Uurnog Uurnlimited
- November 16, 2017
- Nifflas Games
- 4h median play time
Wholly unique and deceptively punishing, Uurnog Uurnlimited is as clever as it is creative.
Get on SteamUurnog Uurnlimited is a quirky 2D puzzle-platformer where you steal animals, solve puzzles, and fight bosses in a procedurally generated world. Collect and raise animals, each with unique abilities, to aid you in your adventure. With its charming pixel art style and dynamic environments, Uurnog Uurnlimited offers a fresh take on the genre with unpredictable challenges.
Reviews
- Uurnog offers a unique and refreshing gameplay experience that encourages creativity and exploration, allowing players to solve puzzles in various ways.
- The game's vibrant graphics and quirky atmosphere create an engaging environment that many players find enjoyable and charming.
- It provides a fun co-op experience, fostering connections between players, as seen in the heartwarming stories of families bonding over the game.
- The game lacks clear direction and objectives, leaving players confused about what to do, which can lead to frustration.
- Many players find the mechanics overly simplistic and the gameplay repetitive, with puzzles often feeling trivial and lacking meaningful rewards.
- The controls can be clunky, leading to accidental deaths and tedious respawning, which detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.
- gameplay11 mentions
- 18 % positive mentions
- 73 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The gameplay offers a unique blend of mechanics that encourage creativity, particularly through the use of the 'warp stack' for both item retrieval and puzzle-solving. However, the lack of clear explanations for mechanics and objectives, along with minimal progression and story elements, detracts from the overall experience, leading to concerns about replayability and enjoyment. While it may appeal to puzzle enthusiasts, the absence of compelling direction and balance leaves some players feeling unsatisfied.
“The gameplay is not exactly well-balanced, but I think the freedom for creativity makes up for that.”
“The hub world mechanics are fun and unique, and I had a good time, though I understand how the game might not appeal to everyone.”
“+unique gameplay”
“My main criticism of the game is that there is hardly any explanation at all about game mechanics or even objectives.”
“I do not think the game has a lot of replayability value because finding out the game mechanics is about half the challenge.”
“It is so unfortunate that this game lacks compelling direction; the mechanics are really simple but intricate and fun to work with.”
- music7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is characterized by a dynamic and procedurally generated soundtrack that complements its vibrant and surreal aesthetic. While some players appreciate the unique and pleasant soundscapes, others find the music to be unmemorable despite its fitting nature within the game. Overall, the soundtrack enhances the experience, but opinions on its lasting impact vary.
“The aesthetic is fun and trippy, from the deranged look of pretty much everything, to the living blocks that have little conversations when they are piled together, to the lurid color schemes and surreal platform-scapes that abound, all with an excellent soundtrack.”
“The dynamic soundtrack is also quite cool and works very well.”
“And on top of all that, the graphics are pretty and the soundtrack/sounds are unique and pleasant with procedural elements and layering.”
“The music is procedurally generated and thus really unmemorable.”
“I really wanted to fall in love with Uurnog Uurnlimited; it checks all the right boxes - it has collection, cute artwork, procedural generated music, unique gameplay, meaningful local co-op, but... it just wasn't fun.”
- graphics6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are described as vibrant and surreal, featuring a fun and trippy aesthetic with colorful foregrounds contrasted by darker backgrounds. Players appreciate the unique and pleasant visuals, complemented by an excellent soundtrack, although some find the controls a bit awkward. Overall, the game's graphics contribute positively to the experience, despite mixed feelings about gameplay enjoyment.
“The aesthetic is fun and trippy, from the deranged look of pretty much everything, to the living blocks that have little conversations when they are piled together, to the lurid color schemes and surreal platform-scapes that abound, all with an excellent soundtrack.”
“The foreground graphics are very colorful, the backgrounds are dark and even a bit gloomy.”
“And on top of all that, the graphics are pretty and the soundtrack/sounds are unique and pleasant with procedural elements and layering.”
“The foreground graphics are very colorful, but the backgrounds are dark and even a bit gloomy.”
“I really wanted to fall in love with Uurnog Uurnlimited; it checks all the right boxes - it has collection, cute artwork, procedural generated music, unique gameplay, meaningful local co-op, but... it just wasn't fun.”
“The graphics are pretty, but they don't compensate for the overall experience.”
- atmosphere4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users appreciate the cohesive atmospheres and moods created by the games, noting that even simple designs can leave a lasting impression. While some games, like uurnog, may sacrifice atmosphere for gameplay, they still manage to maintain a unique ambiance. However, there is a desire for more immersive elements, such as scenes and dioramas, to further enhance the atmospheric experience.
“Though they were simple games, they were really good at creating cohesive atmospheres and moods that stuck with me to this day.”
“This game has a really unique atmosphere to it.”
“It could've used just that tad bit more atmosphere, little scenes, and dioramas like I am used to from within a deep forest, and Knytt, just to help distinguish it between other games.”
“The neon style of Uurnog, and its more door-focused layout of its world takes away a little of that atmosphere, but it easily makes up for it with the gameplay.”
“It could've used just that tad bit more atmosphere, little scenes, and dioramas like I am used to from within a deep forest and Knytt, just to help distinguish it from other games.”
- story3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The game lacks a traditional narrative, leaving players without a clear story or goals, which contrasts with the more story-driven experience of Nifflas' previous title, Knytt Underground. Instead, the focus is on gameplay mechanics, with minimal rewards beyond monetary gain from puzzles.
“There is no story, no goal; the player technically gains nothing from doing most puzzles except for money.”
“Beyond lacking any form of story, there are also no progression mechanics either.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the humor in the game to be quite effective, often recalling amusing moments and appreciating the quirky movements and appearances of the characters. Overall, the comedic elements contribute positively to the gaming experience.
“This happened to me a few times, and it's pretty hilarious looking back on it.”
“The characters in the game look and move very funny.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players express that the game has a profound emotional impact, with one user stating it made them feel "whole again," indicating a deep sense of connection and fulfillment derived from the experience.
“Made me feel whole again.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Many users feel that the game's replayability is limited, as a significant portion of the challenge lies in discovering the game mechanics, which diminishes the incentive to play again once they are mastered.
“I do not think the game has a lot of replayability value because discovering the game mechanics is about half the challenge.”
“Once you've completed the game, there isn't much incentive to play through it again.”
“The lack of varied outcomes makes replaying the game feel redundant.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game frustrating due to clumsy movement mechanics, tedious respawning processes, and a confusing item hoarding system, making the overall experience overwhelming and unenjoyable.
“Combined with the clumsy movement, tedious respawning, and incomprehensible item hoarding, it is just too much to bear.”
“The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
“I find myself doing the same tasks over and over again, which makes the gameplay feel monotonous and uninspired.”
