The Broken Ceiling

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"The Broken Ceiling" is a hand-drawn adventure game where you navigate caverns filled with cosmic entities, compelling you to unlock their prison. Drawn in by an inexplicable force, the protagonist's exploration after a tunnel collapse uncovers a world of ancient beings, leading to a complex narrative in an unsettling realm. Your actions will determine the fate of these entities, testing your resolve as you confront the unknown. Remember, your mind and reality itself are at stake.

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

100%

Audience ScoreBased on 31 reviews

graphics19 positive mentions

atmosphere1 negative mentions

The art style is exceptional and beautifully hand-drawn, creating a charming yet unsettling atmosphere that enhances the eldritch horror theme.
The gameplay encourages exploration and offers a rewarding experience with multiple endings, making it engaging and replayable.
The sound design effectively captures the ambiance of cosmic horror, contributing to an immersive experience that keeps players on their toes.

The lack of a save feature can be frustrating, as dying means starting over, which may detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.
Navigating the large map can be challenging, and players may find themselves getting lost or overwhelmed by the darkness mechanic.
While the puzzles are generally easy, the reliance on exploration can lead to moments of aimlessness, making the gameplay feel simplistic at times.

graphics
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
83%
8%
9%
The graphics of "Broken Ceiling" are widely praised for their unique and charming art style, which combines beautiful illustrations with a Lovecraftian aesthetic. Players appreciate the engaging visuals and the intricate designs of creatures, contributing to a relaxing yet unsettling atmosphere. Overall, the game's graphics are considered a standout feature, enhancing the overall experience and enjoyment.
- “I normally don't do reviews on games, but this game had amazing visuals and the art style is so unique that it made this game very fun to play and had me hooked.”
- “The visuals are honestly beautiful; the different creatures you can find within the caverns all have unique and interesting designs, each with an ancient cosmic feel.”
- “Overall, a relaxing game with great visuals.”
- “The map changes a bit between levels (if you want to call it that) and graphics get even more elaborate.”
- “The broken ceiling is a top-down exploration game with Lovecraftian narrative and visuals.”
gameplay
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
33%
20%
The gameplay of "Broken Ceiling" is characterized by its engaging exploration mechanics and charming art style, offering a rewarding experience despite its simplistic nature. Players appreciate the light mechanic, which adds a layer of challenge, though some suggest that a save feature could enhance accessibility without undermining the game's difficulty. Overall, the game is recommended for its solid mechanics and visual appeal, making it a worthwhile short experience.
- “This game is definitely worth playing with its low price, engaging visuals, and its challenging but very fitting mechanics that culminate into a great short experience.”
- “A simple save mechanic between two major areas of the game would be beneficial to players who died late into the game, but it may detract from the overall challenge the game presents.”
- “Light puzzling made unexpectedly challenging by the punishing nature of the central exploration mechanic.”
- “The gameplay loop rewards exploration, which is something that kept me engaged.”
story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The story is engaging and well-illustrated, providing a simple and easy-to-follow narrative that encourages exploration and learning. Players appreciate the challenge presented by the darkness, which enhances their sense of confidence as they progress. Overall, it offers a satisfying and enjoyable experience.
- “As I played, I noticed that I kept dying from the darkness and found myself learning and exploring new things, feeling more confident as I went through the story.”
- “Graphics are nicely illustrated and the wording of the story is simple and easy to follow.”
- “The story is interesting.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The music in the game is praised for its atmospheric quality, providing a non-repetitive and immersive experience that enhances the feeling of being in a different universe. Its creepy tones effectively set the mood, contributing to the overall ambiance of the game.
- “The background music is light and not too repetitive like some games, but it gives you the feeling of being in a different universe.”
- “The music is very creepy and sets the mood perfectly.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game offers significant replayability due to its multiple endings and a gameplay style that encourages exploration and decision-making without excessive guidance. Players are motivated to replay the game to experience different outcomes.
- “As an added bonus, they don't completely hold your hand during gameplay, and there are multiple endings, so there's replayability there too.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game features an adorable art style that contrasts sharply with a deeply unsettling atmosphere, creating a unique and intriguing experience for players.
- “The art style is adorable, but there's a deeply unsettling atmosphere lurking.”

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