YAPP: Yet Another Puzzle Platformer
- December 1, 2017
- Artless Games
Get on Steam"YAPP: Yet Another Puzzle Platformer" is a challenging game that offers innovative puzzle mechanics, including the use of boxes that interact with your two abilities in unique ways. With its high difficulty level, it aims to provide satisfying "WOW" moments as you solve each level by combining your skills in precise jumps, cloning, and grappling. This game is designed for players seeking a stimulating and rewarding puzzle platformer experience.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a unique and challenging puzzle experience that encourages creative problem-solving.
- Despite its minimalistic graphics, the game is filled with charm and features a great soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
- The mechanics, while janky, allow for innovative gameplay and outside-the-box thinking, making it a fun challenge for puzzle enthusiasts.
- Certain levels require pixel-perfect execution of mechanics that are not well explained, leading to frustration for players.
- The lack of a quit button and minimal polish can detract from the overall experience, making it feel rough around the edges.
- The game may be too short and difficult for some players, with a steep learning curve that could discourage casual gamers.
- gameplay14 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a mix of challenging puzzles and mechanics that require precise execution, such as a poorly explained 'double-jump' that demands pixel-perfect timing. While the graphics may not stand out, the game is praised for its thoughtful design and the effort put into its puzzles, making it a quick yet engaging experience for players who enjoy mastering seemingly simple mechanics. However, some players feel that the focus on mechanical execution detracts from the puzzle-solving aspect they prefer in platformers.
“Overall a quick, fun game to get you to explore and master all of the seemingly simple mechanics.”
“The mechanics are fun to execute, and it's a well-made game that is pretty tricky given the few mechanics it has.”
“The graphics aren't exactly impressive, but don't let them fool you; this game has a ton of love and effort put into the puzzles and mechanics.”
“When I play puzzle platformers, I want the issue to be the puzzle complexity, not mechanical execution.”
“Even on 2-1 (traditionally the first level in a new world teaches mechanics), you're given no hints to a somewhat tricky physics puzzle.”
“The graphics aren't exactly impressive but don't let them fool you, this game has a ton of love and effort put into the puzzles and mechanics.”
- graphics6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are described as simple and not particularly impressive, yet they possess a charming quality that complements the game's heartfelt puzzles and mechanics. While they may not stand out visually, the overall design reflects the developers' dedication and adds to the game's endearing nature.
“Like the developer's chatty commentary inside levels, the graphics are simple, but very endearing.”
- music4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game, featuring creative commons tracks, is highly praised for being catchy and enjoyable, significantly enhancing the overall gaming experience. Reviewers consistently highlight the soundtrack as a standout element that effectively ties the game together.
“The music in this game, while all of it is creative commons, is an absolute bop.”
“A great soundtrack really ties together the experience.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is characterized by a friendly and casual vibe, successfully creating an authentic experience for players.
“There's a friendly, casual atmosphere, and it succeeds in being authentic.”
