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Active Neurons

92%Game Brain Score
gameplay, music
graphics, monetization
92% User Score Based on 76 reviews

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Active Neurons is a challenging puzzle game that simulates the layout of neurons and synapses in the human brain. Players must guide electricity through a series of levels by activating and connecting neurons, avoiding obstacles and managing energy levels. With its unique premise and progressive difficulty, Active Neurons offers a fresh and engaging take on the puzzle genre.

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92%
Audience ScoreBased on 76 reviews
gameplay12 positive mentions
graphics3 negative mentions
  • The game features simple controls and mechanics, making it accessible for players of all skill levels, including those with disabilities.
  • It offers a variety of engaging puzzles that gradually increase in difficulty, providing a satisfying challenge without becoming overly frustrating.
  • The minimalist design and relaxing soundtrack create a soothing atmosphere, making it a great casual game for short play sessions.
  • Some players find the game too easy, with many levels feeling like a tutorial rather than a true challenge.
  • The game has been criticized for its mobile app origins, leading to perceptions of it being a lazy port rather than a fully developed PC game.
  • Certain levels require a degree of dexterity that may be difficult for some players, potentially limiting accessibility.
  • gameplay
    30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by a variety of levels and a gradual increase in difficulty, making it enjoyable for puzzle enthusiasts. While the mechanics are simple and engaging, some users criticize the minimalist art and basic interface, which they feel do not meet PC standards. Overall, the game offers a relaxing experience with new mechanics introduced at a steady pace, enhancing complexity as players progress through the stages.

    • “Its variety of levels and stimulating gameplay make it enjoyable for puzzle enthusiasts.”
    • “New mechanics are added at a good pace to increase complexity.”
    • “A truly relaxing gameplay for a solid clever puzzle.”
    • “The simple web/mobile app gameplay is coupled with equally lazy minimalist 'art', locked resolution and controls, and a basic mobile phone tier interface, all far below standards for a PC game.”
    • “2 and Wonders of the World offer some different mechanics, but seem to jump to the hard levels pretty quickly, and their UIs (as well as the UI for the bonus levels in this game) seem half-assed at best.”
    • “Very simple mechanics with a slight increase in difficulty with each level.”
  • music
    18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in this indie puzzle game is widely praised for its relaxing lofi soundtrack and ambient piano compositions, which enhance the overall gaming experience. Players appreciate the minimalist sound design that complements the game's visuals and mechanics, creating a soothing atmosphere that makes the puzzles enjoyable without being overly challenging. Overall, the music is considered a strong point, contributing positively to the game's appeal.

    • “This is a fun little indie puzzle game with a relaxing lo-fi soundtrack.”
    • “I liked the minimalist UI and graphics, the relaxing music, and the well-selected difficulty of levels.”
    • “This is a good looking puzzle game which looks better than the screenshots suggest and has a chilled ambient soundtrack.”
    • “The ambient piano music is so-so; it reminds me of those beautiful 432 Hz binaural tracks, which adds little to the overall experience.”
    • “The music is quite forgettable and doesn't really enhance the gameplay.”
    • “While the visuals are nice, the soundtrack feels repetitive and lacks variety.”
  • graphics
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics are characterized by a minimalist aesthetic that is both smooth and visually appealing, with a well-executed art style that enhances the overall experience. Users appreciate the low-key visuals and the relaxing atmosphere created by the graphics, which complement the gameplay effectively. Overall, the game stands out in the minimalist genre due to the thoughtful design and attention to detail in its visuals.

    • “Easy on the eye art style and very well balanced difficulty.”
    • “Essentially you are moving a cube through a maze and obstacles; moving, sliding, gently exploding, transporting, etc. Relaxing music, quiet sound effects, very low key visuals.”
    • “Graphics are very smooth and pretty.”
    • “Yes, it fits in the minimalist category, but unlike other minimalist games, effort still went into the visuals.”
  • replayability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game offers fairly good replay value, suggesting that players find it enjoyable enough to return to after their initial playthrough.

    • “The game offers fairly good replay value.”
    • “The game has a solid replay value that keeps me coming back for more.”
    • “I find the replayability to be quite impressive, with new experiences each time.”
  • monetization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization of Active Neurons has been criticized as a blatant cash grab, with users describing it as a poorly executed mobile app that lacks effort and quality on the Steam platform.

    • “Active Neurons is a mobile app that's been dumped on Steam as a cheap, lazy cash grab.”
  • humor
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is consistently praised for its simplicity and humor, making it highly recommended by users for its entertaining and lighthearted experience.

    • “A simple and funny game, highly recommended.”
    • “A simple and funny game, highly recommended.”
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