Wilmot Works It Out

Wilmot Works It Out is a puzzle building game about completing beautiful images and using them to decorate the walls of your house.We really like the premise of Wilmot Works It Out, and don’t mind a shorter experience! But the game really only hits its stride in the final chapters, leaving us wishing it expanded its later offerings at least a bit.

76%Game Brain Score

story, gameplay

grinding, character development

100% User Score Based on 543 reviews

Critic Score 62%Based on 3 reviews

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About

In "Wilmot Works It Out," players help Wilmot complete puzzle pieces into images and decide where to hang them in his house, with over 60 original puzzles, additional rooms, and decorative items to unlock, as well as the option to adopt a cat or a dog. This game is a sequel to a beloved organizational simulation.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

100%

Audience ScoreBased on 546 reviews

story25 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

Wilmot Works It Out is a charming and relaxing puzzle game that allows players to enjoy a cozy experience while solving jigsaw puzzles.
The game features beautiful artwork and a delightful soundtrack, enhancing the overall atmosphere and making it a joy to play.
Marathon mode offers a fun challenge by providing all puzzle pieces at once, allowing for deeper organization and strategy, making it a rewarding experience.

The game can feel short, with some players wishing for more content or longer gameplay, especially in the earlier chapters.
Controls can be a bit clunky, particularly when moving completed puzzles around the house, which may lead to some frustration.
The lack of interaction with characters, particularly the postwoman, can make the narrative feel somewhat shallow and limit player engagement.

