Zup! Y

About

Zup! Y is a single player action game. It was developed by Quiet River and was released on November 20, 2024. It received very positive reviews from players.

Minimal physical puzzle with explosions. The player's goal to keep the blue ball on the platform for 3 seconds in order to pass the level. ▪ 60 Levels ▪ Physics ▪ Portals ▪ Lasers ▪ Achievements ▪ Puzzles ▪ Zupiod!Trading CardsCredits"Zup!" powered by Clickteam Fusion 2.5 Music: Scott Buckley - EFFERVESCENCE The basis is taken an example of Sergio Andre

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95%

Audience ScoreBased on 80 reviews

graphics1 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Zup! Y offers satisfying, physics-based puzzles with a minimalist design that emphasizes clarity and function.
The game features a good variety of challenges, with new elements introduced gradually to keep gameplay engaging.
Achievement hunters will enjoy the vast number of unlockable achievements that add a layer of fun and customization to the experience.

Many levels start off too easy, with a lack of challenge in the early stages, which may frustrate players looking for a more engaging experience.
The game does not introduce significantly new mechanics, leading to a sense of repetition as players progress through the levels.
Some players have noted issues with the physics engine, causing unpredictable ball behavior that can detract from the overall puzzle-solving experience.

gameplay
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
65%
21%
The gameplay features a blend of cosmic-themed jigsaw puzzles and traditional mechanics centered around controlling a blue ball on a platform, with an emphasis on skill over luck. Players navigate through sixty levels filled with escalating challenges, including portals and lasers, while maintaining the core focus on stability and control. The game offers engaging variations that enhance the experience without introducing frustration, making it a satisfying mix of tricky puzzles and arcade elements.
- “Each level introduces slight variations that keep the gameplay engaging without ever becoming frustrating.”
- “The central premise is deceptively simple: you need to keep a blue ball on a platform for a few seconds, but the environments, hazards, and mechanics that surround that objective quickly escalate the difficulty.”
- “Over the course of sixty levels, you are introduced to obstacles such as portals, lasers, and explosive triggers that alter the flow of play, gradually building complexity while never straying from the series’ core mechanic of stability and control.”
- “Y is compact by design, and while the sixty puzzles are neatly presented, the mechanics themselves do not evolve dramatically over the course of the game.”
story
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The reviews indicate a consensus that the game lacks a meaningful or engaging story, with several users explicitly stating there is no story to speak of, and one even comparing it unfavorably to other narratives.
- “What story?”
- “Twilight was a better love story than this”
- “No story”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
83%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessively tedious and time-consuming, often requiring significant dedication and even the use of macros to manage the workload. Many reviewers express that the grinding can feel overwhelming, suggesting that it may demand more time than most players are willing to invest.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life, maybe some macros, and a will to live for grinding.”
- “Most (if not all) levels are just tedious.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The graphics are praised for their clean visuals and smooth animations, contributing to a calming and enjoyable experience, complemented by a relaxing soundtrack.
- “The clean visuals, relaxing soundtrack, and smooth animations make it a genuinely enjoyable experience for players looking for something both calming and mentally stimulating.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
67%
The music in the game is highly praised for its relaxing and enjoyable quality, enhancing the overall experience alongside the clean visuals and smooth animations. Players appreciate the soundtrack, which complements the challenging puzzles, although some note that the gameplay can be frustrating at times due to unpredictable mechanics.
- “The clean visuals, relaxing soundtrack, and smooth animations make it a genuinely enjoyable experience for players looking for something both calming and mentally stimulating.”
- “Love the music and the puzzles are really challenging at later levels.”
- “Lost some of my sanity, but the achievements and the soundtrack were worth it (though the balls act very randomly sometimes, which makes it harder to figure out what to do).”
- “Love the music, and the puzzles are really challenging at later levels.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere is characterized by a minimalist audio design, where sound effects are subtle and primarily serve as functional feedback for gameplay mechanics rather than creating an immersive soundscape.
- “The audio design mirrors a minimalist approach: sound effects are subtle and functional, serving primarily as feedback for movement, collisions, and environmental triggers rather than attempting to immerse players with atmospheric soundscapes.”
- “The game's atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing players into its world with stunning visuals and a haunting soundtrack that perfectly complements the environment.”
- “Every corner of the game is filled with a palpable tension, enhanced by the eerie silence and occasional ambient sounds that keep players on edge.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players report that the game's levels are well-designed and that gameplay runs smoothly, indicating effective optimization.
- “The levels work well and the gameplay runs smoothly.”
- “The optimization of the game ensures a seamless experience, allowing for fluid movement and quick loading times.”
- “I appreciate how the developers have fine-tuned the performance, making it accessible even on lower-end devices.”