Arrog

An enjoyable game with a clearly defined style, pleasing audio and satisfying puzzles. However, it's also incredibly short and offers no incentive to replay. Sitting very firmly in a niche category, Arrog will appeal to few, but if this kind of game is your bag then give it a go, if only once.

72%Game Brain Score

story, graphics

gameplay, replayability

73% User Score Based on 158 reviews

Critic Score 69%Based on 4 reviews

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Arrog is a single player casual puzzle game. It was developed by Hermanos Magia and was released on July 28, 2020. It received mostly positive reviews from both critics and players.

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73%

Audience ScoreBased on 158 reviews

story19 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

The game features beautiful artwork and calming music, creating a relaxing atmosphere.
The puzzles are simple and enjoyable, making it a good experience for those who appreciate meditative gameplay.
It offers a unique and interesting narrative, even if the story is somewhat vague.

The game is very short, with most players completing it in under 30 minutes, which many feel does not justify the price.
There is a lack of clear objectives and guidance, leading to confusion about what to do during gameplay.
The audio occasionally cuts out, and the pacing is slow, which detracts from the overall experience.

story
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
48%
44%
8%
The game's story is widely regarded as vague and confusing, with many players struggling to discern its meaning or purpose. While some appreciate the artistic presentation and emotional undertones, the brevity and lack of clarity leave many feeling unsatisfied. Overall, the narrative is seen as an intriguing but ultimately obscure experience that could benefit from more explicit storytelling.
- “The design and art were fantastic and the story it tells is pretty moving.”
- “Love the art look of the game and the story is beautiful with only a few words of dialogue.”
- “Extremely deep storyline with amazing art and wonderful puzzles.”
- “Slow, confused, never sure if input is needed, no explanation of story, very short!”
- “Pretty abysmal, this is one of those games like Limbo and Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons that attempts to tell a story with no words, and falls flat on its face.”
- “Made no sense, had no story at all and was extremely short.”
graphics
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
88%
12%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their unique and beautiful art style, which effectively creates a captivating atmosphere. However, many reviewers note that the game is quite short and lacks substantial gameplay, leading to mixed feelings about its overall value despite the stunning visuals and music. Overall, while the artwork is a highlight, some players feel it doesn't fully deliver on expectations.
- “Beautiful game, really unusual graphics and style.”
- “The art style and music were amazing and really set the atmosphere.”
- “Simple but delightful game, made wonderful by gorgeous graphics and music.”
- “The art style sure is unique and occasionally beautiful, but it just falls flat for the most part.”
- “The art style is really neat, but I thought I was getting more, to be honest.”
- “Two stars for the artwork.”
music
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
19%
14%
The music in the game is generally praised for its calming and mesmerizing qualities, contributing significantly to the overall atmosphere and experience. While many reviewers highlight the beautiful artwork and sound design, some express disappointment with the limited variety and volume of the music during gameplay. Overall, the combination of art and music is seen as a strong point, enhancing the game's appeal despite criticisms regarding its length and gameplay depth.
- “The music, animation are wonderful, the puzzles are not so difficult.”
- “The art style and music were amazing and really set the atmosphere.”
- “Shame it was so short but I really enjoyed this, the artwork and music really were exceptional.”
- “One star for the sound and music, which has flaws too by the way.”
- “Visually stunning, but probably would have been better if more than 15% of the sounds and music actually played.”
- “Ok, for a 2 dollar game, it wasn't good, it was far too short and rather boring, the music was good, and the art was, too, but those were not enough to be worth 2 dollars.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
24%
38%
The gameplay is largely passive, consisting mainly of watching cutscenes with minimal interaction, making it feel more like a visual novel than a traditional game. While some players appreciate the visuals and music, many find the puzzles easy and the overall experience too short and lacking in depth. Overall, the gameplay is described as simple and not particularly engaging, with a stronger emphasis on storytelling than on interactive elements.
- “The gameplay is simple and the puzzles generally are easy to brute force, but the interactions are fun.”
- “This game was pretty nice; while short, it was fully drawn with nice visuals and music. It was definitely more tale-driven than gameplay-driven, still pretty good and would recommend.”
- “Loved the gameplay, dreamscape world.. it is a short one but I enjoyed it.”
- “99% of the gameplay is just sitting there watching a short cutscene go on until you realize nothing's happening, then tapping the screen once or twice to continue the cutscene (you can't even tell what's tappable).”
- “The plot is super vague and feels as basic and pointless as the gameplay.”
- “There is no real gameplay to speak of.”
atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
20%
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its beautiful graphics, interesting art style, and calming music, creating a relaxing and immersive experience. Reviewers highlight how these elements work together to enhance the overall ambiance, making it a standout feature of the game.
- “Interesting art, calming music, and a very laid-back atmosphere.”
- “The art style and music were amazing and really set the atmosphere.”
- “Beautiful graphics; the atmosphere is amazing.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its heartfelt narrative that effectively explores themes of loss and grief, resonating deeply with players and providing a meaningful emotional experience.
- “This was a heartwarming tale of loss and how to deal with grief.”
- “Well worth my money, and very emotional.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game offers limited replayability, with players noting that there isn't much incentive to revisit it after completing the main content.
- “There isn't much replayability in this game.”
- “The game lacks elements that encourage replayability.”
- “Once you've completed it, there's little incentive to play again.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The monetization strategy is heavily criticized, with users suggesting it is excessively exploitative and worse than even notoriously poor examples like Action 52.
- “It all adds up to something that's best avoided at all costs... and I thought Action 52 was bad.”
- “The monetization system feels exploitative and makes it hard to enjoy the game without spending money.”
- “I can't believe how aggressive the in-game purchases are; it ruins the overall experience.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users report that the game lacks significant puzzles, and the final puzzle is particularly buggy, indicating stability issues in that area.
- “There are no real puzzles, and the last one is buggy.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
- “I experienced constant lag and frame drops, which ruined the overall experience.”