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What Lies in the Multiverse
Developer Studio Voyager, IguanaBee
A bombastic puzzle platformer about worlds turned inside out. Shift dimensions at the push of a button, solve brain-twisting logistical riddles, and race through the wilds of the multiverse in a bleakly hilarious (and hilariously bleak) story where everything you know can turn on a dime. From the Steam store page
204 reactions from 4 sources (Steam reviews, Bluesky, Mastodon, Lemmy) · newest Oct 29, 2026 · last updated Oct 30, 2026 · How this works
Audience score
85
LovedLoved
163 positive · 28 negative
95% range 80–90%
| Source | + | − | = |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steam reviews | 163 | 28 | 0 |
| Bluesky * | 3 | 0 | 6 |
| Mastodon * | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Lemmy * | 0 | 0 | 1 |
* shown, not counted in the score (label accuracy below our 85% bar or not yet audited).
Steam's own rating
Very Positive
281 of 309 reviews positive (all languages, per Valve)
What players are saying
85% recommend · 163 yes, 28 no
Counted from the reviewers’ own thumbs up/down on the 191 English Steam reviews we collected, not by the AI. Valve’s all-language rating: Very Positive (668 of 729 positive).
Players praise the game's clever puzzle mechanics and dimension-switching concept. [1][2][3] Many reviewers highlight the heartfelt story and charming characters. [4][5][6] Some players criticize the excessive, unskippable dialogue and pacing issues. [7][8][9]
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Representative posts
- [7]
I really wanted to like this game. I love puzzle games, and the puzzles in this game are actually quite good but to get to the puzzles you have to sit through a tonne of boring dialogue. At the end of chapter four there's literally 20 minutes of non-stop, unskippable cutscenes. That's when I threw in the towel on this game.
- [1]
OK... first off, if you hate puzzles (like me) this isn't your typical puzzle platformer. I think it's important you know this in case that tag throws you off. Yes, this game is nothing but puzzles, but they're done in such a unique and clever way... that I never got frustrated, overwhelmed or bored with them. Now... if you're looking for difficult puzzles... this game is light in that area. I didn't have to think …
- [5]
This game is an indie gem. Underneath the creative puzzle mechanics, rich atmosphere filled with secrets and easter eggs, lovable and nuanced cast, and genuinely funny story sequences lies a tale of the indomitable human spirit in the face of nihilism
- [2]
Such a fun and interesting puzzler! Swapping between different dimensions is such a unique and clever idea and the various realities we see add new mechanics that keep the game feeling fresh! The puzzles are all well implemented and the platforming is super satisfying and built around its mechanics! I also really liked the story and characters, and it did a great job balancing the humor with more serious moments! …
- [4]
What Lies in the Multiverse is a charming and inventive puzzle platformer with heartfelt storytelling and clever mechanics, but unfortunately held back by frustrating bugs and pacing issues Short Info: Content & Value It took me 7.5 hours to complete What Lies in the Multiverse and unlock all the achievements. For those interested in achievements, the game is relatively easy to complete. You unlock a chapter select …
Summarised from 34 of the 203 public posts collected about this game; every point cites the posts behind it ([n] opens the post) and the split is counted from the posts’ own ratings. Updated Oct 11, 2026. How summaries are made
RottenBot@rottenbot · automated account
Players who liked What Lies in the Multiverse talk about clever and unique dimension-switching puzzle mechanics; those who didn't talk about too much unskippable dialogue and cutscenes. Which matters more to you?
