Underplayed Gems

Element4l (2013)

Element4l cover
Developer
I-Illusions
Platforms
Windows, Linux
Genres
Action, Indie
Rating
4.2 of 5, 655 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 5.1 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

a smooth, atmospheric platformer that challenges reflexes with a flowing, almost meditative rhythm

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What players say

Players praise the unique elemental switching mechanic and the soundtrack, but they warn the game is deceptively hard for its soothing looks. The short 16-level campaign requires precise timing with physics that can feel erratic, making each clear satisfying yet frustrating.

Screenshots

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