Tobla - Divine Path

94%
Game Brain Score Based on 94 reviews
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  • story
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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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  • Windows
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94%
Audience ScoreBased on 94 reviews
gameplay21 positive mentions
replayability2 negative mentions
  • The game features a unique and satisfying object-swapping mechanic that leads to clever and engaging puzzles.
  • The visuals are vibrant and charming, creating an enjoyable atmosphere that complements the gameplay.
  • The voice acting and humor of the narrator add a delightful touch, enhancing the overall experience.
  • The game is quite short, with many players completing it in under three hours, leaving them wanting more content.
  • Some puzzles may feel too easy for experienced players, lacking the depth and challenge found in other puzzle games.
  • The reliance on a single mechanic throughout the game can lead to a sense of repetitiveness and missed potential for more complex gameplay.
  • gameplay54 mentions

    The gameplay is centered around a simple yet engaging mechanic of swapping objects, which is utilized in various clever ways throughout the game. While the puzzles start off easy and gradually increase in complexity, many players feel the game is too short and lacks depth, with potential for more intricate mechanics and challenges left unexplored. Overall, the execution of the core mechanic is praised, but the limited scope and brevity of the experience leave some players wanting more.

    • “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.”
    • “A great puzzle game with a neat mechanic.”
    • “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.”
  • graphics27 mentions

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their vibrant and stylized art style, which combines clean and painterly aesthetics, creating a pleasant and immersive atmosphere. Reviewers appreciate the thoughtful design that reflects the puzzle mechanics, alongside solid voice acting that enhances the overall experience. The visuals evoke comparisons to titles like "Portal" and "The Witness," while maintaining a unique identity that contributes to the game's charm.

    • “I really like the art style of the game; it's the perfect combination of clean and painterly.”
    • “The graphics and game sounds create a very pleasant atmosphere that makes you want to play more.”
    • “The art style is vibrant, pleasant, and relaxing - just the perfect backdrop while you're racking your brains on how to get past the next level.”
    • “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'.”
  • story11 mentions

    The story is generally viewed as basic and unremarkable, serving primarily as a backdrop for the puzzles rather than a focal point. While some players appreciate the charismatic main character and the engaging world, others feel that the narrative lacks depth and originality, often drawing comparisons to other games like Portal. Overall, the story provides a simple motivation for gameplay but is not a standout feature of the experience.

    • “I'm really interested in how the story will turn out and will give an update when I (hopefully) reach the end!”
    • “A quite nice little experience that will give you around an hour and a half of polished gameplay/puzzle design + an interesting story with a charismatic main character that gives some good 'Portal' vibes, the visuals and audio of the game are pretty pleasing too and well thought.”
    • “The swapping mechanic is great and leaves a surprising amount of creativity within the linear storyline.”
    • “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.”
  • atmosphere8 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is characterized by its unique graphical style and vibrant visuals, drawing comparisons to titles like "Portal" and "The Talos Principle." Its mythological theme, combined with beautiful level design and engaging music, creates an immersive experience that enhances the puzzle-solving gameplay. Overall, players appreciate the charming and polished atmosphere that invites prolonged engagement.

    • “It definitely has big Portal and Talos Principle vibes, but the overall atmosphere and the graphical style of the game have their own uniqueness.”
    • “The graphics and game sounds create a very pleasant atmosphere that makes you want to play more.”
    • “The overall atmosphere and the graphical style of the game have their own uniqueness.”
    • “The game's mythological theme, coupled with vibrant visuals reminiscent of The Witness, creates a unique and immersive world.”
    • “Its polished execution, charming atmosphere, and well-crafted challenges make it a standout title in its genre.”
  • music6 mentions

    The music in the game is highly praised for its quality and ability to enhance the atmosphere, particularly in the first biome. Reviewers appreciate the relaxing and calm soundtrack, which complements the engaging puzzles and excellent voice acting, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience.

    • “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, calm music.”
    • “The music provides great atmosphere and the witty AI made my day!”
  • humor4 mentions

    The humor in the game is well-received, with players enjoying the witty dialogue and amusing character interactions, particularly from the antagonist and the deity who provides commentary. The blend of engaging puzzles and lighthearted humor creates a fun and immersive experience, making it a delightful choice for players looking for both challenge and entertainment.

    • “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 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!”
  • replayability3 mentions

    The game offers solid replayability through its achievement system and the option to revisit completed stages, despite its short duration. Players also find potential for additional replay value in speedrunning after completing the game.

    • “Despite its relatively short duration, the game's replayability is bolstered by its achievement system and the ability to revisit completed stages.”
    • “I can see some replay value in it in case you want to speedrun the game once you beat it for the first time.”
  • stability1 mentions

    The game is praised for its 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.”
    • “I experienced no crashes or glitches throughout my playthrough, which made for a very enjoyable experience.”
    • “The stability of the game is impressive; I could focus on the gameplay without worrying about technical issues.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    Players find the emotional aspect of the game to be a mix of frustration and satisfaction, as challenging time-based puzzles can be tough, while successfully solving logic-based puzzles provides a rewarding sense of intelligence and accomplishment.

    • “The time-based puzzles were difficult, but the logic-based ones made me feel incredibly smart!”
    • “The emotional depth of the characters really resonated with me, making their struggles feel personal.”
    • “I was genuinely moved by the storyline; it evoked a range of emotions that I didn't expect from a game.”
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