Ibb & Obb
Mar 05, 2020 6 years ago
The green creature, ibb, and the pink creature, obb, travel through a world divided by a thin horizon line; on either side of the barrier, everything is inverted and gravity works in opposite directions. The game is focused on cooperative play and the two characters must work closely together to progress through the game.
What it’s like
Ibb & Obb delivers a tightly focused, abstract puzzle-platforming experience defined by its core mechanic: two characters bound together in a world where gravity flips across a horizontal horizon. The premise is minimal—just two blobs navigating inverted landscapes—but the craft shines through clever level design that demands constant communication and synchronization. One player controls ibb (green) and the other obb (pink), with their movements dictating each other’s paths as they traverse platforms that exist only on one side of the divide. The tone is playful yet challenging, relying on spatial reasoning rather than narrative depth. Visually, it employs a clean, minimalist aesthetic that keeps focus on geometry and timing. While not vast in scope, its linear structure ensures every puzzle feels intentional, rewarding players who master the rhythm of cooperative problem-solving.
Strong in Co-op / MultiplayerGameplay / MechanicsDifficulty / ChallengePacingPolish / PerformanceSocial / RelationshipsVisuals / Art
Keep in mind Lacks narrative or character development, which may leave story-driven players unengaged. Its difficulty spikes can frustrate those without a compatible partner or strong communication skills.
AI-generated from catalog data, informed by reviews from nintendolife.com, gamegrin.com, ign.com, metacritic.com, nintendoworldreport.com.
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Releases
| Platform | Region | Type | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| PlayStation 3 | Worldwide | Full release | Aug 06, 201313 years ago |
| Linux | Worldwide | Full release | May 26, 201412 years ago |
| PC (Microsoft Windows) | Worldwide | Full release | May 26, 201412 years ago |
| Nintendo Switch | Worldwide | Full release | Mar 05, 20206 years ago |