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Social and economic conflicts have rocked the world. There is just one metropolis that can boast stability, but even this city only has enough resources to maintain a precarious balance of power. The authorities decided to create an algorithm that could build a perfect city for all segments of the population. This project gave birth to Iris, an artificial intelligence designed for building a utopi…

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Play Modes

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

Reviews

88%

Audience ScoreBased on 96 reviews

story15 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

The game features a unique blend of city-building and puzzle mechanics, reminiscent of Tetris, which makes it engaging and fun.
Visually appealing with a stylish art deco aesthetic and a relaxing soundtrack, enhancing the overall gaming experience.
It's affordably priced, providing a few hours of enjoyable gameplay, making it a good value for casual gamers.

The game is quite short, with many players completing it in under three hours, leading to a lack of replayability.
Gameplay can feel repetitive and lacks depth, with limited mechanics and no significant consequences for failure.
The narrative is often criticized for being clichéd and poorly written, failing to engage players beyond the initial experience.

story
63 mentions
24 % positive mentions
71 % neutral mentions
5 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally described as short, taking around 2-3 hours to complete, and while it features some interesting themes and stylistic elements, it often lacks depth and engagement. Many reviewers note that the narrative feels linear and clichéd, with predictable character archetypes and a lack of meaningful player choice, leading to a sense of boredom after the story concludes. Despite its shortcomings, some players appreciate the unique setting and the potential for replayability through mechanics that unlock new content, though the story itself may not be compelling enough to warrant repeated play.
- “The story is short but is actually very well written.”
- “The art-deco futurism setting gives it a lot of character, and the story, though short, is a fun driver to keep you going run after run.”
- “The climax of the story even made my heart wrench; genuinely very impressive for such a short game!”
- “The story is quite short; hopefully, we will receive some additional lore in updates and/or expansions.”
- “The story doesn't really make sense (someone asks to meet you so you... build buildings in their general direction? Jeez, just send an email. And the city gets demolished and you have to rebuild it every time the AI fails? That makes sense from a gameplay perspective but not a plot perspective).”
- “The main story is linear, and while there are procedural events that have in-game effects, they don't change the main story at all.”
gameplay
37 mentions
27 % positive mentions
62 % neutral mentions
11 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally described as fun and addictive, featuring simple mechanics that are easy to master, reminiscent of Tetris, and offering a casual experience with some replayability. However, many reviewers note that the gameplay can become repetitive and lacks depth, with a disconnect between the engaging mechanics and the underwhelming narrative. While it provides a few hours of entertainment, players seeking more complex gameplay may find it lacking.
- “It's fun, has a little story to walk you through the mechanics, and some replayability to improve base stats and unlock new cards.”
- “I bought the game for the art style and stayed for the simple, but enjoyable, gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is unique and I rather enjoy figuring out how to balance everyone's needs.”
- “Though the gameplay here is quite neat, the creators do not intend for people to go in-depth with it.”
- “Much of the gameplay feels repetitive, from how you'll generally layout a city, to the many events you'll receive over a single run, which have minimal effect on gameplay.”
- “All that is to say, this game is really interesting when the story is progressing, but the relatively shallow mechanics are all that are left once the story is complete.”
graphics
18 mentions
61 % positive mentions
22 % neutral mentions
17 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are characterized by a stylish art deco retrofuturism aesthetic, reminiscent of the film "Metropolis," which many players find memorable and visually appealing. While the visuals are generally praised for their crispness and coherence, some users note that the gameplay can be hindered by visibility issues when zoomed out. Overall, the game's unique art style and charming graphics contribute significantly to its appeal, despite some criticisms regarding the integration of narrative and gameplay.
- “I deeply enjoy this game and its aesthetics.”
- “It has a very interesting art style: voxel-based art deco with heavy influences from futurism, featuring detailed portraits and events, along with funny cartoonish characters that fit surprisingly well.”
- “The art style is an art deco retrofuturism that's clearly inspired by the movie Metropolis - perhaps it won't be for everyone, but I'd say the aesthetic is crisp and coherent enough to be memorable.”
- “And the art deco design, downtempo grooves & voxel graphics?”
- “I will admit I became interested in this game based on the art style alone.”
music
11 mentions
55 % positive mentions
18 % neutral mentions
27 % negative mentions
The music in the game is characterized by pleasant, futuristic themes that create an engaging and relaxing atmosphere, often described as having a 'metropolis' style. While some users note a limited selection, the soundtrack is highly praised for its captivating quality, with many expressing a desire to listen to it for hours and recommending the purchase of the original soundtrack. Overall, the music significantly enhances the gaming experience, drawing players in and complementing the visuals beautifully.
- “There's a 'metropolis' style running throughout, and the music perfectly sets the tone for an engrossing yet relaxing experience.”
- “The aesthetics, the vibes, the soundtrack - it is all marvelous.”
- “I absolutely loved the soundtrack; usually, I play games with videos in the background, but here I paused everything because I didn't want anything to distract me.”
- “Music: typical puzzle-based themes.”
- “Limited music.”
- “The aesthetics, the vibes, the soundtrack are all marvelous.”
replayability
6 mentions
33 % positive mentions
17 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players appreciate the opportunity to improve stats and unlock new cards, many find it lacking due to its short length, linear progression, and a discouraging difficulty curve. Several reviews highlight that the game does not offer significant replay value, particularly for those seeking a rich narrative or traditional gameplay experiences.
- “It's fun, has a little story to walk you through the mechanics, and some replayability to improve base stats and unlock new cards.”
- “While this gives replayability, the player is set up to fail, which is discouraging.”
- “It's an interesting game with a lot of potential, but it is too short (I completed it in about two hours) and not replayable. At a certain level, it's technically impossible to get enough points to survive.”
- “This game doesn't provide much replay value, at least to me.”
- “Cons: little to no replayability, very linear progression, very clichéd and poorly written storyline, profoundly boring soundtrack.”
humor
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game's humor is highlighted by its unique voxel-based art style, which combines art-deco and futurism, complemented by cartoonish characters that enhance the comedic elements. Players particularly enjoy the storyline of Baroness Krause, noting it as a standout source of humor.
- “My favorite part is Baroness Krause's storyline - it's very funny.”
- “It has a very interesting art style: voxel-based art-deco with heavy influences from futurism, featuring funny cartoonish characters that fit surprisingly well.”
atmosphere
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is characterized by a fun blend of puzzle-solving, city-building, and strategic elements, complemented by a distinctive art style and a relaxing ambiance.
- “A very fun mix of a puzzle game, a city builder, and reigns with a great art style and chill atmosphere.”