In Shelve the Potions!, players sort over 2,000 potions scattered on the floor after cats have thrown them around.
Fun Puzzles
the puzzle system is fascinating in its early hours. Each potion has its own place, and the player must solve small puzzles to put them in the correct spot.
The puzzles are interesting at first, but become repetitive quickly.
Limited Design
The collection spell cannot pick up potions already placed on incorrect shelves. This turns a simple task into a tedious one.
Spell improvements are severely limited, reducing motivation to progress and solve more complex puzzles.
Pros
- fun puzzles at the start
- cozy atmosphere
Cons
- spell does not pick up misplaced potions
- limited spell improvements
- repetitive puzzles after initial resolution
5.5
Verdict
Despite an interesting system and fun puzzles at the start, Shelve the Potions! is limited by its restrictive design, turning what should be a relaxing experience into a frustrating one due to repetition.