Reactions
60 of 204 · most liked firstI totally did not make this game and I'm definitely not reviewing it just to make it look better please buy it I need to eat
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →OK... first off, if you hate puzzles (like me) this isn't your typical puzzle platformer. I think it's important you know this in case that tag throws you off. Yes, this game is nothing but puzzles, but they're done in such a unique and clever way... that I never got frustrated, overwhelmed or bored with them. Now... if you're looking for difficult puzzles... this game is light in that area. I didn't have to think much to solve them. However; despite that... they're still a blast. STORY: Is…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Short version: This is the best game you can play that has level design this bad. Long version: Let me explain. What Lies in the Multiverse is a game about a boy genius with dreams of traveling between dimensions. After a successful attempt to do it himself, a mysterious man with a tall hat finds him and the boy begs to become his assistant. Their story comes alive with polished pixel art, humorous dialogue, and colorful characters as they travel from beautifully rendered world to beautifully…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I really wanted to like this game. I love puzzle games, and the puzzles in this game are actually quite good but to get to the puzzles you have to sit through a tonne of boring dialogue. At the end of chapter four there's literally 20 minutes of non-stop, unskippable cutscenes. That's when I threw in the towel on this game.
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →This game is a resounding... meh. Not good or bad, if Steam had a 'neutral' rating I would have used that. The puzzles are decent, the pixel art is good, the story is... not so good. There is some serious tonal clash happening in this game. It wants to be silly and funny, but also morbid and serious. Now a funny game can tell a serious story, mixing absurdity and seriousness into a good story, but this game doesn't succeed in doing that. I think it is trying to say something about mental…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Finished my first game of 2025, “What Lies in the Multiverse”. Should have been “Tales of Arise” but I needed a break before I take on the final boss. I love these small, fun indie games. I’m starting to prefer these indie games over big name ones. #indiegamer #indiegames #indiedev #art #gamer
positive · AI labelView post →I really wanted to like this game. The premise seemed interesting and I love puzzle platformers, so at first this game seemed right up my alley. But there was so much tedious and unnecessary dialogue which takes up over half of the game. I frequently found myself wishing I could JUST PLAY THE GAME instead of constantly skipping past text bubbles. If the dialogue was actually entertaining it might have improved the experience a little, but I found that most of it felt like a writer who was…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I played the demo and was captivated by the story and the funny dialogs. Breaking the 4th wall at the end of the demo won me over. Even though I found the puzzles rather slow and boring, I bought the game. The game remains fun for a while, but later becomes more serious and dark, which I liked. Although the 4th wall is never broken again. The puzzles, however, continue to be slow and boring. In the end, I was disappointed with the last two chapters and the big reveal, which wasn't really…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →What Lies in the Multiverse is a charming and inventive puzzle platformer with heartfelt storytelling and clever mechanics, but unfortunately held back by frustrating bugs and pacing issues Short Info: Content & Value It took me 7.5 hours to complete What Lies in the Multiverse and unlock all the achievements. For those interested in achievements, the game is relatively easy to complete. You unlock a chapter select after completing each chapter, and each one takes around 60 minutes to…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →#indiegames #2Dgames #platformer #blutoid @riffraff79.bsky.social kinda reminds me of the game What Lies in the Multiverse @pepperedgame.bsky.social youtu.be/Sq9tYnIh4L8?... store.steampowered.com/app/1883370/...
neutral · AI labelView post →Here's my #NintendoSwitch #indiegame highlight for today! 🎮👍🏼 Game - What Lies in the Multiverse Developer - @studiovoyager.cl, IguanaBee Publisher - @untoldtales.bsky.social Release date - March 4, 2022
neutral · AI labelView post →I enjoyed it but it is very clear to me that this is not for everyone. Probably for you if you like: Not too challenging puzzles, platforming, with only 1-2 new game mechanics per chapter, occasional optional more challenging areas, narrative driven games Probably not for you: If you like highly challenging puzzles and platformers that you play with muscle memory from failing over and over again. I thought it was relaxing to play and I enjoyed the story, both the humor and the sad bits.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →This game is in sore need of a run button.
