When comparing Perspective vs Polarity, the Slant community recommends Perspective for most people. In the question“What are the best Portal-like, mind-bending puzzle games on PC?” Perspective is ranked 8th while Polarity is ranked 9th. The most important reason people chose Perspective is:
This is a short puzzle game, that knows how to subtly set up fun and funny moments that break your brain, especially the ending which is one of my favorite gaming moments of all time.
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Pros
Pro Playful
This is a short puzzle game, that knows how to subtly set up fun and funny moments that break your brain, especially the ending which is one of my favorite gaming moments of all time.
Pro Unique platforming with 2D and 3D mechanics
The gist is that the game is played like a 2D platformer, but the twist is that once stuck the player can click the mouse and then change the perspective of the game in a 3D environment, which will change how the level is laid out. This makes for a creative way to interact with the game and solve puzzles.
Pro Very stylistic
The game makes one question what is going on as when the perspective view is being changed there is glimpses of odd thing like arcade machines. On top of this the music will adjust to the player changing the view making for an experience where the game is reacting to what you are doing with the view. Overall this makes for an immersive and weird experience that has a style all its own.
Pro Generally decent puzzle design
Puzzles are easily reset and mechanics are clear.
Pro It's like Portal
Cons
Con Somewhat limited in features
No time trial mode, no extra puzzle modes, just one core game mode, which once beaten is it. The game would be better with more to do, but sadly there is nothing extra on offer.
Con General movement and input system is a bit wonky
Playing is floaty and you can occasionally glitch through walls. Switching colors is also counterintuitive.