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Tobla - Divine Path is a single player casual platformer game. It was developed by Nementic Games and was released on March 29, 2024. It received very positive reviews from players.

In "Tobla - Divine Path" , become a divine puzzle tester as a mortal chosen by Tobla, the sassy puzzle deity. Solve physics-based puzzles in a 3D world, from floating islands to a hellish abyss, using the Swap Beam to manipulate objects. Though the story is inspired by popular culture, complete your task within an afternoon for a fun, focused experience.

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Audience ScoreBased on 174 reviews

gameplay38 positive mentions

The game features a unique swapping mechanic that leads to interesting and clever puzzles, providing a satisfying challenge.
The art style and graphics are vibrant and engaging, creating a pleasant atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.
The voice acting, particularly of the narrator, adds humor and personality to the game, making it enjoyable to play through.

The game is very short, with many players completing it in under two hours, leaving a desire for more content and complexity.
Puzzles tend to be on the easier side, which may not provide enough challenge for experienced puzzle gamers.
The reliance on a single mechanic throughout the game can lead to a lack of variety and depth in puzzle design.

gameplay
98 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is centered around a simple yet engaging mechanic of swapping objects, which is executed well and offers a variety of puzzles that gradually increase in complexity. While the game is praised for its charming atmosphere and clever level design, many reviewers express disappointment over its short length and the limited exploration of its core mechanics, suggesting that additional mechanics could have enhanced the experience significantly. Overall, it provides a fun and polished puzzle experience, reminiscent of titles like Portal and The Talos Principle, but leaves players wanting more depth and variety.
- “Every puzzle introduced new aspects and challenges, and by the end I felt that the game had thoroughly explored all the interesting bits with the core mechanics.”
- “The core mechanic of swapping object locations is used in increasingly clever ways throughout the game, ensuring that each level feels fresh and engaging.”
- “The puzzles and mechanics are fun from the first minute and always maintain a great balance between challenge and well-deserved reward.”
- “The game is terribly short (under two hours) and has only one main mechanic, swapping two objects with each other.”
- “Unfortunately, the game only explores its swap mechanic at a surface level.”
- “Less money should have been spent on voice acting and environment design and more should have been spent on exploring the puzzle mechanics properly.”
graphics
48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their vibrant, stylized art style that combines clean and painterly elements, creating a visually appealing atmosphere reminiscent of titles like "Portal" and "The Witness." Players appreciate the unique aesthetic, which enhances the puzzle-solving experience, and commend the effective use of graphic effects that align with gameplay mechanics. Overall, the visuals contribute significantly to the game's charm and immersive quality, making it a delightful backdrop for engaging puzzles.
- “I really like the art style of the game; it's the perfect combination of clean and painterly.”
- “The graphic effects reflect the functionality of the different puzzle elements very well.”
- “The graphics and game sounds create a very pleasant atmosphere that makes you want to play more.”
- “While being rather short, it was definitely crafted with a lot of care and I especially love the vibrancy of the art style.”
- “It feels a lot like the 'Portal' series mixed with the visuals of 'The Witness'.”
- “The story and gameplay are more Portal, while the visuals are more The Witness.”
story
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is generally viewed as basic and unremarkable, serving primarily as a backdrop for the puzzles rather than a compelling narrative. While some players appreciate the simplicity and the sarcastic tone of the god character, others feel that the story lacks depth and originality, drawing comparisons to other games like Portal. Overall, the narrative is seen as functional but not a standout feature, with many players expressing a desire for additional content and more engaging puzzles.
- “I'm really interested in how the story will turn out and will give an update when I (hopefully) reach the end!”
- “The swapping mechanic is great and leaves a surprising amount of creativity within the linear storyline.”
- “The story is simple but does the job of giving you something to work towards, namely showing that Tobla who's boss.”
- “The story is very basic as well, with a sarcastic god shadowing your every move.”
- “The story was nothing special in my opinion and the influence of Portal is obvious, but the voice acting was pretty good.”
- “The story is simple but does the job of giving you something to work towards, namely showing that biatch Tobla who's boss.”
atmosphere
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is characterized by its unique graphical style and vibrant visuals, drawing comparisons to titles like Portal and The Talos Principle, while also evoking the aesthetic of The Witness. Players appreciate the immersive world created by the mythological theme, beautiful level design, and engaging soundscapes, which collectively enhance the overall experience and encourage continued play. The charming atmosphere, complemented by witty AI and well-crafted challenges, makes it a standout title in its genre.
- “The game's mythological theme, coupled with vibrant visuals reminiscent of The Witness, creates a unique and immersive world.”
- “The graphics and game sounds create a very pleasant atmosphere that makes you want to play more.”
- “A divine guide to puzzle solving has really nice and atmospheric level design, which fits well with the charming puzzle mechanic!”
- “It definitely has big Portal and Talos Principle vibes, but the overall atmosphere and the graphical style of the game have their own uniqueness.”
- “[b]narrative and atmosphere:[/b] the game's mythological theme, coupled with vibrant visuals reminiscent of The Witness, creates a unique and immersive world.”
- “[b]final thoughts:[/b] 'A Divine Guide to Puzzle Solving' may not reinvent the wheel in terms of puzzle mechanics, but its polished execution, charming atmosphere, and well-crafted challenges make it a standout title in its genre.”
music
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised for its quality, particularly in the first biome, contributing to a relaxing atmosphere that enhances the overall experience. Reviewers appreciate the combination of great voice acting and an engaging soundtrack that complements the puzzle-solving elements, making it a worthwhile investment.
- “A great game with a good mix of puzzles, great narration voice acting, and great music!”
- “The game also has very nice voice acting and relaxing and calm music.”
- “The music provides great atmosphere and the witty AI made my day!”
humor
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is well-received, with players enjoying the witty dialogue and the amusing commentary from the character Tobla, which enhances the overall experience. The balance between engaging puzzles and comedic elements keeps players entertained and invested throughout their gameplay. Overall, the humor adds a delightful layer to the game's charm, making it a fun choice for those looking for both challenge and laughs.
- “The difficulty progression feels well managed so far, and the game gives a good mix between puzzles and funny dialogue.”
- “If you find yourself with an afternoon to spare and craving some swap and physics puzzles served with stunning visuals, along with the company of a humorous deity who comments on your puzzle-solving progress and cracks some jokes, then this game is your invitation to an afternoon well spent!”
- “It has a decent number of smart and interesting puzzles, strikes the perfect balance between difficulty and fun, the antagonist is perfect and hilarious to listen to, the platforming works great, all in all I was thoroughly engaged from start to finish.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers solid replayability despite its short length, primarily due to its achievement system and the option to revisit completed stages, encouraging players to engage with the content multiple times.
- “Despite its relatively short duration, the game's replayability is bolstered by its achievement system and the ability to revisit completed stages.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its exceptional stability, running smoothly and free of bugs, even with the inclusion of physics-based puzzles that typically present issues in other titles.
- “The game ran very smoothly and was bug-free, despite the inclusion of some physics-based puzzles that normally feel janky.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the emotional experience of the game to be a mix of frustration and satisfaction; while the time-based puzzles can be challenging, successfully solving the logic-based puzzles instills a sense of intelligence and accomplishment.