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Superb
Michael’s games always have a depth and clarity of gameplay that, once you get the core proposition, is somewhat breathtaking. There’s a reason why there’s a gap between his games despite the somewhat simplistic presentation. The polish isn’t in the visuals, it’s in the play.Robin Whittleton
He did it again
Another winner! Imbroglio is a great mix of short-term tactical gameplay mixed with long-term strategic planning. Over time, you'll get better at slaying monsters in the labyrinth, but your board will evolve too, as you unlock new items and tinker with the configuration. This game is one for the home screen--do not sleep on it.Show lessMH of Brooklyn
Brough's Finest
I enjoyed previous games by this author like 868HACK but Imbroglio is by far their deepest game. If you enjoy serious puzzle games or rogue-likes then you may be up to the challenge. There are few hints on how to play but the color coding makes it pretty clear if you spend a little time experimenting.
Persevere for more than a few minutes and you'll be rewarded with a considerable amount of play styles.Show lessjackal friend
Fantastic tactics in a 4x4 grid
This game has been devouring hours and hours from my life - I'm itching to start another run while I type this.
Imbroglio is a turn-based tactics game where each space of your grid is a different weapon with various capabilities. A mace hits hard, a magic dagger teleports enemies away from you, a needle restores health, etc. Kill an enemy, the weapon you are currently standing on starts to level up. Each enemy has specific weaknesses, so positioning yourself on the right tile in the right moment is critical - you'll go down fast if you don't think ahead.
The game's most devious and ingenious bit of design is it allows you to customize the grid yourself - there are a few dozen weapons to choose from, and I find myself constantly reconfiguring my layout to improve my game.
The tiles look nice, but the character art is simplistic and ugly. Don't let that put you off - the sound design (all acoustic guitar) is lovely, and the game is intensely replayable.
In the insane, advertisement and IAP world of the ap store, somehow $4 has become "expensive" - but if you like strategy games, I cannot recommend this game more. Brilliant design is worth money - and Imbroglio is brilliant.Show lessFrank Weidner
Exquisite
Highly compact and inventive take on the classic RPG dungeon crawler. Builds on the procedural design of 868-Hack with 8 unique 'classes' and allows players to design the layout of upgradeable weapons that line the dungeon floor.
The sound design and art style are wonderfully unique as well.Oyaji_82
Amazing
I take my hat off to you sir! This is a great game.Elmoshotgun
I give it a 5/7, full marks!
Brough’s games occupy a very different kind of design space on iOS…Angry Birds this is not, thank god. While you can play a round of Imbroglio quickly, you’re punished for doing so. Imbroglio is a real puzzler and has so many levels of complexity to it. Interesting tweak to this game is that you get to determine what the terrain looks like by placing weapons on each tile. Download and play for a bit, then re-read the rules because you keep dying, then reread again. So good. Thank you!Show lessJeffreygene
Just buy this
Buy without reservation.
This guy puts out quality polished games that'll keep you coming back for more. Reasonable cost and no additional in app purchases. Art and sounds are not his traditional style, which is a huge plus for me.
Keep the games coming sir!Vlouie
Perhaps his best yet
I'm a big fan of Michael's previous games - Zaga-33 and 868-HACK in particular. So far, I'm thinking this might be his best (which surprise me, given how highly I rate Zaga). Again, it's a micro-subversion of what is 'Rogue-like', with its own distinct ruleset and ideas - and it works brilliantly. Actually, I found this the most quickly understandable of Michael's games... and I feel like it's going to have more longevity than 868-HACK. Basically, if you're a fan, you won't be disappointed. If you weren't a fan, I think it's just possible that this, with its fresh visual style, might change your mind.Show lessOORXX
Emergent strategic genius
Doesn't look like much at first. Seems pretty simple after a play through or two. Then you check the high scores and realise how much you have to learn. It's a game that reveals itself as layer upon layer upon layer. A simple rule set with seemingly infinite customisation gives you a game as deep as you want it to be. If it gets its hooks in to you, you'll be playing this a long long time.Show lessFishing for abalone
