ilomilo

 Xbox 360
User Score
8.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 61 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 49 out of 61
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 61
  3. Negative: 3 out of 61

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  1. dupplawt
    Mar 26, 2012
    8
    Ilomilo is a fun puzzle game with a rustic art style and a cute sound design. The characters are instantly memorable and the levels increase in difficultly with progress. There is also a leader board to compare your completion 'steps' with your friends, and the world - although it appears the leader board has been hacked with all levels being completed in 1 step (impossible). ForIlomilo is a fun puzzle game with a rustic art style and a cute sound design. The characters are instantly memorable and the levels increase in difficultly with progress. There is also a leader board to compare your completion 'steps' with your friends, and the world - although it appears the leader board has been hacked with all levels being completed in 1 step (impossible). For £10 it is a worthwhile purchase for puzzle game fans.… Expand
  2. Coolbutlame
    Oct 24, 2011
    8
    A fun game that combines the charm of a Winnie the Pooh story with the challenge of a great puzzler. The gameplay like any good puzzle game is easy to catch on to but hard to master, and the slight frustrations of getting all the safkas together while avoiding obstacles makes joining the two friends back together all the more fun. The story mode is a perfect combination of happy,A fun game that combines the charm of a Winnie the Pooh story with the challenge of a great puzzler. The gameplay like any good puzzle game is easy to catch on to but hard to master, and the slight frustrations of getting all the safkas together while avoiding obstacles makes joining the two friends back together all the more fun. The story mode is a perfect combination of happy, depressing, and cute, and the cameo appearances from other notable downloadable games is a treat. A great game that manages to be safe for the whole family.… Expand
  3. cmlabianca
    Oct 19, 2011
    9
    With the proliferation of mobile devices, there is certainly no shortage of puzzle games these days. However, ilomilo should not be overlooked as
  4. JON_RYO
    Oct 19, 2011
    5
    Have played this game in co-op on many occasions, and after one or two levels I am bored, the music is giving me a headache and I just don't like this game at all, it does have a nice humour to the proceedings but it's not enough to keep me playing or interested in finishing the game. Not my cup of tea.
  5. Watermelon789
    Aug 22, 2011
    8
    Please people don't start talking thrash about this cute game. Ilomilo has an innovative puzzle gameplay that adults/and children will love, set with colorful graphics, whimsy music is a most own tittle. The game consist in trying to find your friend milo or ilo, ( whatever, or vice-versa) that is on the other side, so you need to find a way to get to the other side and find your partnerPlease people don't start talking thrash about this cute game. Ilomilo has an innovative puzzle gameplay that adults/and children will love, set with colorful graphics, whimsy music is a most own tittle. The game consist in trying to find your friend milo or ilo, ( whatever, or vice-versa) that is on the other side, so you need to find a way to get to the other side and find your partner . XBLA is really getting varied with their games.… Expand
  6. darth_n8r
    Jun 14, 2011
    9
    A great game for all the reasons already mentioned. (although the soundtrack definitely tops my list)

