Typoman

85%
Game Brain Score Based on 336 reviews
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Typoman: Revised is a smart puzzle platformer that takes one fantastic central mechanic and delivers some amazing puzzles with it. I just wish it brought a few more.
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"Typoman is a single-player puzzle platformer where you manipulate words to navigate a dark world, with an intriguing story, excellent mechanics, and unique atmosphere. As a character made of letters, you'll craft words to affect the environment, solving clever puzzles in a typography-driven world. With delightful visuals, an ingenious soundtrack, and a wholesome story, Typoman offers a unique and captivating experience, despite some potential issues on certain versions of Windows 10 or 11."

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85%
Audience ScoreBased on 336 reviews
gameplay29 positive mentions
grinding8 negative mentions
  • Unique and creative gameplay that combines word puzzles with platforming mechanics.
  • Beautiful art style and atmospheric soundtrack that enhance the overall experience.
  • Clever puzzles that encourage players to think outside the box and engage with the game's wordplay.
  • Controls can be clunky and frustrating, especially during platforming sections.
  • Some puzzles have very specific solutions, which can lead to confusion and reliance on guides.
  • The game is relatively short, leaving players wanting more content for the price.
  • gameplay89 mentions

    The gameplay of Typoman is characterized by its unique word-based mechanics that involve solving puzzles through the manipulation of letters and words, creating an imaginative and engaging experience. However, players have noted issues with awkward platforming controls, occasional bugs, and a lack of variety in gameplay, which can lead to frustration and repetitiveness. Overall, while the core concept is praised for its creativity and cleverness, the execution has room for improvement, particularly in terms of fluidity and challenge.

    • “The various ways the game uses words and letters for gameplay and to tell a story is interesting throughout.”
    • “You have to use words to solve puzzles, which makes for extremely unique gameplay.”
    • “However, it suffers from awkward platforming mechanics and occasionally unclear design.”
    • “I really liked the concept, but I found the controls frustrating, the cutscenes too frequent and not really engaging, and the gameplay repetitive.”
    • “The gameplay is absolutely novel - in allowing you to rearrange words to affect the world around you, Typoman looks like it's hit on a brand new style of gameplay.”
  • story81 mentions

    The game's story receives mixed reviews, with some players praising its engaging and unique presentation that emphasizes the power of words, while others criticize it for being thin or poorly executed. Many appreciate the atmospheric elements and the ability to interpret the narrative personally, though some find the lack of character development and depth disappointing. Overall, the story is seen as a nice addition to the gameplay, but not a central focus, with a general consensus that it could benefit from more depth and length.

    • “I loved the style and the story - actually quite an engaging and wholesome experience.”
    • “The various ways the game uses words and letters for gameplay and to tell a story is interesting throughout.”
    • “The storytelling is also amazing, the animations convey so much meaning, that you'll feel the story is being told to you, as if you were being talked to.”
    • “The story is practically non-existent, but the fitting ambience more than makes up for that.”
    • “The story had great potential but was poorly executed.”
    • “The theme and story were absurdly general and heavy-handed.”
  • music40 mentions

    The music in the game is widely praised for its ability to enhance the atmosphere, with many reviewers highlighting its chilling and immersive qualities that complement the art style beautifully. The soundtrack is described as a standout feature, effectively setting the mood and contributing to memorable moments, despite some critiques regarding the overall game experience. Overall, the combination of impressive sound design and a well-crafted soundtrack significantly elevates the game's emotional impact.

    • “A big reason for this is the game’s amazing soundtrack, which fits the dark atmosphere perfectly.”
    • “The soundtrack is really the main selling point as it is beautifully crafted.”
    • “The atmosphere and music is absolutely chilling, and you can tell that the developer put in a lot of work, but unfortunately the end product isn't that great.”
    • “Can't turn off music, can't change key bindings.”
    • “The music and sound effects are very atmospheric, sometimes downright scary and heart-pumping.”
  • graphics38 mentions

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their artistic quality, immersive atmosphere, and unique visual style, often evoking nostalgia and enhancing the overall experience. While many reviewers appreciate the beautiful artwork and clever design, some note that the gameplay mechanics can detract from the visual enjoyment due to issues with controls and physics. Overall, the visuals are considered a strong point, contributing significantly to the game's aesthetic appeal and storytelling.

    • “The artwork is wonderful.”
    • “Extremely beautiful badland-like graphics with super interesting game mechanics.”
    • “The game has a distinct visual art style, an immersive atmosphere supported by a fantastic soundtrack, and the most important thing: a unique take on puzzle platforming that is based on building words that affect the world around you.”
    • “A lot of the cutscenes gave me stickman flash animation vibes, which evoked a certain sense of nostalgia in me, albeit the overt anime-ness in some scenes didn't particularly fit the overall theme and aesthetic in my own personal opinion.”
    • “While I recommend the game for its visuals and word puzzles, be warned that the controls and physics are finicky and often collude with the timed areas to unnecessarily frustrate you.”
    • “The aesthetics and graphics are okay, but the gameplay is very boring with the word unscrambling aspect being a very dull mechanic.”
  • atmosphere27 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is consistently described as dark, mysterious, and chilling, often compared to titles like "Limbo." Players appreciate the immersive experience created by the combination of stunning visuals and a haunting soundtrack, which enhances the emotional depth and tension throughout the gameplay. While the atmosphere is praised for its originality and effectiveness, some reviewers note that it may not appeal to those who dislike creepy settings.