story
66 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
58%
5%
The story in the game is described as gentle and cozy, providing a relaxing backdrop to the jigsaw puzzle mechanics. Players appreciate the charming character interactions and the gradual unfolding of the narrative, which adds depth without overwhelming the gameplay. While the story is light and unobtrusive, it effectively enhances the overall experience, making it a delightful choice for those seeking a meditative gaming session.
- “The art is delightful and the little story is very enjoyable; do check this out if you'd like to relax with some jigsaw solving!”
- “I loved seeing the story unfold in the background, and I found myself wanting to draw out the playing experience as long as possible.”
- “Wonderful soundtrack and lovely artwork, along with subtle storytelling that builds a comfy game that's a joy to play.”
- “As you progress through the story, your inability (playing as Wilmot) to meaningfully answer the other characters in the game with any dialogue options other than 'give me my puzzle' was mildly stressful - the characters have a decent level of development, and not being able to interact with them felt rude.”
- “There isn't much story, but the one-sided dialogue between the mailwoman and Wilmot is cute.”
- “The story of the first game as well is how your boss doesn't treat you right even though you do more work than literally every other non-existent employee at the company, and then in the end [spoiler] you get fired.”
gameplay
49 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
39%
55%
6%
The gameplay is characterized as relaxing and engaging, offering a cozy puzzle-solving experience reminiscent of "Wilmot's Warehouse" but with a more laid-back approach. Players appreciate the intuitive controls, beautiful art, and the balance of challenge and simplicity, making it easy to enjoy without the stress of time constraints. Overall, it provides a delightful and satisfying gameplay loop that encourages players to unwind while solving puzzles.
- “Calming gameplay to wind down with and amazing art to put together.”
- “Honestly loading this up on my Steam Deck and gently solving puzzles in front of the TV is one of the most relaxing gameplay experiences I've had this year.”
- “Engaging and relaxing with intuitive controls, good writing, and a fun gameplay loop.”
- “I really enjoyed the logistical/organizational aspect of it, and was worried that as I was going through this one the organization mechanics weren't going to be developed further, or worse, were going to be underdeveloped in order to make a more relaxing, mass appealing game.”
- “I think I was expecting other mechanics to be introduced as you play, but once I realized that wasn't going to happen I was still content with what the game is.”
- “This one is more zen, chill, puzzle solving, using the Wilmot mechanics.”
music
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
78%
17%
6%
The music in the game is widely praised for its relaxing and jazzy soundtrack, which enhances the overall atmosphere and complements the puzzle-solving experience. Reviewers highlight the seamless integration of the music with the gameplay, creating a cozy and enjoyable environment that encourages players to take their time. Overall, the soundtrack is described as beautiful and perfect for a laid-back gaming session, contributing significantly to the game's charm.
- “Its jazzy, relaxing soundtrack creates a pleasant, seamless experience from start to finish.”
- “The music is impeccable, it helps fill the background with some jazzy tunes.”
- “Wonderful soundtrack and lovely artwork, along with subtle storytelling that builds a comfy game that's a joy to play.”
- “I found the knocking to blend into the music, enough to where you can miss it.”
- “The music is impeccable; it helps fill the background with some jazzy tunes.”
graphics
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
65%
26%
10%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charming and cozy art style, created by Richard Hogg, which enhances the relaxing gameplay experience. Players appreciate the thoughtful details and subtle design choices that make the puzzles engaging and visually appealing. Overall, the combination of delightful artwork and a beautiful soundtrack contributes to a comforting atmosphere that captivates players throughout their gaming journey.
- “The artwork is understated yet full of thoughtful details, drawing you closer with every puzzle you solve.”
- “The adorable graphics and cozy vibe are so great for a puzzle game.”
- “This game is adorable, and all of the artwork is beautiful.”
- “The graphics are lackluster and fail to impress, making the game feel outdated.”
- “The visuals are bland and do not capture the essence of the game, leaving it feeling flat.”
- “The art style is inconsistent and detracts from the overall experience, making it hard to stay engaged.”
emotional
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its meditative and chill atmosphere, complemented by a wholesome storyline that unfolds through engaging puzzles. Players appreciate the heartfelt interactions with characters and the beautiful art and music, which together create a satisfying and emotionally resonant experience, often evoking strong feelings, including tears of joy. Overall, the game is described as cozy and fulfilling, making it a delightful journey for players.
- “Beautifully simple core mechanic, great art and music, and a surprisingly emotionally engaging storyline.”
- “But the presentation is perfect, the interactions with other characters are heartfelt, and the little twist in the final puzzle brought a tear to my eye.”
- “Cosy, wholesome, and just challenging enough to give a really satisfying jigsaw experience.”
humor
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is described as light, clever, and charming, enhancing the overall cozy experience. Players appreciate the funny writing and the delightful character of the "funny cube guy," which adds a therapeutic quality to the gameplay. The combination of amusing puzzle artwork and engaging storytelling contributes to a genuinely enjoyable atmosphere.
- “If you enjoy a nice afternoon with puzzles, good music, and the company of a funny cube guy then you're in luck!”
- “This ended up being more than I thought it was going to be; the humor is light but clever, the puzzles were tricking me at every package I opened, and it was genuinely just therapeutic.”
- “Very cute and unobtrusive story with funny writing and a very lovely ending.”
atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its charming art style and relaxing ambiance, which enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the gradual storytelling that encourages them to savor the moment, complemented by soothing music and sound effects. This combination creates an engaging and immersive environment that keeps players invested in the game loop.
- “The art style is so charming and the atmosphere is so chill that I found myself obsessed with the game loop.”
- “The surrounding atmosphere is also great; I love how you gradually get pieces of the story over time. It really makes you value taking your time to enjoy the moment, relaxing to the soothing music and sound effects.”
- “The atmosphere was superb.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
50%
The game offers strong replayability due to its diverse range of puzzles, ensuring that players can experience new challenges and content with each playthrough. Many users express confidence that there is still more to discover, enhancing the overall replay value.
- “The game has great replayability, with a wide variety of different puzzles to solve.”
- “There is definitely replay value, especially knowing that I haven't experienced everything yet.”
- “The game offers significant replayability due to the numerous unique puzzles available.”
- “Replay value for sure, knowing I haven't seen it all.”
- “Replay value for sure, knowing I haven't seen it all.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly due to the limitations on moving finished puzzles to different rooms, which complicates the process of decorating and achieving completion. The overall experience can feel drawn out, especially when pursuing additional achievements after completing the main content.
- “My playtime of 21 hours includes fairly casually playing through marathon mode and then doing the tedious setup to get the remaining achievements after I finished that.”
- “Putting puzzles on the walls and decorating rooms with them was, however, tedious, as you could only move finished puzzles to a different room if they fit on the wall of the current room.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game demonstrates excellent stability, performing well on various platforms, including the Steam Deck. Users consistently report a smooth gaming experience without significant issues.
- “Runs great on Steam Deck too!”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Character development in the game is largely criticized, with some players feeling that it is overshadowed by gameplay mechanics and lacks depth, leaving little room for personal connections or emotional engagement with the characters.
- “I'm a busy little square; I don't have time for things like 'establishing a sense of place', 'character development', or 'personal connections'.”