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →A diamond of a game. Suitable music, story comparable to games like "To the Moon", "Katana Zero", and pixelart-RPG games like "Crosscode". Characters have different personalities, which is hard to find in games in general, especially nowadays. May be boring for some as it is mainly a puzzle platformer. But if you are playing games mainly for the story and atmosphere + you like pixelart sidescrollers - just buy it. One of the more unic and better pixelart games out there, that's for sure.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Excellent game, not too challenging but not so easy you get bored, achievements that encourage you to do more with your game and a very nice story. A bit too nice at times but if that is how the story is told it is okay. So 9/10 for me
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →story is a little slow. its not that bad, i can still play slow walk speed ok this could be a deal breaker the platforming parts are all reallly far away like 90% of this game is walking right or left past repeating bland background on flat terrain no run or boost of any kind i can still fix this this, it can be a fun game lets increase the game speed the game will not let me change the game speed to play at 3 or 4 times the speed. welp...im out!!!! 3/10
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →fun game. lots of character - developers really did a great job conveying humor, emotion and enthusiasm through dialog and sound fx. game mechanics are fresh and fun. Puzzles are kept light which creates great pacing that matches all other elements of the game. No downsides from me, Impressive game.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →This game is an indie gem. Underneath the creative puzzle mechanics, rich atmosphere filled with secrets and easter eggs, lovable and nuanced cast, and genuinely funny story sequences lies a tale of the indomitable human spirit in the face of nihilism
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Truthfully, I did not enjoy this game. The gameplay is acceptable, a simple platformer puzzle, requiring changing between two worlds instantly, in order to progress. The story is where it all falls apart. It's a badly written existential philosophical drivel. Every universe besides the main one is dead, full of bodies. And goes on some tirade about how "life is pointless" and an insane Doc Brown ripoff that's trying to destroy everything out of this nihilistic nonsense. So, don't let…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →"What Lies in the Multiverse" is yet another of literally thousands of console ported 2D retro pixel platformers infesting Steam and lowering the average quality of all video games everywhere. Considerable effort was expended on a terrible idea, here, as the developers decided to put a lot of additional features like voice acting into an obsolete, craptastic 2D retro pixel platformer made for consoles, an attempt to bury the dead pig in lipstick, I guess. There's a phase shift theme to the…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →What Lies in the Multiverse is a true gem of a game. For full transparency I worked at Untold Tales when they published it but I left ove a year ago and this review is written just because I genuinely love the game. I revisited it on my Steam Deck and smiled from start to finish. It's hard to believe that this is Studio Voyager's first game. It's funny, charming, well written and has an always evolving core gameplay loop. The pixel art is beautiful and the universe switch mechanic always offer…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →What Lies in the Multiverse I'm really happy to have found this little gem. It's the perfect time killer for about two afternoons of quality playtime. About 10 hours for 100%, nice and easy puzzle and platforming parts and a fantastic story. It's not perfect, but it definitely deserves a lot more praise. If you like puzzles, a well-told story, wonderful NPCs, and relaxing gameplay, you really can't go wrong here. Reminds me a bit of Celeste. Not the platforming part, but the "borrowed" some…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I imagine that if WLITMV (an abbreviation that rolls right off the tongue) is one of your first (puzzle) platformers then I can see it leave a good impression. I put "puzzle" in brackets as that element is rather bare bones and not very involving at all. While that might not be a problem in and of itself it is made worse by the fact that movement itself (and interacting with the environment) feels like trudging through molasses. That, along with the obnoxious characters and quirky writing can…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Appleseed's Indie Game Of The Day! Day 246) What Lies In The Multiverse by Studio Voyager & IguanaBee A puzzle platformer that has you shifting dimensions and thinking outside the box to solve creative puzzles in a bleak, but charming world.
neutral · AI labelView post →I remembered playing this game back in May 2023 when it first released on GXGames and they were handing this game out for free. I finished it, and my God when I tell you that this game's ending impacted me in ways I couldn't begin to start with. I've never had been through a rollercoaster of emotions like this before. I enjoyed the humor, up until the heart-wrenching / touching ending, It lived in my head rent free up until I got the game recently on Steam again. I knew what I was expecting,…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Overall the game as pretty fun to play. It had a quirky style and the story for the most part helped the games overall feel. I did have some issues with the ending though. It so unsatisfying. We spend the whole story hinting and stuff and telling a story shrouded in doubt and mystery. And when it come to the end where the pieces should fit together, it just doesn't feel like it fell into place the right way. There was so much that could have been done with it that didn't happen, and that left…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →OK the story is decent, with some great comedic moments and a few cool dark touches early on, but the actual puzzles & gameplay are glacially slow and tedious to play, and the dialogue becomes absolute waffle during the final chapter. A shame.
