I am not a big fan of sokoban-style puzzles because most of the time i simply find them tedious. Imbroglio is a much appreciated exception. Around every five to ten puzzles a new mechanic is introduced which allows for sufficient variety. Furthermore, I found that the layout of each puzzle was very well readable in terms of which intermediate goals are logically required to reach the end goal. Which is not to say that the puzzles are easy. Especially towards the end of the game difficulty ramps up and keeps the puzzles interesting. It took me 4.2 hours to finish the game which means about six minutes per puzzle. Finally, I really enjoyed the visuals and the music of the game. For me these two provided the foundation to really immerse myself in the well-crafted puzzles. The only two things I found that could be improved are [list] [*]the controls (in my opinion they are too sensitive and often caused me to make moves that I didn't want to make) [*]the view adjustment (in two, maybe t...
Imbroglio
- Release Date:
- Nov 4, 2019
- Developer:
- Rostislav Pogosian
- Publisher:
- Rostislav Pogosian
- Platforms:
- Windows
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About This Game
The game features over 40 puzzles scattered across 7 diverse and stylized worlds. Every new world adds something new to the gameplay and combines it with already familiar game mechanics.
Even though the game is based on sokoban, puzzles are not about just pushing boxes around. Each puzzle is unique and communicates a new idea. Which you, as a player, need to explore to find the solution.
If you're up for some challenging puzzles and atmospheric worlds, then this is a game for you!
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User Reviews
[b]imbroglio[/b] is your garden variety 3d sokoban with stylish presentation, pleasant music and a few less traditional mechanics. there are [b]7 big levels (worlds) with multiple puzzles each[/b], adding up to about 40, with the goal of grabbing keys by pushing special blocks onto pressure plates to open gates. puzzles are connected by paths and can usually be done in any order within a location, so puzzle select, as tedious as it is, is a thing, but [b]already finished areas can't be replayed[/b], start over from the very beginning, sucker. the only progress indicator is the number of remaining keys in the current place, no level numbers anywhere. [b]pushing and pulling[/b] are both possible, supposedly making things less stressful and tedious, but worry not, there's plenty of both on offer. movement speed is surprisingly fast but [b]controls are way too sensitive, to the point of being frustrating[/b]. initially not so much, but world 3 introduces climbable boxes and falling to yo...
[i]"Imbroglio: an intricate entanglement".[/i] I don't usually play this kind of puzzle games. I am more used to 1st person puzzlers, but the beautiful graphics and soundtrack as well as all the positive reviews incited me to try out this game. And I don't regret it. Solving the game puzzles was actually really fun. [b]Gameplay[/b] We play as some shade character that can push and pull some cubes around. The game being in 3D, the shade can also move up and down, but only one vertical tile at a time, otherwise it can fall to its death. We use the WASD keys to move, the space key to grab a cube, the Q and E to rotate the map and the Z key to cancel the last move. There is also a reset R key, but I do not recommend using that one as it is currently glitchy. [b]Puzzles[/b] The definition above is a very good description of what kind of puzzle game Imbroglio is: different sets of puzzles tangled together. And it was done ingeniously. The game has 7 different levels or maps, each int...
Nice puzzle game. Some pretty tricky levels. If you're into puzzles definitely worth a try.
Sub-par camera? Check. Fiddly controls? Check. Glitchy reset and undo buttons? Check. Buy Pushmo or English Country Tune instead.
fun and smart puzzle game which is has some cool challenges but it was short actually! good for who wants to pass some time https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2146292283
Still playing, but I quite like this. EDIT: I finished the game. The puzzles, overall, were pretty inventive and challenging, especially when height becomes a factor and the game makes proper use of its 3D perspective.
Why I can't move at the beginning???? The optimizing is so bad. All is foggy and these can't turn into clear status, this seems a slow world and every movement/controlling is very very very slow then it still keep this status although I close sync. I can't play anything although the art in the game is good. Goodbye.
I love 'block' puzzle games, and Imbroglio kept me entertained! :) Nice simple style and the puzzles were good and well designed, with new mechanics being introduced as you progress. If you're into puzzle games, you should try this one out.
While the last 3 areas of the game have some interesting puzzles, the areas before that are kind of dull because they don't offer anything new to the player. And even in the areas that are more interesting, the puzzles are still often repetitive. It's also somewhat unpolished, with some design flaws(no speeding up when holding undo button, no visual distinction between active and inactive blue block, pressing "r" more than once keeps restarting you earlier and earlier, deleting your progress). Overall, it has some appeal, but not really worthwhile.
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System Requirements
Minimum
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS *: Windows 7 x64
- Processor: 1.8GHz
- Memory: 2 GB RAM
- Graphics: Nvidia 650 ti or similar ATI
- Storage: 3 GB available space
- Sound Card: Required
Recommended
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10 x64
- Processor: 2.3GHz
- Memory: 2 GB RAM
- Graphics: Nvidia 1050 ti or similar ATI
- Storage: 3 GB available space
- Sound Card: Required
FAQ
How much does Imbroglio cost?
Imbroglio costs $5.99.
What are the system requirements for Imbroglio?
Minimum: Minimum: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS *: Windows 7 x64 Processor: 1.8GHz Memory: 2 GB RAM Graphics: Nvidia 650 ti or similar ATI Storage: 3 GB available space Sound Card: Required Recommended: Recommended: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Windows 10 x64 Processor: 2.3GHz Memory: 2 GB RAM Graphics: Nvidia 1050 ti or similar ATI Storage: 3 GB available space Sound Card: Required
What platforms is Imbroglio available on?
Imbroglio is available on Windows PC.
Is Imbroglio worth buying?
Imbroglio has 75% positive reviews from 16 players.
When was Imbroglio released?
Imbroglio was released on Nov 4, 2019.
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