RPS:So really this a great deal of promise, not realised to various degrees. At £7 it excuses itself from some criticisms, but I cannot imagine how anyone could complete the esoteric plot and feel any notion of satisfaction with that. It’s charming along the brief way, and it’s utterly harmless. But then it stops, and you’re left surrounded in a cloud of huh?
Nicole writes: "Lilly Looking Through may not be the next AAA title, but it does pack a punch with its gorgeous hand-painted backgrounds and an enjoyable difficulty curve to the puzzles throughout. In Lilly Looking Through there is no dialogue, no inventory meaning each puzzle must be solved what is before your eyes. "
On a particularly cool and misty summer night, Lilly is visited by an enchanted red scarf that sends her on an incredible adventure as she seeks to rescue her little brother Row. Soon into her quest, Lilly discovers a special pair of goggles that allow her to solve many navigational challenges by rewriting the past and changing the present. Step into a world filled with magic, puzzles, and marvelous machines that celebrate a sense of wonder as you help Lilly save her brother and discover the ultimate mystery.
For a first-time effort from a relatively young indie studio, Lilly Looking Through is admirable. It’s a lovely way to spend a couple of relaxed hours – give or take – that approaches greatness but sadly falls short at the final hurdle. Further adventures would no doubt be welcomed with open arms by the adventure gaming community. Here’s hoping that Geeta Games isn’t finished with Lilly just yet.