Woodways

About

Woodways is a casual, single-player puzzle game where you simultaneously control three distinct animals, each with unique properties and interactions, in over 50 levels across various areas with increasing challenges and new mechanics. As you navigate through the game's expanding world map, you'll encounter slippery ice, teleport pads, and more, making for a fun and engaging introduction to the puzzle genre. Woodways offers a unique gameplay experience as you guide a buffalo, fox, and duck to their destinations through a variety of puzzle combinations.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

93%

Audience ScoreBased on 89 reviews

graphics8 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

Woodways features engaging mechanics that require strategic thinking, making it a fun and challenging puzzle experience.
The game has a charming art style with cute animal characters, which adds to its appeal.
It's free to play, offering a decent amount of content with 56 levels that gradually increase in difficulty.

The graphics are considered lackluster and reminiscent of mobile games, which may disappoint players expecting more from a PC title.
Many puzzles rely on trial-and-error rather than logical problem-solving, leading to frustration for some players.
The game has a poor public reception, with very few concurrent players reported, indicating a lack of interest in the title.

graphics
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics are a mix of simple yet charming 2D visuals that some players find appealing, particularly due to their cute art style and clean design. While a few reviewers criticize the lack of modern 3D graphics, many appreciate the game's aesthetic and find it enjoyable, especially given its free-to-play nature. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's relaxing and fun atmosphere.
- “The art style is also so beautiful.”
- “The graphics are simple, yet charming and clean, and the music is soothing.”
- “Fun and relaxing game, the art style is very cute.”
- “The game features really lacklustre 2D visuals (does the developer not know 3D graphics became mainstream in the mid-1990s?).”
- “In terms of graphics and controls, it's easy to believe that this game is a mobile port from a game you would find on the Play Store for your Android smartphones for free.”
- “I'm always hesitant to be critical of a free game, especially one with the art style and charm that Woodways has.”
gameplay
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is praised for its engaging and well-designed mechanics, offering a mix of challenge and accessibility that caters to both puzzle enthusiasts and newcomers. Each animal features unique abilities that interact with various tile sets, creating a dynamic puzzle experience. Overall, the game is described as polished, with intuitive controls and a gradual learning curve that enhances enjoyment.
- “I love the mechanics, and it really makes you think.”
- “Super enjoyable game with good mechanics (weak ground, water, ice patch) that change depending on the animal (fox, ox, and duck).”
- “As someone who isn't really into puzzle games, I have had a really simple learning experience when it comes to the game mechanics.”
- “The first few levels are just to get the player used to the mechanics of the game, basically the dos and don'ts of this game.”
- “The gameplay is pretty solid, and even though most of the levels are easy enough, there were two or three that took me a good amount of time to figure out.”
music
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its soothing and relaxing qualities that enhance the overall experience. While some found the soundtrack basic or lacking in variety, others praised it as a great addition that complements the charming visuals and engaging puzzles. However, a few users noted issues with transitions between tracks, which could disrupt the flow of gameplay.
- “The music was great, and I always love getting an achievement for killing all the animals at once.”
- “Very enjoyable puzzle game with relaxing music and nice visuals.”
- “The art is really appealing, and the music set the mood just right.”
- “Music is non-existent, sound effects are meh...quality of presentation is pretty subpar.”
- “The music is very basic, I didn't like it.”
- “Looked for soundtrack, no it's free to, clicked to the developer name to see if they have anything else, no, only this game.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story aspect is minimal and lacks depth, with users indicating that it primarily serves as a backdrop for completing various missions rather than offering a compelling narrative.
- “And now you have to try all combinations to complete 56 missions!”
- “---{story}---”
- “☐ story?”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate that the game avoids tedious grinding often found in indie titles, instead offering a balanced challenge without excessive repetition.
- “Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
- “The grind is satisfying and offers a real sense of progression.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “A lot of indie developers make the mistake of making really big puzzles, mistaking tediousness for challenge, but this game doesn't fall into that trap.”