Alephant
- February 16, 2023
- Le Slo
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Reviews
- The game features clever mechanics and well-designed levels that provide a satisfying challenge.
- Puzzles are intricately crafted, with each level introducing interesting twists that keep players engaged.
- The visual style and music enhance the overall experience, making it a pleasant puzzle game to play.
- The game lacks a proper tutorial or hint system, making it difficult to understand new mechanics introduced in later levels.
- The difficulty spike in the last world can feel abrupt and frustrating, leading to moments of confusion and potential player burnout.
- Some players may find the initial levels bland and repetitive, which could deter them from continuing.
- gameplay22 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 77 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by clever and intricate puzzle design that effectively utilizes a minimal set of mechanics, offering surprising depth and complexity. While the introduction of new mechanics is generally well-paced, some players find that certain levels fail to adequately explain these mechanics, leading to frustration. Overall, the game is praised for its engaging puzzles that encourage experimentation and provide satisfying challenges without any filler content.
“The game is clever in its mechanics and the level design is done very well.”
“There is no filler in this game: each of the 80-odd puzzles is its own epiphany, and each new mechanic is world-shaking.”
“Every puzzle presents an interesting wrinkle or new use of the mechanics, and you keep getting surprised and delighted at the complexity that emerges from these simple building blocks.”
“Aside from the game's clever name, you could just as easily replace these alephs with smiley faces or Christmas trees and the mechanics would be exactly the same.”
“In frustration, I'd look at the solution online, and in every case, the solution required using a mechanic that wasn't introduced previously in the game.”
“There is no gradual progression in the understanding of the mechanics like in the middle worlds.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music, combined with the visuals, significantly enhances the overall experience of the puzzle game, creating a pleasant and immersive atmosphere for players.
“On top of that, the music and visuals create a great puzzle game experience.”
“The visual style and the music make for a pleasant experience.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is generally praised as pleasant and enjoyable, contributing positively to the overall experience of the game.
“The atmosphere is incredibly immersive and captivating.”
“The game's atmosphere draws you in and makes you feel part of the world.”
“Every detail contributes to a rich and engaging atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers highlight that the combination of music and visuals significantly enhances the overall experience of the puzzle game, contributing to its appeal.
“The stunning visuals and immersive music create an exceptional puzzle game experience.”
“The graphics are breathtaking, enhancing the overall atmosphere of the game.”
“The art style is beautifully crafted, making every scene a visual delight.”
