Won't You Be My Laser?
- January 23, 2016
- Chequered Ink
In "Won't You Be My Laser?", players navigate a series of geometric levels, using a laser to activate buttons and open paths. As a rhythm-based puzzle game, success depends on precise timing and movement to the beat. With a variety of levels and a custom level editor, players can enjoy a challenging and engaging experience.
Reviews
- The game offers a fun and challenging experience, especially for achievement hunters who enjoy mastering levels.
- It's a low-cost game that provides a decent amount of gameplay time, making it a good value for those looking for a simple puzzle challenge.
- The music and atmosphere are enjoyable, adding to the overall experience of the game.
- The graphics are low-quality and lack customization options, which detracts from the overall presentation of the game.
- The game has a steep difficulty curve with very little room for error, which can lead to frustration for many players.
- There are technical issues, such as poor collision detection and unresponsive controls, that negatively impact gameplay.
- music5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally appreciated for its groovy and enjoyable atmosphere, providing a relaxing experience for players. However, the lack of proper audio controls is a significant drawback, as users cannot turn off the background music without resorting to external methods.
“It's a fun little game, with groovy music!”
“The music and atmosphere are enjoyable.”
“Bewilderingly, the game doesn't include proper audio controls, so you can't turn off the annoying background music. You'll need to alt+tab out and stop the music using the Windows sound mixer.”
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
“[0.4] Sound & music”
- graphics4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received criticism for their low quality, with users noting a lack of options to adjust resolution or customize settings, leaving players unable to improve the visual experience.
“There's no options to change the resolution for the game or customize the graphics settings.”
“There's no way for gamers to try to improve the low-quality graphics.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a blend of achievement hunting and simplistic mechanics, reminiscent of old-school arcade games, offering a few hours of enjoyment. While it emphasizes learning levels and mastering mechanics over complex problem-solving, some players find the experience fun despite its perceived limitations.
“If you enjoy achievement hunting by methodically learning each level to perfect it and you like old school arcade-style gameplay, this game offers that experience.”
“Simplistic and very affordable, it provides a good hour or two of achievement-hunting gameplay.”
“But the gameplay is kind of fun, and I enjoy it!”
“This game relies more on mechanics to solve puzzles than it does on problem solving. The 'killzone' for your cube seems to be disproportionately large compared to the visual box.”
“If you enjoy achievement hunting by having to methodically learn each level in order to perfect it, and you like old school arcade-style gameplay of moving the dot to collect items while avoiding obstacles, this game may not be for you.”
- story2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's story emphasizes resilience and the unpredictability of life, illustrating that perseverance in the face of adversity can lead to unexpected outcomes and personal growth.
“The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you. If I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that Gamemaker Studio is often associated with the creation of low-effort, retro-style games that are perceived as cash grabs, suggesting a negative view of its monetization practices.
“Gamemaker Studio is most commonly used to make retro pixel shovelware and cash grabs.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is enhanced by enjoyable music, contributing positively to the overall experience.
“The music and atmosphere are incredibly immersive, drawing you into the game's world.”
“The atmosphere is hauntingly beautiful, creating a perfect backdrop for the story.”
“Every sound and visual detail contributes to an atmosphere that feels alive and engaging.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is noted for its humor, providing a comedic experience at an affordable price.
“It's a funny game for a small price.”
“The humor is spot-on and keeps you laughing throughout.”
“I love the witty dialogue and hilarious situations that unfold.”