Overview

In Narbacular Drop you explore a 3D dungeon and overcome obstacles using unique portal gameplay. Its non-violent, low-intensity, simple gameplay appeals to gamers of all ages and skill levels. The unique portal gameplay makes for a very fun and memorable game experience.


The player controls the Princess character who has been captured by the a demon. The demon has trapped her in his dungeon lair, known as Wally. Wally is a sentient dungeon and has the ability to open portal holes on his walls. These portals connect to each other and any object moving into one portal will come out the other. Wally is resentful of his owner demon owner, so he joins with the Princess to help her escape. In exchange, she agrees to free Wally by directing his portal power to vanquish the demon.


This portal system is a technical feature that is demonstrated in a few games to date, and has never before been the central focus of a game. The concept is two interconnecting portals that can be freely placed by the player. When looking into one portal, the viewer sees out the other and vice versa. The added feature of moving through the portals allows for many unique gameplay possibilities. Combining portals with the basic physics simulation allows for a huge level of interactivity. Players can toss boxes, boulders, or even themselves around the dungeon. Players can come up with their own creative solutions to overcome the challenges in each level.


The portal interface is very simple. The left mouse button fires the a blue portal, which appears on the wall, ceiling, or floor in front of the player. The right mouse button fires a red portal. Only one of each portal can be open at a time. This allows for a fast learning curve and low-intensity gameplay.


Review

Narbacular Drop unique portal gameplay spread it by word of mouth from gamer to gamer, far and wide. It's been played by thousands and has become a small phenomenon. TV shows, news papers, magazines, radio shows, internet news sites, forums, and blogs around the world have been talking about it. It's been nominated for awards in two independent game festivals. But most importantly, individuals have taken the time to write their opinions on Narbacular Drop.


Don't judge Narbacular Drop by the screenshots (or its unwieldy name). What appears to be a slightly shabby looking platformer is actually one of the most creative action/puzzle games we've seen in ages. ~Game Informer


As with old puzzlers like Tecmo's Solomon's Key, Narbacular Drop homes in on a single interactive mechanic and designs the world around it, rather than diluting itself with competing ideas, giving it a sense of cohesion even at its most experimental. ~Edge


Probably one of the most original games I've played in the last 5 years. For a guy, like me, who plays 20 games a week for this show, and 19 of them suck, I really appreciate when a game brings something original and innovative, and actually makes me work my brain in a fun way. ~Gamers Daily


... my play experience tended towards eschewing any traditional game advancement and instead attempting to create the most convoluted infinite loops using the portals. Really, there's something incredibly fun about creating Escher-esque worlds. ~The Next Quarter


But for fans of esoteric, nonviolent, or plain innovative gameplay, it's definitely worth a look. ~GameMaker


Bizarre and confusing. And fun. ~Late Night PC


Ignore the name. This is a genius little platform puzzle concept that I got quite into at GDC. ... DOWNLOAD AND LOVE IT. ~Noooz


Although I have no idea what "narbacular" means, this game is pretty radnormous. ... Definitely worth a download. ~sQuizirrel


Basically, you...You know, it's hard for me to explain things like this. It get[s] complicated, but it's so neat. Just believe me when I say it's worth downloading. ~Omeganitros


Guys thank! you for very very very god games !!!!!!!!!!!!!! ~Provod