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The Floor is Jelly

PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac • 2014

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Quick resume

The Floor is Jelly is a game that answers the question: what if everything you touched was made of jello?

Global score

84/100

Genres

Indie, Puzzle, Platform

Pros

  • Unique jelly physics mechanic
  • Beautiful art and animation
  • Relaxing and dynamic soundtrack
  • Creative and varied level design
  • Nonlinear exploration with secrets

Cons

  • Controller support issues initially
  • Difficulty spikes and frustrating late levels
  • Short game length
  • Some technical glitches reported
  • Lack of narrative and customization

Motivations

  • Autonomy
    4

    "Players can explore levels at their own pace with nonlinear structure and choose their path through hubs."

  • Competence
    3

    "Progressive difficulty with skill-based platforming and puzzles, though some frustration reported in later levels."

  • Competition
    -4

    "Focus is on personal exploration and puzzle solving without leaderboards or direct competition."

  • Continuation
    2

    "Players often replay the game multiple times and enjoy secrets, though some quit due to difficulty spikes."

  • Cooperation
    -5

    "Entirely single-player experience with no cooperative elements."

  • Creativity
    5

    "Highly creative jelly physics mechanic and level design with unique themes and evolving gameplay."

  • Domination
    -5

    "No elements of exerting control or superiority over others; purely individual experience."

  • Escapism
    4

    "Relaxing, immersive atmosphere with calming music and visuals that help players escape real-life stress."

  • Expectation
    -5

    "Players engage voluntarily out of intrinsic interest and appreciation for the unique mechanics."

  • Experimenting
    5

    "Players constantly explore new mechanics and puzzle solutions as the game evolves."

  • Exploration
    4

    "Nonlinear levels with secrets and hidden terminals encourage curiosity-driven exploration."

  • Expression
    -3

    "No character customization or avatar personalization; focus is on gameplay and environment."

  • Fantasy
    3

    "Abstract, surreal jelly world with imaginative physics and environments."

  • Fellowship
    -5

    "No social or community features; solo play only."

  • Growth
    3

    "Players learn and master unique physics and puzzles, improving skill over time."

  • Health
    -5

    "Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity or health-related features."

  • Idle
    -4

    "Requires focused attention and precise timing; not suitable for casual or background play."

  • Intimacy
    -5

    "No social interaction or relationship building."

  • Leadership
    -5

    "No leadership or group management roles."

  • Progression
    3

    "Progression through levels and unlocking new areas; some secret achievements add to collection."

  • Relaxation
    4

    "Calming music and visuals create a relaxing experience despite some challenging sections."

  • Sensation
    3

    "Enjoyable visual and auditory stimuli with dynamic jelly physics and colorful art."

  • Status
    -5

    "No social recognition or ranking systems."

  • Story
    -3

    "Minimal to no narrative; experience driven by gameplay and atmosphere rather than plot."

  • Strategy
    3

    "Puzzles require problem solving and planning, though platforming is also skill-based."

  • Thrill
    1

    "Some suspense in challenging jumps and puzzles, but overall a calm experience."

  • Value
    2

    "Generally perceived as worth the price especially on sale; some complaints about short length."

  • Violence
    -5

    "No combat or destruction; gameplay focuses on platforming and puzzles."

  • Survival
    -3

    "Some hazard avoidance but no strong survival or resource management elements."

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