    • “A big reason for this is the game’s amazing soundtrack, which fits the dark atmosphere perfectly.”
    • “The game has a distinct visual art style, an immersive atmosphere supported by a fantastic soundtrack, and the most important thing: a unique take on puzzle platforming that is based on building words that affect the world around you.”
    • “Really deep atmosphere with beautiful ambient music and dark level design.”
    • “The atmosphere and music are absolutely chilling, and you can tell that the developer put in a lot of work, but unfortunately the end product isn't that great.”
    • “The somber atmosphere in the game feels juxtaposed with the quirkiness of the mechanics, in a way that I mostly felt worked, though I think it could have benefited from pushing some more in the direction of words and the good/evil light/dark nature of the game - something in the vein of a 'once upon a time' fairy tale.”
    • “Not like 'Limbo', but if you hate creepy atmosphere, you may be disappointed.”
  • emotional10 mentions

    Players find the game unexpectedly emotional, praising its engaging story, charming art, and heartfelt character interactions that contribute to a wholesome experience. Despite some frustrations with gameplay mechanics, the emotional depth and moral themes resonate strongly, leaving a lasting impact on players. Overall, the game successfully combines fun with poignant moments, making it a memorable journey.

    • “But like... why did this game make me weirdly emotional??”
    • “I loved the style and the story - actually quite an engaging and wholesome experience.”
    • “The characters, art, and atmosphere are all wonderful, and while the ending is a bit anticlimactic, the emotional interactions and situations that arise during the game really help to drive the story.”
  • humor8 mentions

    The humor in the game is widely praised, with players enjoying its funny puzzles, clever wordplay, and amusing character adjustments. Many highlight the game's great sense of humor and the presence of hilarious easter eggs, contributing to an overall lighthearted and entertaining experience.

    • “Amazing! I like when the games are so funny :)”
    • “Some puzzles are really hard to solve and some others are pretty funny.”
    • “Beautiful music, beautifully depressing story, a funny word game (try crafting words like 'cape', 'old', 'tail', 'clever', etc. you get funny adjustments to your little character).”
  • grinding8 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, often feeling like busywork rather than engaging challenges. The lack of a compelling storyline and character development, combined with repetitive puzzles and mechanics, contributes to a sense of monotony, leading some to question whether they are still enjoying the game or merely grinding to finish it. While achievements are considered reasonable, the overall experience is marred by dull mechanics and a lack of progression.

    • “Jumping mechanics and platform mechanics are tedious and frustrating.”
    • “This was worsened by the fact that the puzzles--when they do function correctly--often feel like tedious and redundant busywork, rather than engaging and entertaining challenges.”
    • “The mechanic is very dull and boring, and creating words and arranging them is very tedious and not at all fluid.”
  • stability6 mentions

    Overall, the game's stability is mixed; while some players report a smooth experience with no significant issues, others encounter numerous bugs and control glitches that hinder gameplay. This inconsistency suggests that while the game may run well on certain platforms, it can be problematic for others, leading to frustration for some users.

    • “Runs great on Steam Deck (should have ✅).”
    • “Art and music are fine, and the whole experience was lag and bug free, so it's a well-made product.”
    • “The game is also very buggy.”
    • “Couldn't finish the game because of numerous repeated control glitches causing the game to read spacebar input when there was none and then failing to read other keyboard input altogether.”
    • “There was one more instance that I don't recall what didn't work right, and by that point I decided this game is too buggy for my tastes.”
  • replayability3 mentions

    The game offers a mix of opinions on replayability; while some players appreciate its short length and find it highly replayable, others feel that its brief duration limits its overall replay value.

    • “Short game with loads of replayability.”
    • “The game is short, takes only a few hours to complete, and has little replay value.”
    • “Short game, takes only a few hours to complete, and has little replay value.”
  • optimization3 mentions

    The game's optimization is criticized for being poor, particularly for a 2D title released four years ago, resulting in significant framerate issues. While the gameplay, animation, music, and level design are praised, the overall performance suggests a need for technical improvements.

    • “For a 2D game released four years ago, performance is abysmal, with significant framerate judder.”
    • “The game probably needs a bit of technical optimization, but the gameplay, animation, music, and level design are all top notch.”
  • character development2 mentions

    Reviews indicate that character development is lacking, with many players finding the storyline uninteresting and the characters underdeveloped. Additionally, some technical issues and repetitive gameplay further detract from the overall experience. While the art style and character designs are noted as somewhat appealing, they do not compensate for the deficiencies in character depth.

    • “I feel like this was in part due to the lack of an interesting and compelling storyline, lack of character development, some technical issues, and tedious or repetitive puzzles.”
  • monetization1 mentions

    The monetization aspect is perceived as non-intrusive and does not detract from the emotional and intimate experience of the game, suggesting that players appreciate a focus on gameplay over aggressive monetization strategies.

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