Summary
- Release Year: 2008
- Genres: Adventure, Platform
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Developers: Exkee
- Publishers: Nobilis
I-Fluid: A Unique and Challenging Physics-Based Platformer
Released in 2008, I-Fluid is a physics-based action/platformer game developed by Exkee and published by Nobilis. The game’s protagonist is a water drop named Aqua, who must travel across a kitchen environment filled with obstacles and hazards.
I-Fluid is unique in that it uses realistic water physics to simulate Aqua’s movement. Aqua can jump, bounce, and slide around the environment, and players must use their momentum and the laws of physics to solve puzzles and progress through the game.
The game’s kitchen environment is also unique, as it is filled with everyday objects that Aqua can interact with. Aqua can use these objects to solve puzzles, such as using a knife to cut through a rope or a frying pan to bounce over a gap.
I-Fluid is a challenging game, but it is also very rewarding. The game’s physics-based gameplay is unique and engaging, and the kitchen environment is full of creative puzzles. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding platformer, then I-Fluid is definitely worth checking out.
Gameplay
I-Fluid is a side-scrolling platformer game. The player controls Aqua, a water drop, as he travels through a kitchen environment. Aqua can jump, bounce, and slide around the environment, and players must use their momentum and the laws of physics to solve puzzles and progress through the game.
The game’s kitchen environment is filled with everyday objects that Aqua can interact with. Aqua can use these objects to solve puzzles, such as using a knife to cut through a rope or a frying pan to bounce over a gap.
I-Fluid is a challenging game, but it is also very rewarding. The game’s physics-based gameplay is unique and engaging, and the kitchen environment is full of creative puzzles.
Development
I-Fluid was developed by Exkee, a small independent game development studio based in France. The game was developed using the Trinigy’s Vision Engine, which was acquired by Havok in 2011.
Exkee was founded in 2003 by three former employees of Ubisoft. The studio’s first game was Diesel Guns, a first-person shooter game that was released in 2005. After Diesel Guns, Exkee began work on I-Fluid.
I-Fluid was released for Windows in 2008. The game was a critical and commercial success, and it was praised for its unique gameplay and challenging puzzles.
Reception
I-Fluid received positive reviews from critics. The game was praised for its unique gameplay, challenging puzzles, and charming visuals.
- IGN: “I-Fluid is a unique and challenging physics-based platformer that is sure to please fans of the genre.”
- GameSpot: “I-Fluid is a clever and well-crafted game that is a lot of fun to play.”
- Eurogamer: “I-Fluid is a must-play for fans of physics-based platformers.”
I-Fluid was also a commercial success, selling over 100,000 copies worldwide. The game was nominated for several awards, including the Independent Games Festival Award for Excellence in Design.
Legacy
I-Fluid is remembered as one of the most unique and challenging physics-based platformers ever made. The game’s innovative gameplay and charming visuals have made it a cult classic among fans of the genre.
I-Fluid has also been cited as an inspiration for other physics-based platformers, such as Aqua Panic! and Sploosh!.
Conclusion
I-Fluid is a unique and challenging physics-based platformer that is sure to please fans of the genre. The game’s innovative gameplay, challenging puzzles, and charming visuals make it a must-play for any fan of platformers.
Review Score
8/10
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