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iO
iOControl a shape‑shifting ball to master physics puzzles and race to the finish.
Timeball
TimeballNavigate winding mazes and race the clock in this mind‑bending puzzle challenge
Overview
Description

iO is a physics‑driven platformer where you guide a ball through increasingly challenging levels. By growing or shrinking the ball you alter its speed and weight, letting you build momentum and solve puzzles. The game blends fast‑paced racing with thoughtful puzzle design, encouraging players to experiment with the laws of physics to achieve gold‑medal times. Single‑player only, it offers a sleek indie experience across all major platforms.

Timeball puts you in control of a rolling ball that must travel through intricate tubing puzzles. By shifting pieces of the maze, you keep the ball moving while racing against a relentless timer. The game offers 100 increasingly difficult levels and a unique edit mode that lets you design your own challenges, supporting both solo play and split‑screen multiplayer for friends.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Platformers
Puzzle Games
Best for
Players who enjoy physics puzzles and fast platforming
Puzzle enthusiasts and retro gamers
Specifications
Specifications
developer
Gamious
Hudson Soft, Tonkin House, Now Production
publisher
Gamious
NEC, Hudson Soft, Tonkin House, Brøderbund Software
age rating
PEGI 3, ESRB E
ESRB E
multiplayer
Single player
Single player, Multiplayer, Split screen
critic score
73/100
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General
release date
2014-12-05
1990-12-31
msrp
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$19.99
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Innovative size‑changing mechanic adds depth to platforming.
  • Fast, responsive controls across all platforms.
  • Replay value with time‑trial medals.
  • Compact levels that are easy to pick up and play.
  • Addictive timed puzzles
  • Robust level editor
  • Local multiplayer split‑screen
  • Retro aesthetic appeals to nostalgia
Cons
  • Limited content after completing all levels.
  • No multiplayer or co‑op modes.
  • Visual style may feel minimalist to some players.
  • Limited to single‑player and local multiplayer only
  • No online leaderboards
  • Graphics are dated by modern standards
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