Dinsun Review
Now this is more like it. I remember the original World of Goo back in '08, and while the mobile market has become a swamp of garbage since then, this sequel actually feels like a 'game.' It’s tactile, clever, and remarkably weird. The new fluid physics add a layer of unpredictability that the first game lacked. It's not just about building static towers anymore; you're dealing with moving parts and organic-feeling structures that react to the environment in ways that are genuinely impressive.
My only gripe is the pricing and the barrier of entry for some of the later levels, which feel a bit more like trial-and-error than pure logic. And while the art style is iconic, it hasn't evolved quite as much as I’d hoped in sixteen years. It’s a bit conservative in its presentation, but the gameplay is solid enough to justify its existence. It’s one of the few things on the App Store that doesn't feel like a slot machine disguised as a hobby.
Overall Stats
Pros & Cons
- Excellent physics engine
- Genuinely creative level design
- Atmospheric soundtrack
- No predatory monetization
- Steep difficulty spikes
- Visual style feels slightly dated
- Touch controls can be fiddly on smaller screens
Technical Report
Performance: Very polished; fluid simulations are impressive and well-optimized.
- Multi-touch support
- High-fidelity audio cues
Audience Fit
Buy if: You miss the era of indie games that were built with passion and physics-based ingenuity.
Skip if: You get frustrated easily by gravity or prefer puzzles with single, obvious solutions.
- World of Goo
- Poly Bridge
- Little Inferno
Reviewer Context
- Reviewer: Dinsun
- Hardware: iPhone 15 Pro Max
- Playtime: 15 hours
- Status: Finished Main Campaign