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →What lies in the end… are a few achievements you might have missed. Coming from a Chilean studio, this narrative puzzle platformer lets you switch between universes to alter the environment of a level and provide a challenging way to overcome obstacles. Each of them feels different and given the game can be beaten in around 8 hours none of them overstate their welcome even if they could be cumbersome to traverse through due to the sluggish nature of some mechanics. The highlight of the…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →This game concept is unfathomably simple yet it’s executed perfectly and well enough that I’ll struggle with a puzzle but still be able to figure it out without just bashing my head against a wall for hours. The story is great while holding that goofy aspect and running gags. A sequel would complete my life 11/10
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I was really enjoying this game but you need the reflexes of a teenager to play it. Not for the older folks. I got through Chapter 1 but then it becomes impossible if you don't have razor sharp reflexes. Such a pity.
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →The gameplay is fun, but there's too much reading for my liking. The story is fine, the humor is pretty stock, but the most annoying thing is how many dialog breaks there are and how many times you have to press Enter to get to the next piece of dialog. Plus, often you'll get through a cut scene and back to the action--but then the "action" is only walking over to the next screen and then another cut scene starts.
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Well made 2D puzzle platformer. Pro: Very good mechanics/controls. Good retro graphics/effects. Very fluent scrolling. Good music. Nice gags. Contra: Annoying dialogue sounds. Sometimes too long irrelevant dialogues. Sometimes a little bit too repetitive. Get it on a sale if you are not sure.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →not gonna lie i would put it on the Undertale level 10/10
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →All around fun game to play, but I am confused why the devs would put an obvious "Speed Running Mode" in the Settings - then not offer the ability to skip the cut scenes by default. How are you supposed to train yourself in speed running techniques, if you have to skip a bunch of dialog on every attempt?
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Such a fun and interesting puzzler! Swapping between different dimensions is such a unique and clever idea and the various realities we see add new mechanics that keep the game feeling fresh! The puzzles are all well implemented and the platforming is super satisfying and built around its mechanics! I also really liked the story and characters, and it did a great job balancing the humor with more serious moments! The story definetly went in some directions I wasn't expecting and got quite a…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →If you are unsure if you want to buy it, the first chapter is on GX games. But you should just buy it. It is worth it X1000000.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →About 8 hours of good platforming fun. Just the right mix of platforming and puzzles to keep the game moving forward. There is a nice amount of humor mixed into the story. While the story itself is slightly esoteric, it does keep one interested. The characters are a little shallow. The ending chapters get a little long in the tooth. I did feel a little let down by the ending but since I enjoyed the gaming aspect, I'm okay with it. Oh, and pixel art is pixel art. Not really a fan of the…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Playing “What Lies In The Multiverse” and “Tales of Arise” at the same time is wild. “What Lies…” has been a solidly fun game so far. #indiegame #indiegamer #indiedev #rpgs
positive · AI labelView post →Clever platformer with a dark and quirky sense of humor. You might not be onboard with the plot, but the puzzles are nicely done.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →This was an awesome game, great characters, interesting story line, and man do i love the alternate dimension hopping.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →This game not only makes you think about what you are doing but it will also make you feel something as you play it.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Fun puzzle platformer with puzzles that aren't too too easy but not too obvious - makes for some nice casual gameplay. The pixel art and animations are done very well. There is a tat too much dialogue to my taste, and unfortunately you can't skip any of it. The trigger warning at the start of the game is also a bit over the top.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →AMAZING STORYLINE!!!! legit cried at the end lol. super cool world building and the levels/puzzles were all new and interesting even as the story went on. 100% recommend
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Excellent narrative platform and puzzle game. With a good sense of humor, I found several easter eggs of characters from other places (anime or another work). The story is a mix of humor and some really dark themes, which really draws you into the story. It took me about 14 hours to finish it 2 times and getting all the achievements. The game is a combination of platform and puzzles that are not difficult so as not to overshadow the story. It's worth the price and the time to play it, an…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Nonsense cave puzzle in chapter 2, where you have to splint and jump across the ice platforms while switching into another universe to cross the waterfall that was supposed to be frozen. Too insensitive for the character to reach the edge of the platform to climb up, fall and try again and again.
