So I have been hearing much things about Braid which recently came to the PC. I acquired it illegally as per my usual modus operandi. It is enjoyable. The first level is a bit of an homage to Super Mario Bros. with a "princess is in another castle" gag at the end of the first (or 2nd?) world. It is quite gorgeous to look at with a superb musical accompaniment to boot. The thing that perhaps makes it the most novel is its Prince Of Persia (circa 2003)-esque time warping ability which essentially allows you to correct your mistakes (i.e. bumping into an enemy, falling into a bed of flaming spikes) instantaneously putting you back to a safe place before said event rendered you dead. I am not completely wowed about the concept itself however the execution makes it worthwhile as it is seamlessly integrated into gameplay allowing for it to be an effective and awesomely useful mechanic.
With all that said my attention span dithers and haven't touched it since yesterday, after my 30 min playthrough. Perhaps later I shall visit it again.
Also on the recently downloaded and in the same vein as Braid, And Yet It Moves. Looks to be another 2d artfully constructed puzzle deal. I must say I do feel a slight bit of guilt for ripping off an indie production as this is a field I wish to enter myself. However i can not justify spending my hard earned money on something I am not sure I like indie or not.
That discussion for another time.
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