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24 Solar Terms

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71%Game Brain Score
music, graphics
gameplay, story
96% User Score Based on 25 reviews

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24 Solar Terms is a single player action game. It was developed by FreeMenFreeTime and was released on April 19, 2023. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

"24 Solar Terms" is a serene puzzle-platformer that takes players through the ancient Chinese lunisolar calendar. Each level represents a solar term, with unique mechanics and challenges reflecting the specific natural phenomenon it symbolizes. The game encourages mindfulness and appreciation for the passing seasons while providing a satisfying mental workout.

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96%
Audience ScoreBased on 25 reviews
music7 positive mentions
story3 negative mentions
  • The game features beautiful artwork and a relaxing soundtrack, creating a cozy atmosphere.
  • It offers a charming exploration of Chinese culture through its puzzles and seasonal themes.
  • The developers are responsive to issues, quickly fixing bugs and providing a pleasant gaming experience.
  • The game is quite short, with a playtime of only a few hours, which may not justify a higher price.
  • Some puzzles can be confusing or annoying, and hints are not always helpful.
  • The English translation is rough in places, leading to some unclear puzzle instructions.
  • music
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is consistently praised for its relaxing and charming qualities, perfectly complementing the gameplay and enhancing the overall experience. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as a fantastic accompaniment to the cute art style and enjoyable puzzles, creating a peaceful atmosphere that encourages exploration and casual play.

    • “The music is a perfect accompaniment for the gameplay.”
    • “Very cute and relaxing puzzle game, the music is fantastic and the puzzles are not too hard but can still be tricky to find the hidden objects.”
    • “I love the music, and the activities are chill as long as you don't try to speed through it.”
    • “The music is quite repetitive and lacks variety.”
    • “I found the soundtrack to be bland and uninspiring.”
    • “The music doesn't match the game's theme and feels out of place.”
  • graphics
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beautiful and endearing art style, featuring cute animations and a cozy atmosphere. Players appreciate the immersive environments and the relaxing soundtrack, which together create a charming experience that enhances exploration and community engagement. Overall, the visuals contribute significantly to the game's appeal, making it a delightful choice for those seeking a soothing and visually pleasing experience.

    • “The art style is beautiful and the soundtrack is very relaxing.”
    • “Very chill game with cute animation and art style.”
    • “The environment and artwork in this game were incredibly endearing.”
  • gameplay
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay features a blend of simple mechanics reminiscent of old-school games, focusing on puzzle-solving and hidden object elements. While it may lack depth and the English translation could use improvement, players generally find it to be an enjoyable experience.

    • “A variety of simple mechanics from childhood from old-school games.”
    • “Easy gameplay, combining puzzle-solving and hidden objects.”
    • “Overall, it is an enjoyable experience despite some limitations in gameplay.”
    • “The gameplay consists of a variety of simple mechanics reminiscent of old-school games.”
    • “The gameplay is easy, combining puzzle-solving with hidden object elements.”
    • “There isn't much depth in terms of gameplay, and the English translation could be improved, but overall it is an enjoyable experience.”
  • story
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game features a charming narrative that explores the 24 solar terms in Chinese culture, blending tradition and folklore into its cozy hidden object and casual puzzle gameplay. Players who prioritize atmosphere and storytelling will find it engaging, even if the puzzles are not the main focus.

    • “A nice and cozy little hidden object and casual puzzle game, telling the story of the 24 solar terms throughout the year in China, mixing both tradition and folklore into the game.”
    • “Oh, and if you're playing this game for the atmosphere and the story and not so much the puzzles or mini-games, no worries.”
    • “The story feels disjointed and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “While the game has a charming premise, the narrative fails to deliver any meaningful impact.”
    • “The characters are one-dimensional and the plot is predictable, leaving little room for emotional investment.”
  • atmosphere
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is praised for its cozy and unique graphics, creating a warm and fuzzy feeling that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the focus on atmosphere and story over challenging puzzles or mini-games.

    • “Oh, and if you're playing this game for the atmosphere and the story, and not so much the puzzles or mini-games, no worries.”
    • “A little cozy game, the type you play for the atmosphere and unique graphics that make you feel nice and fuzzy.”
    • “The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth needed to immerse players in the game world.”
    • “Despite the potential for a rich setting, the atmosphere is dull and fails to evoke any real emotion or tension.”
    • “The game tries to create a spooky atmosphere, but it ends up feeling more cliché than chilling.”
  • emotional
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is praised for its fun and wholesome nature, providing a brief yet emotionally uplifting experience for players.

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24 Solar Terms is a action game.

24 Solar Terms is available on PC, Mac OS and Windows.

24 Solar Terms was released on April 19, 2023.

24 Solar Terms was developed by FreeMenFreeTime.

24 Solar Terms has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its gameplay.

24 Solar Terms is a single player game.

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