The Last Elixir

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The Last Elixir is a single player action game. It was developed by Brian MacIntosh and was released on November 10, 2025. It received very positive reviews from players.

In "The Last Elixir," you inherit an alchemy shop and must master the art of potion-making by experimenting with precise combinations of plants and minerals. Craft elixirs for a variety of magical creatures, balancing complex ingredient ratios and multiple methods to achieve desired effects. Your skills will determine if you can surpass your mentor’s legacy in this mystical world.

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93%

Audience ScoreBased on 40 reviews

graphics6 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features engaging and fun potion-making mechanics that provide a tactile experience, making players feel like true alchemists.
The atmosphere and art style are charming, creating a cozy yet slightly eerie environment that enhances the overall experience.
It's a free game that offers a unique puzzle-solving experience with moments of satisfaction when players successfully decipher recipes.

Some puzzles can be confusing due to unclear instructions, leading to frustration for players trying to figure out the correct combinations.
The game is quite short, leaving players wanting more content and a more fleshed-out story.
Certain graphical elements can be difficult to read, which may hinder the potion-making process and overall gameplay experience.

story
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is simple yet intriguing, featuring a variety of characters with unique motivations that evolve through brief interactions. Players appreciate the cryptic nature of the narrative and the way it unfolds alongside gameplay, although many feel that the story could benefit from further development, particularly towards the end, which some found anticlimactic. Overall, the storytelling effectively immerses players in a small, engaging world, making it a noteworthy aspect of the game despite its brevity.
- “They all speak with different tones and motivations, and, although the interactions were brief, I did find myself curious to see what new denizens would arrive at my door with each knock and interested in how each recurring creature's story evolved.”
- “The potions develop the story here: as their needs change, so too do the potions you brew for them.”
- “Overall, there is enough information to immerse you in the small world and give more meaning to the story than simple elixir making, and for a free, short game, they did a lot with it.”
- “The story is as simple as can be.”
- “I would have liked to have seen some more story fleshed out!”
- “Towards the end, I think that the story progressed a bit too fast -- with more cryptic encounters or a note under the door, the storytelling could be more fleshed out (yet keeping the same cryptic style), since the ending felt a tad anticlimactic.”
gameplay
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by its quiet, psychological horror elements and innovative potion-brewing mechanics, which are both engaging and challenging, even leading to moments of frustration for players. While some minor quality-of-life improvements could enhance the experience, the core mechanics, including fluid dynamics and item interactions, are well-executed and contribute to a unique and immersive gameplay experience. Overall, the combination of clever mechanics and atmospheric visuals makes the game enjoyable and worth playing.
- “The horror was quiet and psychological, which I enjoyed. It doesn't rely on outright jump scares but creeps in slowly. The mechanics were genius, and I truly enjoyed this game, even in my frustrated moments where I was too dumb to understand the puzzles, haha.”
- “To do otherwise would, I think, distract from the unique potion-brewing gameplay that really makes this a game worth playing.”
- “It takes a backseat to the gameplay, with it really being a 'don't read, don't see it' affair, but that's as it should be.”
- “Despite its seemingly simple setup, the mechanics around the elixir-making (with only cryptic notes to guide you) were well done.”
- “Overall, I really enjoyed this game -- while there are some minor things here and there that could be improved, it doesn't really affect gameplay and is mostly just quality-of-life improvement ideas.”
graphics
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are praised for their retro-style polygonal aesthetic, which enhances immersion and evokes a nostalgic feel reminiscent of old-school games. The dark atmosphere and unique shading contribute to a cohesive and engaging visual experience, although some players noted readability issues with certain elements. Overall, the visuals are well-received, creating a fittingly immersive environment that complements the game's themes.
- “The art style and designs really help the immersion.”
- “The dark atmosphere and unique shading work really well with them to make a fittingly dark, slightly foreboding, yet oddly cozy aesthetic.”
- “Aside from the gameplay itself, the game has very pleasant visuals and atmosphere.”
- “The only time when the graphics weren't enjoyable was during a late-game encounter with one of the creatures.”
- “I get that the aesthetic is sort of an old-school game, but especially the different colored pips on the scale were tough to read.”
- “Cool game, but I couldn't play very long before I got a headache because of the graphics.”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its creativity and unique aesthetic, blending sweet and fun elements with a dark, slightly foreboding vibe that creates an uneasy yet cozy experience. Reviewers highlight the impressive visuals and the effective use of shading, contributing to an overall immersive and engaging environment.
- “The dark atmosphere and unique shading work really well with them to make a fittingly dark, slightly foreboding, yet oddly cozy aesthetic.”
- “Aside from the gameplay itself, the game has very pleasant visuals and atmosphere.”
- “Very sweet and fun, the atmosphere is great and the creativity as well.”
- “The atmosphere was properly uneasy.”
- “The game fails to create a truly immersive environment.”
- “I found the atmosphere to be bland and uninspired.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers moderate replayability, allowing players to experiment with different combinations to fulfill requests, as there are multiple ways to create elixirs. This encourages exploration and creativity in gameplay.
- “There is some replay value in the game, since you can experiment with various combinations to fulfill the requests, as it seems that there is more than one way to create the elixirs.”
- “There is some replay value in the game, since you can experiment with various combinations to fulfill the requests, as it seems that there is more than one way to create the elixirs.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users report that the long stirring bar can be somewhat buggy and finicky, with some experiencing issues related to its functionality. Additionally, the sound produced when picking it up has been noted as jarring for some players.
- “The long stirring bar can be a bit buggy and finicky, and the sound when picking it up was incompatible with my brain.”
- “The game frequently crashes, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
- “I experienced numerous glitches that disrupted my gameplay experience.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users express a desire for more background music in the game, indicating that the current audio experience feels lacking or incomplete.
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the monetization strategy of incorporating ads in the free game to be somewhat off-putting, perceiving it as a crass approach.
- “Advertising directly here, on a free game, feels a bit crass.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users note that the grinding process can be noisy, particularly when using the tool for stirring, as the sound persists even after removing the tool.