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Wire up electrical circuits and make your way through a derelict building to keep your appointment with a mysterious professor who lives at the top.

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

93%

Audience ScoreBased on 178 reviews

story26 positive mentions

graphics4 negative mentions

Engaging puzzle-platformer that effectively teaches basic concepts of electricity, including Ohm's law, through intuitive gameplay.
The story is surprisingly touching and adds depth to the gameplay, making it more than just a series of puzzles.
It's a free game that offers hours of entertainment, with a gradual increase in difficulty that keeps players challenged.

Some players found the pacing slow, especially in the early levels, which may lead to boredom.
Technical issues such as bugs and control difficulties, particularly with climbing and camera angles, detract from the overall experience.
The game could benefit from more advanced content and variety in puzzles, as some players felt it became repetitive.

story
74 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
35%
60%
5%
The game's story is a mixed bag, with some players finding it touching and engaging, while others describe it as boring or confusing. It effectively ties together the puzzles and features a whimsical, educational narrative centered around electrical circuitry, though the acting can be cheesy. While some appreciate the emotional depth and atmosphere, others feel the story is optional and can detract from the gameplay experience.
- “Even though the acting in the cutscenes was cheesy at times, the story is touching and actually kinda sad.”
- “The puzzles are engaging, the story is beautiful and amazing, and I had the drive to complete it except for the end.”
- “I honestly think the story of this game is comparable to that of games like Journey, The Unfinished Swan, and What Remains of Edith Finch.”
- “The story is a bit boring and confusing.”
- “There's a background story unfolding throughout the game, although it seems to serve more as window dressing.”
- “And luckily you can skip all the scenes and story and crap acting and learn nothing and still beat the game.”
gameplay
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
72%
14%
The gameplay is characterized by repetitive mechanics, with players often required to solve the same type of puzzle multiple times without variation, leading to a tedious experience. While the game gradually introduces new mechanics related to electricity, it suffers from awkward design choices, such as unconventional controls and lengthy cutscenes that disrupt the flow of play. Overall, the gameplay feels stretched and lacks the polish expected from a PC game, resulting in a bizarre and frustrating experience.
- “Almost 7 hours of gameplay for the low, low price of free.”
- “It plays like a typical puzzle game, but the mechanics to solve the puzzles are related to electricity.”
- “It rather slowly and gradually introduces new mechanics, interspersed with story snippets (most of which are skippable if you're that way inclined).”
- “Since he also needed to stretch out the game, every mechanic will be followed by between 5 to 10 stages of the exact same mechanic, without any form of twist at all.”
- “And since he's not really been playing anything other than iOS games, he doesn't actually know how to make a proper PC game either, so the actual result even on the gameplay side turns out very weird; with things like using 'W' to jump, or having very long tedious cutscenes in places you literally just have to sit and wait if you want to hear them, instead of having them play at the start of rooms with longer puzzles, so you could listen while actually playing.”
- “This game should have completely scrapped the terminal system, because when you're already forcing the players to redo the exact same mechanic 5-10 times in a row, artificially increasing the length those takes is simply not a good way to go.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is generally well-received, described as good, calm, and relaxing, effectively complementing the fun gameplay and engaging story. Players appreciate the solid musical backing that enhances the overall experience, particularly in various environments.
- “A very fun game with a simple premise that opens up into a great story backed by solid music and puzzles.”
- “The different environments were cool, and the music is calm and relaxing.”
- “Good music (what I could hear anyway)”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The graphics are generally considered outdated, evoking a nostalgic 2000s aesthetic that resonates with players' childhood memories. However, many reviewers feel that improvements are needed to enhance the overall visual atmosphere of the game.
- “The graphics are outdated, giving it a nostalgic 2000s feel.”
- “The graphics are bad... but they are bad at an exact level to give me a heavy nostalgia for the games that I used to play when I was a kid.”
- “Needs work on the visuals so it can create a better atmosphere.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its humor, particularly through the engaging character of the professor, whose comedic portrayal adds a lighthearted touch to the educational narrative. Players find the blend of problem-solving and humor both entertaining and effective in enhancing the learning experience, making it a standout in the indie sci-fi genre. Overall, the humor is described as engaging and integral to the game's appeal.
- “Wow, I just love it! It's really engaging, funny, and at the same time, teaching.”
- “This game packs in electrical engineering and problem-solving skills to brainstorm your mind to solve puzzles in an electrical way. Hahaha! The storyline has a cool high school teacher vibe, and the professor knows how to play his character well; it's so hilarious!”
- “Anyways, 10/10 because this game is so underrated. It needs some polish, but I see the reminiscence of an educational indie sci-fi game well fit into the hilarious acting and building plot of Professor Late's wife in the game.”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
16%
17%
The atmosphere is generally praised for its calm and relaxing qualities, enhanced by a compelling story and excellent acting, particularly highlighted by the evocative 70s decor. However, some users feel that improvements in visuals are necessary to further enhance the overall atmosphere.
- “The atmosphere is nice; it's calm and relaxing.”
- “The setting is atmospheric (down to the impressively dire 70s decor), and I found the story rather compelling (and the acting was excellent).”
- “The atmosphere is immersive and enhances the overall experience.”
- “Needs work on the visuals so it can create a better atmosphere.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game's story to be deeply touching and emotionally impactful, despite some cheesy acting in the cutscenes. The narrative resonates strongly, offering valuable lessons and culminating in a memorable and emotional finale that leaves a lasting impression. Overall, the game is praised for its ability to evoke strong feelings and provide a unique perspective on life experiences.
- “Even though the acting in the cutscenes was cheesy at times, the story is touching and actually kind of sad.”
- “A game I'll never forget; it taught me everything I learned in my entire university experience from a different point of view. The ending of the game was very emotional; it was so hard, but really fun. I hope you can launch another game like this, maybe on different topics or the same ones. Thank you and congratulations, it's a great game.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
25%
25%
The reviews present a mixed perspective on replayability, with some users noting significant limitations that detract from the experience, while others praise the game's execution and recommend it for its replayable elements. Overall, the consensus suggests that while there are enjoyable aspects, certain factors may hinder long-term replay value.
- “Very well executed and replayable, highly recommended.”
- “This really hurts replay value.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, with long cutscenes that interrupt gameplay and require players to wait rather than engage actively. This design choice detracts from the overall experience, making it feel awkward and poorly suited for a PC game.

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