Aesthetic Melody

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Aesthetic Melody is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by Adam DeLease and was released on April 18, 2017. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Aesthetic Melody is a relaxing rhythm game where players create beautiful music by placing tiles on a grid. With a variety of modes, instruments, and customization options, it offers a soothing and engaging experience for players of all skill levels. The game features a minimalist aesthetic and a calming atmosphere, making it a great choice for unwinding after a long day.

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96%

Audience ScoreBased on 52 reviews

music8 positive mentions

story2 negative mentions

The game features beautiful aesthetics and a captivating soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
It offers a comfortable yet challenging gameplay experience, with unique mechanics that keep players engaged.
Many players find it to be a nostalgic and enjoyable platformer, perfect for fans of vaporwave and retro styles.

Several levels feel untested and can be frustratingly difficult, leading to a lack of polish in gameplay.
There are occasional bugs and control issues that can disrupt the flow of the game.
Some players feel that the simplistic mechanics may lead to boredom after a short period of play.

music
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised, with many reviewers highlighting its aesthetic appeal and relaxing qualities, often comparing it to vaporwave and 80s tracks. The soundtrack is described as a standout feature, receiving perfect scores for its ability to enhance the overall experience, despite some criticisms of the gameplay. Overall, the music is considered a major selling point, contributing significantly to the game's charm and atmosphere.
- “The main selling points of this game are the aesthetics and music, which it delivers nicely.”
- “-soundtrack: this is completely a 10/10 soundtrack. Even if it's a looping of an entire track of songs (and some don't start when one ends), it has the taste of 80s music all over, which not many 'retro-looking' games have. While they try as hard as they can to get the same as this game has on soundtrack, again, a 10/10.”
- “The background 'movies' and music are neat, but not enough to save the crappy gameplay.”
- “The cozy music provides a little bit of stress agility for those who like vaporwave.”
- “The game is hard and challenging... especially the ++ parts, but with the soundtrack and all, it's a e s t h e t i c.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are praised for their appealing aesthetics and strong audiovisual presentation, which are considered its main selling points. However, some users feel that the level design lacks sufficient playtesting, impacting the overall experience.
- “A comfortable yet challenging game styled with audiovisual aesthetics.”
- “The main selling points of this game are the aesthetics and music, which it delivers nicely.”
- “With that being said, [i]Aesthetic Melody[/i] simply takes Terry Cavanaugh's ([i]VVVVVV[/i]) brilliant game mechanic and does it worse.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Aesthetic Melody" is criticized for being inferior to Terry Cavanaugh's mechanics in "VVVVV," with some reviewers finding it lacking despite its appealing soundtrack and visuals. However, others note that the simple gameplay can be addictive, suggesting a mixed reception overall.
- “The soundtrack is attractive and the gameplay is simple but actually addictive.”
- “The background 'movies' and music are neat, but not enough to save the crappy gameplay.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is centered around themes of perseverance and the unpredictability of life, emphasizing that giving up can prevent one from achieving their potential. However, some users feel that the narrative lacks depth and fails to engage them effectively.
- “The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you. If I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “There is no story or anything to lure me in.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is noted to have some bugs, but overall, it provides an enjoyable experience for players seeking a solid and challenging platformer.
- “The game is quite buggy, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- “There are frequent crashes that make it hard to enjoy the gameplay.”
- “I encountered several glitches that interrupted my progress.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the game has been criticized for a noticeable stuttering effect, which can disrupt gameplay, particularly during dodging maneuvers. This issue detracts from the overall experience, as it can lead to unintended movements and resets.
- “The only issue I had was the little stuttering effect. It's VHS and all, but it's annoying, especially while dodging stuff because you literally move an extra step and then restart.”