Ibb and Obb

Ibb and Obb is a puzzle game where you run, jump, land on enemies and solve momentum puzzles. The novelty is that it's a game designed for cooperation. One player controls the green creature, Ibb, and the other controls the pink creature, Obb. The world is divided by a horizontal line in the middle which acts as a mirror and the point around which gravity reverses.

CONTENT RATING

PEGI 3

PLATFORMS

PC
Nintendo Switch
Mac

POSITIVE GAMEPLAY

Communication
Cooperation
Exporation
Good Challenge
Good Timing
Parent-Child Co-Play
Puzzle Solving

PLAY STYLE

Co-Op Local
Co-Op Online
Shared-Screen
Team Up

It sounds complicated but is actually a fun and simple game where you use this gravity flipping aspect, along with the ability to jump on each other or fling the other player off special jump pads, to progress and collect the sparkles.

Fall up and jump down through 15 levels filled with double gravity puzzles and discover 8 hidden worlds that will test your new non-Newtonian skills to the maximum. All levels have their own unique music, composed by Kettel known for his warm melodic electronica.

The result is a mind-bending fun action game where communication and cooperation are integral to the experience. Played in the family, it's a great game for players of different abilities to enjoy together.

Good to know

Insights to ensure your child's gaming experience remains safe and enjoyable

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Review difficulty level

Some children might feel frustrated with different game levels or obstacles. Talk to them about recognising when it's time to take a break and turn their attention somewhere else. Often, when they come back relaxed, they're more likely to find success.

Master skills together

Some platform games require a lot of skill and combination movements, which can be frustrating to master. For younger players, set time aside to help them learn and practise the skills.

Build resilience

Platform games can promote perseverance. Encourage children to "try, try again" until they succeed while taking regular breaks.

Skill level age

Suggested by Family Gaming Database

8+

It's immediately fun for younger players (with help from a more experienced partner), but it does get a bit tricky as levels progress.

Content rating

PEGI 3

Rated PEGI 3.

Accessibility

There are 12 accessibility features for
Ibb and Obb

Balance Audio Levels
Play Without Hearing

1 Stick
Keyboard Alone
Vibration Optional

Low Pressure

Large Clear Navigation

No Reading

Audio Cues for Visual Events
Large Game Elements
Medium Contrast
No Busy Backgrounds

Data by Family Gaming Database

Game details

Platforms

PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 3, Mac

Release date

August 1, 2013, updated in 2020

No. of players

You can play with 2 players in the same room or as a 2-player online game.

Genre

Action | Brain Game | Platform

In-game purchases

Yes

More information: Family Gaming Database

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