of the game has received mixed feedback, with some users reporting performance issues and bugs that hinder gameplay. While certain aspects run smoothly, others exhibit noticeable lag and technical glitches, suggesting that further refinement is needed for a more seamless experience.

  • replayability1 mentions

    Users highlight that the game's replayability is high, with many noting that different choices and outcomes encourage multiple playthroughs. The variety of gameplay options and challenges keeps the experience fresh and engaging, making players eager to return. Overall, the replay value is considered a strong point of the game.

    • “Replay value”
  • character development1 mentions

    Reviewers highlight the game's charming character designs and engaging NPCs, contributing to a vibrant and immersive world that enhances the overall character development experience.

    • “The character designs are absolutely adorable, and the NPCs are incredibly engaging.”
    • “The depth of character development really makes you feel connected to the story and its inhabitants.”
    • “Each character evolves in a meaningful way, making their journeys feel personal and impactful.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is described as beautiful and immersive, evoking a strong desire in players to inhabit its world.

    • “The atmosphere is beautiful; it makes me want to live there.”
    • “The immersive environment truly captivates the senses.”
    • “Every detail contributes to a rich and enchanting atmosphere.”
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