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The Line

40%Game Brain Score
story, graphics
gameplay, stability
54% User Score Based on 26 reviews

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"Please, before buying, keep in mind that this game is created by only one person." The line is a narrative game with integrated puzzles. In the near future, most of the land was flooded, due to the sudden rise of the seas, creating a social collapse. A few survivors decided to try and take control again, so they organized themselves into small teams, called lines. These …

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54%
Audience ScoreBased on 26 reviews
story6 positive mentions
gameplay1 negative mentions
  • The game features nice visuals and sound design, creating an immersive atmosphere.
  • The story is intriguing and keeps players engaged, with some unexpected twists.
  • The developer has shown promise in their first game, and many players are looking forward to future projects.
  • The game suffers from numerous bugs and technical issues, including crashes and poor graphic settings.
  • Many puzzles are poorly designed or confusing, leading to frustration and a lack of progression.
  • The gameplay can feel dull and unengaging, with some players finding it boring after a short time.
  • story
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game features a unique and intriguing story, though it is relatively short. Players appreciated the interesting narrative and the challenge of some puzzles, but many felt that the game could benefit from a clearer introduction to the protagonist's identity and mission to enhance immersion. Overall, while not flawless, the story received positive feedback for its engagement and mystery.

    • “The story was intriguing, and after the fourth chapter, I had a hunch of who was behind it.”
    • “A couple of the puzzles were head scratchers, which I liked, but most importantly, the story was interesting.”
    • “Unique story, albeit a short one.”
    • “Update the story some; I want to know who we are and why we are there. Like, why do we start where we do?”
    • “I know in the description it lists that, but it should also be integrated into the beginning of the game. For example, you could see yourself traveling to the start area, and cinematic text could be displayed to tell you who you are and what your mission is.”
    • “Yes, the game is not perfect, but I really liked the story.”
  • graphics
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the graphics are generally appreciated for their nice visuals, especially considering the low price point of $1.99. However, some users express dissatisfaction with the limited graphic settings and issues with brightness, which detracts from the experience, particularly in a walking simulator context.

    • “The graphics were nice.”
    • “Nice visuals and sounds.”
    • “It's $1.99, as much as you'd spend for a cheap cup of coffee, and the visuals are good.”
    • “The graphic settings should have more options; the brightness in my game is horrible.”
    • “I know it's kind of a walking simulator, but with bad graphics, I don't feel like walking in there.”
  • gameplay
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players express frustration with the gameplay, noting a lack of clear direction and progression, as exploration and reading in-game content did not lead to meaningful advancement.

    • “I couldn't find where the actual gameplay was... I explored for half an hour, read a bunch of letters, but couldn't find any way to make any progression.”
  • atmosphere
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere is enhanced by a fitting musical score that effectively conveys a sense of loneliness, immersing players in the game's emotional landscape.

    • “The music fit perfectly, completing the atmosphere of a lonely situation.”
  • music
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music is highly praised for its ability to enhance the atmosphere, effectively complementing the feelings of loneliness within the game.

    • “The music fits perfectly, completing the atmosphere of a lonely situation.”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game currently exhibits some bugs, indicating stability issues; however, there is optimism about its potential for improvement.

    • “It is a bit buggy at this point, but is promising.”
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