Twickles
- September 28, 2017
- Neox Games
Get on SteamTwickles 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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- The game features clever and well-designed puzzles that gradually increase in difficulty, providing a satisfying challenge.
- Its minimalist art style and calming soundtrack create a relaxing atmosphere, making it enjoyable to play.
- The mechanics allow for creative problem-solving, as players can rotate tiles freely while only the rotation of the entire board counts against their move total.
- The lack of an undo feature can be frustrating, requiring players to restart levels after making mistakes.
- Some players found the game to be short, with only about 3 hours of content, leading to concerns about its value at full price.
- The game does not provide guidance on optimal move counts for levels, which can make it difficult to gauge progress towards perfect solutions.
- gameplay11 mentions
- 55 % positive mentions
- 18 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The gameplay in Twickles is characterized by its accessible mechanics and engaging puzzles that require thoughtful solutions rather than accidental discoveries. With 75 levels across five packs, players encounter a variety of unique mechanics that are introduced gradually, leading to clever interactions and satisfying brain-teasers. While the game is simple and somewhat short, it effectively combines physics-based challenges with calming gameplay.
“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 new mechanic opens up some interesting interactions.”
“The gameplay is physics-based and revolves around guiding a small ball from start to finish.”
“Nice little game, but it's a bit short and could use a small introduction to the mechanics.”
“There are 75 puzzles, and new mechanics are introduced: unrotatable blocks, blocks that occupy the same path sections as the ball, fans that blow the ball, and linked pairs of teleporters.”
- graphics7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are characterized by a refined and minimalist aesthetic that many players find appealing, though not groundbreaking. The visuals are complemented by a tasteful soundtrack and well-designed levels, creating a cohesive and elegant experience. Overall, while the graphics may not be extensive, they are appreciated for their beauty and subtlety.
“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.”
“Overall, it's very nicely put together (graphics, sound, music all fit nicely).”
“The visuals are minimalist-ish, but not really.”
“For graphical settings you get either full-screen or one of 4 pre-set windowed resolutions.”
“Graphics are minimalistic but pretty; music is simple but calm and very well tuned, and no people or animals suffer in the game.”
- music6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as relaxing and well-tuned, complementing the minimalist art style and enhancing the overall experience. While it lacks volume control, the soundtrack is satisfying and fits well with the game's atmosphere, although it can become less soothing during challenging moments. Overall, the audio elements contribute positively to the game's appeal.
“Music and sounds are also satisfying.”
“Graphics are minimalistic but pretty, music is simple but calm and very well tuned, and no people or animals suffer in the game...”
“On the audio side, you get mute buttons for sound effects and music, but no volume control.”
“Relaxing background music, which becomes increasingly less and less so with every failed attempt at achieving the perfect solve, to the point that I need a break for my poor, little brain.”
“Music is simple but calm and very well tuned, but it can become repetitive over time.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users find the humor in the game to be appealing and entertaining, suggesting that it effectively elicits laughter and amusement.
