Colored Effects is the latest release from the ever-dependable indie publishers Flynn’s Arcade, who, this time, bring us an engaging platform puzzler whose fiendishly-designed levels test the reflexes as much as they test the grey matter.
The game boasts a minimalist visual style that’s well suited to the deceptively tricky gameplay. But despite the cute and colourful logo and the simple visuals, don’t be lulled into a false sense of security, Colored Effects gets tricky fast. After a nice gentle start with the first level you’re then thrown into an unforgiving boss battle that may prove too steep a difficulty curve for some.
On one hand, the high difficulty level of Colored Effects can prove frustrating, especially if you find yourself repeating the same level over and over, but the flipside of this is the huge sense of satisfaction you feel upon finally beating a particularly difficult level.
The developers must be commended for their commitment to accessibility, making their colour-based game accessible to colour blind players, via its colour blind mode.
If you’re after a challenging workout that taxes your mind and fingers equally, you’ll certainly find it with Colored Effects. Available now from the eshop for less than a fiver.
