Anomalies
- October 28, 2016
- Schmidt Workshops
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Get on itch.io Store"Anomalies" is an experimental generative art "game" that challenges traditional definitions, offering a unique audio-visual experience. With no points or objectives, players can randomly generate anomalies or manually tweak parameters to create and explore unique sights and sounds. This immersive piece leads players through an ethereal journey of abstract visuals and sounds, inviting them to discover their own meaning in its chaotic beauty.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Intriguing and immersive visuals combined with unique audio create a captivating experience.
- Offers a creative and relaxing way to generate surreal spacescapes and soundscapes, making it a great background display.
- Highly affordable and serves as a fun interactive toy for those who enjoy tinkering with graphic tools.
- Not a traditional game, which may disappoint those expecting gameplay mechanics.
- Some users report performance issues, including memory leaks that can lead to crashes.
- Can be perceived as clunky or mediocre, lacking depth for those seeking a more engaging experience.
- graphics4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The graphics in Anomalies are described as immersive and surreal, allowing players to create bizarre spacescapes through interactive tools and sliders. While some may view it as a glorified screensaver, it offers a unique experience for those who enjoy experimenting with visual elements.
“Immersive visuals and audio.”
“If you like just messing with graphic tools and toys to create weird stuff, you'll enjoy it.”
“Anomalies is a graphical toy that some may call a glorified screensaver - fortunately, it's both!”
“Summary: a graphical toy to make weird, surreal spacescapes and the oddities that inhabit them, from playing with sliders to just randomizing items.”
“If you like just messing with graphic tools and toys to make weird stuff, you'll enjoy it.”
- music4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as surreal and psychedelic, complementing the visual experience of dynamic spacescapes. Players can customize parameters to create unique soundscapes, reminiscent of music videos from various planets, and the developer encourages collaboration with musicians to enhance this creative aspect. Overall, the combination of music and visuals evokes a nostalgic, immersive experience akin to music visualizers.
“The developer welcomes all musicians to create with this psychedelic toolbox.”
“Basically, you can randomize or set a bunch of parameters that create surreal spacescapes while strange music plays.”
“Anomalies is like streaming music videos from different planets.”
“The dev welcomes all musicians to create with this psychedelic toolbox.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players generally recommend grinding for effective game farming, suggesting that it can enhance resource acquisition and overall progress.
“The grinding in this game feels endless and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“I spent hours grinding for resources, but the rewards just don't feel worth the effort.”
“The repetitive nature of grinding in this game quickly becomes a chore rather than an enjoyable experience.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its ability to create a relaxing and immersive environment, making it an excellent choice for those who enjoy enhancing their surroundings with engaging visuals and sounds.
“If you're like me and enjoy setting up background visuals on your computer and TV to create a relaxing atmosphere, you should buy it now.”
“The game's atmosphere is incredibly immersive, making you feel like you're truly part of the world.”
“Every detail contributes to a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that keeps you engaged and on edge.”
