Y: The Game

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Y: The Game is a single player action game. It was developed by Christopher and was released on December 27, 2021. It received positive reviews from players.

Y: The Game is a passion project platformer where you are a Y avoiding enemies and spikes trying to get all of the objectives in levels. Perfect for hardcore speedrunners, imaginative level creators, and casual players.

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85%

Audience ScoreBased on 27 reviews

story3 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game is completely free, allowing players to experience it without any financial commitment.
It features a level editor that opens up endless possibilities for unique and challenging gameplay.
The game is accessible and can run on low-end hardware, making it available to a wide audience.

The visuals are poorly executed and lack any contemporary artistic merit, leading to a negative first impression.
The gameplay is described as bland and unoriginal, failing to offer anything new to the platforming genre.
The developer's attitude towards gamers and the questionable EULA raises concerns about consumer rights and respect.

graphics
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The graphics of "y: the game" receive mixed reviews, with some players criticizing its lazy minimalist 2D visuals as among the worst on Steam, while others praise the stunning graphics that complement an intense storyline and deep lore. This stark contrast highlights a divide in player experience, suggesting that the game's visual quality may depend on individual expectations and preferences.
- “The graphics are stunning, the storyline is intense and immersive, and the lore is deep and thoughtful.”
- “From the in-depth characters to the insane graphics, we have a truly remarkable game.”
- “The game is a lazy minimalist 2D platformer with some of the worst quality visuals I've seen on Steam. With over 13,000 games played and reviewed, to be this bad is truly an achievement from the developer.”
- “On top of the bad visuals, it's just a poorly executed platformer with no merit as a real game in this day and age.”
- “This game features very lackluster minimalist 'art' for graphics instead of anything remotely contemporary.”
story
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The game's story is praised as a masterpiece, following the courageous protagonist Y on a quest for love and fortune amidst challenging and desolate environments. Reviewers highlight the stunning graphics, intense and immersive storyline, and rich lore that adds depth to the overall experience.
- “The game is a story-filled masterpiece.”
- “You follow the brave-hearted hero on his quest for love and fortune as he scours through the depths of endless voids of white despair and hardship.”
- “The graphics are stunning, the storyline is intense and immersive, and the lore is deep and thoughtful.”
- “You follow the brave hero on his quest for love and fortune as he scours through the depths of endless voids of white despair and hardship.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The soundtrack of the game is highly praised, with users highlighting its exceptional quality and impact on the overall experience.
- “The soundtrack is amazing!”
- “The music perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.”
- “I love how the soundtrack evolves with the game, creating an immersive atmosphere.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is characterized by a simple design that fosters a wide range of unique and challenging experiences, allowing for endless possibilities.
- “Its simple design opens up endless possibilities in unique and challenging gameplay.”
- “The gameplay mechanics are intuitive yet deep, allowing for both casual and hardcore players to enjoy.”
- “Each level presents a fresh challenge, keeping the gameplay engaging and rewarding.”
- “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I found the controls to be unresponsive, which made the gameplay frustrating.”
- “The difficulty spikes are inconsistent, leading to a disjointed gameplay experience.”