The beloved PC game, Timelie, known for its unique charm and intricate mechanics, has now made its way to Android in early access. This stealth puzzle adventure game lets you take control of a young girl with precognitive abilities and her charming cat companion as they navigate a world filled with evil robots.
What Do You Do in Timelie?
In Timelie, you're immersed in a time-bending stealth puzzle experience where your main adversaries are relentless robots. Your mission is to outsmart these mechanical foes by sneaking past them, solving complex puzzles, and manipulating time. You can pause, rewind, and fast-forward time to strategize the perfect sequence of actions to progress, whether that's moving forward or backward in the timeline.
The game's core challenge lies in outwitting the robots to escape their grasp. You'll need to piece together the narrative through atmospheric cues and character interactions. Controlling both the girl and the cat simultaneously, you must synchronize their movements to avoid detection. The cat can serve as a distraction, allowing the girl to sneak past unnoticed.
One of the refreshing aspects of Timelie is how it handles failure. Instead of forcing you to redo entire sections, you can simply drag the timeline back to retry different tactics, making the experience less frustrating for a stealth puzzle game.
The cat isn't just a distraction; it can access areas the girl can't reach, adding another layer to the puzzle-solving. However, true to its nature, the cat can sometimes be more of a hindrance than a help, which adds a playful dynamic to the game.
Timelie's difficulty ramps up cleverly. Initially, it's all about mastering the basics and getting the timing right. As you progress, the focus shifts to synchronizing the actions of both characters without setting off alarms.
Some levels contain optional hidden challenges known as relics, which offer additional rewards for those willing to delve deeper into the game's intricacies. Here's a sneak peek at Timelie in action:
A Surreal Sci-Fi World
Timelie's world is brought to life with vibrant, abstract visuals that breathe life into even the most abandoned settings. The game's art style, coupled with its colorful palette and thematic context, creates an immersive experience that's visually appealing enough to draw players in for the aesthetics alone.
Snapbreak is behind the mobile adaptation, while Urnique Studio developed the original game. You can download Timelie from the Google Play Store and enjoy Act 1 for free.
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