Ink is a fast pacing 2D action platform. In the game you play as a white square that splashes ink all over the level, an essential mechanic as the actual platforms of the level are not visible unless covered in paint. This adds a nice feeling discovery as you don’t know how the map really is and you need to unveil it. Ink is very challenging but has a great learning curve were the game slowly adds new elements like enemies, spikes and even bosses. The controls feel good and responsive but your white square sometimes start to go too fast making very hard to control.

 

Visually Ink is absolutely beautiful and that’s very impressive because the game’s graphics are simple geometrical shapes but the splatter of the ink is what really makes this game look so unique. The sound design is good, it doesn’t try to do much but the modest and calm background music offers a nice company through the game.

 

If you are looking for interesting characters and story development then Ink isn’t the right game for you, as the game relinquishes all of those elements in order to completely focus on it’s gameplay. But that doesn't mean that it is a lesser game, because the genuine fun platforming will provide for many hours of challenging fun.

 

• Final thoughts

 

With its humble price tag, Ink doesn’t ask much of you but what it does offer is quite amazing. This is a fun game for those who enjoy platforming, fast action and challenging games. Exploring the multiple levels while painting them is a unique mechanic that creates a unique aesthetic. There is no story here and overall the game doesn’t push its boundaries too far but instead focus itself in offering the best platforming experience it can. A fun addicting wonderful game.