Tech Olive

With such a simple premise, Crayon Physics Deluxe really delivers. Using physics to manipulate the world and the objects that you create, in the attempt to get a little red ball to the star(s) to pass each level. There are some amazing levels that force you to use your imagination in ways you never quite thought you would have to.

Many would have overlooked this game, marked it as just a simple, casual game for the casual gamers in the world. The truth is that this game is for anyone. It’s as complex and intelligent as you want to make it. Most of the levels can be beaten within a few minutes after you get the grasp of the situation and get the right angle. However, if you want to spend an hour or more building some Rube Goldberg-type contraption to get to the objective, then that is what you can do. I’m sure there are many people that just don’t understand the point of that. If you can do it simply and quickly then why wouldn’t you? It’s a matter of preference, if you want to spend more time creating more complex solutions, it will feel much more rewarding when you reach your goal.

The visuals in the game make it feel very simple and pretty, while the nice music keeps you calm and happy. The controls consist of clicking to draw your shape, and right-clicking to remove your created object. This game also supports tablet-PC controls, allowing you to literally draw your shapes with your stylus, rather then using your mouse and clicking. Unfortunately I was not able to try this feature because I don’t have the hardware to support it.

The beauty of this game is that it comes with a level creator built into the game itself. So, if you do crave more exciting and seemingly impossible levels, then you are encouraged to do so. There is even an area on Crayon Physics’ website where you can upload your finished maps, for others to download, play and judge. Because of how simple and brilliant this little game is, it really is a triumph.

Score: 9 Olives