    ...and it was perfect for playing through with my kids. I could enjoy the quality while my boys enjoyed the cuteness.
  7. MrMushroom
    Jun 3, 2011
    9
    Like many others, I was pleasantly surprised by this one. The puzzles offered more of a challenge than I expected which was enjoyable. The game has a wonderful artistic look and a soundtrack that you just can't get out of your head. Splendid.
  8. Joelthethief
    Mar 23, 2011
    10
    Ilomilo is a great 3d puzzle game. Its artsy look give it a feel all of its own and tiny beautiful touches abound in all the right places. From the piano notes that play in the selection menu to the indie game cameos that keep popping up, the game does a lot to pull you in with its personality alone.
    But personality can only get you so far. Thankfully, the game play is also wonderful.    Ilomilo is a great 3d puzzle game. Its artsy look give it a feel all of its own and tiny beautiful touches abound in all the right places. From the piano notes that play in the selection menu to the indie game cameos that keep popping up, the game does a lot to pull you in with its personality alone.
    But personality can only get you so far. Thankfully, the game play is also wonderful. The idea is simple: reunite the two main characters Ilo and Milo to beat the puzzle. Along the way you can collect art, music from the sound track and little bean shaped characters called Safkas (named after Melanie Safka) that unlock super difficult levels. It works well and the difficulty curve is forgiving. Theres also a nice story (yes, a story in a puzzle game). Its cute and even somewhat sad. It all blends together well with the game play and is full of symbolism. All in all, its a great game thats well worth the price of $10 ($12 if you count the downloadable content). If you love inspired art and have a secret love of difficult puzzle games, get it!    … Expand
  9. JeffK
    Jan 9, 2011
    9
    I'd give it a 12 if it existed, but the camera is so bad that it's worth 3 points off anyway, so I'll settle for a 9. Really, it's a fantastic game, please download the demo and give it a try. It does have one big downside, though (I don't think the demo goes far enough into the game for you to tell how bad it is), and that is this: Be prepared to be constantly fighting with the cameraI'd give it a 12 if it existed, but the camera is so bad that it's worth 3 points off anyway, so I'll settle for a 9. Really, it's a fantastic game, please download the demo and give it a try. It does have one big downside, though (I don't think the demo goes far enough into the game for you to tell how bad it is), and that is this: Be prepared to be constantly fighting with the camera throughout the game. Despite that, however, it has been a very long time since I've found a puzzle game that I enjoyed this much (the last one being Supaplex, which should tell you how long it has been LOL). I really hope they make an Ilomilo 2, full-blown (not just an Arcade game) complete with a better camera and a level design feature.… Expand
  10. morrillo
    Jan 8, 2011
    10
    The style and presentation of this game are wonderful. However, you don't expect the puzzles themselves to be so clever and enjoyable. This is one of the most wonderful XBLA titles I have played, right up there (but just below) Trials HD and Shadow Complex.
    Let us hope they release more levels via DLC.
  11. TiKiMaN1
    Jan 7, 2011
    9
    I was surprised by ilomilo. It really is a fantatsic puzzle game. It also has an excellent soundtrack. If you are sitting on the fence about this one at least play through the trial.
  12. Rumsy
    Jan 6, 2011
    8
    First impressions when you look at 'ilomilo' is the style, the colourful and somewhat bohemian style are a easy on the eyes. There is a different soundtrack for each different world and is constantly refreshing and relaxing. The game is pure 3 dimensional puzzles, this means there are no health bars, plat-forming or skill involved which may be a turn-off to some. From having completed indyFirst impressions when you look at 'ilomilo' is the style, the colourful and somewhat bohemian style are a easy on the eyes. There is a different soundtrack for each different world and is constantly refreshing and relaxing. The game is pure 3 dimensional puzzles, this means there are no health bars, plat-forming or skill involved which may be a turn-off to some. From having completed indy games such as 'Braid' and 'Limbo' I thought I was average more or less at puzzle games, the later levels prove to be very challenging and only truly great minds will complete it first time without having to come back.

    My only gripe with the game was the camera, it always seems to be either too far away or too close when toggling between the views with the Y button, also it moves at ninety degree angles and is not as flexible as I would of hoped and therefore caused me some motion sickness after a couple hours.

    Visuals-9, Originality-9, Game-play-7, Sound-9.    … Expand
  13. morrillo
    Jan 8, 2011
    10
    The style and presentation of this game are wonderful. However, you don't expect the puzzles themselves to be so clever and enjoyable. This is one of the most wonderful XBLA titles I have played, right up there (but just below) Trials HD and Shadow Complex.
    Let us hope they release more levels via DLC.

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#54 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2011

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Metascore
81

Generally favorable reviews - based on 53 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 48 out of 53
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 53
  3. Negative: 0 out of 53
  1. DailyGame
    Dec 12, 2011
    75
    Excellent co-op puzzle game that in this reviewers opinion, tries far too hard to be cute and quirky which forces the game off the mark.
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  2. Xbox World 360 Magazine UK
    Mar 21, 2011
    80
    A gently challenging head-scratcher with lovely presentation and a worthwhile story to tell. [May 2011, p.121]
  3. Gamer.no
    Mar 7, 2011
    80
    Ilomilo is charming, no doubt. But it's also a well balanced puzzle platformer with elements that captures and entertains throughout.
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