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Twickles

91%Game Brain Score
gameplay, graphics
replayability, grinding
91% User Score Based on 67 reviews

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Twickles is a minimalist puzzle game where you navigate a ball through labyrinths by rotating their parts or the entire structure. With 75 hand-crafted puzzles, five unique parts introducing new elements, and a tough-as-nails difficulty, it offers a soothing atmosphere and a challenge for those looking to complete each level in the perfect amount of moves. Features original music, Steam achievements, and the ability to turn off the music.

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91%
Audience ScoreBased on 67 reviews
gameplay11 positive mentions
replayability3 negative mentions
  • The game features a clean, minimalist design with a calming soundtrack, making it a relaxing experience.
  • Puzzles are well-designed and progressively increase in difficulty, introducing new mechanics that keep the gameplay fresh and engaging.
  • The game encourages critical thinking and problem-solving, rewarding players for achieving the minimum number of moves to complete each puzzle.
  • The lack of an undo feature can be frustrating, as players must restart levels after making a mistake.
  • The game does not provide information on the optimal number of moves for each level, which can lead to trial and error rather than strategic planning.
  • Some players found the physics inconsistent, leading to unpredictable outcomes in certain puzzles.
  • gameplay
    23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay in Twickles is characterized by its straightforward mechanics and engaging puzzles, which are designed to be both fun and challenging without accidental solutions. With 75 levels spread across five chapters, each introducing new mechanics like portals and physics blocks, players experience a satisfying progression that keeps the gameplay fresh and stimulating. While the game is simple and reminiscent of browser games, its clever design and soothing audio enhance the overall puzzle-solving experience.

    • “The mechanics aren't hard to understand, and the simplicity lends itself to some brilliant puzzles which always feel fun to solve because, unlike some puzzle games I've played, you never seem to find the solution to these puzzles accidentally.”
    • “With interesting mechanics and cleverly designed bite-sized levels, you get a nice satisfying brain-teaser.”
    • “Every chapter brings a new mechanic to the game, and there are some tricky levels!”
    • “Gameplay is straight out of a flash/browser game, so this doesn't belong on Steam at all.”
    • “Nice little game, if a bit short, and it could use a small introduction to the mechanics.”
    • “First few levels of each part are used to convey the mechanic of the new piece and things get rather complicated near the part's end.”
  • graphics
    17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are characterized by a minimalist aesthetic that is both elegant and refined, contributing to a peaceful gaming experience. While some players view the simplicity as a sign of lazy development, many appreciate the well-polished visuals that complement the gameplay and sound design. Overall, the graphics are described as pretty and well-integrated, enhancing the enjoyment of the puzzle-solving experience.

    • “The game has a lovely minimalist aesthetic.”
    • “A supremely elegant puzzle game, in every sense of the word — the visuals are refined and subtle; the sound effects are tasteful; and the level designs are superb.”
    • “The graphics, sound effects, and music for this game all come together to create a peaceful experience.”
    • “While in this case the minimalist graphics aren't too ugly, they're still the keystone of the lazy developer, right next to retro pixel graphics.”
    • “The visuals are minimalist-ish, but not really.”
    • “For graphical settings you get either full-screen or one of 4 pre-set windowed resolutions.”
  • music
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally described as soothing and well-suited to the gameplay, creating a peaceful atmosphere that enhances the experience. However, some players find it can become repetitive or annoying over time, especially during challenging moments. Overall, the soundtrack is appreciated for its calming qualities, though the lack of volume control is noted as a drawback.

    • “The graphics, sound effects, and music for this game all come together to create a peaceful experience.”
    • “Music and sound effects are soothing, rewarding, and enhance gameplay.”
    • “The soundtrack is light, perfectly fits the game, and even after a few hours with it, it is not tiring.”
    • “The music gets annoying after a while, and the sound effects are obnoxious, but the puzzling is fine.”
    • “On the audio side, you get mute buttons for sound effects and music, but no volume control.”
    • “Relaxing background music, which becomes increasingly less so with every failed attempt at achieving the perfect solve, to the point that I need a break for my poor, little brain.”
  • replayability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game offers significant replayability, particularly for puzzle enthusiasts, as players can challenge themselves to complete levels with minimal moves. While it is recommended to purchase it at a discount, the potential for repeated playthroughs adds value to the experience.

    • “So, if you like puzzle games, get this one on discount or whenever you feel like - it's challenging, and it has lots of replayability if you want to complete every single level with the minimum amount of moves required (by the way, only the 90° rotations are counted, not the clicks on the tiles in the board to change the direction of the whole pipeline the ball's in).”
    • “You can even consider paying full price, given there might be some replayability.”
    • “Once you finish the game, there's little incentive to go back and play it again.”
    • “The lack of meaningful choices makes replaying the game feel pointless.”
  • humor
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users find the humor in the game to be appealing and entertaining, suggesting that it effectively elicits laughter.

  • grinding
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly when trying to earn trophies for completing levels with minimal moves, as the game does not provide guidance on the optimal number of moves for each level.

    • “Grinding for trophies can be quite tedious, especially since the game doesn't indicate the optimal number of moves needed to complete each level.”
    • “The repetitive nature of grinding makes it feel more like a chore than an enjoyable part of the game.”
    • “I find the grinding aspect frustrating, as it often requires excessive time investment without clear rewards.”
  • monetization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization of Twickles has been criticized as a cheap and lazy cash grab, particularly due to its poor execution as a mobile app released on Steam.

    • “Twickles is a mobile app that's been dumped on Steam as a cheap, lazy cash grab.”
  • optimization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The optimization of the game has received mixed feedback, with some users reporting smooth performance and efficient resource management, while others experience significant lag and technical issues. Overall, the game's optimization appears to vary widely depending on individual system configurations.

  • story
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story aspect in puzzle games often enhances gameplay by incorporating engaging themes and narrative elements, which can motivate players alongside traditional mechanics like multiplayer and reaction challenges.

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