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →what a great game, you can really enjoy the game, game mechanics, visual, audio when you on different universe, and great story about who, when, and what happened. i like the puzzle and the mechanic of this game :D
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Game was fun and i enjoyed the concept of flipping between worlds and would recommend this, but the game felt like it was just dragging on.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →A way deeper cut than I had expected going in, plus good gameplay ideas
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Honestly, one of the most fun games I've played of all time. I love the universe-swap platforming, always have, and it's so well done in this game. The characters are fun, and the story and interactions are engaging. My only possible complaints are that the game simply isn't long enough, and I wish I could do more multiverse platforming. Can't wait to go back for the secrets I missed and another playthrough. P.S. I have no idea how it works, but if the Devs could get point store items…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Most of the game is focused on reading dialogues. It has an outstanding atmosphere and awesome pixel graphics, but the gameplay doesn’t offer much. Most of the puzzles involve simply moving a box from one side to another. I like this game, but I would prefer it as a quick story mode. Also, don’t skip searching for files and reading them—you’ll enjoy the story more, and it will feel much deeper!
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Hot criminal DILF takes a kid on a dangerous yet fun adventure across the multiverse. This is a great game.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →A great puzzle platformer with an intriguing sci-fi story about switching between universes and its hidden complications. Graphics are a simple pixel affair but work really well and don't really need much more. The music really fits the mood of the levels and can be quite emotional as you get more involved in the story. The two main characters really give the game that touch of humour, and their relationship is akin to the chemistry between Rick and Morty (but without the insults) The dialogue…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →criminally underrated.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I liked this game a lot. Every chapter had a new hook and mechanics and made it an overall phenomenal game. Beautifully written, gorgeous ascetics. The puzzles, while not insanely difficult, were always fun to do and I never found myself feeling like I wanted to take a break for the game. I do not know what the future of this game is, but would love to see a sequel eventually.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Great game. Last chapter is more of an interactive 20 minute cut-scene. 4/5 stars.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →This game was made for players who like linear visual novels and puzzle-platformers BOTH. From the reviews, some players find the game tedious if they dislike one or the other genre, especially since it is very heavy on the story/novel component. I like both up to a point, so I found this game entertaining to read and to play. The puzzles are not especially challenging, but that kept them from becoming frustrating or slowing down the story, but they do provide interactivity that is more fun…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →thank fk i didnt pay the full price for this BS platformer,after 3 hours of pain and suffering.......I AM OUT OF HERE
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →My review will probably go unnoticed however I want to share my opinion, as this is probably the first game after which I want to share my thoughts publicly. While playing this game and reading the dialogues, I burst out laughing at many moments, and some honestly brought tears to my eyes. I am not ashamed to say that this game moved me. This game is an amazing combination of great narrative, humor and sadness. Honestly, I don't know if any game has moved me so much. I won't talk about the…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Good game but has a loooot of unskippable dialogue.
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →[Game Bundle] Untold Tales of Adventure. $6+: * Golf Club Nostalgia * SAMUDRA * Aspire: Ina's Tale * Mythic Ocean * What Lies in the Multiverse $10+: All above, plus: * Arise: A Simple Story * [COUPON] Boti: Byteland Overclocked Coupon (25% off) * Metamorphosis * ATONE: Heart of the Elder Tree * Flame Keeper $14+: All above, plus: * Bang-On Balls: Chronicles
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