Out of Line
Release Date: June 23, 2021
Arcade, platformers, 2D, adventure elements, indie games, side-scroll, singleplayer
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Platform game with adventure game elements, in which we play as a boy named San. Game protagonist of Out of Line escapes from a dangerous factory, using his javelin and help of his allies.
Out of Line is a platform game with adventure game elements. It was developed by an independent Portuguese studio Nerd Monkeys and was published by Hatinh Interactive.
Plot
The main character of Out of Line is a boy named San. During the game we follow the protagonist in his escape from the factory, which used to be his home. The case is not easy, because the facility has been taken over by a sinister entity. Fortunately, our protagonist is not alone and is not defenseless - he can count on the help of his allies and deal with any adversities encountered with the help of his javelin.
Mechanics
Out of Line is a side-scroller. Traversing various locations, we have to show not only dexterity, but also ingenuity. The former comes in handy while overcoming terrain obstacles and jumping on platforms, while a sharp mind is necessary to solve numerous environmental puzzles. To deal with the puzzles, we have to use the javelin, with which we interact with the environment; we can, for example, use it as a lever or throw it at hard to reach switches. As San can't fight, he often has to dodge the enemies he encounters on his way. As the protagonist progresses, he also encounters friendly characters who are willing to help him in his perilous crossing.
Technical aspects
The graphic design of Out of Line was kept in the original style, which makes this production similar to a painting painted with watercolors.
Videos and Screens
[1:09] Out of Line launch trailer
[2:30] Out of Line gameplay trailer #1
Eurogamer: by Vikki Blake
This platformer is perfectly perfunctory in every way.
Pure Nintendo: 8 / 10 by Kirstie Summers
Out of Line is a simple, sweet game with clever puzzles scattered through a beautifully dystopian steampunk setting that suffers only from its short length.
VGamingNews: 7 / 10 by Andrew O'Donnell
Nerd Monkeys have done an excellent job compacting a light puzzle platformer into a small space and painting it absolutely beautifully. You aren’t going to find a world beating new mechanic for puzzle platformers and you might have to crack your mind wide open to find the story but I’d say it’s a worthwhile pick up despite its few shortcomings.
Out of Line Summary
Platforms:
PC Windows June 23, 2021
PlayStation 4 cancelled
Xbox One November 19, 2021
Nintendo Switch July 7, 2021
Developer: Nerd Monkeys
Publisher: Hatinh Interactive
Age restrictions: none
Out of Line System Requirements
PC / Windows
Minimum: Intel Core i5-2500 3.3 GHz / AMD FX-6350 3.9 GHz, 2 GB RAM, graphic card 256 MB GeForce 6500 / Radeon X1550 or better, 500 MB HDD, Windows 7/8.1/10 64-bit
Recommended: Intel Core i7-920 2.7 GHz / AMD Phenom II X4 945 3.0 GHz, 4 GB RAM, graphic card 2 GB GeForce GTX 660 / Radeon R9 270 or better, 500 MB HDD, Windows 10 64-bit