The Directed
- March 7, 2018
- Magnolia Art
Get on SteamGo around dangerous traps, solve riddles. There is only one way. NOBODY CAN FIND IT! You wanna try? Okay.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features excellent and challenging puzzles that stimulate creativity and resourcefulness.
- The level design is innovative, incorporating various mechanics like teleporters and buttons, making gameplay engaging.
- It's a free game that offers a lot of content, including mini-games and a satisfying sense of accomplishment when solving difficult levels.
- The humanoid character's walking animation can feel slow and detracts from the overall experience.
- The difficulty curve can be frustrating, with sudden spikes in challenge that may lead to player frustration.
- Some players have reported issues with the game's UI and fullscreen mode, making it difficult to switch back to Windows.
- graphics3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally considered nice and satisfactory, complementing the game's calming and otherworldly music. Overall, players feel that the visual quality is a good value for the game's affordable price.
“I find the price to be extremely affordable for what the game offers: nice graphics and music, a variety of puzzles to solve, achievements, and leaderboards.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The gameplay primarily involves guiding a character to the exit by strategically placing directional arrows on the floor, offering a straightforward and focused experience.
“Basically, the gameplay consists of guiding the character to the exit by placing directional arrows on the floor.”
“It's just gameplay.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for its calming and otherworldly qualities, enhancing the overall experience alongside the decent graphics and engaging puzzles. Players find the combination of these elements to be a great value for the price.
“The music is calming and otherworldly.”
“The game offers nice graphics and music, along with a variety of puzzles to solve, achievements, and leaderboards.”
- story2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate that the story is either unclear or lacking depth, with some users questioning its coherence and overall impact. Many feel that the narrative does not engage players effectively, leading to a less immersive experience.
- grinding1 mentions
- 200 % positive mentions
- -400 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or multiple attempts to progress effectively.
“Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
“The grind is satisfying and offers a real sense of progression.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
“I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I was getting nowhere.”
