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Linelight

Nintendo Switch, PC (Microsoft Windows), Linux, iOS, Oculus Quest, Mac, PlayStation 4, Android • 2017

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Quick resume

Linelight is an elegant puzzle game set in a world of lines.

Global score

97/100

Genres

Action, Adventure, Casual, Indie, Platform, Strategy, Puzzle

Pros

  • Innovative and elegant puzzle mechanics
  • Soothing and well-integrated soundtrack
  • Minimalist and beautiful visual design
  • Gradual difficulty curve with hidden challenges
  • Emotional and abstract narrative conveyed without words

Cons

  • Some puzzles require precise timing which may frustrate
  • Limited replayability beyond puzzles
  • Lack of controller button support reported by some
  • Minimalist style may not appeal to all
  • Price considered high by some for puzzle length

Motivations

  • Autonomy
    4

    "Players freely control a line moving along paths, solving puzzles with emergent mechanics and no direct instructions."

  • Competence
    4

    "Puzzles progressively increase in difficulty, requiring skillful timing, planning, and problem solving."

  • Competition
    -4

    "Focus is on personal puzzle solving and exploration without competitive elements or leaderboards."

  • Continuation
    3

    "Players engage in long sessions with many puzzles and hidden challenges encouraging extended play."

  • Cooperation
    3

    "Game features cooperative puzzle elements where players coordinate multiple lines to solve puzzles."

  • Creativity
    4

    "Players experiment with combining simple mechanics in novel ways to solve puzzles and find secrets."

  • Domination
    -5

    "No evidence of exerting control or superiority over others; gameplay is solitary and cooperative."

  • Escapism
    4

    "Minimalist visuals and soothing music provide a relaxing escape and emotional experience."

  • Expectation
    -4

    "Players engage voluntarily out of intrinsic interest and appreciation for puzzles and aesthetics."

  • Experimenting
    4

    "Encourages trying new solutions and exploring hidden puzzles and mechanics."

  • Exploration
    3

    "Includes hidden paths and secret puzzles rewarding curiosity and thorough exploration."

  • Expression
    -3

    "Minimalist art style with limited customization; expression conveyed through gameplay and music."

  • Fantasy
    -4

    "Abstract, minimalist setting with no narrative fiction; focuses on logical puzzle solving."

  • Fellowship
    2

    "Some emotional connection to in-game lines and cooperative puzzle elements, but mostly solo play."

  • Growth
    4

    "Players learn new mechanics and improve puzzle-solving skills progressively."

  • Health
    -5

    "Sedentary puzzle gameplay with no physical activity involved."

  • Idle
    -4

    "Requires focused attention and continuous engagement to solve puzzles."

  • Intimacy
    1

    "Emotional attachment to game elements is subtle and abstract, not involving social relationships."

  • Leadership
    -5

    "No leadership or group management elements present."

  • Progression
    4

    "Players progress by unlocking new puzzles, mechanics, and collecting stars."

  • Relaxation
    4

    "Soothing music and gentle pacing create a relaxing and calming experience."

  • Sensation
    3

    "Visual glow effects and musical cues provide pleasant sensory stimulation."

  • Status
    -5

    "No social recognition or status systems; focus is on individual experience."

  • Story
    3

    "Minimalist, abstract narrative conveyed through gameplay and music without text or dialogue."

  • Strategy
    4

    "Puzzles require logical thinking, planning, and problem solving with evolving mechanics."

  • Thrill
    -3

    "Generally calm and relaxing with few tense moments; some timing challenges add mild thrill."

  • Value
    3

    "Offers many hours of content with puzzles and hidden challenges, considered worth the price."

  • Violence
    -5

    "No violent content; gameplay focuses on constructive puzzle solving."

  • Survival
    -4

    "No survival or threat avoidance mechanics; stable puzzle environment."

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