Sym

The art style caught my eye when I was browsing through some indie games. This game isn't bad, but it's not incredible either. "Sym" isn't worth the original price or when I bought it on sale. You're just paying for the experience. The game starts off giving you the basics on how to play. Nothing complicated at all. (Arrow keys to move around or A,S,D,W)... Read more

Sym is hard to really give a yay or nay on due to the fact that it's very much an experience that will be based on each individual. The game hits themes surronding social anxiety disorder, and those who are unfamilar with the affliction won't find a game that can make up for in its mechanics or gameplay. The gameplay is alright, there's a level of precision... Read more

Sym suffers from the "been there done that" mentality. In the crowded field that is the puzzle/platformers genre, it is ridiculously hard to make your game stand out, be fun, and unique. Sym attempts this with its moody tones/art and some upside down platforming. In the description of the game, you play Josh, a teenage boy with social anxiety disorder.... Read more

Allow yourself to go deeper: At it’s most basic level Sym is a puzzle-platformer similar in style to a number of other titles on Steam. For those who just want to get that out of it then you will. However, for those who allow themselves to philosophise about the game you’ll get so much more. I really would like to challenge you to do so because what... Read more

Below you'll find a video and written impression on the game https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-wz9otzZ0wc Sym is an interesting puzzle platformer that utilizes both the negative and positive space in the level design. You'll be trying to get from point A to point B, but there are multiple dangers and obstacles to over come in each map. From dangerous... Read more