Timeworks

98%
Game Brain Score Based on 52 reviews
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  • music
  • graphics
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Timeworks is a single-player 3D puzzle platformer with an awesome soundtrack, featuring time-traveling chaos and unique puzzles. As a new hire at Timeworks, you'll work with past versions of yourself to fill quotas and solve problems across 3 distinct environments. With 45+ puzzles, comedic characters, and a dynamic jazz soundtrack, casual gameplay takes 10 hours and offers many more for optimization and experimentation.

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  • Windows
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98%
Audience ScoreBased on 52 reviews
gameplay8 positive mentions
story2 negative mentions
  • The game features unique time travel mechanics and clever puzzles that provide a satisfying challenge.
  • The art style is charming, and the characters are cute, enhancing the overall enjoyable experience.
  • The soundtrack is catchy and complements the gameplay, making it a fun and immersive puzzle game.
  • Some puzzles can be tedious and require players to redo multiple steps after a small mistake, which can be frustrating.
  • The requirement to play each character in sequence can make certain puzzles feel overly complicated and less enjoyable.
  • Minor bugs have been reported, which can detract from the overall experience.
  • gameplay19 mentions

    The gameplay is highly praised for its unique and innovative mechanics, particularly the time travel elements that add depth and challenge to the puzzles. Players appreciate the clever design, frequent introduction of new mechanics, and the overall fun and satisfying experience, often drawing comparisons to other beloved puzzle games like Portal. The combination of engaging puzzles, charming art style, and helpful hints contributes to a genuinely enjoyable gaming experience.

    • “It requires a unique approach to gameplay that makes for a fun, unique experience.”
    • “This game stands out as a genuinely enjoyable puzzle game, with some very thought-provoking time-travel mechanics.”
    • “I have never played a game like this; for the main mechanics alone, it was worth the price of admission.”
    • “Zero grind, new mechanics are introduced so often it feels like a joy to find another interesting way to play.”
    • “If you are somebody who likes difficult puzzle games with new mechanics, you should consider playing Timeworks.”
    • “This game pleasantly surprised me with the depth of its mechanics and level design, while having a very cute charm to it!”
  • music17 mentions

    The music in the game has received widespread acclaim for its catchy, funky, and dynamic qualities, enhancing the overall gameplay experience. Players appreciate the effort put into the soundtrack, with many noting its ability to energize and motivate during puzzle-solving. The combination of cute characters and a spectacular soundtrack makes for a fun and engaging atmosphere.

    • “If you like testing your brain with puzzles and a great soundtrack, then this is the game for you.”
    • “The catchy soundtrack is also a huge plus!”
    • “I love the energy in this game; the dynamic music makes me really hustle in some of these levels.”
  • graphics8 mentions

    The graphics of the game are praised for their charming art style and unique character designs, contributing to an enjoyable visual experience. Reviewers appreciate the combination of appealing visuals, engaging sound effects, and the overall aesthetic that enhances the time-traveling gameplay and puzzle-solving elements. Overall, the graphics are considered a strong point, adding to the game's fun and whimsical atmosphere.

    • “Graphics are good for the first game out of Starworks Studios!”
    • “Super charming art style, fun puzzles, and a unique idea!”
    • “The time-traveling and clone concept is unique, and the characters and art style are funny and put a smile on my face.”
  • story5 mentions

    The game features a pleasant and engaging story that appeals to puzzle enthusiasts, providing a satisfying narrative experience for those who enjoy it. However, some players noted that the game can be enjoyed without focusing on the story, indicating that it caters to a variety of preferences.

    • “There's a nice little story that you can follow, and overall it's a great game for any puzzle enthusiast.”
    • “☐ no story”
    • “I'm not a story guy, and I was content.”
  • humor5 mentions

    The humor in the game is highlighted by its funny tutorial, quirky characters, and amusing art style, which collectively contribute to a lighthearted experience. Players appreciate the clever use of humor in gameplay elements, such as motivational posters, and find the overall tone to be both entertaining and engaging. The combination of catchy music and unique concepts, like time-traveling and cloning, further enhances the game's comedic appeal.

    • “The time-traveling and clone concept is unique, and the characters and art style are funny and put a smile on my face.”
    • “There were some nice little touches in the form of 'motivational posters/demotivational posters' that made me laugh.”
    • “Interesting gameplay, funny characters, and amazing art.”
  • replayability2 mentions

    Reviewers highlight the game's strong replayability, noting the appeal of engaging characters and sound design. Players particularly enjoy the opportunity to enhance their experience through speedrunning after mastering the game.

    • “Great characters, sound design, and replayability.”
    • “I love the replay value, especially when trying to speedrun once you have figured it out.”
    • “The game lacks significant replayability; once you've completed it, there's little incentive to go back.”
    • “After finishing the main storyline, I found no compelling reasons to replay the game.”
    • “The limited choices and outcomes make replaying feel more like a chore than an enjoyable experience.”
  • grinding2 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game frustrating due to the sequential character play requirement, which leads to tedious and often obtuse puzzles. The lack of an undo function exacerbates this issue, as minor mistakes can force players to redo extensive portions of their work, making the experience feel overly punishing and time-consuming.

    • “The requirement to play each character in sequence makes some of the puzzles very obtuse and then difficult to execute once you do know what to do. These particular puzzles need tweaking because they're very tedious and not fun to do. There is nothing more frustrating in this game than making one small timing error and having to undo all of your work. This game has a reset but not an undo function; you cannot go slightly back in time to undo a slight mistake. Playing each character in sequence means if you have to fix the first one, you have to do the second and so on all over again, even if they would have lined up correctly.”
    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    Reviewers praise the game's atmosphere and world-building, highlighting it as a significant strength that enhances the overall experience, alongside the rewarding challenge of the puzzles.

    • “The puzzles are challenging but very rewarding, and the atmosphere and world-building are great!”
  • stability1 mentions

    Overall, users report that the game demonstrates excellent stability, with one player noting it runs smoothly on the Steam Deck without any need for adjustments.

    • “This game runs great on my Steam Deck, no tinkering required.”
    • “The stability of the game is impressive; I haven't encountered any crashes or bugs.”
    • “I appreciate how smooth the gameplay is; it feels very stable even during intense moments.”
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